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Type: Article
Section: Testing
Literature/Data
Lauder Findings on Sirtuins, Stress and Eucalyptus
New findings highlight the importance of sirtuins in skin cell activity, how they relate to environmental signals and circadian rhythm, plus the antioxidant efficacy of eucalyptus.
Magazine
Brown Seaweed Ferment Propagates UV Damage Protection for Skin
To prevent and repair UV-induced skin damage, a sustainable ingredient was developed from
Sargassum vulgare
, a brown seaweed that naturally evolved phlorotannins to defend against UV damage.
Actives
Old Meets New: Facial Mapping and TCM to Reach Booming Markets
Several ingredient examples from Traditional Chinese Medicine folklore are now validated by modern science. This article explores their potential for the aspirational Chinese market and considers how techniques such as facial-mapping demonstrate their efficacy.
Event Coverage
Water Content, Nanoparticles and Skin Penetration in Brazil: Lindo Maravilhoso!
Water content, surfactants, thickeners, actives, nanoparticles and skin penetration were among the hot topics presented at the biennial XXI COLAMIQC congress of the Latin American and Iberian cosmetic chemists. Held May 14-16, 2013, in São Paulo, technical sessions were paired alongside the FCE Cosmetique exhibition and trade show for both the cosmetics and pharmaceuticals industries.
Event Coverage
Water Content, Nanoparticles and Skin Penetration in Brazil: Lindo Maravilhoso!
Water content, surfactants, thickeners, actives, nanoparticles and skin penetration were among the hot topics presented at the biennial XXI COLAMIQC congress of the Latin American and Iberian cosmetic chemists. Held May 14-16, 2013, in São Paulo, technical sessions were paired alongside the FCE Cosmetique exhibition and trade show for both the cosmetics and pharmaceuticals industries.
Hair Care
Silicone Stand-in: Lauryl/Myristyl Polyricinoleate Naturally Improves Perceived Hair Hydration
This article is focused on a nonionic, nature-friendly hair care ingredient: lauryl/myristyl polyricinoleate. Designed to impart a sense of hydration to hair, the material is shown to ease combing and provide a smooth after-feel in a manner surpassing benchmarks.
Efficacy
The New Stir in Anti-aging: Small-chain Algal Peptides to Regulate Sulfur
Sulfur regulators such as small chain peptides (SCPs) and sulfide donors are an untapped sector for cosmetic science. The present work explores a natural compound to up-regulate cellular sulfur, affect the cell cycle and reduce signs of aging.
Event Coverage
Stem Cells, Wellness and Claims Substantiation Take Center Stage at IFSCC Congress
The 2012 IFSCC Congress opened with a frenzy; the "African Frenzy" dancers, that is, and enlightened attendees over three days with 65+ presentations and more than 150 posters.
Anti-aging/Face
Microalgal Bio-retinoid: A Retinol Alternative to Gently Rewind Signs of Photoaging
This article compares the efficacy of a bio-retinoid from microalga with that of retinol and bakuchiol to reverse signs of photoaging in vitro. Its efficacy, safety and skin-soothing effects vs. retinol and bakuchiol are also explored in clinical trials.
Sun Care
Safer Solar Protection Part II, Going Beyond UV Defense
Recent research has focused on nature’s ways of protecting living organisms, from plankton and cyanobacteria to humans, from the sun. With the proper topical delivery systems, some of these biomechanisms may prove beneficial to consumers and marketers.
Methods/Tools
Into the Blue: Novel Test Reveals Blue Light Damage, Protection Strategies
The negative effects of visible or blue light on skin are not fully understood. This article describes a model to test for potential damage and screen for compounds to suppress it. Results confirm blue light induces cutaneous damage, and a 3-D strategy of UV filters, vitamins and plant extracts suppresses it.
Sun Care
Photostability Leads the Way: Formulating Safer Sunscreens
The need to prevent skin from UV damage is well-understood but the most effective way to achieve this is not. Here, a novel photostabilizer is presented in a test pump sunscreen spray formula as part of a total photoprotection strategy.
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