Inconsistencies and incongruencies regarding accepted definition of nanomaterials for use in cosmetics has becoming a contentious issue these days.
Nanomaterial
On January 11, 2023, EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) published the preliminary opinion on Hydroxyapatite as a nanomaterial. Public comments are sought by March 01, 2023.
In this research experiment, the effect of sonication, light aid and a combination of both on nano-sized zinc oxide-mediated degradation of methylparaben (used frequently in cosmetics as a preservative; a known allergen and a contaminant fond in w