The Faculty of Pharmacy held a scientific symposium on (cosmetic methods between benefits and risks) with the participation of researchers and specialists, and included the symposium Three main themes delivered by Dr. Amer Khazal, who, through his lecture, explained the electromagnetic spectrum and the use of Lasers, infrared, ultrasound, ultraviolet, gamma rays and methods Proper use of cosmetic surgery as well as health risks from misuse by non-specialists And the licensees also addressed the lecture introduced the biological effect of the use of phototherapy in skin diseases and its development with devices Modern lasers in the field of cosmetic medical through methods of hair removal, tattooing, signs of aging and treatment of hematology Under the skin, remove varicose veins and dissolve fat. Dr. Zainab Al-Khalidi gave a lecture on the development of Modern laser with integrated cooling in the cosmetic medical field and methods of prevention used for the skin of all kinds while avoiding the cause of burns Due to heat and abuse, as explained many cases treated with the beauty center and the desired results of the use of techniques Modern. Finally, Dr. Osama touched on the axis through which he pointed out that there are many cosmetics in Basrah city Counterfeit and unwanted and contain corticosteroids or toxic substances such as mercury and others and sold in pharmacies And shops, which lead to the emergence of side effects and many diseases. The seminar aimed at health awareness and community education For the negative phenomena that are widespread regarding cosmetic operations of all kinds and the use of cosmetics in a safe and healthy form.