Description
Skin Care and Cosmetic Ingredients Dictionary by Natalia Michalun and Varinia Michalun is a comprehensive reference guide to over 2,000 cosmetic ingredients, offering detailed insight into how products interact with the skin. Now in its expanded second edition, the book provides essential context on skin physiology, chemistry, and the function of various ingredients, helping readers understand product performance in relation to skin types and conditions. It includes updated discussions on antioxidants, ageing, sensitive skin, and full-spectrum sun protection with UVA and UVB filters.
With clear explanations of chemical interactions, practical guidance for selecting suitable ingredients, and a glossary of technical terms alongside a cross-referenced appendix of botanical names, this dictionary is an indispensable tool for skincare professionals, formulators, and anyone seeking a scientifically informed approach to evaluating cosmetic products.
