Physical properties and caffeine release from creams prepared with different oils

1. Achim M. at al.: Topical dosage forms containing fluid extract of ruscus aculeatus: Formulation, preparation and physical characterization. Clujul Medical 83, 99-103, 2010.Search in Google Scholar

2. Akhtar N. et al.: Formulation and in vitro evaluation of a cosmetic emulsion from almond oil. Pak. J. Pharm. Sci., 21, 430-437, 2008.Search in Google Scholar

3. Azam S. et al.: Antioxidant and pro-oxidant properties of caffeine, theobromine and xanthine. Med. Sci. Monit. 9, 325-330, 2003.Search in Google Scholar

4. Ballamann C., Mueller BW.: Stabilizing effect of cetostearyl alcohol and glyceryl monostearate as co-emulsifiers on hydrocarbon-free O/W glyceride creams. Pharm. Dev. Technol., 13, 433-435, 2008.10.1080/10837450802247952Search in Google Scholar

5. Bertin et al.: A double blind evaluation of activity of an anticellulite product containing retinol, caffeine and ruscogenine by a combination of several non invasive methods. J. Cosmet. Sci. 52, 199-210, 2001.Search in Google Scholar

6. Bottari F.: Influence of drug concentration on in-vitro release of salicylic acid from ointment bases. J. Pharm. Sci., 63, 1979-1983, 1974.10.1002/jps.2600631127Search in Google Scholar

7. Brisaert M., Plaizer-Vercammen JA.: Investigation on the photostability of tretinoin in creams. Int. J. Pharm., 4, 56-61, 2007.10.1016/j.ijpharm.2006.10.023Search in Google Scholar

8. Dias M., et al.: Topical delivery of caffeine from some commercial formulations. Int. J. Pharm. 182, 41-47, 1999.10.1016/S0378-5173(99)00067-8Search in Google Scholar

9. Doris H. et al.: Cosmeceuticals for cellulite seminaris in cutaneous. Medicine and Surgery, 30, 167-170, 2011.10.1016/j.sder.2011.06.005Search in Google Scholar

10. Fiebieg A., Janicki St., Sznitowska M.: Farmacja stosowana. PZWL 2004.Search in Google Scholar

11. Fischer T.W. et al.: Effect of caffeine and testosterone on the proliferation of human hair follicles in vitro. Int. J. Dermatol., 46, 27-35, 2007.10.1111/j.1365-4632.2007.03119.xSearch in Google Scholar

12. Jimenez-Soriano M.M., Fresno- Contreras M.J., Selles F.: Development of a cream from a self-emulsifying base and moisturizing actives. II Farmaco, 2001, 56, 513-522.10.1016/S0014-827X(01)01087-4Search in Google Scholar

13. Konning GH., Mital HC. Study of shea butter. 4. Stability of medicaments in shea butter ointment and creams. Pharm. Acta Helv. 49, 192-196, 1974.Search in Google Scholar

14. Krówczyński L.: Technologia postaci leków PZWL, Warszawa, 1969.Search in Google Scholar

15. Omar L. et al.: Evaluation of the effects of caffeine in the microcirculation and edema on thighs and buttocks using the orthogonal polarization spectral imaging and clinical parameters. J. Cosmet. Dermatol. 6, 102-107, 2007.10.1111/j.1473-2165.2007.00304.x17524126Search in Google Scholar

16. Oyedeji F., Okeke I.: Comparative analysis of moisturizing creams from vegetable oils and paraffin oil. J. App. Sci., 5, 157-160, 2010.10.3923/rjasci.2010.157.160Search in Google Scholar

17. Polish Pharmacopea IX, Urząd Rejestracji Produktów Leczniczych, Wyrobów Medycznych i Produktów Bójczych. Warszawa 2011.Search in Google Scholar

18. Farmakopea Polska VI, PZWL, 2002Search in Google Scholar

19. Tamburic S.: Aging of polymer stabilized creams: rheological viewpoint. Cosmet. and Toilet. 115, 43-46, 2000.Search in Google Scholar

20. Taguchi M., Kunimoto T.: Jojoba wax in cosmetic creams and lotions. Cosmet. and Toilet. 95, 39-41, 1980.Search in Google Scholar

21. Wendel O.W.: Jojoba - promising liquid cosmetic wax. Cosmet and Toilet. 95, 41-54, 1980. Search in Google Scholar