By: Jon J. Kabara (Editor), Conald S. Orth (Editor)

Hardcover

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Addressing both the philosophy and science of preservation, Preservative-Free and Self-Preserving Cosmetics and Drugs emphasizes that the preservation of a product should be inherent in the formula itself...explains the rationale for providing product protection by reducing or eliminating classical preservatives...highlights the desirability of reducing the levels of preservatives in cosmetics...discusses the replacement of irritating or sensitizing agents...describes the refinement of formulas to eliminate preservatives...considers the impact of preservative-free and self-preserving products on global markets and international regulations...and more.

"This book describes. . .a unique approach to the formulation of dermatological and cosmetic products and the authors should be congratulated for bringing it to the attention of the interested parties. The book provides a well documented bibliography at the end of each chapter with the most recent references." ---American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education

Principles for product preservation
The effect of acid pH on microorganisms and survival strategies that enable microorganisms to grow in products
The effect of water activity on cosmetic and drug preservation
The role of surfactants in self-preserving cosmetic and drug formulas
Fatty acids and esters - multifunctional components of product preservative systems
Biomimetic phospholipids - components for self-preserving formulae
The role of antioxidants in cosmetic and drug
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ISBN: 9780824793661
ISBN-10: 0824793668
Series: Cosmetic Science and Technology
Audience: Professional
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Number Of Pages: 286
Published: 2nd January 1997
Dimensions (cm): 22.9 x 15.2  x 1.9
Weight (kg): 0.47