Chitosan in Cosmetics: Technical Aspects when Formulating
By: Christina Juneau, Atrium Biotechnologies; and Arthur Georgalas and Renata Kapino, Tri-K Industries
Posted: May 6, 2003, from the August 2001 issue of Cosmetics & Toiletries.
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Article Keywords:
- chitin
- chitosan
- biopolymer
- emulsion
- gel
- antimicrobial
- viscosity
- curl retention
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In this article, we explore formulation issues when using chitosan in cosmetic products. The chitosan used here is a commercially available, high-grade chitosan made form shrimp shells by a 75-90% deacetylation process. We will discuss its viscosity-building and antimicrobial properties, and its use in cosmetic emulsions and gels.
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