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Jun 26, 2012 | 10:42 AM CDT
Natto Gum Skin Moisturizers From Fermented Soybeans
CP Kelco has introduced a line of biopolymers derived from fermented soybeans that offer moisturization benefits to skin care.
Jun 25, 2012 | 07:57 AM CDT
Greener Chemistry Leads the SCC Charge in Charleston
By: Rachel Grabenhofer, Cosmetics & Toiletries…
The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) Annual Scientific Seminar, held May 3–June 1, 2012, was led with a charge for sustainability and greener chemistry.
Jun 11, 2012 | 08:46 AM CDT
Argan Oil for Skin, Hair Protection
Arista Industries now offers argan oil with benefits for skin and hair care, including protection against premature aging, UV damage and environmental stresses. It is also a gentle moisturizer.
Jun 04, 2012 | 03:24 PM CDT
Narcissus Tazetta and Schizandra Chinensis to Regulate ‘Youth Gene Clusters’—An In vitro Analysis
By: R. Gopaul; D.G. Kern; H.E. Knaggs, PhD; and J.…
A blend of Narcissus tazetta bulb and Schizandra chinensis fruit extracts was developed for anti-aging benefits and tested for efficacy on a human skin equivalent. Results indicate it regulates the functions of youth gene clusters by increasing the activities found in younger skin and reducing the activities found in aging skin specific to structure, hydration, cellular proliferation and pigmentation.
Jun 04, 2012 | 02:12 PM CDT
Read the Label Online—Tom's of Maine Naturally Dry
By: Susan Raffy, Susan Raffy Consulting
“The first antiperspirant made entirely from ingredients from nature,” is a pretty strong claim for a product category that is well-established; but without comparing it to every other antiperspirant on the market, one cannot definitively say whether it is the “first” or not.
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May 29, 2012 | 05:35 PM CDT
Reducing Redness and Razor Burn in Shaving Applications
Internal research at TRI-K has enabled the identification of a unique botanical isolate, Hordeum Vulgare Seed Isolate, which has been incorporated into TRIglyphix™ Sense to reduce redness and razor burn in shaving applications.
May 29, 2012 | 03:20 PM CDT
Comparatively Speaking—Water vs. Oil vs. Fluoro vs. Silicone Extraction of Broccoli Fractions
By: Anthony J. O'Lenick Jr., Siltech LLC
Materials are extracted based on their solubility in different menstrua (solvents), and the spectral subtraction of solvents allows for the identification of groups present in the extracted materials. Given here is an example of how broccoli sprout fractions with four different FTIR spectra were derived using four different silicone polymer menstrua.
May 24, 2012 | 04:16 PM CDT
Purple Ginseng to Balance Skin
Crodarom has launched an ingredient based on purple ginseng root for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties to combat sebum and address skin and scalp imperfections.
May 21, 2012 | 03:33 PM CDT
Suppliers' Day: Building on Concepts
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
While this year's NY SCC Suppliers' Day overflowed with novel ingredient offerings—literally, into an entirely new section of the show floor. However, it seems that many suppliers were less focused on individual ingredient launches and more focused on entire portfolios to provide base formulation ranges, to act as partners, and in some cases, to support politically and socially responsible product development.
May 21, 2012 | 10:56 AM CDT
Nature-derived, Conditioning and Eco-friendly Launches
Evonik Personal Care has rolled out several new product offerings in both leave-on and rinse-off categories, including nature-derived solutions, easy-to-use conditioners and more.