NanoCosmetics

by Pensive Beauty®

“Transforming skincare innovation, brand by brand.”

Nanocosmetics

The Future of cosmetics is all about Nano & We Made It Easy

Nanocosmetics are transforming how skincare works. By using nanotechnology to shrink emulsion droplet size below 200 nm, formulas can deliver peptides, antioxidants, vitamins, and botanical actives deeper into the skin, faster and more effectively than traditional emulsions.

At Pensive Beauty®, we’re proud to be at the forefront of this movement. Our proprietary NanoBase™ platform is the foundation of advanced nanocosmetics, designed to help brands and formulators create high-performance products without months of trial and error. NanoBase™ is fully modular and can also be customized further with actives, botanicals & other natural scents. NanoBase is a ready to use cosmetic base, not a completed cosmetic formula.

NanoBase™: The Foundation of Nano Cosmetics

NanoBase™ Classic and NanoBase™ LUXE are ready-to-use phospholipid nanoemulsions. Each is fully modular, meaning you can build serums, gels, lotions, and creams simply by adding your chosen actives.

  • NanoBase™ Classic – Lightweight and fluid, perfect for serums, gels, and daily moisturizers.

  • NanoBase™ LUXE – Rich, cushiony, and ideal for creams, lotions, and night treatments.

Both versions average ~185 nm particle size and deliver actives up to 300% deeper compared to standard emulsions — giving formulators a true edge in developing next-generation nanocosmetics.

Why Choose NanoCosmetics?

  • Deeper Delivery – Actives penetrate layers that standard emulsions can’t reach.

  • Faster Results – Noticeable improvements in hydration, elasticity, and tone.

  • Stability – Preserves the potency of fragile peptides, antioxidants, and vitamins.

  • Versatility – Works across textures, from featherlight serums to indulgent creams.

  • Scalability – Ideal for indie startups and global brands alike.

Build a Nano Line in Weeks, Not Months

Because NanoBase™ is fully modular, brands have been able to launch entire nano-formulated product lines in just weeks. Whether you’re creating a single hero serum or a multi-step skincare system, NanoBase™ removes the barriers and delivers professional consistency every time.

Ready to Innovate with Nano Cosmetics?

Nano cosmetics are no longer just a concept in science journals — they’re here now, and they’re reshaping the beauty industry. With NanoBase™ Classic and NanoBase™ LUXE, you can join this wave of innovation and create products that truly stand apart.

👉 Contact us today to learn more about NanoBase™ and request samples for your formulations

“Compared with conventional emulsions, nanoemulsions generally show 2–3× higher skin penetration, improved stability of sensitive actives, and better bioavailability, when formulated and characterized correctly.” (Source Science Direct) 

1) Particle size & surface area

  • Nanoemulsions (typically <200 nm) have far greater interfacial surface area than macroemulsions, improving contact with the stratum corneum and diffusion of actives. Reviews consistently link this to better dermal delivery vs. conventional creams/gels.  (Source PMC)

2) Skin penetration & efficacy

  • Human/skin models show ~2–3× higher penetration from nanoemulsions vs. conventional emulsions (macroemulsions). A 2025 review reports ~2.8-fold increases in forearm skin studies. (Source ScienceDirect)

  • Broad literature agrees nano/microemulsions enhance skin delivery over conventional systems due to small droplet size, low interfacial tension, and surfactant-mediated barrier interactions. (Source PMC)

  • Pathways include intercellular diffusion, appendageal routes, and barrier modulation; multiple reviews map these mechanisms for lipid nanosystems.  (Source PMC)

3) What about liposomes?

  • Classic phospholipid liposomes often remain in the upper stratum corneum rather than penetrating deeply; benefits can be from local depot/occlusion rather than systemic penetration. (Source PMC)

  • Ultraflexible (deformable) liposomes can outperform rigid vesicles, showing enhanced drug penetration through human skin vs. non-flexible liposomes.  (Source Nature.com)

4) Stability & solubility of actives

  • Lipid nanosystems (nanoemulsions, SLNs/NLCs) improve solubility and stability of poorly soluble/oxidation-prone actives and can increase encapsulation efficiency.  (Source PMC)

  • Comparative work shows nanoemulsions can deliver better physical stability and desirable occlusive/TEWL effects vs. conventional emulsions, relevant to barrier repair.  (Source MDPI)

5) Bioavailability & clinical relevance

  • Reviews of nanoemulsions report enhanced bioavailability and therapeutic performance vs. conventional formulations in dermal applications, owing to droplet size, surfactant systems, and improved residence time.  (Source PMC)

6) Formulation & scalability notes

  • Optimized processes (emulsification energy, surfactant/co-surfactant selection) are key; lipid vesicle reviews offer practical guidelines for cost-effective skin delivery improvements.  (Source ScienceDirect)

7) Safety & regulatory landscape (use this language verbatim if you like)

  • In the U.S., FDA monitors the use of nanotechnology in cosmetics and has issued guidance for assessing nanomaterial safety in cosmetic products (non-binding but reflects current agency thinking).  Source FDA)

  • In the EU, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) issued updated Guidance on the Safety Assessment of Nanomaterials in Cosmetics (2023, 2nd revision), detailing characterization (size, dissolution, dispersion), exposure, and toxicology considerations—a key reference for EU marketability.  (Source European Commission)