IJFANS International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences

ISSN PRINT 2319 1775 Online 2320-7876

Nanoparticles in Cosmetics: Unexpected Threats and Protection

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Nutan Badhe,Vaishnavi Belote,Anuja Yewale, Dnyaneshwari Sanas, Akanksha Turkyal, Utkarsha Ghanwat, Rutika Barathe

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In regard to a research and development, nanotechnology is making some notable strides, introducing novel methods that heavily increase the efficacy of things. To get around some of the challenges of traditional strategies, the cosmeceutical industry, which sits at the nexus of cosmetics and medicines, is increasingly turning to nanotechnology. Cosmetics have seen a major growth as a personal care product sector in recent years, as well as an immense rise in usage. Nano cosmeceuticals, a subset of this field, offering remedies for a variety of skin, hair, lip, and nail care difficulties, including phototoxicity, becoming older, hyperpigmentation, dandruff, and hair loss. However, the use of nanoparticles in cosmeceuticals have given rise to reasonable concerns about nanotoxicology, in particular in regard to the effects that nanoparticles joining the skin could have on one's health. This worry was brought on by nanoparticles' particular capacity to cross the epidermal barrier, raising doubts about how they might have adverse impacts on human health. In this context, some of the main challenges facing cosmetics manufacturers include ensuring the safety and biocompatibility of nanoparticles, comprehending their long-lasting effects on people, and managing potential environmental implications. An effective strategy for overcoming such challenges and securing the sustainable and ethical use of nanoparticles in skincare requires both rigorous rules and ongoing study. The most fascinating aspects of the field of nanotechnology in cosmeceuticals are the broad array of carriers used for the administration of these specialized products, the evaluation of the benefits and drawbacks of commercial formulations, a thorough investigation of toxicity issues, and an understanding of limitations imposed by nano cosmeceuticals.

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