Read the Label: Nair Silky Sensations Hair Remover

May 31st, 2013

Ni'Kita Wilson, Cosmetech Labs

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It appears there has not been much innovation in depilatory technology, since this product follows the same basic formulation that has been used for years. The potassium thioglycolate in combination with calcium hydroxide react to break down the disulfide bonds in hair, allowing for easy removal with wiping or rinsing.

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Results showed the stratum corneum was significantly softer after four weeks of continuous pure retinol use, compared with baseline.

Shiseido Uncovers Skin Softening Anti-wrinkle Mechanism of Pure Retinol

Skin softening prevents the progression of wrinkles from the surface of the skin to its deeper layers, according to Shiseido research.

*depiction only; not the actual technology

L'Oréal Patents Biomarker/Aging Correlation for Personalized Skin Care

While correlations between biomarkers and clinical signs of aging have previously been described, this approach takes it a step further — to generate personalized skin care recommendations.

V/WA™, discover Alteromonas lipotrueae

V/WA™, discover Alteromonas lipotrueae

Discover V/WA™ a fully vertically integrated active ingredient from a new identified Alteromonas strain: Alteromonas lipotrueae.

The Inkey List has launched a Tripeptide Plumping Lip Balm that reportedly delivers fuller lips with active skin care ingredients.

The Inkey List Enters Lip Balm Category with Tripeptide Plumping Formulation

Key ingredients include a collagen-boosting 6% tripeptide complex and 6% of BASF's hyaluronic-acid-delivering Ultra Filling Spheres.

The ingredient incorporates a green hue that, according to the company, absorbs without a trace, leaving a radiant glow. The formula is fragrance free and jelly-like in texture.

Cocokind Releases Sensitive Skin Friendly Chlorophyll Discoloration Serum

The ingredient incorporates a green hue that, according to the company, absorbs without a trace, leaving a radiant glow. The formula is fragrance free and jelly-like in texture.

Forget The Filler Perfecting Cream's plumping and smoothing benefits also create a priming base for makeup, subtly blurring texture and extending the wear of complexion products.

Lawless Beauty Enters Skin Care Category

Forget The Filler Skin-Plumping Line-Smoothing Perfecting Cream is said to be a deep treatment and priming moisturizer, clinically proven to plump, smooth and perfect the look of skin.

When used in skin creams, AA2G delivers healthier and younger looking skin by activating properties of natural enzymes in the skin.

Hayashibara Highlights Pullulan, Lissenare Saccharides and AA2G Vitamin C

Hayashibara features its cosmetic-grade pullulan polysaccharide, Lissenare saccharide and AA2G stabilized vitamin C derivative for applications in several cosmetics and personal care product categories.

The products are free from parabens, phthalates, sulfates, cyclic silicones and more than 100 other ingredients.

Proactiv Debuts Clean 3-Step Routine for Sensitive Skin

What does this mean for formulators? '[It provides] high efficacy, high levels of purity and a product that you can integrate into aqueous formulations.' Read on for more.

Cambrium Reveals Ex vivo Efficacy of NovaColl, Shares Future Outlook on Material Design

“Our molecular design technology enables us to achieve unprecedented material performance. ... We are very pleased that this data supports the unique ‘protect, maintain and enhance’ claim for NovaColl."

The serum is a superconcentrate that neutralizes the action of free radicals and simulates the skin’s main natural antioxidant mechanism, per the company.

Natura Launches Chronos Intensive Antioxidant Serum for Anti-aging

The serum is a superconcentrate that neutralizes the action of free radicals and simulates the skin’s main natural antioxidant mechanism, per the company.

The crease-proof concealer also features TULA's S6Pro Complex, a U.S patent pending super six blend of prebiotics and probiotic extracts to help soothe skin, improve skin smoothness and maintain skin balance.

Tula Debuts Radiant Skin Brightening Serum Concealer

It is infused with Rainbow Seabright Elixir which is a clinically-proven serum-like formula that conceals dark circles and discoloration for longwearing while brightening the appearance of skin over time.