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Application of Nanotechnology in Cosmetics

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  1. Division of Toxicology, Office of Applied Research and Safety Assessment, Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, US Food and Drug Administration, 8301 Muirkirk Road, Laurel, MD, 20708, USA

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Mu, L., Sprando, R.L. Application of Nanotechnology in Cosmetics. Pharm Res 27, 1746–1749 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11095-010-0139-1

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