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Topical antimicrobial formulation matrix: UnileverRecent Research Landscape

Bacterial proliferation and skin dehydration during sanitization compromise product safety and user compliance. This lever integrates moisture-retaining agents with biocidal actives to maintain skin barrier integrity while ensuring disinfection.

What technical problems is Unilever addressing in Topical antimicrobial formulation matrix?

Surface microbial contamination

(10)evidences

Inadequate prevention of microbial growth on sensitive nasal and dermal tissues. Controlling these sites reduces infection risk and systemic spread.

Pathogen persistence on surfaces

(3)evidences

Standard disinfectants cause excessive dryness and barrier disruption during application. Mitigating this degradation maintains skin integrity while ensuring pathogen reduction.