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Cosmetic Lipids and the Skin Barrier, Vol. 24 »

Authors: Thomas Forster
ISBN-13: 9780824706647, ISBN-10: 0824706641
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Informa Healthcare
Date Published: January 2002
Edition: (Non-applicable)

Author Biography: Thomas Forster

Forster, Thomas, PhD

Book Synopsis

Focusing on new biophysical and analytical methods that can assess lipid status and the improvement of skin condition, this reference provides essential quantitative information on the interaction of topically applied lipids with skin barrier lipids. Containing contributions from internationally recognized specialists and over 1000 references, drawings, photographs, and tables, it explores how different lipid varieties function in cosmetic formulations and on the skin. Coverage includes the chemistry, structure, and biological functions of skin lipids and their interaction with the lipids formulated into skin and hair care preparations.

	Series Introduction
	Preface
	Contributors
Pt. I	Chemistry and Structure of Skin Lipids
1	The Chemistry of Natural and Synthetic Skin Barrier Lipids	1
2	Structure of Stratum Corneum Lipid Layers and Interactions with Lipid Liposomes	37
3	Computer Modeling of Skin Barrier Lipid Layers by Molecular Dynamics	75
Pt. II	Biological Function of Skin Lipids
4	Role of Lipids in Skin Barrier Function	97
5	Investigating Human Skin Barrier Lipids with In Vitro Skin Models	121
Pt. III	Analysis of Skin Lipids and their Effects on Skin
6	Analytical Techniques for Skin Lipids	149
7	Biophysical Methods for Stratum Corneum Characterization	185
8	Detection of Cosmetic Changes in Skin Surface Lipids by Infrared and Raman Spectroscopy	227
Pt. IV	Lipids in Cosmetic Products
9	Lipidic Ingredients in Skin Care Formulations	255
10	Benefits of Lipidic Refatters in Surfactant Products	299
11	Sensory Assessment of Lipids in Leave-On and Rinse-Off Products	319
	Index	353