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TCM Secrets for Skin Health: Horny Goat Weed to Subdue
C. acnes
Biofilm, Inflammation
Here, an extract of
Epimedium
, or horny goat weed, was tested in vitro for effects against
C. acnes
film formation and inflammatory mediators, for future blemish control applications.
Literature/Data
Green Emulsifiers and Nanoemulsion Stability, A Review
Formulating Basics
Label Challenge: Kristin Ess Hair, Scalp Purifying Micellar Shampoo
Latest
Formulating Basics
Label Challenge Answer: Redken's Color Extend Magnetics Sulfate-free Shampoo
Cosmetics & Toiletries
puts your formulating skills to the test with this weekly Label Challenge. Challenges are posted to social media on Monday, you respond in the comments, and we give the answers in our Friday newsletter.
Magazine
Bioferments in Beauty: Infusing Antioxidant and Microbiome Benefits into Skin
The current article reviews various types of bioferments and their reported benefits for skin and hair care, such as antioxidant and probiotic effects. It also demonstrates the antioxidant activity of one bioferment and provides select commercial examples
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WellSpa 360 Expo
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Formulating Basics
Label Challenge Answer: Comfort Zone's Sacred Nature Cleansing Balm
Cosmetics & Toiletries
puts your formulating skills to the test with this weekly Label Challenge. Challenges are posted to social media on Monday, you respond in the comments, and we give the answers in our Friday newsletter.
Formulating Basics
Formulating on Trend: AHA Deodorant
In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author describes how to formulate an AHA deodorant, to target odor-causing microbes, incorporating humectants, preservatives and more.
Literature/Data
Study Finds Sustainable Thermoresponsive Whey Protein- and Chitosan-based O/W Emulsion Possibilities
In this study, the biopolymers whey protein and chitosan were used to create a thermoresponsive emulsion. The impact on rheological properties with chitosan and specific oils, as well as response to temperature, were investigated.
Color Cosmetics
Label Challenge: Haus Laboratories' Glam Attack Liquid Shimmer Powder
Cosmetics & Toiletries
puts your formulating skills to the test with this weekly Label Challenge. Challenges are posted to social media on Monday, you respond in the comments, and we give the answers in our Friday newsletter.
Formulating Basics
Comparatively Speaking: Fatty Acid vs. Amino Acid
Terms like fatty acid, triglyceride, amino acid, hydroxy acid and the like can sometimes get blurred in common use. This installment of "Comparatively Speaking" aims to clarify them.
Formulating Basics
Formulating on Trend
In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author describes how to formulate products aligning with the K-beauty trend for "glass" skin, achieved by creating a soft-focus effect, and the use of freshwater thickeners, preservatives and more.
Formulating Basics
Read the Label: Clarins' Extra-Firming Lip and Contour Balm
This "Read the Label" discusses the Extra-Firming Lip and Contour Balm by Clarins. Key ingredients analyzed include microcrystalline wax, paraffin, shea butter, raspberry seed oil and more.
