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Sep 14, 2010 | 12:55 PM CDT
MWSCC to Address Innovation at its Technical Symposium
The Midwest Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (MWSCC) has recognized the need for innovation in the personal care industry and recently announced that this would be the focus for its 2010 Technical Symposium.
Jul 30, 2010 | 02:38 PM CDT
Sonically Infusing Eye Products
By: Katie Schaefer, Cosmetics & Toiletries magazin…
Many mothers have taught their daughters to apply creams, lotions and serums on the eye area using a light dabbing motion. Studying this motion, Robb Akridge, PhD, developed a device to sonically infuse eye products into the skin.
Jul 27, 2010 | 11:03 AM CDT
Scientists Develop Graphene-based Nanosheets with Antibacterial Properties
Researchers from the Shanghai Institute of Applied Physics at the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed a graphene-based nanosheet paper with an inherent ability to fight disease-causing bacteria.
May 27, 2010 | 12:49 PM CDT
Formulating Ferulic Acid for Antioxidation
By: Katie Schaefer, C&T magazine
Joseph Laszlo, PhD, lead scientist for the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Biocatalytic Functionalization of Plant Lipids project, and his team have developed a process through which vegetable oil, in this case soybean oil, can be given antioxidant and UVA/UVB protective capabilities.
May 24, 2010 | 09:50 AM CDT
Researchers Develop 'Dendrimersomes' for Cosmetic Delivery
Researchers from several establishments under the leadership of the University of Pennsylvania have developed nano-assemblies of Janus dendrimers, termed dendrimersomes, for the delivery of cosmetics, drugs, proteins and more.
Apr 30, 2010 | 12:24 PM CDT
Unexpected Lessons in Dermatotoxicology: De minimis Magnesium++
By: Hongbo Zhai, MD, and Howard I. Maibach, MD, Un…
Traditional dermatotoxicologic investigations focus on dermatitis as well as potential systemic effects1 but rarely have they focused on trace ions. The following lesson opens new avenues of thought and investigation for intimate care product developers, since the trace ions described may dramatically impact the end product.
Apr 09, 2010 | 11:57 AM CDT
Blue Light Device Launched for Acne Treatment
TRIA Beauty has launched a blue light, anti-acne device that is part of its Tri Skin Clarifying System. The system comprises the blue light device, a cleanser and a treatment product, all designed to clear acne and prevent future breakouts.
Mar 22, 2010 | 10:20 AM CDT
Researchers Reverse the Age of Cells with Induced Stem Cells
A team of North American researchers have demonstrated a reversal of the developmental aging of normal human cells with induced pluripotent stem cells.
Jan 29, 2010 | 04:46 PM CST
Diet for Better Skin Health
By: Katie Schaefer, Cosmetics & Toiletries magazin…
Paula Simpson, executive director of Isocell North America, firmly believes in “feeding the skin from within.” As a nutritionist, Simpson has made a career of advising consumers to follow a healthy diet and supplement it with nutraceuticals; more recently, she became involved where nutraceuticals and cosmetics meet—in nutricosmetics.
Jan 21, 2010 | 04:02 PM CST
Strong, Self-healing Hydrogel Created for Tissue Engineering
Researchers from the University of Tokyo have created a strong, self-healing hydrogel with applications in tissue engineering and drug delivery. The material incorporates a binder made from long chains of polyethylene glycol, an ingredient commonly used in skin care.