Journal
JOURNAL OF MICROENCAPSULATION
Volume 33, Issue 1, Pages 1-17Publisher
TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD
DOI: 10.3109/02652048.2015.1115900
Keywords
Encapsulation; cosmetics; topical application; controlled release; critical aspects
Funding
- FEDER through the Operational Programme for Competitiveness Factors - COMPETE
- National Funds through FCT - Foundation for Science and Technology [PEst-C/EQB/UI0511, NORTE-07-0124-FEDER-000025 - RL2_ Environment Health]
- ON.2 - O Novo Norte - North Portugal Regional Operational Programme
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Microencapsulation is finding increasing applications in cosmetics and personal care markets. This article provides an overall discussion on encapsulation of cosmetically active ingredients and encapsulation techniques for cosmetic and personal care products for topical applications. Some of the challenges are identified and critical aspects and future perspectives are addressed. Many cosmetics and personal care products contain biologically active substances that require encapsulation for increased stability of the active materials. The topical and transdermal delivery of active cosmetic ingredients requires effective, controlled and safe means of reaching the target site within the skin. Preservation of the active ingredients is also essential during formulation, storage and application of the final cosmetic product. Microencapsulation offers an ideal and unique carrier system for cosmetic active ingredients, as it has the potential to respond to all these requirements. The encapsulated agent can be released by several mechanisms, such as mechanical action, heat, diffusion, pH, biodegradation and dissolution. The selection of the encapsulation technique and shell material depends on the final application of the product, considering physical and chemical stability, concentration, required particle size, release mechanism and manufacturing costs.
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