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Oct 11, 2011 | 05:01 PM CDT

Patent Picks—Vitamin D3, Organosilicones, Polycarbonate Polyols, Silicone Gel, Arginine and More Related to Skin Feel

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 skin lightening.

Oct 05, 2011 | 01:40 PM CDT

Nanocrystal Liquid Identification

Ian Burgess
By: Katie Anderson (Schaefer), Cosmetics & Toiletr…

Watermark Ink (W-Ink) utilizes chemical and optical properties of nanostructured materials to distinguish liquids based on surface tension. The nanostructured material is called an inverse opal, which is a layered glass structure with an internal network of ordered, interconnected air pores.

Oct 04, 2011 | 03:49 PM CDT

Comparatively Speaking Compound vs. Composition

By: Anthony J. O'Lenick Jr., Siltech LLC

Here, industry expert Tony O'Lenick explains the difference between a compound and a composition, as understanding their differences can lead to better formulation.

Sep 28, 2011 | 09:02 AM CDT

Patent Picks—Hair Relaxer; Acmella Oleracea, Ficus Benghalensis; Non-allergic Propolis, Paper Mulberry and More Natural Actives

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 natural actives.

Sep 26, 2011 | 05:02 PM CDT

Scientists Identify DEET's Neuron Scrambling Ability in Insects

Scientists at the Rockefeller University have stumbled upon what they believe to be a better explanation of the ability of N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamid's (DEET) to repel insects from skin.

Sep 20, 2011 | 05:23 PM CDT

Comparatively Speaking: Keratinocyte vs. Corneocyte

By: Anthony J. O'Lenick Jr., Siltech LLC; and Kell…

Here, industry expert Tony O'Lenick asks Kelly Dobos to explain the difference between keratinocytes and corneocytes. Many skin care products target either keratinocytes or corneocytes; therefore, understanding their differences and the basic structure of human skin is important for formulators.

Sep 14, 2011 | 10:30 AM CDT

Patent Picks—Chia Seed Extract, Bayberry Extract; Retinoids, Adapalene, Coumarin and More for Skin Lightening

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 skin lightening.

Sep 01, 2011 | 09:58 AM CDT

Study Discovers Mechanism Behind Caffeine's Inhibition of UV-induced Cancer

Researchers at Rutgers have suggested that topical caffeine may help lower the risk of UV-induced skin cancer.