Sustainable Innovation in Cosmetics

Dear Colleagues,

The cosmetics industry is undergoing a vital transformation towards sustainability, driven by growing environmental concerns and consumer demand for eco-friendly products. This transformation involves the development of biodegradable formulations, ethically sourced renewable ingredients and eco-friendly packaging solutions that minimize waste and environmental impact. Researchers and companies are rethinking every stage of the life cycle of cosmetic products, from raw material sourcing and manufacturing processes to end-of-life disposal, to reduce the industry’s carbon footprint and foster a circular economy.

This Special Issue of Cosmetics is dedicated to showcasing the latest advancements and research trends in sustainable cosmetic science and technology. We welcome contributions on a broad range of topics, including green chemistry approaches for safer product formulation, novel bio-based materials and upcycled ingredients, energy-efficient production methods and innovative packaging designs that align with sustainability goals. Submissions may cover scientific breakthroughs, case studies of sustainable product development, regulatory and life-cycle assessments, or interdisciplinary perspectives that bridge sustainability and cosmetic efficacy. By gathering these insights, we aim to demonstrate how environmental responsibility and innovation can go hand in hand, paving the way for a more sustainable future for the cosmetics industry. We look forward to receiving your submissions.

Prof. Dr. Luis Alfonso Trujillo-Cayado
Guest Editor

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Cosmetics is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 1800 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.