A fresh look at anti-aging technology!
Staying young in appearance is increasingly important for many people, of both sexes, as they enter and leave middle age. The Cosmetics industry has recognised this sector as a particularly attractive market and as the global population ages, there has been an explosion in the demand for anti-aging creams which can improve personal appearance. With increasing demand from consumers for more effective products, manufacturers are engaged in research and development of formulations containing nanoparticles. In addition, European cosmetic regulations require manufacturers to provide documented proof for claims they make concerning their products, therefore skin care and healing products must be extensively tested prior to commercialisation.
As skin ages it loses its elasticity which results in sagging, wrinkles and creases. In fact, as skin begins to age, its texture direction ceases to be purely random and takes on a more fixed orientation. It is this anisotropic behaviour, measured by a non-contact Interferometry technique by CEMMNT partner Taylor Hobson, that is one of the key features used to assess the effectiveness of anti-aging creams.
This case study details how measurement systems and analysis tools help manufacturers to assess the performance of their products.
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