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Consumer Nanoproducts for Cosmetics

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A cosmetic formulation that carries actives or other nanostructured ingredients, which has superior properties regarding its performance if compared with conventional products, is termed as nanocosmetic. In the cosmetic industry, nanoparticles are present in shampoos, conditioners, toothpastes, anti-wrinkle creams, anti-cellulite creams, skin whitening creams, moisturizers, face powders, aftershave lotions, deodorants, soaps, sunscreens, makeup in general, perfumes, and nail polishes. The first company to introduce a nanotechnology-based cosmetic was Lancôme, the luxury division of L’Oréal, in 1995, with the launch of a face cream composed of nanocapsules of pure vitamin E, to combat skin aging. Thereafter, other international companies started research investments to develop nanocosmetics. The cosmetic industry utilizes nanotechnology primarily due to higher penetration capacity of actives in skin layers. However, larger and more effective development of this technology is expected in the future to clearly observe its real benefits and the safety of products. Furthermore, the possible risks in using nanoparticles include possible toxicity and absence of biocompatibility of the materials used. Thus, regulations become necessary to ensure that this technology is within the current legislations. The write-up aims to elaborate all the related aspects of nanocosmetics including the successful commercial products.

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  1. School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, MVN University, Palwal, Haryana, India

    Reshu Virmani

  2. Faculty of Pharmacy, Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences, Etawah, Uttar Pradesh, India

    Kamla Pathak

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Virmani, R., Pathak, K. (2021). Consumer Nanoproducts for Cosmetics. In: Handbook of Consumer Nanoproducts. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-6453-6_58-1

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