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Formulating Moisturizers Using Natural Raw Materials

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Treatment of Dry Skin Syndrome

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Effective dermato-cosmetic products are required to improve the skin properties not only for aesthetic purposes but also to maintain the normal conditions of skin and to prevent dry skin alterations. Various moisturizers are available consisting of synthetic adhesives, emulsifiers, perfuming agents, pigments, surfactants and thickeners to form the base. There is extensive need to replace toxic synthetic agent from base using natural agents. Designing of safe and effective moisturizers with suitable raw materials is very challenging aspect. Various natural components which could constitute moisturising formulations are discussed with their formulation preparation techniques, quality control parameters and regulatory requirements.

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Author is thankful to the student Chanchal Deep Kaur for his assistance during formatting the work.

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  1. Department of Pharmacy, Guru Ghasidas Central University, Koni Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, 495009, India

    Swarnlata Saraf

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Saraf, S. (2012). Formulating Moisturizers Using Natural Raw Materials. In: Lodén, M., Maibach, H. (eds) Treatment of Dry Skin Syndrome. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-27606-4_25

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