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Biokosmetyki - Wszystko o Mikrodermabrazji Korundowej
Interdisciplinary Program in Biocosmetics
| Location | 61212, Life Science and Technology Building |
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| Address | 2066, Seobu-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do 440-746 |
Cosmetics, the most promising field in the emotional era of the 21st century, is a multi-disciplinary region consisting of biotechnology, chemistry, life science, chemical engineering, pharmacy, dermatology, art and business administration.
It can contribute to a beautiful life in the aesthetic and psychological aspect. Therefore, the cosmetic industry is becoming a cutting-edge integrated science industry that can positively affect psychological and sociocultural elements of human beings.
The Department of Biocosmetics is a graduate course opened in September 2016, aiming to cultivate top-notch experts in the cosmetic industry through excellent education and research programs.
After graduation, graduates are working in cosmetics and pharmaceutical companies, bio-ventures, universities, and national/public research institutes.
Are biocosmetics effective?
The beauty market is highly competitive and brands often rely on ingredients to stand out from the crowd. Women, particularly younger women, now expect brands to use natural ingredients. This is what makes biocosmetics such a compelling proposition: with close to 100% naturally-derived ingredients, these products create a key differentiator in a saturated market. Moreover, there is incredible potential to also meet the demand for superior efficacy, as the biocosmetics ethos aims to combine nature and science. Looking to the future, we can expect to see many more biocosmetics labels that foreground innovating with nature.
What’s the difference between biocosmetics and organic cosmetics?
As we’ve seen above, biocosmetics and organic cosmetics are not the same. On the one hand, it’s true that both biocosmetics and organic cosmetics share a common goal: using natural ingredients that are safe and plant-based.
However, there are at least two key differences between the two:
- Organic cosmetics are defined by being made entirely from natural and organic ingredients, that is, ingredients that have grown following guidelines of organic farming (including the need to be processed without the use of synthetic chemicals, pesticides, or fertilizers).
- Contrary to what happens with biocosmetics, there are specific certifications targeting organic cosmetics. These standards are issued by a recognized certification body and aim at certifying particular requirements, such as that a certain percentage of the ingredients in the cosmetic product must be certified organic. On the other hand, there are no such specific standards or certifications that target biocosmetics.
As we’ve seen above, there’s not one particular certification that can verify that a cosmetic product can be considered as part of biocosmetics.
However, looking at the characteristics of biocosmetics that we’ve outlined above, it’s possible to make a preliminary verification checklist that consumers can use in case they want to determine whether a cosmetic formulation can be considered as part of biocosmetics:
- This checklist starts by looking at the formulation’s INCI, the International Nomenclature for Cosmetic Ingredients or, in other words, the ingredients that are part of a cosmetic formulation. At this point, consumers can notice if the formulation includes natural ingredients as well as synthetic chemicals such as parabens, or artificial fragrances, among other problematic ingredients.
- Concerning animal testing, some of the most well-known certifications include those developed by PETA, CCF (Choose Cruelty Free) and Leaping Bunny.
- Finally, as we’ve mentioned above, some certifications can verify some of the features that define whether a formulation is part of biocosmetics or not, including those issued by Ecocert, Cosmébio, USDA o BDIH.
What are the characteristics of biocosmetics?
For a cosmetic product to be considered BIO it has to fulfill a series of characteristics:
– 99% of its ingredients have to be of plant origin and organic.
– When using organic crops, they do not contain pesticides or chemicals.
– All its ingredients are natural, so preservatives, dyes, silicones and other artificial and synthetic substances are not part of biocosmetics.
– It is not tested on animals.
– The containers are recycled or recyclable.
– The impact of biocosmetics production on the environment is minimal, as well as other processes such as transport and storage.
– Biocosmetics must have Ecocert, Cosmébio, USDA or BDIH certifications.
biocosmetic and what are its characteristics.
