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Dec 30, 2009 | 02:24 PM CST
Nutritional Supplements to Treat Skin and Hair Aging: A Review of Current Information
By: Helena Karajiannis, PhD, Dr. Helena Karajianni…
New research regarding the relationship between diet and skin and hair health has led to nutritional supplements developed for dermocosmetic and/or dermatological applications. However, obvious uncertainties exist in regard to the cosmetic capabilities of such preparations. This review provides an overview of existing data to examine the potential for nutritionals to treat skin and hair aging.
Aug 28, 2009 | 03:13 PM CDT
Cellulite: Evolving Technologies to Fight the 'Orange Peel' Battle
By: Karl Lintner, PhD, Sederma SAS
This article focuses on the structure of cellulite and examines materials that claim to affect its appearance via mechanisms such as lipolysis, lipogenesis, water drainage, tissue repair and the firming of skin.
Jun 30, 2009 | 11:39 AM CDT
Leucojum aestivum Bulb Extract for Antiaging Benefits
By: Liki von Oppen-Bezalel, PhD, IBR Ltd.
Dormant Leucojum aestivum bulb extract is shown by the author to provide antiaging benefits including: slowing the proliferation of melanocytes and keratinocytes potentially to reduce age spots and slow cellular aging; reducing wrinkle formation by inhibiting muscle cell contractions; and increasing SOD expression in the skin to boost its natural defenses.
May 29, 2009 | 01:20 PM CDT
ECM-derived Tetrapeptide to Counterbalance ECM Degeneration
By: Mike Farwick, Ursula Maczkiewitz, Peter Lersch…
Degradation of dermal and epidermal proteins and the reduced proliferation of collagen and hyaluronic acid in the dermis occur during aging. Thus, antiaging technologies must to correct these deficiencies to induce skin regeneration and combat the signs of aging. Data presented here demonstrates that ECM-derived tetrapeptides have the potential to counterbalance ECM degeneration.
May 04, 2009 | 04:13 PM CDT
Slowing Intrinsic and Extrinsic Aging: A Dual Approach
By: Liki von Oppen-Bezalel, IBR Ltd.
In this dual approach to antiaging, intrinsic factors are first addressed by slowing cell proliferation in skin via a technology based on dormins—in this case, extracts from dormant Narcissus tazetta bulb. Then, to protect against extrinsic aging, colorless carotenoids are employed to absorb UV radiation and prevent oxidative stress damage.
Mar 31, 2009 | 04:45 PM CDT
A Medicinal Plant Blend for Soothing and Anti-inflammatory Effects
By: Jongsung Lee, Eunsun Jung, Kwangseon Jung and …
The use of steroids to treat atopic dermatitis (AD) often causes side effects; thus, the authors present a blend of plant-derived materials designed as an alternative treatment or an adjuvant therapeutic agent. Through in vitro and in vivo evaluations, the blend is shown to provide effective anti-inflammatory and AD-mitigating effects.
Feb 26, 2009 | 01:56 PM CST
Fragrance with Antiaging Benefits
By: Benoit Auffray, Robertet
Fragrances are blends of synthetic chemicals, essential oils and solvent extracts, known as absolutes. Recent research has evaluated the effects of these natural aromatic products, revealing they can impact processes in skin. Here, the author describes how a fragrance with specially selected naturals can provide a pleasant scent as well as impart cosmetic activity.
Feb 26, 2009 | 11:52 AM CST
Lightening, Boosting and Protecting with Colorless Carotenoids
By: Liki von Oppen-Bezelel, IBR Ltd.
Phytoene and phytofluene (P&P) are carotenoids that are precursors in the biosynthetic pathway of other carotenoids. These materials occur naturally in microorganisms, algae and other plants and exhibit benefits for skin care including skin lightening, anti-inflammatory activity and protection against UV and oxidative damage, as is shown here.
Feb 19, 2009 | 05:01 PM CST
Eye Area Problems: Puffiness, Bags, Dark Cicles and Crowsfeet
By: C Oresago, M Dickens and A Znaiden, Avon Produ…
To develop active treatment products that address eye area problems, i.e., puffiness, bags, dark circles and crowsfeet, the cosmetic chemist must better understand the biology of the eye area, the effects of aging and chronic sun exposure and how to select ingredient that will provide stuitable benefit.
Jan 30, 2009 | 10:37 AM CST
Foundation for Elderly Women: Development and Neurological Implications
By: Yukari Sakazaki, Chiaki Asami and Kazuhiro Nis…
In the present report, the authors developed a foundation specifically tailored to the needs and preferences of elderly women and, through scientific measurement, confirmed that wearing the right makeup leads to brain activation. Studies validated that among elderly women, satisfaction with self-appearance could contribute to higher self-confidence, improved outlook and resistance to neurological ailments.