Handbook of Cosmetic Science and Technology, Third Edition

• 115 expert contributors in cosmetic and pharmaceutical science, dermatology, and dermatopathology, share their research and experiences to provide authoritative guidance you can trust • the latest technologies—on the formulation, design, testing, use, and production of cosmetic products for skin, hair, and nails keep you ahead of the curve • comprehensive content—this latest edition, concentrating on skin, nail, and hair cosmetics, discusses the progress made daily in the understanding of the mechanisms of action of cosmetics, helping you improve the quality of your products. • 39 new chapters—reorganized by skin function, cover ingredients, products, efficacy measurement, and mechanisms to provide you with an easy-to-navigate roadmap to skin functions and cosmetic ingredients