B.Pharm Cosmetic Science Notes

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COSMETIC SCIENCE UNIT-WISE NOTES – BP809ET

Unit – 1

  • Classification of cosmetic and cosmeceutical products
  • Definition of cosmetics as per Indian and EU regulations, Evolution of cosmeceuticals from cosmetics, cosmetics as quasi and OTC drugs
  • Cosmetic excipients: Surfactants, rheology modifiers, humectants, emollients, preservatives. Classification and application
  • Skin: Basic structure and function of skin.
  • Hair: Basic structure of hair. Hair growth cycle.
  • Oral Cavity: Common problem associated with teeth and gums.
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Unit – 2

  • Principles of formulation and building blocks of skin care products: Face wash, Moisturizing cream, Cold Cream, Vanishing cream and their advantages and disadvantages. Application of these products in formulation of cosmecuticals.
  • Antiperspants & deodorants- Actives & mechanism of action.
  • Principles of formulation and building blocks of Hair care products: Conditioning shampoo, Hair conditioner,anti-dandruff shampoo. Hair oils.
  • Chemistry and formulation of Para-phylene diamine based hair dye.
  • Principles of formulation and building blocks of oral care products: Toothpaste for bleeding gums, sensitive teeth. Teeth whitening, Mouthwash.
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Unit – 3

  • Sun protection, Classification of Sunscreens and SPF.
  • Role of herbs in cosmetics:
  • Skin Care: Aloe and turmeric
  • Hair care: Henna and amla.
  • Oral care: Neem and clove
  • Analytical cosmetics: BIS specification and analytical methods for shampoo, skincream and toothpaste.
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Unit – 4

  • Principles of Cosmetic Evaluation: Principles of sebumeter, corneometer. Measurement of TEWL, Skin Color, Hair tensile strength, Hair combing properties Soaps,and syndet bars. Evolution and skin benfits.
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Unit – 5

  • Oily and dry skin, causes leading to dry skin, skin moisturisation. Basic understanding of the terms Comedogenic, dermatitis.
  • Cosmetic problems associated with Hair and scalp: Dandruff, Hair fall causes
  • Cosmetic problems associated with skin: blemishes, wrinkles, acne, prickly heat and body odor.
  • Antiperspirants and Deodorants- Actives and mechanism of action
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