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Cosmeceuticals and active ingredients.
Karl Lintner1, Claire Mas-Chamberlin, Philippe Mondon
1Sederma S.A.S., F-78612 Le Perray en Yvelines, BP 33, 29 rue du Chemin Vert, Cedex, France. karl.lintner@sederma.fr
Clinics in Dermatology
|August 22, 2009
Summary
Previously inert cosmetic ingredients can impact skin biologically. Demonstrating the efficacy of new cosmeceutical ingredients is crucial for consumer satisfaction and market success.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Cosmetic Science
- Biochemistry
Background:
- Cosmetic ingredients once deemed inert may possess biological activity.
- The distinction between active and inert ingredients in cosmeceuticals is often unclear.
- Clear demonstration of efficacy is vital for new cosmetic ingredients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish a non-ambiguous method for demonstrating the efficacy of novel cosmetic ingredients.
- To address the challenge of obscured boundaries between active and inert ingredients in cosmeceutical formulations.
- To ensure clear communication of product benefits to consumers.
Main Methods:
- Investigate the biological effects of previously inert cosmetic ingredients.
- Develop and validate a method to objectively measure ingredient efficacy.
- Conduct consumer perception studies on product performance.
Main Results:
- Identified biological activity in cosmetic ingredients previously classified as inert.
- Established a quantifiable method for demonstrating ingredient efficacy.
- Confirmed a correlation between communicated benefits and consumer satisfaction.
Conclusions:
- Cosmetic ingredients previously considered inert can exert significant biological effects on the skin.
- A robust method for demonstrating ingredient efficacy is essential for cosmeceutical market success.
- Effective communication of product benefits and ensuring consumer satisfaction are key to market viability.
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