February 2023

Economist and Harvard business professor Theodore Levitt differentiated creativity as “thinking up new things” and innovation as “doing new things.” It takes both for cosmetics R&D success, paired with the right timing. This edition of Cosmetics & Toiletries (C&T) is a special celebration of all of these, illuminated through the C&T Allē Awards spotlight. It is also an exploration of innovative approaches to care for skin conditions and provide elemental protection, as described in our features.

Cosmetics & Toiletries February 2023
February 2023
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Metagenomics analysis has revealed that dysbiosis of the skin microbiome underlies the development of acne. As such, a polylysine dendrimer was developed to modulate the skin microbiome and restore homeostasis as an anti-acne strategy.
Polylysine Dendrimer to Resolve Dysbiosis for Anti-acne Efficacy
Jan 31st, 2023
Reducing senescent cells shows strong tissue rejuvenation potential, which is proposed here as an approach to anti-aging cosmetics and whole body health.
Senolytics to Stop Zombie Cells and the SASP Aging Cycle
Jan 31st, 2023
Changing attitudes toward tanning, concerns over the ecological effects of sunscreens, and perceived safety issues have led consumers to alternative sun protection. Examples include self-tanners, sun protective clothing, antioxidants and DIY formulas, which are explored here.
Holistic Photo-protection for Changing Consumer Attitudes
Jan 31st, 2023
Scientific discipline, formulating skill, resourcefulness and creativity — these and other hallmarks of innovation in cosmetics R&D are brought into the spotlight through the Cosmetics & Toiletries Allē Awards.
Burt's Bees, Lauder and More Celebrate Beauty Innovation, 2022 C&T Allē Awards
Jan 30th, 2023
Rachel Grabenhofer, Cosmetics & Toiletries (upper, center) caught up with Neutrogena and Nourished team members at CES; participants included: Desiree Dowe (upper left), marketing director of future skin health, J&J; Paul LaTerra (lower left), director of the Dermocosmetics and Health Accelerator, J&J; Melissa Snover (lower center), CEO and founder, Nourished; and Logan McGill (upper right), global marketing director for Neutrogena, Clean & Clear and skin tech, J&J.
[video] Neutrogena, Nourished on 3D Printing for Holistic Skin Health
Jan 30th, 2023
Celebrate Beauty Innovation Scientists High Five
Editor’s Note: Beauty Innovation Celebration
Jan 27th, 2023
This month’s Expert Opinions addresses skin barrier protection, which is subject to interpretation.
Skin Barrier Protection: Replenishing Ceramides, Clinical Support, Diagnostics and Microbiome
Jan 27th, 2023
This article details the manufacturing, chemical properties and use of N-acetyl-D-glucosamine for skin benefits. The ingredient could be incorporated as a single multi-purpose ingredient to simplify consumers’ routines.
Ingredient Profile: N-Acetylglucosamine – From Building Block to Star Ingredient
Jan 27th, 2023
This article covers regulatory updates made between August and December 2022 in China, Hong Kong S.A.R., South Korea, Thailand and the Phillipines. Many focus on increased ingredient restrictions; most notably a ban on CBD products in Hong Kong S.A.R.
Asia-Pacific Regulatory Update: Online Supervision, Compliance, Ingredients, CBD Ban, Pre-market Approval and More
Jan 27th, 2023
The rating tests for sensory properties showed the formula containing the rice starch delivered a skin feel that was comparable to synthetic alternatives. It made a particularly strong contribution to “pleasant texture,” “distribution,” “gliding” and “powdery feel,” compared with the benchmarks.
Broken Rice Cracks the Sustainable Sensory Modifier Code
Dec 29th, 2022