TLDR Cosmeceuticals may have potential but their effectiveness and market success are still uncertain.
Helen Pearson investigated whether the future of the pharmaceutical industry lay at the intersection of drugs and cosmetics, exploring the potential of 'cosmeceuticals'—products that combine cosmetic and therapeutic effects. The article examined the scientific and commercial viability of these products, questioning if they could deliver on their promises or if they were merely a beauty myth. Pearson's analysis included perspectives from industry experts and reviewed existing research to assess the effectiveness and market potential of cosmeceuticals.
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