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Handbook of Cosmetic Science and Technology

Handbook of Cosmetic Science and Technology

1st edition

Hardback (13 Jul 2001)

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Publisher's Synopsis

This state-of-the-art reference provides comprehensive multidisciplinary coverage of the most recent information on cosmetic ingredients, finished products, target organs, delivery systems, and current technology in safety, toxicology, and dermatological testing.

Discussing modern innovations such as active cosmetics for the hair, skin, and teeth, the Handbook of Cosmetic Science and Technology highlights

  • Cosmetics for infant and elderly consumers
  • The formulation of skin cleansing products
  • New delivery systems, including cosmetic patches and iontophoresis
  • The anatomy and physiology of body targets for cosmetics
  • Principles and mechanisms of unwanted reactions to cosmetics

    With contributions by more than 100 leading experts in the field, the Handbook of Cosmetic Science and Technology is an essential tool for cosmetic, fragrance, pharmaceutical, organic, medicinal, physical, surface, colloid, and detergent chemists and biochemists; dermatologists; toxicologists and microbiologists; skin physiologists; and upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in these disciplines.
  • Book information

    ISBN: 9780824702922
    Publisher: Taylor and Francis
    Imprint: CRC Press
    Pub date:
    Edition: 1st edition
    Language: English
    Number of pages: 904
    Weight: 1542g
    Height: 254mm
    Width: 178mm
    Spine width: 46mm