Introduction

The past decade has witnessed the progression of the field of cosmeceuticals moving toward one of cosmoleculars^TM. The impact of advanced technologies as well as pharmaceutical methods and drug delivery systems has resulted in the field of cosmetic dermatology. This section will attempt to give the practitioner a base of current knowledge in the field of cosmetic dermatology. The skin care consumer has been faced with a literal flood of products into the marketplace designed to address various cosmetic concerns. As research and development of new bioactive ingredients and knowledge of existing ingredients continue to grow, and new technologies reflect increased stability and delivery of these ingredients to the skin, this trend will only continue to grow.