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Jan 05, 2012 | 11:06 AM CST
Licorice Substances Found to Inhibit Oral Bacteria
Scientists have identified two substances in licorice that kill the oral bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease.
Jan 03, 2012 | 11:06 AM CST
Researchers Identify Antimicrobial Peptides in Odorous Frogs
Researchers from the Kunming Institute of Zoology and the Chinese Academy of Sciences have identified a number of antimicrobial peptides in odorous frogs.
Dec 02, 2011 | 02:57 PM CST
Human Skin and Ocular Flora: The Effect of Product Formulation, Part 1
By: Melanie George, PhD Avon Products Inc.
This first of two articles reviews transient and resident microbial populations of the human skin and how they alter with age, environment and exposure to antimicrobial agents. Considerations for the formulator of how cosmetic products may affect and be impacted by normal human flora also are provided.
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Nov 29, 2011 | 10:39 AM CST
Reducing Irritation and Increasing Efficacy in Acne Care With Dimethyl Isosorbide
Arlasolve DMI (INCI Name: Dimethyl Isosorbide), a methylated sorbitol derivative, was designed by Croda to help dissolve actives such as BPO in formulations and prevent re-agglomeration. This increases the efficacy of the active as well as reduces its irritation potential.
Oct 12, 2011 | 10:28 AM CDT
Deo Active Derived From Alpine Lichen
At In-Cosmetics Asia, Cosmetochem International AG will be launching a deodorant and antibacterial active derived from alpine lichen.
Oct 06, 2011 | 12:08 PM CDT
Researchers Disprove Resistance With Antibacterial Soap Use
A collaboration of researchers have reported that use of antibacterial soaps does not lead to antibiotic or antibacterial resistance.
Jun 30, 2011 | 11:22 AM CDT
Bakuchiol in the Management of Acne-affected Skin
By: Ratan K. Chaudhuri, PhD, Sytheon Ltd. and Fran…
Bakuchiol, a meroterpene of plant origin, is shown here to act against four major pathophysiologic features that cause acne, suggesting its use to complement and/or enhance the effectiveness of current anti-acne agents. In addition, the material is non-irritating, presents no photo- or hydrolytic- stability issues and is easy to use.
May 12, 2011 | 12:14 PM CDT
Dow Microbial Opens Application Center 'Down Under'
Dow Microbial Control announced the opening of its Customer Application Center in Melbourne, Australia, which will focus on developing microbial solutions specific to the Asia-Pacific region.
Apr 14, 2011 | 10:36 AM CDT
Black Pepper and Inga Alba for Scalp Health
Laboratoires Sérobiologiques, a division of Cognis France, has combined pepper extract and Inga Alba extract to address scalp health.
Jan 26, 2011 | 07:51 AM CST
Patent Picks—New Rodlike C.I. Pigment, Broad-spectrum Preservative; Sensory Activators and More
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
Chosen biweekly by Rachel Grabenhofer, editor of Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine, for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features a mix of recent patents and patent applications related to color, sensory, hair, skin, delivery and antimicrobial technologies.