Synonym(s)
Cosmetovigilance
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Cosmetovigilance, following the concept of pharmacovigilance, is the continuous and systematic monitoring of the safety of a cosmetic product with regard to human health. The aim is to detect, assess and understand undesirable effects of cosmetic products and to prevent them by appropriate measures.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer