Advances in Cosmetic Products Towards a New Future

Cosmetics are defined by the Federal Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act (FD&C) as “articles intended to be rubbed, poured, sprinkled, or sprayed on, introduced into, or otherwise applied to the human body or any part thereof for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance”. We use various cosmetic products every day as a part of healthy lifestyle for different purposes. They not only enhance our beauty but also protect our skin and hair from environmental damage and stress thus maintaining human health and wellbeing. As consumers become more aware of the harmful effects of pollution and aging, they demand more effective and safe cosmetics. This leads to new research and innovation in the cosmetic industry, using natural extracts, nature-identical ingredients. Development of cosmeceuticals or cosmetic pharmaceuticals, and integration of artificial intelligence suggesting new formulations are going to drive this industry. The trends in cosmetics are driven by consumer preferences and popularized by social media, but they also need to be sustainable and ethical.