Reading this book, you will discover that, while cosmetic products often sit on the surface, they are not as superficial as often thought. In this introductory chapter, we have tried to prepare you for the scientific terms and concepts you will come across in the subsequent chapters, which will be explained in more detail as they arise in the text.
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