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May 03, 2013 | 10:00 AM CDT
PASS Coalition and Congressman Sam Farr Press FDA for UV Filter Approval
The PASS Coalition expresses its gratitude to subcommittee ranking member Sam Farr (D-CA) for pressing the FDA about the approval of pending sunscreen ingredients but notes that some UV filters have been pending with the FDA for over a decade.
May 02, 2013 | 03:42 PM CDT
Literature Review—Terahertz Repair, Notch Signaling and Hydrangea
By: Rachel Grabenhofer, Cosmetics & Toiletries…
Following is a sampling of recent scientific literature as assembled by Rachel Grabenhofer, editor of Cosmetics & Toiletries, which was found to have potential impact on personal care.
May 02, 2013 | 03:23 PM CDT
Molecular Targets of Aging Processes
By: Charlene DeHaven, MD, Innovative Skincare
The purpose of this article is to discuss some key target molecules and receptors involved with aging mechanisms. As scientists learn more about the biochemical processes involved with aging, an increasing number of these loci are discovered that could be selected as targets for cosmeceutical ingredients with the final goal of an end-product with good anti-aging benefits.
May 02, 2013 | 01:37 PM CDT
Sun Care Use: Beach Survey
By: Dennis Lott , Florida Suncare Testing Inc.
In September 2012, 101 sun care product users were surveyed on the beach regarding what SPF and product form(s) they were using, among other questions. While 12.2% used SPFs of 15–29, a 58% majority used SPFs of 30–50. Lotions were the favored form, followed by sprays. This article reports the detailed findings from this survey.
May 02, 2013 | 01:17 PM CDT
Types of Skin Aging
By: Katerina Steventon, PhD, FaceWorkshops
The process of skin aging is complex and multifactorial, as structural, functional and aesthetic changes happen at a variable rate. It is misleading to consider skin aging as a uniform biological event; several distinct biological processes may occur concurrently. There are five types of skin aging, including: intrinsic, extrinsic, lifestyle, hormonal or catabolic.
May 01, 2013 | 09:33 AM CDT
Patent Picks—Soy, Vitamin D Stabilizer, Dispersion Technologies and More in Sun
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources and review recent patents and patent applications in cosmetics, personal care and peripheral markets. This edition features technologies related to sun protection and after-sun repair.
Apr 29, 2013 | 11:20 AM CDT
Prepare for Suppliers' Day—Print the Pocket Guide
Cosmetics & Toiletries has teamed up with the NYSCC Suppliers' Day Committee to develop the Pocket Guide, a handy exhibitor listing and map that can conveniently fit in your back pocket to serve as your guide at the show.
Apr 29, 2013 | 11:11 AM CDT
Unable to Attend Suppliers' Day? Follow Cosmetics & Toiletries on Facebook!
While Suppliers' Day is attended by both domestic and international suppliers and finished product manufacturers, those unable to attend can read updates from the event by following Cosmetics & Toiletries on Facebook.
Apr 29, 2013 | 10:44 AM CDT
Letter from the NYSCC Suppliers' Day Chair
By: Juliana Rumbaugh, 2013 NYSCC Suppliers' Day Ch…
Suppliers’ Day provides a unique venue to showcase technology designed for the cosmetic industry. From its humble beginnings as a local event, Suppliers’ Day has grown into a premier, international show, with hundreds of exhibitors and several thousand attendees from more than 40 countries.
Apr 29, 2013 | 10:36 AM CDT
Raw Material State of the Industry
By: Rachel Grabenhofer, Cosmetics & Toiletries…
In the past year, the industry has witnessed continued progress in the R&D of anti-aging and skin repair actives, texture and sensory effects, green and natural ingredient sources, and methodologies to substantiate claims. While these currently remain major areas of focus for today’s personal care product developers, several emerging trends are worth noting. Following are the editor’s choice of top five areas to watch in 2013.