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The concept of borderline cosmetics is increasingly emerging in discussions about the boundaries of product classification. It refers to formulations and forms of administration that balance the boundary between cosmetic and medicinal product, medical device or supplement. An example of such products are cosmetics in ampoules - an increasingly popular solution inspired by the pharmaceutical segment. The form of the ampoule can influence how the product is perceived - [...].

The scalp microbiome is a dynamic ecosystem of microorganisms that plays an important role in maintaining skin and hair health. While the gut microbiome is increasingly talked about, the role of the scalp microbiome is often overlooked. In this article, we take a look at what the scalp microbiome is, how it affects hair health and what to do to look after its balance. [...]

A review of the cosmetic regulation is planned for 2025, covering issues such as, among others, regulation for ED (endocrine disruptor) substances, additional changes to labelling regarding the expiry date or a revision of the definition of nanomaterial. The action on the part of the regulatory bodies is a response to the new challenges of the cosmetic industry and the constantly evolving and changing market for cosmetic raw materials. The [...]

Co to jest trądzik? Trądzik jest przewlekłą i wieloczynnikową chorobą zapalną skóry i jednostki włosowo-łojowej. Badania wykazały, że w przedziale wiekowym między 11 a 30 rokiem życia schorzenie to może dotyczyć 80 % ludzi. Patogeneza trądziku jest niezwykle złożona. Do przyczyn powodujących trądzik pospolity możemy zaliczyć: łojotok, hiperkeratynizacje gruczołów włosowo-łojowych, czynniki hormonalne, nasilenie stanu zapalnego […]

Test konserwacji kosmetyków, nazywany również Challenge testem, to jedno z podstawowych badań wykonywanych w laboratorium kosmetycznym i mikrobiologicznym. Pozwala sprawdzić, czy zastosowany system konserwujący skutecznie chroni produkt przed rozwojem drobnoustrojów podczas użytkowania. Na czym polega test konserwacji (Challenge test)? Test konserwacji polega na kontrolowanym wprowadzeniu określonych szczepów mikroorganizmów do próbki kosmetyku, która wcześniej spełnia wymagania […]

Any cosmetic product placed on the market must have an INCI composition, i.e. a list of ingredients arranged in accordance with the rules described in Article 19 of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. According to the Regulation, the composition of the product must appear on the outer packaging of the product. If this is not possible, it shall appear on a leaflet, tape, label or product card and the packaging should [...]

Dokument PIF (Product Information File) to obowiązkowa dokumentacja produktu kosmetycznego, która zawiera informacje o jego bezpieczeństwie, składzie, sposobie wytwarzania oraz deklarowanym działaniu. Zgodnie z art. 11 rozporządzenia (WE) nr 1223/2009 każdy kosmetyk wprowadzany na rynek powinien posiadać aktualny dokument PIF, przygotowany i przechowywany przez osobę odpowiedzialną. To właśnie ten zbiór danych pozwala wykazać, że produkt […]

One of the hottest trends of recent years has become veganism, which has very quickly become a permanent fixture in the beauty industry. "Vegan beauty", i.e. products without animal ingredients, are now something very common on shop shelves. There is also a growing awareness among consumers who, out of concern for the environment, choose products that fit in with this trend. The market for vegan cosmetics [...].

The modern consumer demands a long shelf life from a cosmetic product. Cosmetics that can be stored for up to two years are valued. However, this feature is not only desired by target customers, but also by wholesalers or drugstores of all kinds. Such a product, even though it does not achieve the projected sales in a given period, is likely to have adequate [...]

Many factors influence our product selection decisions. From cultural and social conditions to marketing and our own preferences. The product we choose depends on where we live, how we live, what values we follow in life. So when selling a product in Poland, it would be best if we asked our friends, colleagues or conducted a public survey to [...]