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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.

Feb 27, 2012 | 11:43 AM CST

Petrolatum Blends for More Natural Moisturization

At In-Cosmetics in Barcelona, Spain, Calumet Penreco LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Calumet Specialty Products Partners L.P., will debut its line of hybrid petrolatum products that combine the moisturization properties of petrolatum with natural moisturizing oils to offer formulators a more natural alternative to petrolatum alone.

Feb 16, 2012 | 09:38 AM CST

Peach Leaf Extract for Hormetic Action on Aging

Silab has created an active from peach tree leaves that slows the signs of aging by stimulating cells to repair and protect themselves.

Feb 01, 2012 | 09:38 AM CST

Avocado Anti-aging Active for Skin

Expanscience Laboratoires sourced avocado pulp to create an anti-aging, detoxifying and plumping active.

Jan 17, 2012 | 10:50 AM CST

Yeast-derived Barrier Repair Active

Silab has introduced an active derived from Torulaspora delbrueckii that is said to improve the barrier function of the epidermis.