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IBN Engineers Hair Follicle Model for Development of Anti-hair loss Actives

The Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (IBN) has recently engineered a new hair follicle model that could help discover new drugs or active ingredients for hair regeneration.

IBN Engineers Hair Follicle Model for Development of Anti-hair loss Actives

The Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (IBN) has recently engineered a new hair follicle model that could help discover new drugs or active ingredients for hair regeneration.

Johann W. Wiechers, Ph.D.

Words from Wiechers: Is Cosmetic Science Really 'Bad'?

In this month's "Words from Wiechers" series, we learn about a metric to evaluate cosmetic science and related claims: The Baloney Detection Kit.

Singlet Quenching Proves Faster is Better for Photostability

The faster a photostabilizer works, the fewer opportunities for destructive chemical reactions. Here, the author describes a new photostabilizer, ethylhexyl methoxycrylene, which acts by quenching the singlet excited state of UV filters. The data shows how this material sets a new standard for the photostabilization of avobenzone, even in the presence of octyl methoxycinnamate.

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FDA Issues Draft Guidance for Topical Drugs

Contact dermatitis from topical drugs and human safety are the topics in a recently issued guidance document made available by the FDA. Comments are sought through May 8, 2020.

Johann W. Wiechers, Ph.D.

Words from Wiechers: How Scientific is Cosmetic Science?

Academic versus commercial science are explored in this installment of our "Words from Wiechers" series. Here, O'Lenick reflects on Wiechers's view of science, additionally highlighting his omission of the end user's experience.

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Here Comes the Sun Protection: ISO Test Methods

Our knowledge of the sun and its effects on skin has increased over the years, including the damaging effects of UVA and UVB light. Testing methods for UVA and UVB rays differ; the following is a review of the testing protocols of the European Union and United Kingdom. (Click through to the Digital Edition)

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Standardizing Safety: ISO Validation and Sun Protection Tests

In addition, methods under review pertaining to sun protection are discussed. The ISO sets proposed standards and test methods for nearly every industry; its validation process is described here.

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Reverse Labeling is the Best Consumer Magnet Yet

"The Inkey List" line of premium skin care by Be for Beauty turns product labeling on its head.

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Is it Toxic? EU Mandate, Part 10: Safety

For each cosmetic product placed on the EU market, a safety evaluation must be performed. This includes a review of the toxicological profile of its ingredients, with a particular focus on genotoxicity. This mandate is described here.

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Letter to the Editor: 'Anti-pollution is Marketing Hype'

Here we go again, questioning the "anti-pollution" trend. Is it real? Is it hype? This Letter to the Editor has some valid points to the latter. We're also hosting a free, two-part webinar to help sort through it all. You decide.

Dove Experiment Shows Beauty is Mind Over Matter

A social experiment conducted by Unilever brand Dove revealed that 80% of women feel anxious about the way they look. The study also highlighted how the right state of mind can unlock a feeling of beauty in women.

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Understanding Fragrance Allergy, Is Fragrance-free Always Necessary?

This article reviews studies to diagnose allergic contact dermatitis due to fragrance, including a patch test designed to measure such. Limitations of patch testing, the relevance of fragrance concentration in products, use testing of common consumer products, and dermatologist recommendations to manage fragrance contact allergy also are discussed.

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Data Confirms Symrise Deodorant Active is Microbiome-friendly

Symrise reports, in a first-of-its-kind study, the company's antiperspirant active was shown to be safe for the axillary microbiome.

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Skin Pigment Genetics is More Complex at the Equator

New research published in Cell presents genetic findings related to skin pigment diversity and complexity, further supporting the trend for customizable skin care.

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FDA Issues More Sanitizer Warnings, Posts Microbe-related Recalls

Sanitizer warning letters and "hotlist" additions, plus microbe-related recalls are among the latest cosmetic-relevant updates from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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LVMH Proves: Age Really is a State of Mind

During the IFSCC 2016 Congress, LVMH researcher Héloise Vergnaud presented her company's work on skin sagging and panelist reactions and emotional associations to it. Her results show how age really is a mindset.

ISO Equips Formulators to Identify Low-risk Cosmetic Products

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released an international standard that will assist the cosmetic industry in identifying those products that have a low potential for contamination.

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