1. Preserving cosmetics
A preservative is any substance or mixture of substances used to combat the chemical or microbiological degradation of a product. More specifically, antimicrobial preservatives combat degradation caused by bacteria or fungi (microscopic fungi or yeasts).
Preservatives play several roles in the protection of cosmetic products. First and foremost, they protect cosmetic products from contamination that may be caused during production by :
raw materials (active ingredients, water, colorants, etc.) ;
packaging items ;
the atmosphere of the premises ;
staff.
They also have a protective role when the product is used by the consumer,...
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Bibliography
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(1) - ALLAIN (P.) - Les Médicaments, paroi et membrane des micro-organismes. - Les Médicaments, Éd., 3e édition, CdM Éditions, p. 409-420 (2000).
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(2) - ORTH (D.S.) - Acid pH and survival strategies of microorganisms. - Preservative-Free and Self-Preserving Cosmetics...
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