6 citations
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January 2016 in “Environmental footprints and eco-design of products and processes” This review discusses the use and sustainability challenges of luxury animal hair fibers in the fashion industry and reports no new research findings.
48 citations
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July 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Cosmetics enhance beauty, fix defects, and intimidate enemies, with varying cultural standards and alternative methods.
39 citations
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June 2017 in “Journal of Applied Research on Medicinal and Aromatic Plants” This review examines around 68 plant sources from six major plant families, assessing their scientific rationale and use by the cosmeceutical industry for applications like anti-ageing and sun protection.
July 2021 in “European Journal of Plastic Surgery” Modern society values both traditional beauty and imperfections, but media pressures lead to more cosmetic enhancements and ethical concerns.
October 2020 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This article discusses the need for changes in governance and regulation within the aesthetics industry, focusing on creating standards and competency frameworks to ensure safe practices. Results are not reported in this summary.
October 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This review study found strong scientific support for traditional Indian hair care practices, demonstrating that herbs like Amla, Bhringraj, and Ashwagandha have beneficial effects on hair growth and scalp health, backed by technological advancements that enhance their therapeutic potential.
11 citations
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January 2013 in “Postępy Dermatologii i Alergologii” This review discusses various theories of skin aging and the importance of using professional and at-home skincare solutions, but offers no new empirical findings.
1 citations
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October 2022 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This review discusses the diverse applications of algae in non-energy sectors, including pharmaceuticals, food ingredients, pigments, and cosmetics, and reports no new experimental results.
2 citations
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November 2024 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This article outlines the evolving role of cosmetics in enhancing confidence and attractiveness, highlighting their ability to address skin and hair concerns with active ingredient serums.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” In this study, artificial intelligence's integration into Indian aesthetic medicine has expanded from consumer apps to crucial roles in diagnostics, treatment planning, and clinic management, driven by demands for precise data over subjective opinions and enhancing competitive advantage.
August 2011 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” In this study, 30% of a diverse female sample reported experiencing what they perceived as excessive hair shedding, often beginning abruptly and without an attributable cause.
1 citations
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July 2019 in “Microscopy Today” This source highlights the utility of cationic polymers in haircare products for protecting against hair damage from chemical treatments and grooming, and describes how microfluorometry can measure polymer deposition and penetration on hair fibers.
December 2025 in “Journal of World Economy” In this study, original natural organic cosmetics with a natural index of ≥ 90% and efficacy patents increased purchase intention and reduced promotional dependency in the US market.
5 citations
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April 2007 in “Popular Communication” This article examines how makeover television programs reflect and reinforce patriarchal ideals of beauty and identity in women's body image, without presenting new empirical findings.
18 citations
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June 1988 in “Culture, medicine and psychiatry” This paper examines how societal constructs of gender influence the treatment of idiopathic hirsutism in women, emphasizing the impact of perceived femininity on psychological stress and commercial depilatory actions.
May 2025 in “Afyon Kocatepe University Journal of Sciences and Engineering” The researchers monitored various pollutants in real cosmetics industry wastewater and reported high removal efficiencies for parameters like Chemical Oxygen Demand and heavy metals through coagulation-flocculation, yet suggested that more effective COD treatment alternatives are necessary to better protect the environment and human health.
64 citations
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May 2003 in “Journal of health psychology” This study found that women with PCOS reported higher overall psychological distress, but there was no significant link between their perceived hirsutism and this distress.
33 citations
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July 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This review discusses the use of nanocarrier technology in functional cosmetics to enhance skin penetration, increase ingredient stability, and allow codelivery of active ingredients, without reporting new clinical results.
17 citations
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February 2021 in “Journal of Social Philosophy” This study discusses how beauty standards contribute to structural injustice by imposing rising demands and increasing body image anxiety across various demographics.
February 2026 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology” This study found that among older adults in Korea, satisfaction with scalp and hair-care services and perceived effectiveness in managing hair loss were the strongest predictors of their intention to continue using these services, with self-esteem and relational factors also contributing positively.
65 citations
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March 2022 in “Molecules” This study examines the role of nanotechnology in cosmetics, highlighting its benefits in improving ingredient solubility and stability, but also noting challenges such as cost, shelf life, and safety concerns, along with regulatory complexities, particularly in harmonizing global legislation.
25 citations
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March 2024 in “Sustainability” This paper discusses strategies for creating sustainable cosmetic emulsions, highlighting the use of food waste, fermentation processes, and low-energy emulsification methods to minimize carbon footprint while preserving the bioactive properties of raw materials.
3 citations
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September 2025 in “Cosmetics” This review examines the potential and challenges of extracellular vesicles in cosmetics, noting their transformative impact despite regulatory and production hurdles; it reports no new experimental results.
This article explores the potential applications of polyglutamic acid in cosmetics, discussing its benefits for skincare and haircare, but reports no new experimental results.
83 citations
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August 2020 in “Resources” This review highlights the potential of marine macroalgae as a largely untapped resource for developing new active ingredients in the cosmetic industry, emphasizing their role in supporting circular economy models by utilizing waste from other industrial sectors.
11 citations
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January 2023 in “BioMed Research International” This review discusses the use of microbial biosurfactants as a safer alternative to chemical surfactants in cosmetics due to their antibacterial, moisturizing, and low toxicity properties, but it reports no new clinical findings.
August 2025 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This review explores the mechanisms, current products, challenges, and innovative approaches related to cosmetics for hair loss prevention and growth promotion, emphasizing the need for multidisciplinary cooperation to enhance product development and market success.
5 citations
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November 2025 in “Biomolecules” This review examines the benefits of topical hyaluronic acid in cosmetic applications, noting its ability to penetrate the skin in low-molecular-weight forms and highlighting safety supported by clinical trials.
July 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this clinical study, a vegan collagen builder (VEGCOL™️) was shown to safely and effectively improve hair growth, skin smoothness, wrinkle reduction, and joint pain relief in adults, with enhancements varying by dose over a 60-day period.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This summary from the source provides an overview of the Soulflower brand, noting their focus on natural, cruelty-free, and handcrafted beauty products using plant-based ingredients, and highlights the availability of a promo code HPK50 for discounts, encouraging a shift towards cleaner self-care routines without chemicals.