Have you ever wondered how lipstick can shimmer, why some fats are better than
others, how Viagra works, what is the best way to kill germs, and why Prozac
makes you feel so good?

Vanity, Vitality, and Virility will give you the answers to all these questions,
and many more besides, as renowned science communicator John Emsley lifts the
lid on the secrets behind the products we use. From sunscreen lotions and
disposable nappies, to whispering asphalt and even chewing gum, Emsley shows how
many of the things we take for granted in our lives are products of the chemical
industry. He explains the many and unexpected ways in which they improve our lives
and argues that the widespread belief that 'natural' chemicals are safe and 'man-
made' chemicals are dangerous is little more than an urban myth.

While this book will not advise you what to do if you want to improve your looks,
your health, your peace of mind or your sex life, it explains the science behind
many of the products that claim to be able to do just that.

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