Due to its rich composition and excellent compatibility with lipids present in our epidermis, natural emulsifiers are very commonly used raw material in the cosmetic industry. Since the cosmetic industry has been emphasizing the natural origin of as many product ingredients as possible, olive oil emulsifiers are highly desirable cosmetic raw materials.
Acidity regulators and stabilizers are substances added to food to change or stabilize its acidity and pH factor, which ensures product safety by inhibiting bacterial growth. They also affect the enzymes in food, keeping it fresh for longer.
Phosphates are added to foods mainly to extend their shelf life, but also to bind water during thermal processing, which increases the final weight of the product. The addition of phosphates can also limit the growth of certain microorganisms and minimize the oxidation of fats and colors. In addition, they have an emulsifying and dispersing effect.
Vitamins are widely applied to produce food (including dietary supplements), pharmaceuticals, feedstuffs, and, also, as components of cosmetics. On the industrial scale, the majority of vitamins are produced using methods of chemical synthesis or through the extraction of natural substances.
The purpose of using supplemental enrichment is to prevent deficiencies of selected ingredients (or to correct them) in specific groups of the population or entire populations. Part of the food fortified due to its documented beneficial effects on the health of the population may be interchangeably referred to as functional food.
