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Patent Pick: A Soft Spot for Dandruff Care

In anti-dandruff hair care, sensory cues often are second to deposition/performance. Apparently, however, P&G inventors have a soft spot for both, as this patent for improving the feel of anti-dandruff conditioners demonstrates.

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VIDEO: P&G Scientists on Claims Substantiation in Anti-dandruff Care

Head & Shoulders recruits an army to prove the benefits its brand delivers to consumers. Hear more in this video.

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Making DNA 'Dance': Chemical Oscillators to Choreograph Biological Functions

Chemical oscillation is at the very core of our circadian rhythm. It is also central to a new discovery from the University of Texas at Austin, and holds potential for molecular machines... possibly for advanced personal care.

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Researchers Map Genes Causing Dandruff, Other Skin Conditions

Researchers sequence a fungus to shed light on the ways to fight dandruff and other skin conditions.

Magnetism for Potential Delivery, Antioxidant Effects?

A recent study conducted at Harvard Medical School and the Wyss Institute of Biological Inspired Engineering induced magnetism in yeast cells, the implications of which suggest potential application in future delivery systems or potentially for antioxidant benefits.

P&G Presents 'Omics' Findings in Acne, Male Grooming, Dandruff and Anti-aging

During the World Congress of Dermatology, Procter & Gamble Beauty and Grooming is presenting new findings in acne, male grooming, dandruff and anti-aging based on a broader "omics"—i.e., genomics, proteomics and metabolomics, research tool.

Patent Picks— Foam Enhancement, Functionalized Polymers, Modified Sorbitan Siloxanes, Bacterial Cellulose Network and More for Cleansing

Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features technologies related to cleansing skin and hair.

Patent Picks—Edelweiss to Stop Graying, Mineral Anti-dandruff, Hold + Conditioning and More in Hair Care

Patent Picks are compiled by the editors from publicly available sources. This edition features inventions related to hair care and styling, including edelweiss to stop hair graying and even restore hair color; minerals to address dandruff; phenolic compound blends for hair shine and protection; block polymers to increase foam in hair products; inventions that combine hair styling and care; and more.

Nanotechnology-based formulas can improve the behavior release of ingredients and their skin penetration. Fullerene nanoparticles, in particular, are useful for ROS scavenging. This review summarizes recent trends in fullerene-containing skin care.

Fullerene Nanoparticles: Power Skin Penetration, Antioxidant Defense

Nanotechnology-based formulas can improve the behavior release of ingredients and their skin penetration. Fullerene nanoparticles, in particular, are useful for ROS scavenging. This review summarizes recent trends in fullerene-containing skin care.

Comparatively Speaking Compound vs. Composition

Here, industry expert Tony O'Lenick explains the difference between a compound and a composition, as understanding their differences can lead to better formulation.

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Comparatively Speaking: Chemical Compound vs. Chemical Complex Composition

Chemical compounds are easier to analyze, quantitate and evaluate in a formulation than chemical complex compositions. Tony O'Lenick explains why in this installment of "Comparatively Speaking."

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Comparatively Speaking: Compounds vs. Compositions

The difference between a compound and a composition has a dramatic effect upon the ability to formulate. The vast majority of raw materials used in formulations are not compounds, but rather complex mixtures called compositions.

Comparatively Speaking: Composition vs. Composition of Matter

Here, industry expert Tony O'Lenick explains the difference between a composition and composition of matter, as understanding their differences can aid the formulator when dealing with patent law.

Comparatively Speaking: Molecular Notation of Compounds vs. Compositions

In this look at representative chemical structures, Tony O'Lenick compares the structural notation of molecules present in sodium chloride with those present in sodium polymethacrylate.

Comparatively Speaking: Number of Molecules in Compounds vs. Compositions

In this basic look at representative chemical structures, Tony O'Lenick compares the number of molecules in sodium chloride with sodium polymethacrylate. Future features will discuss differences in their distribution as well as the accuracy of the structures themselves.

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Comparatively Speaking: A Commentary on 'Cleaning'

The recent "Comparatively Speaking" column on cleaning, sanitizing, disinfecting and sterilizing was well-received and generated a good amount of interest. One appropriate addition, described here, suggests that "cleaning" is more complicated than removing organic matter.

Comparatively Speaking: Commodity vs. Specialty Chemical

Industry expert Tony O'Lenick asks: What is the difference between a commodity and a specialty chemical?

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Healthy Aging vs. Anti-aging: Indole Informs Insights

Lifespan does not equal healthspan, and research from Emory University shows the two can exist independently. Indeed, a class of chemicals known as indoles improved the health of organisms during aging with minimal impact on lifespan. Could these insights impact cosmetics and skin care?

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