Syllabus Cosmetic Science UNIT - I • Classification of cosmetic and cosmeceutical products • Definition of cosmetics as per Indian and EU regulations, Evolution of cosmeceuticals from cosmetics, cosmetics as quasi and OTC drugs • Cosmetic excipients : Surfactants, rheologymodifiers, humectants, emollients, preservatives. Classification and application • Skin : Basic structure and function of skin. • Hair : Basic structure of hair. Hair growth cycle. • Oral Cavity : Common problem associated with teeth and gums. (Chapter 1) UNIT - II • Principles of formulation and building blocks of skin care products : Face wash, Moisturizing cream, Cold Cream, Vanishing cream and their advantages and disadvantages. Application of these products in formulation of cosmecuticals. • Antiperspants & deodorants - Actives & mechanism of action. • Principles of formulation and building blocks of Hair care products : Conditioning shampoo, Hair conditioner, anti-dandruff shampoo, Hair oils. • Chemistry and formulation of Para-phylene diamine based hair dye. • Principles of formulation and building blocks of oral care products : Toothpaste for bleeding gums, sensitive teeth. Teeth whitening, Mouthwash. (Chapter 2) UNIT - III • Sun protection, Classification of Sunscreens and SPF. • Role of herbs in cosmetics : o Skin care : Aloe and turmeric o Hair care : Henna and amla. o Oral care : Neem and clove • Analytical cosmetics : BIS specification and analytical methods for shampoo, skin cream and toothpaste. (Chapter 3) UNIT - IV • Principles of Cosmetic Evaluation : Principles of sebumeter, corneometer. • Measurement of TEWL, Skin Color, Hair tensile strength, Hair combing properties Soaps and syndet bars. Evolution and skin benfits. (Chapter 4) UNIT - V • Oily and dry skin, causes leading to dry skin, skin moisturisation. Basic understanding of the terms Comedogenic, dermatitis. • Cosmetic problems associated with Hair and scalp : Dandruff, Hair fall causes • Cosmetic problems associated with skin : blemishes, wrinkles, acne, prickly heat and body odor. • Antiperspirants and Deodorants - Actives and mechanism of action. (Chapter 5)
