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May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
Topical Formulations Conforming to the Structure of the Skin
By: Vladimir Vacata, Birgit Gertchen-Ohligschlager…
Biomolecules with physical properties similar to those of the permeability barrier--including the property of forming lamellar structures--offer an alternative to the potentially harmful emulsifiers in topical formulations.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
Cryptotanshinone for Treating Acne Vulgaris
By: Nae-Gyu Kang, Ji-Eun Park, Young-Sook Song, Ju…
Tests of stability and toxicity and clinical evaluation of anti-acne activity suggest that cryptotanshinone, a constituent of the roots of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge, is an effective active ingredient for acne vulgaris treatments.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
New Liposome Gels by Self Organization of Vesicles and Intelligent Polymers
By: K.H. Diec, T. Sokolowski, K.P. Wittern and J. …
A new technique for forming liposome of lamellar gels calls for the build up of a nanoarchitecture of lipsomes (lamellar phases) crosslinked with hydrophobically modified water-soluble polymers (self assembly of vesicles and polymers).
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
Topically-Applied Soy Isoflavones Increase Skin Thickness
By: Schmid, D ;Zülli, F
The placebo-controlled study in humans has shown that soy isoflavones have a potent effect on the improvement of skin thickness in aged skin. The authors discuss the possible mechanisms of action.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
Heat- and UV-Stable Cosmetic Enzymes from Deep Sea Bacteria
By: Claire mas-Chamberlin, Fracois Lamy, Philippe …
The use of protective enzymes in cosmetics has been resisted because of their well-known instability. However, we report here on heat- and UV-stable enzymes obtained from hydrothermal vents deep in the ocean.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
Recent Development in Gemini Surfactants
By: Milton J. Rosen, Surfactant Research Institute…
The unique properties of gemini surfactants continue to interest both academic and industrial chemists.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
New Laminin Peptide for Innovative Skin Care Cosmetics
By: E. Bauza, C. Dal Farra, F. Portolan and N. Dom…
A new oligo laminin peptide stimulates extracellular matrix biosynthesis and promotes cell adhesion, which is of great interest in tissue regeneration and the fight against aging.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
CTFA Preservative Challenge and Stability Testing Survey
By: The Cosmetic Toiletry and Fragrance Associatio…
CTFA conducted a survey in 1999 to determine the consistency of the industry's procedures for preservative and stability testing used by the cosmetic industry.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
Potassium Azeloul Diglycinate: A Multifunctional Skin Lightener
By: G. Maramaldi and M.A. Esposito, Sinerga Srl
Skin lightening and sebum normalization are among the useful cosmetic functions of potassium azeloyl diglycinate, a soluble derivative of azelaic acid.
May 06, 2003 | 02:00 AM CDT
Pigments as Photoprotectants
By: Jose Ginestar, Pierre-Fabre, Center for Resear…
This article gives an overview of two pigments (ZnO and TiO2), their use in photoprotection and their mechanism of action and ability to attenuate UV radiation. Finally, the organic pigments, the dominant members of a new family of photoprotectors are described.