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Practical Aspects of Cosmetic Testing - How to Set up a Scientific Study in Skin Physiology
Preface
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Contents
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Introduction: History and Progress of Objective Skin Analysis
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Part I:Legal Aspects of Cosmetic Testing
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1: Regulatory Aspects
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1.1Comparison Between General Cosmetic Legislation in Europe and Other Countries
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1.2Recent Changes in European Cosmetic Regulation
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1.3Important Weblinks
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1.3.1European Union
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1.3.2USA
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1.3.3Canada
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1.3.4Japan
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1.3.5Mercosur Countries (Examples)
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1.3.6ASEAN Countries (Example)
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1.3.7South Africa
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1.3.8China
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1.3.9India
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1.4Cosmetic Safety Testing
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1.5Responsibility Considerations for Planning and Conduct of a Cosmetic Safety Study
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1.6Frequent Cosmetic Safety Study Models
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1.7Cosmetic Efficacy Testing
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1.8Cosmetic Labeling and Packaging
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References
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2: Ethical Aspects of Cosmetic Testing
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2.1Introduction
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2.2Brief History of Research Ethics
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2.3Ethical Aspects of Cosmetic Testing
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2.4Ethical Aspects of Noninvasive Skin Measurements
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2.5Essential Ethical Requirements for Performing a Study
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2.5.1Principles Related to Study Conduct
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2.5.2Principles Related to Study Investigator
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2.5.3Principles Related to Study Subjects/Participants
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2.5.4Principles Related to Investigational Products
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2.5.5Principles Related to Measuring Techniques/Devices
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2.5.6Principles Related to Institutional Review Board/Independent Ethics Committee (IRB/IEC)
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2.5.7Other Considerations
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2.6Conclusion
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2.7Key Messages for Performing an Ethical Study
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References
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3: Good Clinical Practice
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3.1Principles of GCP
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3.2Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
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3.3Study Design and Protocol Standards
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3.4Conduct Standards
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3.5Recording and Reporting Standards
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References
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4: Guidelines in Dermocosmetic Testing
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4.1Introduction
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4.2Skin Bioengineering Endeavor
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4.3Validation of Methods and Instrumentations
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4.4A Plea for Standardization and Quality Controls
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4.5Search for “Good Biometrological Practice”
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4.6Guidelines in Perspective
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4.7Conclusion
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References
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5: Claim Support: How to Create and Substantiate Claims
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5.1Introduction: Cosmetic Claims and Cosmetic Product Testing
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5.1.1What Is a Cosmetic Claim?
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5.1.2Borderline Claims
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5.2The Process of Creating Cosmetic Claims
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5.2.1Global or Regional
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5.2.2Communication Style and Medium
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5.2.3Consumer Factors
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5.3Deciding How to Support a Claim
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5.3.1 Classifying Claims
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5.3.2Level of Evidence
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5.3.2.1Established and Widely Available Evidence
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5.3.2.2Established Rationale but Requiring Specific Evidence
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5.3.2.3Evidence Based upon Significant Advance in Science or Technology
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5.4Generating Information to Support Claims
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5.5Presenting Information in Support of a Claim
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5.6State of the Art
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5.7Conclusion
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References
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Part II:General Aspects of Cosmetic Testing
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6: Testing Laboratory
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6.1Requirements for Accommodation and Arrangement
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6.1.1Reception/Volunteer Recruitment Office
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6.1.2Data Base/Subject File Room
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6.1.3Waiting Area for Volunteers
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6.1.4Room for Conducting General Volunteer Information Sessions
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6.1.5Investigator’s Office(s)/Examination Room(s)
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6.1.6Testing Lab Room(s)
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6.1.7Staff Office(s)
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6.1.8Rest Rooms for Volunteers
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6.1.9Test Product/Sample Storage Room
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6.2Requirements for Ambient Conditions
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6.3Laboratory Quality Management System
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6.3.1General Quality Management
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6.3.2Measurement Devices Quality Management
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References
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7: Research Staff
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7.1Requirements for Qualification and Training of Study Nurses and Investigators
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7.1.1Investigator
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7.1.2Study Assistant (Study Nurse)
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8: Testing Population
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8.1Advertisements
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8.2Telephone Recruitment
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8.3Recruitment through Third Parties/Intermediaries
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8.4Acquisition Criteria and Screening
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8.5Product-Related Information and Compliance
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9: Testing Devices and Methods
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Core Messages
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9.1Introduction
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9.2Technical Assessment of the Various Skin Parameters
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9.3The Measurement Technique and Norms, Standards and Directives
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9.4The Practical Use of Measurement Devices
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9.4.1Factors Within the Laboratory
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9.4.2Factors Influencing the Choice of the Most Suitable Measurement Device
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References
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10: Factors Influencing Measurements
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10.1Introduction
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10.2Sources of Error and Associated Variables
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10.2.1Instrument-Related Variables
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10.2.1.1Instrumental Variability, Start-Up, and Use
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10.2.1.2Measurements
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Surface Area
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Contact Time
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10.2.2Environment-Related Variables
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10.2.2.1Air Convections
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10.2.2.2Ambient Air Temperature
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10.2.2.3Ambient Air Humidity
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10.2.2.4Light Sources
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10.2.2.5Skin Cleansing
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10.2.3Individual-Related Variables
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10.2.3.1Age, Sex, and Race
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10.2.3.2Anatomical Sites
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10.2.3.3Sweating
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10.2.3.4Skin Surface Temperature
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10.2.3.5Skin Damage and Diseases
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10.2.3.6Circadia\n Rhythm
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10.2.3.7Intra- and Interindividual Variation
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10.3Conclusions
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References
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11: Study Design
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Core Messages
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11.1Determination of Study Design
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11.2Study Objective(s)
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11.3Measurement Variables and Endpoints
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11.4Statistics
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11.4.1Sample Size Calculation
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11.4.2Statistical Methods
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11.5Ethical Review and Scientific Validity
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11.6Provision for Test Products
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11.7Provision for Test Persons
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11.8Study Documents
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11.8.1Study Protocol
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11.8.2Subject Information Sheet
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11.8.3Case Report Form and Subject Diaries
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11.9Data Processing
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References
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12: Cosmetic Testing Report
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12.1Introduction
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12.2Report Structure and Contents
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12.2.1Title Page
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12.2.2Synopsis (Study Summary)
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12.2.3Table of Contents
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12.2.4List of Abbreviations (If Applicable)
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12.2.5Ethics
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12.2.6Investigators and Study Administrative Structure
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12.2.7Introduction
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12.2.8Study Objectives
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12.2.9Investigational Plan (Material and Methods)
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12.2.10Results
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12.2.11Discussion and Conclusions
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12.2.12Reference List
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12.2.13Signatures
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12.2.14Appendices (Attachments)
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12.3How to Publish the Results
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12.3.1Title Page
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12.3.2Conflict of Interest Notification Page
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12.3.3Abstract (Summary)
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12.3.4Keywords
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12.3.5Introduction
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12.3.6Material and Methods
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12.3.7Results
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12.3.8Discussion and Conclusions
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12.3.9Acknowledgments
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12.3.10References
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12.3.11Tables and Figures
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12.3.12Tables and Figures Legends
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12.3.13Sending the Manuscript to the Journal
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12.4Conclusions
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References
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Part III:Practical Aspects of Testing: Typical Examples of Test Settings
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13: Moisturizers and Emollients
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13.1Introduction
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13.1.1Moisturizers and Emollients – What Are They?
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13.1.2Natural Sources for the Skin Hydration
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13.1.3Legislation and the Marketplace of Moisturizing Cosmetics
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13.2Non-Invasive Biophysical Methods in Testing Moisturizers and Emollients
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13.2.1Evaluation of the Electrical Properties of the Outermost Skin Layers
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13.2.2Transepidermal Water Loss Assessment
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13.2.3Instrumental Evaluation of the Skin Topography
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13.2.4Spectroscopic and Optical Properties of the Skin
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13.2.5Evaluation of the Mechanical/Visco-Elastic Properties of the Skin
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13.3Practical Aspects of Moisturizers Testing
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13.3.1Selection of the Investigative Method
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13.3.2Study Design
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13.3.2.1Single Application Tests
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13.3.2.2Multiple Application Tests
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13.3.2.3Regression Tests
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13.3.2.4Efficacy on Pre-Irritated Skin
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Remark
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13.3.3Study Population
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13.3.3.1General Considerations
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13.3.3.2Number of Subjects
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13.3.3.3Individual-Related Variables Influencing the Biophysical Measurements
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13.3.4Test Site
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13.3.5The Study Procedures
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13.3.5.1Instructions to the Panelist
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13.3.5.2The Washout Phase
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13.3.5.3Environment-Related Variables Influencing the Measurements and the Panelist Acclimatization
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13.3.5.4The Product Application
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13.3.5.5The Measurement
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13.3.5.6Data Management and Evaluation
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13.4Conclusion
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References
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14: Antiaging and Antiwrinkle Products
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14.1Introduction
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14.2Methods Used in the Evaluation of Antiaging Products
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14.2.1Clinical Assessment
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14.2.2Non-invasive Biophysical Methods
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14.2.2.1Instrumental Evaluation of the Skin Surface Topography
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14.2.2.2Epidermal Barrier Function by Transepidermal Water Loss Assessment
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14.2.2.3Evaluation of the SC Hydration by Electrical Methods
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14.2.2.4Skin Pigmentation and Color
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14.2.2.5Skin Surface Acidity (pH)
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14.2.2.6Assessment of Skin Microcirculation
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14.2.2.7Assessment of Skin Surface Lipids by Photometric Methods
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14.2.2.8Assessment of the Skin Mechanical Properties
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14.2.3Invasive Procedures
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14.3Study Design for Testing Antiaging Products
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14.3.1Study Population
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14.3.2Study Duration
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14.3.3Test Site
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14.3.4Product Application
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14.3.5Efficacy Assessment
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14.3.6Data Management and Evaluation
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14.4Conclusion
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References
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15: Products for Impure, Acne-Like Skin
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15.1Introduction
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15.2Test Settings
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15.2.1Study Background
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15.2.2Study Objectives
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15.2.3Material and Methods
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15.2.3.1Study Products
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15.2.3.2Study Subjects
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15.2.3.3Study Design
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15.2.3.4Study Methods
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Oily Skin Assessment
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Sensorial Assessment
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Instrumental Assessment
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Quality of Life Assessment
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Acne Lesions Assessment
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Sensorial Assessment
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Instrumental Assessment
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Quality of Life Assessment
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Product Acceptance Assessment
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Assessment of Unwanted Effects
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15.2.3.5Study Protocol
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15.2.3.6Study Ethics
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15.2.3.7Statistical Analysis
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15.3Conclusion
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15.4Key Messages
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References
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16: Assessment of Hair Morphology
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16.1Introduction
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16.2Material and Methods
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16.2.1Optical Interferometry
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16.2.2Static and Dynamic Experiments
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16.3Results and Discussion
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16.3.1Static Experiments
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16.3.2Dynamic Experiments
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16.4Conclusions
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References
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17: Skin Colour and Pigmentation
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17.1Introduction
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17.2Skin Colour
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17.3Individual Differences
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17.4Instruments
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17.4.1Reflectance Spectrophotometric Evaluation
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17.5Study Procedure
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References
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18: Characterization of Sunscreens: Determination of the SPF
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18.1Introduction
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18.2UVB Protection
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18.3Example for the SPF Determination
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18.3.1Determination of MED
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18.3.2 Sunscreen Application
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18.4International Methods for the SPF Determination
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18.5Determination of the UVA Protection Factor
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18.6Classification of Sunscreens
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18.7Outlook
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18.8Summary
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References
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19: Practical Aspects of Shampoo and Conditioner Testing
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19.1Introduction
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19.2Hair Science Overview
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19.3Shampoos: An Overview
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19.42-in-1 Shampoo+Conditioners: An Overview
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19.5Conditioners: An Overview
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19.6Evaluation Approaches
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19.7Consumer Evaluation Approaches
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19.8Technical Evaluation Approaches
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19.9Assessing Surface Damage: Microscopy
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19.10Lubrication
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19.11Strength
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19.12Static Electricity Retardation
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19.13Shine
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19.14Color Fade
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19.15Moisturization
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19.16Summary
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References
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20: Antiperspirants and Deodorants
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20.1Introduction
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20.2Antiperspirants and Deodorants: What Are They?
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20.3Testing Efficacy of Antiperspirants
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20.3.1Test Methods
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20.3.2Test Design
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20.3.2.1Gravimetric Evaluation of the Armpit Sweating
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Study Population
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The Conditioning Phase
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Test Procedure
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Data Evaluation
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20.3.2.2Multiple Product Test Design
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Study Population
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The Conditioning Phase
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Test Procedure
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Data Evaluation
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20.4Testing Efficacy of Deodorants
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20.4.1Test Methods
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20.4.2Test Design
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20.4.2.1Sniff Test
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Study Population
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The Conditioning Phase
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Test Procedure
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Data Evaluation
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20.5Conclusion
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References
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21: Hair Growth
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21.1Keypoints
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21.2Introduction
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21.3Study Design
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21.4Assessment of Clinical Appearance (Investigator’s Questionnaire)
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21.5Clinical Grading Systems
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21.6Daily Hair Count
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21.7Hair Wash Test
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21.8Hair Pull-Test
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21.9Hair Weighing
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21.10Trichogram
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21.11Unit Area Trichogram
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21.12Phototrichogram
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21.13Contrast-Enhanced Phototrichogram
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21.14Epiluminescence Microscopy of Hair (TrichoScan)
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21.15Global Photographs
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21.16Optical Coherence Tomography of Hair
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21.17Electron Microscopy of Hair
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21.18Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy of Hair
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21.19Conclusions
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References
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22: Sensory Perception
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22.1Introduction
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22.2Sensitive Skin
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22.3Underlying Mechanisms
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22.4Testing Sensory Perception
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22.5 Setting Up a Test
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22.6Interpretation
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References
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23: Practical Use and Significance of Transepidermal Water Loss Measurements
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23.1The Bricks and the Mortar Model
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23.2Instrumental Assessment of Epidermal Barrier Status and Repair
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23.2.1Industrial vs. Legislation Needs to Measure Barrier Status and Repair
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23.2.2How to Assess the Positive Impact of Body Lotions and Protective Creams on Permeability Barrier Function?
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23.2.3Finding the Right Formula!
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23.2.4How Valid Is TEWL to Measure Skin Barrier?
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23.2.5Few Examples of Currently Used Instruments for Measuring Water Loss
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23.3Limits and Pitfalls of TEWL Measurement
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References
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24: Compliance Check with On-Site Measurements: Advanced Ways in Product Testing
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Core Messages
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24.1Introduction: Classical Laboratory Test
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24.2Efficacy Tests in the Real Environment of the Consumer (Field Studies)
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24.3The Device Corneometer® Mobile Data Collector DC 3000
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24.4Conclusion/Perspective
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References
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Index
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