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- 1Comparatively Speaking: Pathways to Rancidity (and How to Avoid Them)
- 2Firing Up the Cannabinoid Cosmetics Debate at SCC Annual
- 3Concerning Ingredients: Contact Dermatitis and Cosmetics, Part II
- 4Comparatively Speaking: Humectants vs. Emollients vs. Occlusive Agents
- 5Polar vs. Nonpolar Oils
- 6Comparatively Speaking: Fatty Alcohols vs. Fatty Acids vs. Esters
- 7Literature Review: Damage, Growth and Conditioning in Hair
- 8Kao's Sprayable Skin Offers Next-gen Cosmetic Innovation
- 9Comparatively Speaking: Protein vs. Peptide vs. Oligopeptide
- 10Comparatively Speaking: Isotactic vs. Syndiotactic vs. Atactic in Polymers
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The Skin Microbiome: A New 'Organ' and How to Leverage It
Jun 6, 2018
We know the skin microbiome exists, but can the industry leverage it? Is recent interest short-lived? And are consumers ready for it? Magali Moreau, Ph.D., associate principal scientist at L'Oréal, had some answers during the Microbiome Symposium.
Comparatively Speaking: PPG vs. PEG
Jun 1, 2018 | Anthony J. O'Lenick, Jr.
The chemistry of PEG, PPG or combinations thereof have an impact on the functional properties of formulas. Knowledge of these materials will help the chemist understand both the effects of reacting these materials on fatty alcohols as well as the performance of emulsifiers and wetting agents.
Rubbing Shoulders with Massage for Improved Penetration
Jun 1, 2018 | Becky S. Li and Howard I. Maibach, M.D., University of California, San Francisco
Rubbing is a common application method for topical products, though evidence of its efficacy remains scarce. The present article reviews research in support of this application theory. It also identifies what investigation is still needed.
Binding Force: Natural Oxidized Keratin Internalizes Hair Repair
Jun 1, 2018 | A.D. Roddick-Lanzilotta, Ph.D., R.J. Kelly, Ph.D., G.H. Worth, Ph.D., and P.R. Sapsford, Ph.D., Keraplast Manufacturing Ltd., Canterbury, New Zealand
Bond multipliers have been developed to protect and repair hair. One in particular is a novel natural keratin alternative. Here, it is shown to retain fiber flexibility and protect and repair hair by binding intermediate filament proteins within the fiber.
Health and Hair: Making the Nutrition Connection
May 29, 2018 | Jennifer M. Marsh and Michael G. Davis, The Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
The links between skin and overall health are well-documented, but connections to hair health are less clear. Here, the authors delve a little deeper to determine truths and myths in this area—and to identify current gaps in the research.
Patent Pick: Fermented and Natural Blend Comforts AD Skin
May 29, 2018
Topical cosmetics to relieve atopic dermatitis (AD) should soothe skin and suppress pathogenic bacteria, among other functions. A new patent application from Truezyme Co., Ltd., describes a fermented and natural blend with multiple benefits for AD.
Gattefossé and Ambiotis Uncover Inflamm'aging Insights
May 21, 2018
Inflammation is a natural defense but when left unresolved, it can negatively impact the skin and contribute to aging. Gattefossé and Ambiotis teamed up to explore these mechanisms.
IID Brings Front-end Innovation to 'Derm-termined' Product Developers
May 17, 2018
The International Investigative Dermatology meeting is more than meets the eye—or skin. It's about future targets for innovative OTC/topical products. Just ask Rodan + Fields, Mary Kay, Estée Lauder and others.
Words from Wiechers: The Need for Fresh 'Blood'
May 16, 2018 | Tony O'Lenick, Jr., and the late Johann W. Wiechers, Ph.D.
In this edition of our Words from Wiechers series, the late author encourages the industry to bring outside ideas and people into the industry. While he wrote it in 2001, it remains relevant today.
Patent Pick: Denying Skin and Hair DNA Damage
May 14, 2018
Cornell University, the University of Louisville and Repairogen Corp. have focused on protein degradation to heal skin and hair DNA in a novel way. A new patent application explains.
Using Opposing Forces to Advance Wearables
May 3, 2018
A next-gen electronic skin has been developed that can detect opposing forces with new levels of sensitivity.
Safeguarding Squalene: Lemon Myrtle Antioxidant for Pollution Protection and Oleostasis
May 1, 2018 | Joan Attia-Vigneau Ph.D., Marty Shortt, Rachelle Seguin, Isabelle Lacasse and Estelle Loing, Ph.D., IFF/Lucas Meyer Cosmetics, Québec
Squalene becomes easily oxidized when exposed to pollution and UV radiation, which promotes skin inflammation, the production of poor-quality sebum, comedogenesis and wrinkling. Lemon myrtle leaf extract neutralizes squalene oxidation and can protect all ethnic skin types from environmentally induced oily skin, restoring oleostasis.
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