Cosmetic, means any article intended to be rubbed, poured, sprinkled or sprayed on, or introduced into, or otherwise applied to, the human body or any part thereof for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance, and includes any article intended for use as a component of cosmetic. [Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 (23 of 1940), s. 3 (aaa)]
Cosmetic, products are meant to improve appear-ance of a person, that is they enhance beauty, Puma Ayurvedic Herbal (P) Ltd. v. Commissioner, Central Excise, AIR 2006 SC 1561. [Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, s. 3(aaa)]