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[podcast] The Sound and Scent of Efficacy

"While the consumer will think of ... feeling the softness of hair or smoothness of skin, our research has shown that none of our experiences is just unisensory. ...If we know that perception is multisensory, we start thinking about the role [of other senses]." Learn more from Charles Spence, Ph.D., in this seven-part podcast series, sponsored by Berjé.

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Anti-aging Effects of Massage and Electricity

Recent research reported in Health Sciences shows skin moisture, facial fat and wrinkle depth improvements by classic facial massage, and increased oxygen uptake by electrical stimulation.

Mechanisms of Tape Stripping and Protein Quantification

In this article, several methods to quantify the protein collected by tape stripping are described, including traditional gravimetric methods as well as novel colorimetric and visible spectroscopic techniques. Further, one colorimetric method is described to effectively determine the keratolytic efficacy of various materials in vivo, suggesting additional roles for this method.

Efficacy of Self-Tanners and Other Topics

Giacomoni reviews skin protection by the use of sunscreens, suntan, and antisun burn preparations. Until recently, the only strategy affording the protection of the skin against the harmful effects of solar radiation was to reduce the number of impinging photons with fabrics, umbrellas, hats, sunglasses or sunscreens.

Researchers from Newcastle University, the Wellcome Sanger Institute and Kings College London have discovered developmental origins of eczema and psoriasis, leading to possible treatment and new research possibilities for other inflammatory diseases.

Scientists Discover Origins of Eczema and Psoriasis

Research from Newcastle University, the Wellcome Sanger Institute and Kings College London has uncovered the developmental origins of eczema and psoriasis, leading to new possibilities for treatment and means to research other inflammatory conditions.

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Review and Modern Advances of Retinoids for Cosmetics

For skin cancer, skin aging and acne, retinoids have proven both preventive and therapeutic. Successful efforts toward more bioavailable vitamin A derivatives and retinoid formulations have increased their use for cosmetic benefits. Recent work to further optimize retinoids and reduce their side effects has yielded a new generation of promising molecules, described here.

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Testing the Fate (and Exposure) of Cosmetic Ingredients

Risk and exposure go hand-in-hand. So when researchers dared to publish a new method to assess the exposure and fate of cosmetic ingredients, we couldn't help but give them exposure, in this review.

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A Tale of Tattoos, Toxicology and Black Henna

Ingredient safety and skin reactions relate not only to companies producing the pigments and inks used for tattooing, but also skin care product manufacturers in general—after all, I apply sunscreen and moisturizer to my tattooed skin.

Emerging Technologies and the Future of Cosmetic Science

In this article, the authors look forward to what cosmetic science might be like in the future with what emerging technologies, radio frequency identification (RFID) tags and nanotechnology, may offer to the cosmetics industry.

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Caffeine and Excercise May Ward Off Skin Cancer

A coffee habit, coupled with regular exercise, may help prevent skin cancers better than either factor alone, new research suggests.

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[video] Architecture of Hair and Living-Dead Connection

During the TRI-Princeton 8th International Conference on Applied Hair Science, Crisan Popescu, Ph.D., of Kao, revealed some of the latest exciting areas of hair research stirring scientific interest. Learn more from our exclusive video interview.

Cosmogizmoceuticals: The Physics and Chemistry of Looking Better

This article presents skin optics and strategies to design cosmetics that more closely match normal human skin. Topics covered include the spectral reflectance of hemoglobin chromophores, spatial variations and color texture, and optical scattering and translucence. In addition, interference coatings are considered, as are examples of the interplay between home-use devices and agents that affect aging skin.

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Father of Green Chemistry Talks Sustainability and Innovation

“There is no desire to do the best green chemistry. We will do the best chemistry and it will happen to be green," said Paul Anastas, Ph.D., during the IFSCC Congress. He urged all attendees to take steps toward green chemistry.

Cosmogizmoceuticals: The Physics and Chemistry of Looking Better

This article presents skin optics and strategies to design cosmetics that more closely match normal human skin. Topics covered include the spectral reflectance of hemoglobin chromophores, spatial variations and color texture, and optical scattering and translucence. In addition, interference coatings are considered, as are examples of the interplay between home-use devices and agents that affect aging skin.

Stratum Corneum: The Role of Lipids and Ceramides

This paper reviews recent findings about the structure of the stratum corneum and the different models developed to better understand its function and behavior. The roles of intercellular lipids and ceramides as its key constituents are discussed.

A Review of Novel Cleansing and Conditioning Systems

Cleansing and conditioning are basic steps in a typical hair care routine, and efforts are continually under way to develop novel and improved systems for such functions—especially considering various consumer lifestyles and hair types. This brief review highlights a few recent advances in trending hair cleansing and conditioning systems.

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Editor's Note: Pursuit of Skin Health and Happiness

Concerns over skin health are on the rise. Here, we present solutions for healthy skin and scalp, including: oily/acneic and compromised skin care, a natural microbiome-focused deodorant, anti-hair loss scalp care, wellness beauty, dermocosmetics, etc.

The Beauty and Packaging Attitudes of Gen Alpha, Z and X Revealed: Exclusive Briefings Coming Soon

Packed with exclusive survey insights, these sessions will reveal what’s driving the future of beauty—from Gen Z to Gen X and even cosmetic packaging preferences.

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