Carboxymethyl chitosan (CMCH) from native chitosan of high molecular weight (H, 310–375
kDa) was synthesized for improving water solubility. The water solubility of high-molecular …

Blending hydrogel with an amphiphilic polymer can increase the hydrophobic drug loading
and entrapment efficiency of hydrogel-based formulations. In this study, a hydrogel …

Most waxes used as cosmetic ingredients are derived from the petrochemical industry. A
modern alternative to this complex synthesis approach is the hydrotreatment of palm oil; …

Materials and Methods Five formulations of 0.1% lidocaine and 0.1% nitroglycerin ointments
(F1-F5) were developed using hydrocarbon bases (B1 and B2), hydrophilic petrolatum B3 …

Cream preparation is cosmetic preparation consisting of aqueous and oil phases that
immiscible. Thus, a surfactant with hydrophilic and lipophilic groups is needed to reduce the …

Abstract Ya Kae Fok Buam Mueai Khop (YFBM), a traditional Thai formula, has long been
used to relieve pain, aches and swelling, yet lacks substantial research evidence to support …

Abstract Introduction: The Papuan people have utilized the native herb Laportea decumana
(Roxb.) Wedd for centuries to treat aches and pains L. decumana is used by attaching …

Cosmetics are being widely used globally for both woman and man. Annona muricata
extract has strong anti-oxidant activity. Antioxidants can reduce the signs of aging and are …

The Georgian market is oversaturated with cosmetics from different countries, which are
mainly prepared using synthetic substances. Their long-term consumption may lead to a …