Semester VII · PCI syllabus 2026
Cosmetics and Cosmeceuticals
BP702T
2 credits
Theory
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Unit 1: Cosmetics and cosmeceuticals, Classification of Cosmetics (Cosmetics
- and Cosmeceuticals for Skin Care, Hair Care, Oral Care, foot care, body cavities, Decorative Cosmetics, Cleansing cosmetics, Perfumes and Fragrances.) Types of various dosage forms for Cosmetics, Common excipients for cosmetic
Unit 2: Common skin problems (Dry Skin, Oily skin, Pimples and acne,
- Pigmentation, Prickly heat and Sun burn) and general composition, method for preparation, packing and evaluation of the skin Cosmetics and cosmeceuticals. Herbal cosmetics for skin. Types of soaps, syndet bars, general composition, method for preparation, packing and evaluation of soaps. Introduction to Perfumes and toiletries
Unit 3: Common Hair problems, Hair Cosmetics and cosmeceuticals:
- Types of shampoos, general composition, method for preparation, packing and evaluation of shampoos. Introduction to hair oils, hair serums, conditioners, hair colors, Depilatory and shaving products. Herbal hair care products
Unit 4: Various problems of oral cavity, Oral Cosmetics, and
- cosmeceuticals: general composition, method for preparation, packing and evaluation of mouth wash and toothpaste. Herbal oral care cosmetics. Types of Cosmetics for nails, eyes, body odor, lip care and cleansing. Intimate hygiene products for males and females
Unit 5: Role of Regulatory authorities for Cosmetics and cosmeceuticals
- (CDSCO and FDA). Cosmetics regulations 2020 and role of BIS. Role of certifying bodies like ECCERT and COSMOS in herbal cosmetics. Labeling requirement of cosmetics and Packaging of cosmetics. Testing as per BIS specification and analytical methods (including sensory test, sensitivity test)
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