Antimicrobials

Sep 5th, 2008
Charles Fox

This article reviews the patent and scientific literature, published between 1996 and 2001, on various types of antimicrobial agents and their use in acne products, antiseptics, cleansers, dandruff, deodorants, oral care products and preservatives as well as on their safety and interactions with the skin.

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