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Multifunctional active ingredient-based delivery systems for skincare formulations: A review
Marie-Carole Kouassi1, Michel Grisel1, Ecaterina Gore1
1Normandie Univ, UNILEHAVRE, INC3M-CNRS-FR 3038, URCOM, EA 3221, 25 rue Philippe Lebon, BP 1123, 76063 Le Havre Cedex, France.
Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces
|July 7, 2022
Summary
Effective cosmetic skincare relies on advanced delivery systems to protect and release active ingredients. This review explores various delivery systems and cosmetic actives for enhanced skincare efficacy and stability.
Area of Science:
- Cosmetic Science
- Materials Science
- Dermatology
Background:
- Growing consumer demand for effective skincare solutions.
- Delivery systems are crucial for protecting sensitive cosmetic ingredients from degradation.
- These systems enhance the performance of active compounds in skincare formulations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current cosmetic active ingredients and their benefits.
- To describe various delivery systems (emulsions, lipid nanoparticles, polymeric particles) used in cosmetics.
- To discuss strategies for ensuring the efficacy of cosmetic delivery systems.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of cosmetic active ingredients and delivery systems.
- Analysis of delivery system properties (chemical composition, physicochemical characteristics).
- Examination of approaches for enhancing cosmetic formulation efficacy.
Main Results:
- Identified key cosmetic actives with antioxidant, anti-aging, and photoprotective properties.
- Detailed advantages of emulsions, lipid nanoparticles, and polymeric particles as delivery carriers.
- Highlighted methods for improving stability, controlled release, and skin penetration.
Conclusions:
- Delivery systems are essential for optimizing cosmetic active ingredient performance.
- Further development of delivery systems is needed for advanced skincare formulations.
- Future trends focus on stability, controlled release, and enhanced skin permeation.
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