by Zoe Diana Draelos
Specifically written to meet the needs of the cosmetic chemist and engineer, Cosmetic Formulation of Skin Care Products covers the latest technologies and issues pertinent to the development of novel skin care products including:
- advances in formulation and development
- raw materials and active ingredients
- compound testing
- clinical assessment
Organized by product category, then by body application area, Cosmetic Formulation of Skin Care Products supplies all one needs to know to create effective skin care products for men and women in a diverse range of ethnic populations.
Features of Cosmetic Formulation of Skin Care Products:
- approaches formulation development by product categories such as cleansers, moisturizers, toners, antiperspirants, and sunscreens
- organizes product discussions according to body areas such as the face, eyelids, hands, lips, and scalp
- details unique approaches to formulation for special populations such as those with sensitive skin, rosacea, and atopic dermatitis; children; and the elderly
addresses current issues in skin care such as acne, photoaging, dyspigmentation, inflammation, and aging
- helps researchers determine the most effective ingredient combinations for the optimization of skin care products
- describes the mechanisms of action and formulation issues affecting salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, hydroxyl acids, retinoids, vitamins, hydroquinone, antioxidants, and botanicals
Contents
Cutaneous Formulation Issues
- Unique Aspects of Intended Product Use
- Formulation for Special Populations
Raw Materials and Formulation Development
- Cleansers
- Moisturizers
- Toners and Astringents
- Sunscreens
- Hydroxy Acids
- Retinoids
- Topical Vitamins
- Nutritional Antioxidants
- Topical Botanical Antioxidants
- Topical Anti-inflammatories
Product Testing, Efficacy, and Clinical Assessment
- Assessment by Product Use Area
- Assessment by Product Type
Index
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