Packaging and Stability

5 ECTS ( Lectures: 30 hours, Lab: 15 hours, Individual project: 15 hours )
Lecturers: 
Prof. Dr. S. Srčič
Asist. Prof. Dr. R. Roškar

Syllabus outline:
An introduction to cosmetic packaging
The packaging function: development and product shelf life
Regulatory aspect of cosmetic packaging
Specifications and quality
Paper based packaging materials
Glass based packaging materials
Plastics based packaging materials
Films, foils and laminations
Metal based packaging materials
The packaging line
Present and future trends
Chemical, physical and microbiological stability of cosmetics
Regulatory aspects of stability  testing of cosmetics