Trends in Biopolymer Science Applied to Cosmetics

July 2023 in “ International Journal of Cosmetic Science ”

Néstor Mendoza‐Muñoz, Gerardo Leyva-Gómez, Elizabeth Piñón-Segundo, María L. Zambrano-Zaragoza, David Quintanar‐Guerrero, María Luisa Del Prado-Audelo, Zaida Urbán-Morlán

collagen elastin keratin hyaluronic acid extracellular matrix biopolymer skin hydration anti-ageing hair growth HA

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Studysummary This article reviews how biopolymers are utilized in cosmetics, highlighting their biodegradable and non-toxic properties, recent structural developments, novel applications, and safety considerations in the formulation of skin, hair, and oral care products.

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