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ArticleJournal of cosmetic dermatology2021

Perception and attitude of adults toward cosmetic products amid COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia.

Ali Haider Mohammed, Ali Blebil, Juman Dujaili, Bassam Abdul Rasool Hassan

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Ali Haider MohammedSchool of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia, Jalan Lagoon Selatan, Selangor, Malaysia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5349-4583
Ali BlebilSchool of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia, Jalan Lagoon Selatan, Selangor, Malaysia.
Juman DujailiSchool of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia, Jalan Lagoon Selatan, Selangor, Malaysia.
Bassam Abdul Rasool HassanDepartment of Pharmacy, Al Rafidain University College, Baghdad, Iraq.

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School of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundThe use of cosmetics is growing among both male and female consumers due to the availability of different brands. While there is an increase in the usage of cosmetic products, it is concerning whether the consumers are aware of the safety of the products.

aimsThis study aimed to widely explore consumers' perceptions and attitudes toward cosmetics within the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

methodsA cross-sectional study was carried out among adults in Selangor, Malaysia. Thirty-three questions divided into three dimensions (socio-demographic parameters, assessment of perception, and assessment of attitude) were developed and validated to be answered by cosmetics consumers. Descriptive and inferential statistical analysis was done using SPSS.

resultsA response rate of 87% was achieved, and the mean age of participants was 33 ± 7.2. The overall perception of consumers indicates low levels of perception and moderate level of attitude toward cosmetic products. There was a positive correlation and high relationship between participants' perception and attitude (p = 0.001, r = 0.72). A significant association was observed between demographic data of respondents and their attitude and perception toward cosmetic products. Participants were unaware that sharing of cosmetic products could lead to bacterial infection and possibly increased the chance of contracting COVID-19.

conclusionThis study displayed a nonchalant perception and attitude of Malaysian adults toward cosmetic products by focusing on aesthetics rather than health safety. Therefore, it is recommended to raise awareness on the composition and effects of cosmetic products, increase the practice of hygiene and dissuade the sharing of cosmetics to reduce transmissions of COVID-19.

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CosmeticsCOVID-19AdultCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHealth Knowledge, Attitudes, PracticeHumansMalaysiaMalePandemicsPerceptionSARS-CoV-2Surveys and QuestionnairesCosmeticsattitudecosmetic productsperception

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PMID33834600
PMCPMC8251319

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