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Improving Hair Strength

This article describes hair structure and the results of tensile testing experiments on hair that had been treated with betaine. It postulates a possible theory for the improvement in hair strength.

Mintel Reports Contouring Trend is Making Waves in Color Cosmetics

New focus on sculpting is expected to inspire women to make additional purchases in the color cosmetics market; increased investment in the category can provide a surge in retail value sales, and contouring claim is beginning to expand beyond color cosmetics.

Using upcycled cucumbers, Isocumis is a moisturizing active that can also reduce eye puffiness and dark circles.

Biolie's Upcycled Cucumber, Isocumis, Depuffs and Moisturizes Under-eye Area

Biolie uses upcycled cucumbers to make Isocumis, a moisturizing active that can reduce under-eye puffiness and dark circles.

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Sytheon Patents Isosorbide Esters for Skin Diseases, Enters Derm Market

Sytheon has secured a patent for isosorbide esters to repair the epidermis and treat skin diseases caused by autoimmune imbalances. This marks its entry into the dermatology market through its sister company, Symbionyx.

FDA Clears Isoprenylcysteine Analog for Rosacea Treatment

A isoprenylcysteine (IPC) analog manufactured by biopharmaceutical company Signum Dermalogix Inc. (Dermalogix) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of rosacea.

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Bee Venom is Back in the Buzz

Bee venom is back, this time with data. According to a thesis from the University of Strathclyde, previous reports of its effects were anecdotal and incomplete. Now there's science backing it; especially in terms of safety.

UVA Skin Protection: Issues and New Developments

Photoinduced degradation and activity in chemical and mineral UV-absorbing actives results in a decrease in UVA protection during topical use, with a corresponding risk of skin pathologies in the user. New developments in UV absorbers are shown to maintain a stable, high level of UVA protection during use.

Topically-Applied Soy Isoflavones Increase Skin Thickness

The placebo-controlled study in humans has shown that soy isoflavones have a potent effect on the improvement of skin thickness in aged skin. The authors discuss the possible mechanisms of action.

Hair and Amino Acids

Amino acids are taken up by hair and assist in improving hair surface hydrophobicity, tensile strength and luster. This article discusses interactions between amino acids and hair.

New Hope for Hair

In this issue, Huang et al. present a new approach to measure deposition on hair by collecting and analyzing rinse water. Evans et al. explore the ability of glycolic acid to penetrate hair and change its internal properties, and Georgalas considers natural approaches to hair styling.

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Boldify's Hair Thickening Spray

The product is meant to add texture and volume to fine hair while providing UV protection.

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Bonus Hair Care Formulas

Click through to our digital edition for bonus hair care formulas including lauryl/myristyl polyricinoleate.

Straightening Revolutionizes Hair Styling

According to market researcher Diagonal Reports, strong consumer demand for hair management and control is transforming the global hair straightening market beyond recognition.

Advances in Hair Styling

All hair styling formulations start with a framework that is adjusted to obtain the correct viscosity, flow, etc. Auxiliary ingredients are then added to fine-tune the formula with respect to aesthetics, benefits and compliance. This excerpt from the May 2012 issue of Cosmetics & Toiletries presents a review of the components in hair styling products.

Grape Seed Hair Rinse

The following formula is a hair rinse that incorporates grape seed oil.

Mango Hair Stying Wax

This formula is a moisturizing styling wax enriched with mango butter and specialty silicones.

Hair Growth Prevention Cream

Greentech has assembled this formula to limit body hair growth.

The Moisture Range is said to provide instant nourishment and restore hair vitality.

GK Hair's Moisture Range

The range is infused with Juvexin, a keratin-protein blend. It also features plant extracts, and natural oils including jojoba oil, argan oil and seed oils.

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