Cosmetics and Cosmeceuticals:
Products Shaping the Future of Skincare with Therapeutic Benefits

September 27, 2024

The future of skincare is evolving as cosmetics and cosmeceuticals come together, offering not just beauty but also powerful therapeutic benefits. As cosmetics consumers increasingly seek more than just superficial beauty, the rise of cosmeceuticals marks a significant shift in the industry. These products blur the lines between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals by combining aesthetic enhancement with active therapeutic benefits, becoming the foundation of modern skincare.

What are Cosmeceuticals in Skincare?
A Guide to Evidence-based Skincare Routine with Serums and Creams

September 21, 2024

Cosmeceuticals represent an extremely special category that can bridge the gap between drugs and cosmetics. These products can be described as “a cosmetic product that exerts a pharmaceutical therapeutic benefit but not necessarily a biologic therapeutic benefit” (1). Unlike drugs, which are defined by their biological effect on living tissues cosmeceuticals have both aesthetic and therapeutic effects; thus, they are extremely popular in skin care (2). Indeed, they have made their mark on the global personal care market. Even though some vagueness is associated with the exact definition and scope of these products, the interesting fact is that 30% to 40% of dermatologists' prescriptions from around the world contain a cosmeceutical (3). Basically, in order to understand the full concept of 'cosmeceuticals and their use in skincare,' one must learn about their definition, origin, how they differ from conventional cosmetics, types of cosmeceutical products available in the market, their specific applications and benefits, as well as how to incorporate these cosmeceuticals in your skincare routine.