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13702
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| Year |
5
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| Semester |
S1
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| ECTS Credits |
3
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| Workload |
PL(12H)/T(18H)
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| Scientific area |
Ciências Farmacêuticas
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Entry requirements |
Students of the Integrated Master’s Degrees in Pharmaceutical Sciences with knowledge in the fields of Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin, Skin Pathology and Pharmaceutical Technology.
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Learning outcomes |
At the end of this unit the student must be able to:
- Identify the differences between medicines, medical devices and cosmetics regarding general legal requirements, life cycle and scope of application;
- Identify the functions, mode of action and technological characteristics of the main categories of cosmetics;
- Analyze the composition, labelling and claims of a cosmetic product under a critical perspective considering the legal requirements of these products;
- Correctly advise and promote the adequate use of cosmetics;
- To identify the requirements and methods for product development, preparation, characterization and quality control of cosmetic products.
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Syllabus |
1 - Introduction to different products designed for skin care and treatment: medicines, medical devices and cosmetics – definitions, classification and functions; borderline products.
2-Skin: 2.1 Anatomy physiology and functions; 2.2 Types/status of skin; 2.3 Skin aging; 2.4 Skin hydration;
3 Cosmetics: 3.1 Legal requirements; 3.2 Cutaneous biometry assessment and efficacy evaluation (claim substantiation); 3.3 Quality and safety assessment; 3.4 Emerging concepts and trends (e.g. sustainability and marketing trends); 3.5 Cleaning and hydration preparations; 3.6 Sunscreen formulations; 3.7 Anti-aging formulations; 3.8 – Anti-transpirant and deodorants; 3.9 Hair products
4 – Cosmetics for special populations (babies and pregnant women)
5 - Complementary strategies combining cosmetics/medical devices/medicines.
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Main Bibliography |
-Barata, E. A.F. «Cosméticos – A cosmética, inovações e enquadramento legal». 2ª Ediçao. Lidel – edições técnicas Lda.
-Baki Gabriella, Alexander; Introduction to cosmetic formulation and technology. ISBN: 978-1-118-76378-0. 2015
-Estrade, M.N. Consejos de Cosmetologia. Trad. M Angeles Alonsod e Abajo. Ars Galenica, Barcelona, 2002
-Handbook of cosmetic science and technology, edited by Andre´ O. Barel, Marc Paye, Howard I. Maibach. — 3rd ed., Informa Healthcare USA, 2009
- Ferreira, M.S., Palmeira-de-Oliveira, A., Oliveira, R., Palmeira-de-Oliveira, R., Sousa-Lobo, J.M., & Almeida, I.F. (2021). Acta Farmacêutica Portuguesa 10(1), 4-18.
- Reg. (CE) n.º 1223/2009 do Parlamento Europeu e do Conselho (e atualizações subsequentes)
- Reg. (EU) nº 655/2013 do Parlamento Europeu e do Conselho
www.infarmed.pt (para acesso a documentação específica sobre Produtos Cosméticos)
- Scientifiic papers and book chapters made available for discussion of the topics.
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Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria |
Teaching methodologies: Tutorial classes (theoretical approach and practical examples); exercises on critical analyses of cosmetics labelling and practical cases of cosmetics selection; problem discussion; laboratory classes for cutaneous biometry assessment and preparation of formulations.
Assessment will be based on (for a total of 200 points):
- continuous evaluation ( participation and discussion in 7 problem solving activities – “challenges launched through moodle platform+workshop) 20% (40 points)
- written evaluation test 40% (80 points)
- writing and presentation of a review under the scope of the unit 40% (80 points) comprising 60 points for the written report, 10 points for oral presentation and 10 points for oral discussion (2 questions).
Absence to the moments of evaluation (written test and presentation of the report) or absence of the written report will be quoted as 0 points.
The total of 200 points is converted to 20 values.
Workshop is a mandatory activity.
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Language |
Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
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