Cosmeceuticals – A New Approach for Treatment of Skin Problem

Abstract

The word Cosmeceuticals is derived from two words cosmetic and pharmaceuticals. As their name suggest they have both property of cosmetic and pharmaceuticals. They are used as a beautifying agent with therapeutic value. They are neither place in category of pharmaceuticals nor in category of cosmetics. Like pharmaceuticals product they also possess active ingredient and additives which make them therapeutically effective. Various types of cosmeceuticals preparation available such as Hair cosmeceuticals, skin cosmeceuticals, nail cosmeceuticals etc. Cosmeceuticals preparation generally considered as dermatological preparation and presented in the form of lotion, cream, gel etc.