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Feb 06, 2013 | 10:35 AM CST
Blue Agave Leaf Anti-wrinkle Active
Silab has launched an active from blue agave that fights wrinkles by promoting the synthesis of hyaluronic acid.
Feb 05, 2013 | 05:35 PM CST
Patent Picks—Anti-acne Sandalwood, Ultrasound Tissue Tightening, Berry Anti-inflammatory and More
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features patents related to skin repair, anti-aging, anti-inflammation and other benefits.
Feb 05, 2013 | 04:23 PM CST
BASF Partners with GIZ and Cargill for Sustainable Coconut Oil
BASF and Cargill have partnered with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH to develop a certified coconut oil supply chain to enhance sustainability and improve the livelihoods of 2,500 coconut growers in the Philippines.
Feb 05, 2013 | 03:28 PM CST
Innovation Key to Ingredient Trends in Beauty, Says Euromonitor
Innovation is key for ingredient manufacturers wishing to prosper in the future, states John Madden, global head of ingredients research at Euromonitor.
Feb 05, 2013 | 02:49 PM CST
Unilever Lowers Carbon Footprint of Aerosol Deo with Compressed Can
Unilever has introduced what it claims to be the first packaging reduction initiative in aerosol deodorants since they were invented in the 1960s. The company has developed a compressed can technology that utilizes 50% of the propellant needed for its predecessor can, effectively reducing the can size by half.
Feb 01, 2013 | 03:23 PM CST
Compass—Taking Action
By: Rachel Grabenhofer, Cosmetics & Toiletries mag…
There sure is a lot of activity around actives—from regulatory scrutiny over functional product claims, to ingredient research, development, optimization and efficacy testing.
Feb 01, 2013 | 02:58 PM CST
The Effect of Skin Metabolism on the Absorption of Chemicals
By: Alain Mavon, PhD, and Carine Jacques-Jamin, Ph…
Skin expresses enzymes that can metabolize endogenous molecules but little is known regarding how they impact the delivery of xenobiotics. This review of recent works shows that skin metabolism alters the dermal absorption of lipophilic compounds, which opens new areas of investigation regarding the safety and efficacy of topically applied cosmetics.
Feb 01, 2013 | 02:54 PM CST
Penetration of Cosmetics Into and Through the Stratum Corneum
By: Ada Polla, Alchimie Forever
The penetration routes of substances through the stratum corneum and how these transport pathways function are becoming better understood. Despite this progress, however, the penetration mechanisms of cosmetic formulations remain mysterious. This overview presents current knowledge on the various pathways of penetration, and suggests that even if cosmetic formulations penetrate no deeper than the surface, their efficacy may still be optimal.
Feb 01, 2013 | 02:43 PM CST
How the ‘Stuff’ in Formulations Impacts the Delivery of Actives
By: Steven Abbott, PhD, Steven Abbott TCNF Ltd. an…
Formulations contain many ingredients that are vital for some important function, such as providing stability. However, what does this “stuff” do in terms of helping or (usually) hindering the delivery of the all-important active? And how much of the active is actually available to deliver? A few simple questions and measurements, described here, can provide a wealth of insight.
Feb 01, 2013 | 02:38 PM CST
Development of a Novel, Soothing Tissue Incorporating Phase-change Materials
By: Jeffery R. Seidling; Scott W. Wenzel; Corey C…
Frequent and repetitive tissue use can lead to inflammation of the nasal area. While technologies were already marketed to help minimize and prevent further irritation, none had targeted the heat and redness associated with an already inflamed nose. This presented a market need but several formulating challenges. Described here are the steps taken to find a practical solution to these challenges.