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Influence of pH on the Preservative Boosting Effect of Chelating Agents

A system based on phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin (euxyl® PE 9010) from Schülke & Mayr is described here to boost the efficacy of preservatives. To substantiate its efficacy, the effects of the system were checked at pH levels of both 7.0 and 5.0.

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Influence of pH on the Preservative Boosting Effect of Chelating Agents

A system based on phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin (euxyl® PE 9010) from Schülke & Mayr is described here to boost the efficacy of preservatives. To substantiate its efficacy, the effects of the system were checked at pH levels of both 7.0 and 5.0.

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New Jersey Bans the Sale of Out-of-State Cosmetics Tested on Animals

While the state had already banned animal testing for cosmetics where alternative methods exist, the law extends its reach to ban the sale of such cosmetics from outside of the state.

A Dermatological View: Tandem Irritants With Synergistic, Additive or Quenching Effects on the Skin

In this article the results of six published tandem irritation studies are evaluated; possible mechanisms and clinical ramifications, albeit complex, are discussed. The clinical relevance of tandem irritation among cosmetics users and in many occupational settings appears obvious and suggests the need for further studies clarifying its principles and mechanisms.

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Lost in Extraction: DNA Reveals the Impact of Filtering on Sand Daffodil Extract Traceability

The authentication and traceability of natural raw materials have been a recent focus in several industries. Here, four specific markers in materials derived from Pancratium maritimum, also known as sand daffodil or sea lily, are examined using DNA barcoding and metabarcoding. Results reveal the plant DNA, and therefore traceability, is largely degraded before entering cosmetic compositions.

A Dermatological View: Tandem Irritants With Synergistic, Additive or Quenching Effects on the Skin

In this article the results of six published tandem irritation studies are evaluated; possible mechanisms and clinical ramifications, albeit complex, are discussed. The clinical relevance of tandem irritation among cosmetics users and in many occupational settings appears obvious and suggests the need for further studies clarifying its principles and mechanisms.

Using Skin Models to Assess the Effects of a Skin Care Emulsion on Skin Barrier Function

This study utilizes a 3D skin model to investigate barrier repair after damage with SDS and application of a skin care emulsion; it also demonstrates the suitability of using 3D skin models to study barrier repair.

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L'Oréal Focuses on Custom Cosmetics, Wearables and Try-on Technologies

During the IFSCC Congress, Guive Balooch, Ph.D., of L’Oréal, presented on the effects technology will have not only on the chemists working in the lab, but on the beauty industry in general. His team is focused on: personalization, coaching and virtual try-ons.

Evaluating Shine on Hair

Marketing research studies have shown that shine is one of they key benefits that women expect from hair care products, particularly from shampoos and conditioners. This article defines shine in the context of hair care and discusses ways to measure it.

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Ones to Watch: Beth Gyurke

Our "Ones to Watch" series features up-and-comers in and around cosmetics R&D who have limited experience but unlimited potential. In this edition, meet Elizabeth (Beth) Gyurke, who is an associate research scientist in Amway's imaging and measurement lab.

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Ones to Watch: Hailey Kim

Our "Ones to Watch" series features up-and-comers in and around our industry who have limited experience but unlimited potential. Here, meet Hailey Kim, of Henkel Beauty Care Hair.

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Ones to Watch: John Jiménez

New innovators will help shape our industry’s future, so it’s like being given a crystal ball. In this new series, "Ones to Watch," Cosmetics & Toiletries features up-and-comers in and around our industry who have limited experience but unlimited potential. This month, meet Belcorp's John Jiménez.

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Excessive Sweat, Gone in One Swipe

There's a new topical solution for excessive sweat that could swipe away future embarrassment—and it's just been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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Ones to Watch: Shilpi Jain

Our "Ones to Watch" series features up-and-comers in and around our industry who have limited experience but unlimited potential. Here, meet Shilpi Jain, whose focus at Skinveda LLC is on topical skin whitening and pain relief, among other areas.

Ones to Watch: Hakan Sevinc

"Ones to Watch" is a series from Cosmetics & Toiletries featuring up-and-comers in and around our industry who have limited experience, but unlimited potential. This month meet Hakan Sevinc of B'iota Laboratories.

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Preclinical Testing Platform Launched on Skinobs.com

Skinobs.com offers its latest search platform, this one dedicated to preclinical testing. Here, researchers can identify services and information about the preclinical test methods their projects require; from general testing and claims support and testing implements.

Webinar Focused on Cell-based Assays

BD Biosciences is hosting a webinar dedicated to cell-based assays. Elizabeth Abraham, PhD, a research scientist at BD Biosciences, will discuss the applications for the company's BD PureCoat surfaces.

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When Water is Hard on Eczema

Hard water contains minerals that are tough on the skin, especially those predisposed toward atopic dermatitis. Recent research in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology looked into how hard water affects the skin barrier.

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