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Aug 07, 2012 | 03:30 PM CDT
Patent Picks—Digitally Guided Treatments, Restructuring Hair and More
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features technologies related to hair, including growth, styling, removal and coloring.
Jul 03, 2012 | 02:46 PM CDT
From Elastin to Elastic Fibers, Part I: The In vitro Effects of a Natural Dipeptide on the Biological Cascade
By: Philippe Mondon and Ada Andre - Sederma, Franc…
The peptide N-Acetyl-Tyr-Arg-Hexadecylester (NATAH) was found to stimulate the synthesis of tropoelastin in cultured human dermal fibroblasts as well as augment the activity of all important actors in the assembly of elastic fibers, including Fibrillin 1, Fibulin 5, Decorin, LOX and Transglutaminase, among others. This is shown here both in monolayer cell cultures and in a 3D skin model.
Jul 03, 2012 | 02:39 PM CDT
Formula Anatomy Deciphered—Foot Care
By: Luigi Rigano, PhD, Institute of Skin and Produ…
Many dermatological diseases such as athlete’s foot occur because the feet spend long spans of time in a warm, dark and humid environment. While there are several foot diseases related to diabetes, this column will focus on the development of foot care formulae designed for cosmetic treatments.
May 29, 2012 | 05:01 PM CDT
Research Reveals New Stratum Corneum Structure
Researchers in Sweden have described a new structure and function of the stratum corneum at a molecular level, providing for a deeper understanding of skin diseases as well as the potential for large scale delivery via the skin.
May 16, 2012 | 11:51 AM CDT
Chicory Oligofructosans for Barrier Recovery
Silab recently introduced a vitamin D-like active that is rich in oligofructosans from chicory root (Cichorium intybus) to activate the skin's signalling pathways related to repair.
May 11, 2012 | 03:58 PM CDT
Telomere-targeted Anti-aging
Ashland Specialty Ingredients introduced a biofunctional ingredient for anti-aging skin care applications based on hydrolyzed yeast and soy proteins, and designed to help preserve telomeres.
May 02, 2012 | 08:45 AM CDT
Patent Picks—Pumice Capillary Treatment, Protein-fixing Agents and More for Hair
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition highlights patents for hair styling and repair.
Mar 20, 2012 | 10:55 AM CDT
Researchers Show Antimicrobial Efficacy in Chitosan Nanoparticles for Wound Healing
Researchers at Fairleigh Dickinson University have found antimicrobial activity in chitosan nanoparticles (CNP) that may have application in wound healing.
Mar 07, 2012 | 09:59 AM CST
Increasing Cellular Communication for Skin Matrix Repair
In addition to discussing its pore minimizing blend PoreAway at In-Cosmetics in Barcelona, Mibelle Biochemistry will also debut an anti-aging active said to boost cell communication for skin matrix repair.
Feb 29, 2012 | 08:31 AM CST
Patent Picks—Acacia, Hyaluronan, Porous Keratin and More in Skin Care
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features technologies relevant to skin soothing, moisturizing and repair benefits.