A new scientific technique being developed by the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) shows how quickly particles are absorbed into the skin. It promises to be a useful tool in developing more effective topical products.
Anew scientific technique is being developed that could quickly detect how small molecules are absorbed into the skin, helping to develop more effective clinical skin products as well as boosting the £150bn (€189bn) a year personal care industry.
The technique – ambient surface mass spectrometry – was invented in 2004 and provides real-time analysis of chemical samples.
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL), the UK’s National Measurement Institute, is developing the metrology to make it reliable for use in areas such as chemical testing for the skin cream industry.
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