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New in Skin Care (page 12 of 115)
Jan 02, 2013 | 09:28 AM CST
Patent Picks—Selective Microbial Growth/Inhibition, Gentle Disinfectants, Improved Resistance and More
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
Chosen for their relevance to, or potential application in, cosmetics and personal care products, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features new technologies for preservation and antimicrobial benefits.
Dec 18, 2012 | 04:39 PM CST
New for SCC Annual Meeting: Optics, China Regulations and Hair Growth
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
The SCC Annual Meeting, held Dec. 6 and 7, 2012, in Manhattan, went off without a hitch after hurricane Sandy blasted the East Coast in late October. While the national office is still operating at less than 100%, many attendees reported feeling lucky they experienced minimal effects from the storm.
Dec 18, 2012 | 03:22 PM CST
MWSCC Discusses Private Label Growth and Awards Excellence
By: Katie Anderson
The agenda was chock-full at the November meeting of the Midwest chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (MWSCC). Not only did the event award excellence with the Stanley Allured Lifetime Service Award and the chapter's 2012 Cosmetic Science Scholarships, but it also hosted the installation of new officers and a presentation on the private label industry by Sudhakar Puvvada, VP of R&D for Vijon.
Dec 12, 2012 | 09:52 AM CST
Read the Label Online: Bliss Firm, Baby, Firm
By: Susan Raffy, Susan Raffy Consulting
The main claims for this serum are lifting and volumizing, which can be supported by the numerous cosmeceutical actives such as alpha and beta hydroxy acids, stem cell extracts, minerals and peptides. This column will review the ingredient listing for claims substantiation and functionality.
Dec 11, 2012 | 04:41 PM CST
Patent Picks—Indian Gooseberry, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cosmetic Stick and Peptides for Skin Care
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features patents related to anti-aging and moisturizing skin care compositions and benefits.
Dec 10, 2012 | 03:23 PM CST
TCM in Skin Whitening and Lightening: The Eternal Pursuit in East Asia
By: Huiliang Li, Jahwa Cosmetics
Statistics have shown that products with TCM claims account for a large share of the skin whitening product market—nearly 33% in 2011, which has risen year after year. This article reviews the historic application of TCM in whitening cosmetics. It is excerpted from its full content, which will appear in the February 2013 issue of Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine,
Dec 10, 2012 | 12:48 PM CST
Report Shows Skin Care Dominating Ayurvedic Cosmetics Market in India
Beauty brands in India have been working to create awareness about using the right skin care products and ayurvedic ingredients in recent years, according to Kuick Research.
Dec 07, 2012 | 03:15 PM CST
Rice Moisture Retention
Japanese skin care company Rice Force utilizes two different rice extracts in its latest lotion launch to retain moisture and keep skin balanced.
Dec 05, 2012 | 10:11 AM CST
Natural and Eco-friendly Plant Fiber Emulsifier
Berg + Schmidt has created a natural emulsifier and thickener based on fruit and cereal fibers.
Dec 04, 2012 | 02:46 PM CST
Communicating Anti-aging Skin Care Benefits to the Consumer: Part I
By: Katerina Steventon, PhD, FaceWorkshops; and St…
This dialogue, the first of a two-part series, is based on a presentation given by Katerina Steventon, PhD, at the Anti-Ageing Skin Care Conference on June 12, 2012, in London. It establishes a conversation with Steve Barton, a skin biologist, to discuss concerns and perceptions of British consumers related to skin care. Barton has extensive experience working with marketing teams to improve communication of skin care benefits to consumers, to initiate a dialogue between the consumer and the formulator.