ReviewFrontiers in public health2024
The dark side of beauty: an in-depth analysis of the health hazards and toxicological impact of synthetic cosmetics and personal care products.
Review in Frontiers in public health, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 28 papers.
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28 citing papers in PubMed.
- Cosmetic Product Use Behaviors, Health Risk Perceptions, and Adverse Effect Experiences Among Adolescents in Türkiye.Journal of community health · 2026Article
- Toxic metals in Cosmetic and Personal Care Products: Occurrence, Concentrations, and Health Risks.Biological trace element research · 2026Review
- Potential Dangers of Adult Cosmetics to Preteen and Teenage Girls.The journal of pediatric pharmacology and therapeutics : JPPT : the official journal of PPAG · 2026Article
- Study of contaminants in natural cosmetics.International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health · 2026Article
- Stem Cells in Cosmetic Applications: Advancements, Challenges, and Future Directions.Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2026Review
- Medicinal Plants for Dermatological and Cosmetic Applications: Ethnobotanical Study from Northern Lithuania.Plants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Enzymes from mollusk-associated bacteria in Ambon waters of Wallacea: Prospective cosmetic applications.Open veterinary journal · 2026Article
- Dynamics of Endocrine Disruptor Exposure in Early Life: A Mother-Infant Hair Biomonitoring Study.Toxics · 2026Article
- Mechanistic Insights into Flavonoids in Cosmetic Applications: Multifunctional Roles and Formulation Considerations.Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology · 2026Review
- Mapping, dynamism, thematic evolution of the scientific production on Make up or Beauty products and cancer: A scientometric study.Journal of education and health promotion · 2026Article
- Quality by Design for the Nanoformulation of Cosmeceuticals.Pharmaceutics · 2026Review
- Polylactic acid microplastics as metabolic disruptors: Linking gut dysbiosis to systemic toxicity by disrupting microbiota-host co-metabolism.Current research in toxicology · 2026Review
- Optimization of Natural Deep Eutectic Solvent-Assisted Extraction of Rosmarinic Acid fromMolecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Ensuring the Safe Use of Bee Products: A Review of Allergic Risks and Management.International journal of molecular sciences · 2025Review
- Senotherapeutic Potential of Araliadiol in Senescent Human Dermal Fibroblasts: An In Vitro Study Using Three Senescence Models.Pharmaceutics · 2025Article
- Personal care products exposure patterns and prostate cancer: evidence from a case-control study in Mexico City.Journal of exposure science & environmental epidemiology · 2025Article
- Sustainability in Cosmetic Dermatology: Moving Toward an Ecologically Responsible Future.Dermatology and therapy · 2025Article
- Technological Advances in Anti-hair Loss and Hair Regrowth Cosmeceuticals: Mechanistic Breakthroughs and Industrial Prospects Driven by Multidisciplinary Collaborative Innovation.Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2025Review
- Nanotechnology-Enhanced Sunscreens: Balancing Efficacy, Safety, and Environmental Impact.Pharmaceutics · 2025Review
- Stable and Functional Cosmetic Creams Enriched with Grape Stem Extract: A Sustainable Skincare Strategy.Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
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Abstract
Over the past three decades, the popularity of cosmetic and personal care products has skyrocketed, largely driven by social media influence and the propagation of unrealistic beauty standards, especially among younger demographics. These products, promising enhanced appearance and self-esteem, have become integral to contemporary society. However, users of synthetic, chemical-based cosmetics are exposed to significantly higher risks than those opting for natural alternatives. The use of synthetic products has been associated with a variety of chronic diseases, including cancer, respiratory conditions, neurological disorders, and endocrine disruption. This review explores the toxicological impact of beauty and personal care products on human health, highlighting the dangers posed by various chemicals, the rise of natural ingredients, the intricate effects of chemical mixtures, the advent of nanotechnology in cosmetics, and the urgent need for robust regulatory measures to ensure safety. The paper emphasizes the necessity for thorough safety assessments, ethical ingredient sourcing, consumer education, and collaboration between governments, regulatory bodies, manufacturers, and consumers. As we delve into the latest discoveries and emerging trends in beauty product regulation and safety, it is clear that the protection of public health and well-being is a critical concern in this ever-evolving field.
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