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Oct 28, 2011 | 01:38 PM CDT
A Dermatological View—The Controversial Influence of Moisturizers on Skin Water Barrier
By: Howard I. Maibach, MD, University of Californi…
As is described here, moisturizers can influence the properties and structure of corneocytes by influencing the SC and consequently, the skin water barrier function. This hydrative influence of moisturizers could be beneficial as well as destructive toward skin barrier function.
Oct 05, 2011 | 11:58 AM CDT
Properties of Vegetal Oil-based Creams in Skin Care
By: Kedar Kumthekar and Jayashree Nagarkar, PhD, I…
Tocopherols and tocotrienols are the major constituents of almond oil, safflower oil and palm oil. They are necessary for the normal growth and metabolism of healthy skin. These oils were formulated in nourishing skin care products and massage creams as part of stable o/w emulsions and were found to have excellent storage stability, flow properties, spreadability and moisturizing properties.
Sep 08, 2011 | 03:19 PM CDT
Dry Skin: Moisturizing and Emolliency
By: Bernard Idson, PhD, College of Pharmacy, The U…
Youthful skin is perceived as moist (or at least nondry), clean soft and virtually free of wrinkles. As consumers advance in age, concern about dry skin increases, and simply washing with soap and water gives way to us of products designed to treat the symptom, which all end up bearing some version of a moisturizer.
Sep 01, 2011 | 01:34 PM CDT
Ingredient Profile—Ascorbic Acid
By: Michael J. Fevola, PhD, Johnson & Johnson
L-Ascorbic acid (AscA), more commonly referred to as vitamin C, is best known for its vital role in human health and nutrition, where it functions as a cofactor in enzymatic reactions, such as collagen synthesis, and as an antioxidant.
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Aug 31, 2011 | 12:06 PM CDT
Effects of Occlusion: Irritant and Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Occlusion bears both positive and negative effects on the health and integrity of skin. In the following excerpt, Hongbo Zhai, MD, and Howard Maibach, MD, introduce a discussion of the effects of occlusion on skin.
Aug 31, 2011 | 11:10 AM CDT
Patent Picks—Phosphate Derivatives, Comfort Soap Cleanser, Producting Hyaluronic Acid, Foamable Moisturization and More on Moisturization
By: Katie Anderson (Schaefer), Cosmetics & Toiletr…
Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition, chosen by Katie Anderson (Schaefer), associate editor of Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine, features patents related to moisturization and conditioning of hair and skin.
Aug 17, 2011 | 10:35 AM CDT
Naturally-derived O/W Emulsifier for Skin Care
Seppic has introduced a vegetable-derived, sustainable o/w emulsifier with a light skin feel.
Aug 02, 2011 | 03:31 PM CDT
Comparatively Speaking: Natural vs. Hydrogenated Butters
By: Anthony J. O'Lenick Jr., Siltech LLC; and Thom…
Industry expert Tony O'Lenick asks Thomas O'Lenick, PhD, to explain the difference between hydrogenated butters and naturally occurring butters.
Aug 01, 2011 | 01:34 PM CDT
Ingredient Profile—Glycerin
By: Michael J. Fevola, PhD, Johnson & Johnson
Glycerin is a unique and versatile chemical with numerous applications; to adequately cover all of the aspects of this compound in a short column would be impossible. Therefore, this column will highlight some key facts about glycerin, but interested readers are encouraged to pursue further, more comprehensive reading on the ingredient.
Jul 28, 2011 | 05:32 PM CDT
Lavender Emollient Butter
Zenitech has added an emollient butter to its Zenifresh line that can be used in hair, skin and sun care products.