Cosmeceuticals

The term 'Cosmeceutical' was coined by Raymond Reed in 1961 while in 1971 Dr. Albert Kligman, of the University of Pennsylvania who recognized that even water could alter the structure and function of skin popularized the term.In present times, it is still an emerging concept in the skincare marketplace.Cosmeceuticals are considered to enhance the health and beauty of the skin.Classification of Cosmeceuticals: In General, Cosmeceuticals are divided into 3 types: 1) Skin cosmeceutical product.2) Hair cosmeceutical product.3) Other cosmeceutical products.In India, cosmetics are regulated as per Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940 and Rules 1945.Part-XIII (regulates import and registration of cosmetics), part-XIV (manufacture of cosmetic for sale or for distribution) and part-XV (regulates labelling, packing and standards of cosmetics).Rule 145 and 135 prohibits the use and import of arsenic and lead-containing compounds.Rules 135A and 145 D prohibits mercury for cosmetic uses.Rule 134 mentions that cosmetic products should contain colour, dye, or pigment as per specified by schedule Q and Bureau of Indian Standards.