Need Training?
Build a solid foundation in science, formulation and product development—find out more!
Most Popular in:
Research
New in Research (page 18 of 93)
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.
Sponsored Content
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.
Sponsored Content
Aug 24, 2011 | 09:56 AM CDT
Elicitation of Rice Tissue Culture to Maximize Skin Epigenetic Modulation
Meristem cells of Himalayan red rice were cultured and elicited to produce secondary metabolites. Through an in vitro assay, rejuvenation was shown at the epigenetic level of treated cells. An increased expression of dermatopontin in keratinocytes, besides being a novel finding, implies that ReGeniStem™ Red Rice may be able to firm the skin and improve the skin barrier function.
Aug 18, 2011 | 09:10 AM CDT
Kline Anticipates Growth for At-home Skin Devices
A report by Kline & Company estimates that at-home skin care devices garnered nearly US $1 billion in 2011 and anticipates that figure to grow in 2012. At-home Skin Care Devices 2011, finds the personal care market ripe for acne elimination, anti-aging and daily cleansing devices.
Aug 17, 2011 | 09:37 AM CDT
Patent Picks—Capsule Delivery Agents, Photoprotection, Staining Mitigation, Peptides, Substrates, Curl Retention, Hair Dye and More for Hair Care
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 hair treatment.
Aug 16, 2011 | 09:20 AM CDT
Researchers Find Cavity-causing Bacteria in Infants
Researchers at the University of Illinois have confirmed the presence of bacteria associated with early childhood caries (ECC) in infant saliva. The research, which was published in PLoS One in the article “Comparative analysis of salivary bacterial microbiome diversity in edentulous infants and their mothers or primary care givers using pyrosequencing” proposes the need for infant oral care.
Aug 09, 2011 | 11:51 AM CDT
Nanostructured Device Created to Identify Liquids
Researchers at Harvard’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) have developed a device that can identify an unknown liquid.
Aug 01, 2011 | 02:07 PM CDT
The Harvest of Marine-derived Cosmetic Ingredients: A Case Study of Pseudopterogorgia elisabethae
By: Nava Dayan, PhD, and Albert Babik, Lipo Chemic…
This paper reviews the knowledge and nature of the harvest practices for the octocoral Pseudopterogorgia elisabethae. P. elisabethae extract has been used for nearly two decades in cosmetics and preparations for skin benefits, and a review of the harvest provides product developers with an interesting case study of the harvest of a marine resource.
Aug 01, 2011 | 01:40 PM CDT
Formula Troubleshooting—From Lab Bench to Production
By: Peter Tsolis and L. Grotzinger
Led by column editor Peter Tsolis of The Estée Lauder Companies, this recently added column in the Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine lineup covers some of the more common formulation challenges and suggests solutions for novice formulators as well as seasoned experts.