Open AccessAlternate Light Source Findings of Common Topical Cosmetics and Three Removal Methods
Author(s) -
Jocelyn Anderson,
Erin N. Pollitt,
Caroline Schildbach,
Ryan A. MacDonald,
Lauren Rose,
Daniel J. Sheridan
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
journal of forensic nursing
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1939-3938
pISSN - 1556-3693
DOI - 10.1097/jfn.0000000000000300
Subject(s) - cosmetics , absorption (acoustics) , medicine , dermatology , pulp and paper industry , materials science , pathology , composite material , engineering
Alternate light sources (ALSs) are a tool used by forensic nurses to aid in the physical examination of patients. Prior research has shown some topical makeup products absorb alternate light similar to the absorption noted in bruises. Therefore, the purposes of this study were (a) to further examine the ALS findings of multiple brands and types of makeup products and (b) to compare the efficacy of three methods of makeup removal.