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Bicosome Encapsulates Carotene and Antioxidants for IR/UV Protection
Jan 28, 2015
At in-cosmetics 2015 in Barcelona, Bicosome is launching a complex that boosts the skin's ability to protect against ultraviolet and infrared radiation.
Troy Corp. Launches IPBC-customized Broad-spectrum Preservatives
Jan 27, 2015
Troy Corp. created a series of customized broad-spectrum preservative blends for personal care applications.
Ashland Launches Fixative Polymer for Hairspray
Jan 26, 2015
Ashland introduced a hair fixative terpolymer for hairsprays with lasting hold, stiffness and humidity resistance.
Naolys Introduces Lilac for Hair Repair and Shine
Jan 21, 2015
Naolys is using lilac to repair and add shine to hair. Healthy Shine Lilac has a multifunctional effect on hair, acting on all three parts of the hair: the root, the scalp and the shaft.
Dow Corning Introduces Frizz Control for Water-based Formulations
Jan 21, 2015
At the 2014 Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) Annual Scientific Meeting and Technology Showcase, Dow Corning unveiled a frizz control solution for water-based hair care formulations.
Penford Develops Biobased Conditioning Polymer for Skin and Hair
Jan 14, 2015
Penford Products, a division of Penford Corp., introduced a biobased deposition and conditioning polymer for personal care.
Rahn Sources the Sea Floor for Natural Exfoliant
Jan 13, 2015
Rahn introduced a mechanical exfoliating agent derived from a sediment on the sea floor. Fossil Peeling Powder (INCI:Diatomaceous Earth) is a medium granulometry powder with good skin properties and compatibility.
Mibelle Launches Encapsulated Heptapeptide for Cellular Defense
Jan 7, 2015
Mibelle Biochemistry created a heptapeptide that helps the skin protect itself from oxidative stress at the cellular level.
Formulating On Trend: The Melting Effect
Jan 6, 2015
Cosmetics & Toiletries is excited to once again add Ni'Kita Wilson to its lineup with the new column, "Formulating On Trend." She previously authored the "Read the Label" column. In her new focus, Wilson will identify hot cosmetic trends and address how the formulator can utilize novel technologies to create these popular effects.
Evonik Launches Eco-friendly Hair Conditioning Agent
Dec 17, 2014
Evonik has launched a hair conditioning agent with an improved sustainability profile.
Lasting Hair Conditioning via In situ Controlled Flocculation
Dec 9, 2014
A new cationic homopolymer-based technology was designed to provide long-lasting conditioning to damaged hair without product buildup. Its mechanism, in situ controlled flocculation, is described here, and its capability to restore hydrophobicity to damaged hair is shown. Techniques are detailed for measuring silicone deposition, conditioning performance, hydrophobicity and buildup on hair.
Silab Sources Calendula for Epigenetic Anti-aging
Nov 25, 2014
Silab has debuted an anti-aging active that reduces modification of the epigenome with time to allow cutaneous cells to better respond to stress and live longer.
Moringa Leaf Phytochemicals for Skin Benefits
Nov 20, 2014
This paper describes the development of a stable moringa plant concentrate comprising the extraction and identification of stable actives, via plant metabolites, and the correlation of activity through a variety of in vitro models. The resulting concentrate demonstrated direct and indirect antioxidant benefits and inhibitory action against inflammation and UV-induced MMP-1.
Problems with Skin Protectants Part 2, Theory and Perfluoropolyether Insights
Nov 20, 2014
Problems with skin protectants include unsatisfactory performance, poor prospects for improvement, and the lack of evaluation methods. Such problems were introduced in part 1 of this series. Here, theoretical aspects of skin protection and insights from perfluoropolyethers are discussed; concepts to push protectants to new efficacies will be covered in the final article of this series.
Caviar Lime AHAs for Novel TRPV3 Action and Exfoliating Benefits
Nov 19, 2014
Caviar lime fruit extract is identified in this article as a source of natural AHAs capable of stimulating TRPV3 channel expression and activity for gentle exfoliation of the skin. Clinical evidence of effectiveness is presented.
Delivering Skin Moisturization from a Surfactant Cleanser
Nov 19, 2014
The instrumental and sensorial studies described here assess the ability of a test moisturizing product, at 1% in a surfactant system, to physically improve skin moisturization and structural condition, as well as provide a consumer-perceivable sensorial benefit. Changes in skin protein content, visible skin dryness, trans-epidermal water loss, corneometry and sensorial characteristics were measured and analyzed.
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Multifunctional Cosmetic Ingredients as Antimicrobials
Nov 19, 2014
Today's formulator is busy, and their task of creating innovative formulations is boosted by new multifunctional ingredients. The concept of delivering two highly desired benefits for personal care in one product is one of great appeal to formulators globally.
Amyris Unveils Hemisqualane Emollient as Second Personal Care Launch
Nov 18, 2014
Amyris Inc. unveiled its second ingredient for the personal care market, an expansion of its Neossance Squalane product
Naturex Brightens Skin With Natural AHAs
Nov 18, 2014
At in-cosmetics Asia, Naturex debuted its new line of natural alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) for the skin as part of its Natural Radiance collection of synergistic brightening ingredients.
A Brief Review of Polymer/Surfactant Interaction
Feb 1, 2004
In this article, the significance of parameters such as correlation length (blob size), micelle structure, comicellization, polymer adsorption conformation and coacervate structure are introduced with relevance to the conceptual appreciation of polymer-surfactant interactions and its bearing on recent advances in conditioning shampoos.