title: Nanotechnology use with cosmeceuticals.
abstract: The skin is a complex organ and its aging is a complex process. Cutaneous aging is influenced by factors such as sun exposure, genetics, stress and the environment. While skin laxity, rhytides, and dyschromia appear on the surface, these processes originate in deeper layers including the dermis and subcutaneous tissues. Until recently, most topical skin treatments were applied to, and consequently only affected the skin surface. Skin care has evolved to be scientifically based, and as knowledge increases about the physiology of the skin, novel methods of maintaining its health and appearance are developed. New generation skin care products are targeting multiple aging mechanisms by utilizing functional active ingredients in combination with innovative delivery systems.
authors.affiliation: Agigma, Inc, Bridgewater, NJ, USA. ngl@agigma.com
authors.forename: Nevenka
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Golubovic-Liakopoulos
authors.forename: Sanford R
authors.initials: SR
authors.lastname: Simon
authors.forename: Bhavdeep
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Shah
mesh_terms: D000287:Administration, Topical; D003358:Cosmetics / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D016503:Drug Delivery Systems; D006801:Humans; D008081:Liposomes; D053758:Nanoparticles; D036103:Nanotechnology; D015595:Skin Aging; D017592:Skin Care; D057968:Transdermal Patch
chemical_list: D003358:Cosmetics; D008081:Liposomes