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Sep 04, 2012 | 11:52 AM CDT
Compass—Ties That Bind
By: Rachel Grabenhofer
Binding is not a new phenomenon, but interest in it continues for improved ingredient delivery and efficacy.
Sep 04, 2012 | 11:36 AM CDT
From Elastin to Elastic Fibers, Part II: The Clinical Effects of a Natural Dipeptide on the Biological Cascade
By: Philippe Mondon, Sebastian Fache and Emmanuel …
The peptide N-Acetyl-Tyr-Arg-Hexadecylester (NATAH), found in Part I to stimulate the production of elastic fibers in vitro, was next tested in vivo for its capacity to improve skin elasticity parameters, using various biophysical and imaging techniques. Significant differences in facial ptosis and extensibility were observed in the 56-day, vehicle-controlled clinical study described here.
Sep 04, 2012 | 11:10 AM CDT
A Review of Skin Hypopigmentation and Contemporary Strategies to Achieve an Even Skin Tone
By: Cecilia Teran, Durant Scholz, Julie Cava, Kath…
Whether formulating for Asia, North America, Europe or Latin America, the cosmetic chemist will face one common demand in all these markets: an even skin tone. This article provides an overview of chemical and biological agents capable of causing hypopigmentation via interactions through different stages of the melanogenic pathway.
Aug 31, 2012 | 02:35 PM CDT
SkinMedica and Massachusetts General Partner for Pigmentation Treatment
SkinMedica has teamed up with Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) to screen and evaluate a library of roughly 40,000 natural extracts made available by the National Cancer Institute for potential applications in pigmentation.
Aug 28, 2012 | 04:38 PM CDT
International Brands See Success in Vietnamese Cosmetic Market
Vietnamese cosmetic market sales are estimated at US $150 million per year year with an annual sales increase of 30%.
Aug 28, 2012 | 04:34 PM CDT
Iranian and UAE Skin Care Markets Forecasted for Growth
Both markets are fueled by moisturizing and anti-aging skin care products and are expected to grow into 2015.
Aug 21, 2012 | 04:43 PM CDT
Anti-cellulite Active
Symrise treats cellulite from three different angles with its latest active launch.
Aug 07, 2012 | 09:46 AM CDT
Baobab Oil and Vegetable Glycerin Emollients
Natural Sourcing has added baobab oil and vegetable-derived glycerin to its ingredient offering.
Aug 06, 2012 | 02:33 PM CDT
Read the Label Online: Boscia Bright White Mask
By: Susan Raffy, Susan Raffy Consulting
The proliferation of “whitening,” “brightening,” “clarifying” and “evening” cosmetic products continues with the launch of Boscia’s Bright White Mask, a peel-off mask that “helps to visibly even skin tone and helps diminish the appearance of hyperpigmentation.” This column will review the ingredient listing for functionality and claims substantiation.
Jul 03, 2012 | 03:33 PM CDT
Exploring the Depths of Percutaneous Penetration
By: Elsa Jungman, Université Paris-Sud
The Perspectives in Percutaneous Penetration (PPP) conference recently was held at the Palais des Congrès de La Grande Motte. Following are some highlights most relevant to the cosmetics and personal care industry.