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Just as paper is a substrate for the artist, the skin is that for the cosmetic scientist. For this reason it is extremely important that we acquire a reasonable understanding of the skin’s structure, function and response to various stimuli. Only then should we begin to develop formulations to maintain or improve it.
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Abamba, G. (2000). Skin preparations. In: Butler, H. (eds) Poucher’s Perfumes, Cosmetics and Soaps. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-017-2734-1_14
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