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Abstract

–  Cosmeceuticals represent functional cosmetics and skincare products.
–  The cutaneous effect of a cosmeceutical is the combined action of the moisturizing abilities of the vehicle combined with the intent of the active ingredients.
–  The most common antiaging effect of cosmeceuticals on the skin is to enhance barrier function and provide photoprotection.
–  Areas of research in cosmeceutical ingredients include substances intended to improve skin function by activating a receptor, altering an enzyme, functioning as a cellular messenger, acting as an antioxidant, or providing anti-inflammatory capabilities.
–  Cosmeceuticals are considered cosmetics and, because of their unregulated status, their manufacturers can only make appearance-related claims.

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