Polymers in Medicine and Cosmetics: Advancing Materials for Health and Beauty
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Processing and Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 June 2025 | Viewed by 63
Special Issue Editors
Interests: topical skin formulations; emulsions; polymeric gels; skin protection agents; prevention of occupational skin diseases; physicochemical properties; textural profile; mechanical properties; rheological properties; sensory properties; safety of cosmetics and pharmaceuticals
Interests: lipid nanocarriers; hydrogels; wound healing; skin disorders; skin regeneration; drug release kinetics; design of experiments (DOE); molecular dynamics (MD)
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Interests: organic chemistry; medicinal chemistry; synthesis; pharmaceuticals; material characterization; polymers; nanomaterials; drug delivery systems; polymeric biomaterials; hydrogels; bio-hybrid hydrogels; advanced polymeric materials; biopolymers; natural and synthetic active substances; nanocarriers
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue entitled "Polymers in Medicine and Cosmetics: Advancing Materials for Health and Beauty" aims to explore the innovative applications of polymeric materials in the fields of medicine and cosmetics. As the demand for advanced therapeutic solutions and skin and hair care products continues to grow, polymers and biopolymers have emerged as versatile materials that can enhance functionality, effectiveness, safety and user experience. This Special Issue will encompass a wide range of topics, including the synthesis and characterization of novel polymeric systems, their role in drug delivery, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine, as well as their applications in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations.
Contributions will highlight recent advancements in biocompatible and biodegradable polymers, smart materials that respond to environmental stimuli, and the integration of nanotechnology with polymer science. We invite researchers and industry experts to submit original research articles and reviews that showcase the potential of polymers and biopolymers in enhancing health outcomes and beauty standards. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, this Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of current trends and future directions in polymer applications, ultimately contributing to the development of safer, more effective, and sustainable materials in both medicine and cosmetics products.
Dr. Agnieszka Kulawik-Pióro
Dr. Małgorzata Miastkowska
Dr. Katarzyna Bialik-Wąs
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- cosmetic
- pharmaceutical and medical polymer applications
- advanced healthcare materials
- skin health
- wound healing
- polymeric biomaterials
- drug delivery systems
- material characterization
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