English to Italian Science Chemistry; Chem Sci/Eng Nanomateriali

Cosmetics, personal care products


Nanotechnology also plays an important role in the cosmetic industry.
Nanomaterials can be found in many cosmetic products including moisturisers, hair care products, make up and sunscreens.
The primary advantages of using nanoparticles in personal care products include an improvement in the stability of cosmetic ingredients (e.g. vitamins, unsaturated fatty acids, and antioxidants) by encapsulating them within the nanoparticles; efficient protection of the skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays; aesthetically pleasing products (e.g. in mineral sunscreens, using smaller particles of an active mineral allows them to be applied without leaving a noticeable white cast); ** targeting of an active ingredient ** to the desired cells or organ, and offer a controlled release of active ingredients for prolonged effect a knowhow also explored in the developments of pharmaceuticals.