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Merits were presented to entries receiving the highest score for a specific parameter in their given category. Congratulations to the following honorees.

Cosmetics & Toiletries Allēs Present Innovation Merits

In addition to the overall Cosmetics & Toiletries Allē Award winners, the following innovation merits were presented to entries receiving the highest score for a specific parameter in their given category.

This collection of prototype formulas includes ideas to soothe and protect sensitive and compromised skin.

Cosmetics & Toiletries Formulary: Sensitive Skin Care and Protection

Eighteen studies identified complications such as rash, irritation, immune system disorders, stratum corneum DNA damage and hormonal disruption.

Literature Review Connects Sunscreen Absorption with Potential Adverse Effects

Tomonobu Ezure, of Shiseido, presented a highly engaging video demonstrating how tension differs in skin, the causes of it, and its implications in skin sagging for a novel anti-aging approach. More specifically, he identified how fine hair fibers within the 'voids' of skin collagen 'rings' can remodel the surrounding collagen rings.

Delivering Efficacy, Well Aging and the Microbiome: Day 1 at IFSCC London 2022

Day one of IFSCC opened with a deep dive into delivering product efficacy; skin health/protection and well aging; the skin microbiome; and advances in hair science. Notably, there was standing room only for talks focused on skin aging and luminescence.

One company interestingly touts the benefits of arnica 'for its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and calming effects, post-tattooing.'

Inside Ingredients: Arnica Montana

Arnica has bloomed as an all-around remedy for various skin ailments, from inflammation and pain, to healing effects. Its presence is a vibrant addition to the skin care landscape. Read on to learn more.

The ingredient has been categorized as low-risk with functions including antioxidant and skin conditioner.

Sytheon's Bakuchiol Gains Approval in China

Sytenol A (INCI: Bakuchiol), a natural alternative to retinol, is the first bakuchiol approved for use in the Chinese marketplace.

SYMPARE MES: The perfect balance between product performance and naturality

SYMPARE MES: The perfect balance between product performance and naturality

Improve your sustainability profile with KLK OLEO’s SYMPARE Methyl Ester Sulphonates (MES) - a sulphate-free anionic surfactant naturally made from plant source for the personal care categories.

Bio Botanica Licorice Extract Skin Brightening Health Interview Sept 2022

[video] Licorice for Skin-brightening and Health Benefits

Licorice extract is nothing new but the demand for it from the Asian market has surged in recent years. In this video, sponsored by Bio-Botanica, Mark Sysler, SVP of sales for the company, explains why. Register now to watch; it's free.

Bayer, Beiersdorf Pay Out $2.3 M for Coppertone False Ad Suit

Coppertone sunscreen was flagged in 2021 for containing benzene, for which 12 lots of spray products were recalled. Now, Bayer Healthcare and Beiersdorf will pay $2.3 million in a class action suit alleging false advertising of the product's safety.

'By inhibiting the CYP-26 enzyme that degrades retinoic acid in our skin, it maintains a higher level of innate retinol in skin for the same effects. We 'stole' this idea from pharma,' said Zülli.

[video] Increasing Innate Retinoic Acid for Anti-aging, Clarifying Effects

Retinol’s benefits for skin are well-known but so are its drawbacks. Alternatively, NovoRetin was developed to increase skin’s innate retinoic acid. Fred Zülli, Ph.D., of Mibelle AG Biochemistry, explains, in this free sponsored video. Register to watch.

A blend of natural extracts and ingredients works with the silver to remove debris, diminishing the appearance of pores and helping to energize and purify the skin. Hear more from BeautyStat Founder, Rob Robinson, during Beauty Accelerate.

BeautyStat Debuts Silver-powered Microbiome Purifying Radiance Mask

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Three Unique Anti-Aging Actives from Ichimaru Pharcos

ICHIMARU PHARCOS has developed unique approaches such as "proliferation of adipocytes", "smiling face" and "baby collagen". Here are three natural plant-based active ingredients we recommend for new anti-aging cosmetics.

The experiments demonstrated the CS–CA axis is an important mediator and could be a therapeutic target for hair growth.

Research Identifies Citrate Synthase/Citric Acid Axis as Hair Growth Target

A paper published in the Journal of Dermatology reveals that disrupted citric acid metabolism can inhibit hair growth.

The Scalp and Hair DK Essence and Power Eyelash Serum are infused with medical-grade QuSome, which improves the efficacy of active ingredients by penetrating the depths of the skin and precisely delivering them to the source of the skin’s problems.

Dr. Keller Rolls Out Power Eyelash Serum and Scalp and Hair DK Essence

Both products are infused with medical-grade QuSome, which improves the efficacy of active ingredients by penetrating the depths of the skin and precisely delivering them to the source of the skin’s problems, according to the company.