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4 articles for “dermatological aesthetics”
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Cosmetic Topical Formulations: Design Strategies, Skin Interaction Mechanisms, Clinical–Cosmetic Applications, and Emerging Trends
Abstract: Cosmetic topical products are central to modern skin care, as they deliver active ingredients directly to the skin surface and upper layers to improve appearance, texture, and function. By acting locally on the epidermis and adnexal structures, these preparations help manage dryness, photoaging, pigmentation, acne, and sensitive-skin conditions while minimizing systemic exposure. A wide range of dosage forms—creams, lotions, gels, ointments, serums, sprays, and transdermal-inspired cosmetic patches—are engineered to modulate …
Published in Recent Trends in Cosmetics · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 39–47 Read article
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Consumer Misuse of Cosmeceuticals and Its Role in Adverse Skin Reactions
Abstract: Cosmeceuticals represent a rapidly expanding category of products positioned between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, offering both aesthetic and therapeutic benefits. However, their widespread availability, aggressive marketing, and perception as inherently safe have contributed to increasing instances of consumer misuse. Misuse includes over-application, inappropriate combinations, prolonged unsupervised use, and use of high-potency active ingredients without dermatological guidance. Such practices have been strongly associated with a broad spectrum of adverse cutaneous reactions ranging …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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COSMECEUTICAL: The Intersection Between Beauty and Science
Abstract: The intersection of beauty and science has given rise to the rapidly growing field of cosmeceuticals—products that blend cosmetic and pharmaceutical elements to improve both the appearance and health of the skin. As consumers increasingly seek advanced, evidence-based skincare solutions, the demand for cosmeceuticals has surged. These products typically contain bioactive ingredients that go beyond simple aesthetic enhancement, offering therapeutic benefits backed by scientific research. The article explores the evolving …
Published in Recent Trends in Cosmetics · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 17–31 Read article
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Cosmeceuticals Unveiled Innovation and Efficacy in Skincare Science
Abstract: By combining the terms "Cosmeceuticals" and "pharmaceuticals," the phrase refers to goods that combine the medicinal benefits of pharmaceuticals with the aesthetic benefits of cosmetics. These innovative products do not strictly fall into the categories of either cosmetics or pharmaceuticals but serve as a bridge between the two, offering a unique combination of beauty enhancement and health improvement. Similar to pharmaceuticals, Cosmeceuticals contain active ingredients and compounds that are scientifically …
Published in Recent Trends in Cosmetics · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article