Análises comparativas entre cremes hidratantes corporais

Abstract

In recent years, the consumer market for beauty and personal care products has been growing significantly, and currently, Brazil ranks fourth in the world for consuming personal hygiene, perfumery, and cosmetic products. Body moisturizer is the most consumed cosmetic by women in Brazil, and with that in mind, the following study aimed to analyze and compare six brands of body moisturizers, checking their compliance with labeling standards. Viscosity, water activity, color, pH, lumps, and stability tests were performed. In addition to the proposed analyses, it was verified whether the product packaging complied with labeling standards established by ANVISA, and they were found to be in accordance with current legislation. Based on the results, the products remained stable, except for the one from brand A, which showed phase separation at low temperature. The product from brand F was the most stable in the pH test. The product from brand A was the least stable, with a higher alkaline pH and different color behavior. Price did not directly influence the results, with both cheaper and more expensive body moisturizers showing similar outcomes.