Shows how to validate scientifically the marketing claims of chemically stable and well-balanced products to withstand adequately the challenge of competitors and government regulators. This book describes techniques for substantiating properties, such as moisturization, mildness, conditioning and cleansing, and the performance of deodorants.

Covers the rheological aspects of cosmetic and toiletry formulations, including theoretical physical chemistry, instrumentation and measuring techniques, raw materials and stability predictions. This work discusses the rheological requirements of nail polish, antipersirants and deodorants, dentifrices, hair care products, creams and lotions.

Discussing the history, benefits, formulations and developments of hair and skin conditioning products, this work offers an overview of the subject and an analysis of the elements of conditioning. It offers the novice chemists a foundation of technical knowledge and the seasoned scientists the ingredients and testing procedures used in evaluation.

Highlights the uses of delivery systems in cosmetics, analyzing new approaches for obtaining sophisticated cosmetic products and examining the most common methods for enhancing the skin's penetration properties. Covers a wide range of established and burgeoning techniques.