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New Research Shows Impact of Curl Pattern on Hair Fractures

The researchers believe that the differences in fracture patterns are due to the difference in torsional stresses on the hair fiber.

Skinifying Oral Care: The Microbiome Science

Skinifying Oral Care: The Microbiome Science

Join BLIS Technologies to unpack the strain science behind microbiome-friendly oral care: how targeted antimicrobial peptides modulate the ecosystem rather than strip it, how to formulate with live probiotics in real-world formats, and how to map claims that keep cosmetic products compliant.

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Industry Insights: Q&A with Estée Lauder’s SVP of Global Clinical, Consumer Sciences on One-of-a-Kind Complexion Research

“A shade can be technically close to a person’s skin tone and still not look completely natural in every situation.”

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Combining Mild Cleansing and Lasting Hydration for Sensitive Scalp Care

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Beyond Masking: A New Focus on Scalp Odor Prevention

DEO: Aluminum salts free formulation challenges

DEO: Aluminum salts free formulation challenges

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AbbVie Unveils New Clinical and Real-World Dermatology Data at EADV 2026

DEO: Aluminum salts free formulation challenges

DEO: Aluminum salts free formulation challenges

Join Kalichem for a technical deep dive into the science driving innovation in aluminum salts-free deodorant formulations. This session will explore the role of biomimetic mineral actives, patented postbiotics, and olive oil-derived emulsifiers in addressing key formulation challenges, with a focus on performance, functionality, and skin compatibility.

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Peptides and Their Potential Within Longevity Skincare

Strategic combinations of peptides can influence multiple anti-aging pathways simultaneously, offering a multifunctional solution for well-aging.

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Faster, Better Healing: Galactomannans from Ceratonia siliqua as a Novel Solution for Wounded Skin

Tested on a wounded, vascularized and immunocompetent 3D skin model, galactomannans from Ceratonia siliqua act on the four biological events of the skin healing proliferation phase.

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Unlocking Nature: The Secrets of Effective Botanical Extracts

To identify high-performing extracts, it is essential to deeply analyze the phytochemical composition of botanicals and correlate these specific chemical profiles with their functional benefits in hair care.

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Estée Lauder Companies, University of Leeds Partner to Advance Complexion Shade Matching Tech

Company and university officials hope this research will help improve how complexion products and evaluated and developed for consumers.

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L’Oréal Groupe, NUS Academy for Healthy Longevity Announce Multi-Year Research Partnership

The partnership will combine L’Oréal’s expertise in skin and hair science with NUS Medicine’s leadership in geoscience and healthy longevity medicine.

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Second Peer-Reviewed Study Published on Skinome’s Water-Free Retinal

“We formulate retinal differently because retinal is difficult,” said Ulf Åkerström, vice president and chief innovation officer at Skinome.

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Scientists Patent Technology for Encapsulating Probiotics in Cosmetics

The encapsulation technology was granted patent protection by the Polish Patent Office with five more patents in progress.

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Brewing Up Biotech: Tea Catechins and Their Anti-Aging Impact

Tea catechins are gaining recognition in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries for their potential to mitigate photoaging, support skin homeostasis, and reduce hair loss.

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Spotlight on Pet Grooming: An Integrated Approach Towards Pet-Centric Products

Effective pet-centric product design requires an integrated approach that combines veterinary dermatology with "flow, friction, and foam" sciences.

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The Intercellular Matrix and Skin Nutrient Optimization

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SILAB focuses on the study of crops to strengthen its botanical supplies

In 2023, SILAB invested in an Agronomic Studies and Research Center, with the aim of studying certain crops to ensure even more the security, traceability and durability of its botanical supplies. Discover its main missions!