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Trends in Materials for Cosmetic Formulations

A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymeric Materials".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (10 April 2023) | Viewed by 2244

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Prof. Dr. Alina Sionkowska

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Department of Biomaterials and Cosmetic Chemistry, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, 87-100 Torun, Poland
Interests: biopolymers; biomaterials; cosmetic chemistry
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Dear Colleagues,

Cosmetics are widely used around the world. The basic materials required for cosmetic preparations are oily materials such as oils, fats, wax esters, and ester oils. Surface-active agents are employed as emulsifiers, solubilizing agents, etc. In cosmetic formulations, polymers and biopolymers are also used as thickeners and film formers. In addition, there are new trends in cosmetic formulations, which depend on the local market of raw cosmetic materials. Cosmetics are essential in everyday life because they may influence human health and well-being.

The main topics of the Special Issue will cover the trends in materials for cosmetic formulations. Novel material ideas for cosmetic chemistry and cosmetology will be highly expected. In particular, ideas that consider waste reduction and sustainability are strongly encouraged.

Prof. Dr. Alina Sionkowska
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • cosmetic raw materials
  • cosmetic formulation
  • waste reduction
  • sustainability

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Characterization of Chitosan Films Modified Using Caffeic Acid and a Neutralization Process
by Marta Szulc and Katarzyna Lewandowska
Materials 2023, 16(14), 5038; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma16145038 - 17 Jul 2023
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In the context of the growing interest in biopolymer-based materials for various applications, this study aimed to enhance the properties of chitosan (CS, a derivative of chitin) films by incorporating caffeic acid, a polyphenol compound known for its multiple health benefits. The objective [...] Read more.
In the context of the growing interest in biopolymer-based materials for various applications, this study aimed to enhance the properties of chitosan (CS, a derivative of chitin) films by incorporating caffeic acid, a polyphenol compound known for its multiple health benefits. The objective was to improve the mechanical parameters of the resulting films, including surface roughness and elasticity. CS was combined with caffeic acid and then underwent a neutralization process. The modified films exhibited potential for use in soft tissue engineering, where increased elasticity and surface roughness are desirable characteristics. The main methods employed to evaluate the structure and properties of the films included mechanical analysis, infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy, thermogravimetric analysis, contact angle measurement, and swelling behavior. The study’s main findings revealed significant alterations in the mechanical properties and surface morphology of the films. The main conclusions drawn from the study suggest that interactions between caffeic acid and CS hold promise for the development of advanced biomaterials in medicine, tissue engineering, and cosmetic formulations. However, a deeper understanding of these interactions is necessary to optimize the material properties and unlock their full potential. Full article
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Polyphenols: Natural Preservatives with Promising Applications in Food, Cosmetics and Pharma Industries; Problems and Toxicity Associated with Synthetic Preservatives; Impact of Misleading Advertisements; Recent Trends in Preservation and Legislation
by Priyanka Rathee, Renu Sehrawat, Pooja Rathee, Anurag Khatkar, Esra Küpeli Akkol, Sarita Khatkar, Neelam Redhu, Gizem Türkcanoğlu and Eduardo Sobarzo-Sánchez
Materials 2023, 16(13), 4793; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma16134793 - 03 Jul 2023
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The global market of food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical products requires continuous tracking of harmful ingredients and microbial contamination for the sake of the safety of both products and consumers as these products greatly dominate the consumer’s health, directly or indirectly. The existence, survival, [...] Read more.
The global market of food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical products requires continuous tracking of harmful ingredients and microbial contamination for the sake of the safety of both products and consumers as these products greatly dominate the consumer’s health, directly or indirectly. The existence, survival, and growth of microorganisms in the product may lead to physicochemical degradation or spoilage and may infect the consumer at another end. It has become a challenge for industries to produce a product that is safe, self-stable, and has high nutritional value, as many factors such as physical, chemical, enzymatic, or microbial activities are responsible for causing spoilage to the product within the due course of time. Thus, preservatives are added to retain the virtue of the product to ensure its safety for the consumer. Nowadays, the use of synthetic/artificial preservatives has become common and has not been widely accepted by consumers as they are aware of the fact that exposure to preservatives can lead to adverse effects on health, which is a major area of concern for researchers. Naturally occurring phenolic compounds appear to be extensively used as bio-preservatives to prolong the shelf life of the finished product. Based on the convincing shreds of evidence reported in the literature, it is suggested that phenolic compounds and their derivatives have massive potential to be investigated for the development of new moieties and are proven to be promising drug molecules. The objective of this article is to provide an overview of the significant role of phenolic compounds and their derivatives in the preservation of perishable products from microbial attack due to their exclusive antioxidant and free radical scavenging properties and the problems associated with the use of synthetic preservatives in pharmaceutical products. This article also analyzes the recent trends in preservation along with technical norms that regulate the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical products in the developing countries. Full article
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Natural Plant-Derived Compounds in Food and Cosmetics: A Paradigm of Shikonin and Its Derivatives
by Sonia Malik, Patrycja Brudzyńska, Muhammad Rehan Khan, Oksana Sytar, Abdullah Makhzoum and Alina Sionkowska
Materials 2023, 16(12), 4377; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma16124377 - 14 Jun 2023
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Shikonin and its derivatives are the natural naphthoquinone compounds produced in the roots of the Boraginaceae family. These red pigments have been used for a long time in coloring silk, as food colorants, and in the Chinese traditional system of medicines The resurgence [...] Read more.
Shikonin and its derivatives are the natural naphthoquinone compounds produced in the roots of the Boraginaceae family. These red pigments have been used for a long time in coloring silk, as food colorants, and in the Chinese traditional system of medicines The resurgence of public interest in natural and plant-based products has led to this category of compounds being in high demand due to their wide range of biological activities including antioxidant, antitumor, antifungal, anti-inflammatory ones. Different researchers worldwide have reported various applications of shikonin derivatives in the area of pharmacology. Nevertheless, the use of these compounds in the food and cosmetics fields needs to be explored more in order to make them available for commercial utilization in various food industries as a packaging material and to enhance their shelf life without any side effects. Similarly, the antioxidant properties and skin whitening effects of these bioactive molecules may be used successfully in various cosmetic formulations. The present review delves into the updated knowledge on the various properties of shikonin derivatives in relation to food and cosmetics. The pharmacological effects of these bioactive compounds are also highlighted. Based on various studies, it can be concluded that these natural bioactive molecules have potential to be used in different sectors, including functional food, food additives, skin, health care, and to cure various diseases. Further research is required for the sustainable production of these compounds with minimum disturbances to the environment and in order to make them available in the market at an economic price. Simultaneous studies utilizing recent techniques in computational biology, bioinformatics, molecular docking, and artificial intelligence in laboratory and clinical trials would further help in making these potential candidates promising alternative natural bioactive therapeutics with multiple uses. Full article
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