A critical review investigating the use of nanoparticles in cosmetic skin products
Thipphathong Piluk, Greta Faccio, Sophia Letsiou, Robert Liang, Marina Freire-Gormaly
Abstract
This review article focuses on current cosmetic ingredients claiming a nano nature, the unique characteristics of nanomaterials and their behaviour on the skin, how they can be suitable for natural cosmetics and nanocosmetic environmental fate.
Topics & Concepts
CosmeticsCosmetic industryNatural (archaeology)NanotechnologyBiochemical engineeringRisk analysis (engineering)BusinessMaterials scienceChemistryEngineeringBiologyOrganic chemistryPaleontologyNanoparticles: synthesis and applicationsSkin Protection and AgingDyeing and Modifying Textile Fibers