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A Range of Wonder from Down Under

G'day, mate! Formulators who are looking for an alcohol-free version of active ingredients can look no further than Southern Cross Botanicals' Australian range.

The Sulfur Suspension Overnight Spot Treatment is an acne serum formulated to soothe irritated skin, reduce sebum and control oil.

iLabs Unveils Snow Mushroom Product Trio

The vitamin B milky concentrate, sulfur suspension overnight spot treatment, and gentle resurfacing gel treatment all are based on the trending ingredient snow mushroom.

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Western University Scientists Uncover Protein with Next-level DNA Damage Repair Potential

The protein could be introduced into any organism to increase its cellular DNA repair efficiency. Mindy Goldstein, Ph.D., weighs in: "This is the first direct proof of a DNA repair enzyme from [D. radiodurans] that works through a unique mechanism."

Molecular Biology in Future Skin and Hair Care

Techniques developed in the field of molecular biology are currently being used to screen cosmeceutical ingredients for skin and hair care applications. New findings are published on a daily basis, providing insight with respect to future innovations for skin and hair health and appearance. Several relevant developments are reviewed here.

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Expert Opinions on Skin Radiance and Luminosity: Even Tone, Pro-longevity, Retinol Alternatives, Cell Renewal and More

Skin glow and radiance products are experiencing significant growth, driven by demand for luminous, healthy-looking skin. Here, we share expert insights and examine trends, formulating strategies, emerging innovations shaping this projected $714 m sector.

Terminalia Chebula for Preventive and Restorative Anti-aging Benefits*

This paper examines a tannin-enriched Terminalia chebula extract. Discussed are its mechanisms for preventative and restorative anti-aging effects, and skin pigmentation control. A pilot clinical study further confirms the extract’s bioactivity to reduce wrinkles and pigmentation. Improvements in yellowish skin tones also were observed, likely due to glycation reversal.

Patent Picks—Indian Gooseberry, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cosmetic Stick and Peptides for Skin Care

Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features patents related to anti-aging and moisturizing skin care compositions and benefits.

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Expert Opinions: Approaches to Anti-aging

Featuring insights on "jovial" and medical beauty, eco-consciousness, living in rhythm, higher efficacies and more, this month's collection of "Expert Opinions" is all about anti-aging. Click through to the digital magazine for the complete interviews.

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Beware: Blue Light Damage On The Rise

Blue light is becoming more prevalent across the industry as suppliers are recognizing the significance of the damage caused by both sunlight and technology. A few industry professionals shared tips on prevention and treatment for said damage.

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EGCG and Jamblang SPF, DHA Safety and More: Sun Care Literature Review

Eventually, we will all emerge from our coronavirus quarantines to feel the wind in our hair and sun on our faces. This brief review considers sun care-related research to ensure that once we venture out, we're protected from solar insults, among others.

Candela Organic, a subsidiary of Candela Peru, has released five products to the U.S. personal care industry: Brazil Nut Oil, Passion Fruit Seed Oil, Murumuru Butter, Buriti Oil and Cupuaçu Butter.

Candela Organic Rolls Out 5 Natural Personal Care Ingredients

Candela Organic, a subsidiary of Candela Peru, has released five products to the U.S. personal care industry: Brazil Nut Oil, Passion Fruit Seed Oil, Murumuru Butter, Buriti Oil and Cupuaçu Butter.

Sea Buckthorn Emerges as MVP for Organic and Antiaging Products

Sea buckthorn oil, extracted from the seeds and berries, is a natural remedy for treating certain types of ulcers and skin conditions since it has healing and emollient properties.

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Top Ingredients, Claims and Categories Since COVID-19

The stay-at-home movement prompted by COVID-19 has driven interest in several key cosmetic ingredients, claims and categories, including propolis, "purifying," hand masks and others. Spate co-founder Yarden Horwitz presented these in a recent SCC webinar.

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Evonik Adds 7 Actives to Tego Range

Each active has its own skin benefits but some provide multifunctional usage across other personal care categories such as hair care.

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Spot-lightening Treatments

Facial pigmentation increases with age and sun exposure, and represents an aesthetic problem for many. Multiple strategies are required for the cosmetic treatment of such imperfections, including accelerating skin renewal, inhibiting free radicals, providing photoprotection, prohibiting melanin granule formation and transfer, reducing pigmentation with sequestering agents, and enhancing skin penetration. These are described here.

Slowing Intrinsic and Extrinsic Aging: A Dual Approach

In this dual approach to antiaging, intrinsic factors are first addressed by slowing cell proliferation in skin via a technology based on dormins—in this case, extracts from dormant Narcissus tazetta bulb. Then, to protect against extrinsic aging, colorless carotenoids are employed to absorb UV radiation and prevent oxidative stress damage.

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Bio + Chemo Guidance Uncover New Benefits in Known Naturals: Murraya Koenigii Extract Case Study

Murraya koenigii extracts derived via various techniques were compared. One developed through chem- and bio-guidance paired with a natural deep eutectic technology uncovered lesser-known efficacies, leading to a natural active to boost elastin synthesis.

Lightening, Boosting and Protecting with Colorless Carotenoids

Phytoene and phytofluene (P&P) are carotenoids that are precursors in the biosynthetic pathway of other carotenoids. These materials occur naturally in microorganisms, algae and other plants and exhibit benefits for skin care including skin lightening, anti-inflammatory activity and protection against UV and oxidative damage, as is shown here.