Handbook of Cosmetic Science and Technology, Second Edition
Contributors: Marc Paye (Editor); Andre O. Barel (Editor); Howard I. Maibach (Editor)
Edition: 2 edition
Publisher: Informa Healthcare
Published: November 4, 2005
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 1040
ISBN-13: 9781574448245
Subjects: Cosmetics technology; Handbooks, manuals, etc; Chemistry - Industrial & Technical; Medical; Technology & Industrial Arts; Engineering - Chemical & Biochemical; Beauty & Grooming - Cosmetics; Medical / Dermatology; Nursing - General; Cosmetics
First sentence: Although cosmetics for the purpose of beautifying, perfuming, cleansing, or for rituals have existed since the origin of civilization, only in the 20th century great progress has been made in the diversification of products and functions and in the safety and protection of the consumer.