Evaluation of the antiwear-ability/scratch-resistance efficacy of makeup products by in vitro test method application.

OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study is to propose a method for assessing the antiwear-ability (AW) or surface scratch-resistance (SR) efficacy of makeup products through in vitro experiments. MATERIALS AND METHOD: The method primarily involves measuring the change in weight as a means of evaluating the overall effectiveness. AW/SR effects are evaluated by applying a fixed amount of makeup product on artificial fake skin and comparing the weight difference after simulated friction/scratch. RESULTS: The in vitro results indicate that this method is easy to operate and yields repeatable data. It consistently reflects differences between samples when compared to clinical studies. CONCLUSIONS: This method effectively compares the AW/SR effects of makeup products and demonstrates utility in evaluating product efficacy and difference. It holds great scientific and practical value.