Journal

The CosmEthically ACTIVE Journal started in 2021. The principal goal is to provide high-quality educational content covering many different aspects of cosmetic ingredients and natural cosmetics, from short articles to literature reviews.

The CosmEthically ACTIVE Journal is edited by Dr. Nina Kocevar Glavac. Articles are published monthly, 10 times a year, and will be issued in the form of a yearly volume. We kindly invite cosmetology experts to cooperate with us. Please contact us at journal@cosmethicallyactive.com.

CosmEthically ACTIVE Journal – Volume 2

Dear Readers, The Modern CosmEthics association stepped into the world of cosmetic science back in 2018 when we published the book ‘Modern Cosmetics: Ingredients of Natural Origin, A Scientific View, Volume 1’. It is tremendous…

Bakuchiol: A promising ingredient to help slow down time

Abstract: Bakuchiol, a phytochemical found in the plant Cullen corylifolium, exhibits similar effects on gene expression profile as retinol and therefore acts as its analogue, improving wrinkles and uneven pigmentation, increasing skin firmness and correcting…

Resveratrol: An antioxidant for attractive beauty applications

Abstract: The skin is exposed to many harmful factors. To remain healthy and good-looking, and to be able to resist or recover, balanced regeneration mechanisms are of great importance. One of these is called antioxidant…

CosmEthically ACTIVE Journal – Volume 1

Dear Readers, The first Volume of the CosmEthically ACTIVE Journal has finally seen the light of day! The team that works ‘behind the scenes’ has put great efforts to follow our main goal: To bring…

Responsible cleansing

Abstract: Surfactants are considered to be among the most important cosmetic ingredients, as they are used for cleansing, thickening, stabilising, solubilising, emulsifying and foaming. However, surfactants also exhibit unwanted effects: skin irritation. The concept of…

Silicones in cosmetics and their impact on the environment

Abstract: Silicones are generally considered cosmetic ingredients of versatile uses. In contrast to their physiological inertness after dermal use, a growing body of research and evidence focuses on their toxicological impacts, particularly with respect to…