TESTING COSMETIC PRODUCTS ON ANIMALS

Abstract

Abstract Technological innovation particularly the use of artificial intelligence (AI) has brought a revolution in the cosmetics and skincare industry. This paper aims to provide an understanding of how AI is being utilized in the formulation and tailoring of cosmetics and skincare products and its effects on creative product development, product safety, and consumer satisfaction. New generation technologies that include the use of artificial intelligence including machine learning, in silico modelling and virtual try-on have helped revolutionize product development and improve the delivery of customized skincare solutions and therefore customer experiences. These technologies facilitate accurate tuning of formulation and more accurate prediction of how the product will behave on different skin types, enhancing the product’s performance and hence the consumers’ confidence. The research follows the systematic review methodology and follows the PRISMA guidelines to conduct an exhaustive and transparent analysis. For the purpose of this study, a total of fifteen relevant articles were chosen in order to establish a strong basis for assessing the current and future advancements of AI in the cosmetics industry. The main issues that have been highlighted include ethical concerns, legal issues, the development of new AI methods, and the shift from animal testing to AI-based solutions. Ethical issues are mainly on the reduction of animal testing, which is viewed as both scientifically meaningless and ethically wrong. AI presents potential solutions that are compatible with the current ethical practices and emphasize in vitro and in silico experiments that are not only ethical but also effective. Regulatory issues and possibilities are discussed, with a focus on the need for new guidelines that can facilitate the implementation of AI solutions while maintaining safety and legal requirements. AI advancements in safety assessment are achieved through the establishment of models and simulations that provide improved accuracy and reliability. Based on the findings of this study, AI has the ability to revolutionize the cosmetics industry, however, more studies are required to improve on the current challenges and harness the potential of the technology. Further research should be directed towards the collection of primary data and the empirical assessment of the applicability of AI-based approaches in compliance with legal requirements.