Nowadays, much attention is paid to issues such as ecology and sustainability. Many
consumers choose “green cosmetics”, which are environmentally friendly creams, makeup …

The deterioration of the skin morphology and physiology is the first and earliest obvious
harbinger of the aging process which is progressively manifested with increasing age. Such …

Written by experienced and internationally renowned contributors, this is the fourth edition of
what has become the standard reference for cosmetic scientists and dermatologists seeking …

Background and rationale Xerosis cutis (also referred to as xeroderma, dry skin, asteatosis)
affects more than 10 million individuals in Germany. It is among the most common …

Natural plant oils are commonly used as topical therapy worldwide. They are usually easily
accessible and are relatively inexpensive options for skin care. Many natural oils possess …

Almond oil, a rich source of macronutrients and micronutrients, is extracted for food
flavorings and the cosmetics industry. In recent years, the need for high‐quality and high …

Pediatricians and parents report diaper dermatitis (DD) to be one of the most common skin
diseases that affects almost every child at some point during the early months and years of …

Almond oil [Oleum amygdalae] has long been used in complementary medicine circles for
its numerous health benefits. Although no conclusive scientific data exists currently, almonds …

Background Renewed consumer and industry interest in natural ingredients has led to a
large growth of natural cosmetics. This has put pressure on formulation skills and product …

Background The skin represents a potent barrier to the environment, which can be
enhanced by the topical application of skin care products, such as oil and oil‐based …