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May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
D-Tagatose, a Novel Humectant and Sweetener for Toothpaste
By: Yongming Lu, Biospherics Inc.
D-tagatose is a full-bulk naturally occurring low-calorie sweetener. Recently, D-tagatose has been determined to be Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) as an excipient in drugs and for use in toothpaste, mouthwashes and other cosmetics. Consequently, D-ta
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
Measured Dermal Effect of Applying Retin-A
By: George Andrassy and Howard I. Maibach, Univers…
The research reported here focuses on the dermis because it is the site of the primary water retention molecule, hyaluronic acid (HA) in the skin.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
A Botanical Anti-Sagging/Firming Blend
By: Glen Gillis, Scott J. Norton, and Michael Bish…
The authors describe a proprietary blend of three standardized herbal extracts designed to assist in the alleviation of the visible signs of aging in human skin.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
Defending Against Photoaging: A New Perspective for Retinol
By: Axel Jentzsch, Harald Streicher, Valéri…
Based on the understanding that photoaging of the skin is a multifactorial process, with the major influence coming from UV rays, the author proposes a "three-line defense strategy."
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
Treatment of Photoaged Hands
By: Barbara A. Green, Brenda L. Edison and Yaling …
A hand cream containing a combination of alpha hydroxy acids and polyhydroxy acids has antiaging benefits on the hands.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
Multifunctionality: From "One in More" to "More in One"
By: Johann W. Wiechers, PhD, Cock Verboom, Vincent…
The authors explain the requirements for interactions of single components in mixtures in order to obtain multifunctional mixtures. These requirements include synergy and the need to excel in a single specific performance.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
An MPC Phospholipid Polymer with Skin Protection Benefits
By: Mamoru Tsuchida and Kunio Shimada, NOF Corpora…
A new phospholipid polymer has been developed for various applications, including cosmetics. In this report, the authors evaluate the polymer's ability to reduce several indicators of surfactant-irritated skin. They also demonstrate the polymer's potential for increasing the lasting time of perfumes.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
Developing a Refreshment Towel for Men
By: A Patel, M Thomas, D Elsbrock and T Long
This article describes the development of a refreshment towel intended to manage sweat and odor anywhere on the body. The design framework, substrate, refreshment formulation and packaging are discussed.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
Mentor Series—Self-Tanners: Formulating with Dihydroxyacetone
By: Ratan K. Chaudhuri and Christina Hwang, Rona/E…
This paper discusses the background behind the development of self-tanning products using DHA. Its structure, chemistry, self-tanning mechanism and formulation guidelines are also discussed.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
Algal Active Substances
By: Xavier Briand, SECMA
In recent years, ingredients from the sea have shown to be effective in cosmetic applications. In this article, the author explains how some of these ingredients can be used successfully in personal care formulations.