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Edited by a team of experienced and internationally renowned contributors, the updated Third Edition is the standard reference for cosmetic chemists and dermatologists seeking the latest innovations and technology for the formulation, design, testing, use, and production of cosmetic products for skin, hair, and nails. New features in the Third Edition:
39 new chapters reorganized by skin functions
descriptions of ingredients, products, efficacy measurement, and mechanisms in each chapter
revised chapters on skin types, skin perception, and targeted products
new chapters on skin aging and cosmetics for the elderly
strong emphasis on testing and current methods used for testing, and the evolution of instruments for skin and hair testing
new ingredients, delivery systems, and testing methodologies
information on skin physiology and cosmetic product design
interactions affecting and attributed to cosmetic products
cosmetic ingredients, vehicles, and finished products
difference between pure cosmetics for enhancement and cosmetics used to treat
high quality standards in cosmetic products that improve appearance, protect their targets, and maintain natural functions