Handbook of Cosmeceutical Excipients and Their Safeties

Handbook of Cosmeceutical Excipients and Their Safeties by K. Y. Heng and colleagues addresses the rapidly expanding cosmeceutical industry, where cosmetic products increasingly incorporate drug-like active ingredients. As formulations become more complex, understanding the safety, adverse effects, and regulatory considerations of cosmeceutical excipients is essential for clinicians, pharmacists, researchers, and informed consumers. This handbook provides a concise, evidence-based overview of how cosmeceutical ingredients interact with the skin, the risks associated with their use, and practical strategies to minimize harm, making it a valuable reference in clinical and regulatory settings.

Key Features

• Strong focus on the practical safety aspects and adverse effects of cosmeceuticals
• Clear overview of the history and regulatory framework governing cosmeceuticals
• Detailed discussion of skin permeation and how excipients and active compounds enter the skin
• Coverage of systemic adverse effects, including carcinogenicity
• In-depth examination of topical adverse effects, especially contact dermatitis
• Evidence-based guidance on risk reduction and safe formulation practices
• Comprehensive appendix outlining potency, permeability, and maximum allowable quantities of common cosmeceutical ingredients
• Appendix based on analysis of 257 commercial products containing over 500 compounds, providing real-world relevance
• Useful for dermatologists, pharmacists, cosmetic scientists, regulators, and advanced skincare professionals

Product Details

• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1907568530
• ISBN-13: 9781907568534
• Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
• Publication date: 12/10/2014
• Series:Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomedicine Series