The Journal of Applied Cosmetology appreciates the contribution of reviewers to maintaining the scientific quality and integrity of the journal. By accepting an invitation to review, referees agree to treat the manuscript and all related material as confidential and to conduct their assessment objectively and constructively.
The Journal of Applied Cosmetology uses a double-blind peer-review process. The identities of authors and reviewers are concealed from each other throughout the review process.
Manuscripts that pass the initial editorial assessment are normally sent to at least two independent reviewers with appropriate expertise.
The Editor makes the final decision regarding publication, taking into account the reviewers’ reports and the overall scientific quality of the manuscript. Where reviewer recommendations substantially conflict, the Editor may seek an additional independent review.
Possible editorial so decisions include:
When revisions are requested, authors are normally asked to provide a revised manuscript together with a point-by-point response to the reviewers’ comments. The revised manuscript may be returned to the original reviewers or evaluated by the Editors.
The primary purpose of peer review is to provide the Editor with an independent expert assessment and to help authors improve the quality and clarity of their work.
Reviewers should assess manuscripts objectively, impartially and constructively. Comments should be clear and supported by appropriate scientific reasoning.
Reviewers should consider, where applicable:
Reviewers should identify any substantial errors, unsupported claims, methodological concerns or inconsistencies that may affect the validity or interpretation of the work.
Reviewers are not expected to rewrite manuscripts. Minor language or presentation issues may be identified where they affect clarity.
Reviewers may provide confidential comments to the Editor in addition to their comments to the authors.
Confidential comments should concern matters that are appropriate for communication to the Editor and should not contradict or substantially differ from the scientific assessment provided to the authors.
Any concerns relating to research ethics, suspected misconduct, plagiarism, undisclosed conflicts of interest or other matters affecting the integrity of the manuscript should be reported confidentially to the Editor.
The Journal of Applied Cosmetology follows a double-blind review process. Reviewers must not disclose their identity to the authors or contact authors directly about a manuscript under review.
Manuscripts, supplementary material and review reports must be treated as confidential documents. Reviewers must not share, copy, distribute, discuss or use unpublished information from a manuscript for their own research or other purposes.
Reviewers should not use or disclose the scientific content of a manuscript before its publication.
If a reviewer wishes to consult another qualified person during the review, they should first obtain permission from the Editor and ensure that the person agrees to maintain confidentiality. The Editor should be informed of the identity of any person who contributes to the review.
Reviewers are selected on the basis of their expertise and suitability for the manuscript.
A reviewer should decline an invitation if they:
Reviewers should disclose any potential competing interest to the Editor before accepting or completing a review.
If a reviewer believes that their objectivity may be compromised, they should decline the invitation.
Reviewers are normally asked to submit their report within 14 days of accepting an invitation.
If additional time is required, reviewers should inform the Editorial Office as soon as possible. If a reviewer is unable to complete the review within the requested timeframe, the Editor may assign the manuscript to another reviewer.
Reviewers should provide a recommendation to the Editor based on the scientific quality, originality, relevance and integrity of the manuscript.
The recommendation should be consistent with the comments provided in the review report. Reviewers should not recommend rejection solely because a manuscript could be improved through revision where the underlying research is scientifically sound.
The final decision regarding publication rests with the Editor.
Reviewers should promptly notify the Editor if they identify possible concerns relating to:
Reviewers should not investigate or contact the authors directly about such concerns. The matter should be communicated confidentially to the Editor.
The journal may acknowledge the contribution of reviewers in accordance with its policies and applicable confidentiality requirements.
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Dr. Leonardo Mayorga Garibaldi has been appointed as the new Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Applied Cosmetology, marking a new phase in the Journal’s scientific and international development.
