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Carotenoids for Dietary Photoprotection

Sun exposure leads to the production of free radicals in skin and to damage to elastin and collagen, resulting in premature aging. Studies of consuming carotenoid-rich fruits and vegetables have shown lower incidences of skin pathology. Carotenoids are among the most efficient natural scavengers of free radicals and may be used as oral sun protection, as is discussed here.

Patent Picks—Nanoparticle Diagnostics/Toxicology; Antioxidants for Skin Benefits/Product Stability; and More

Patent Picks are compiled by the editors from publicly available sources. This edition features the latest inventions related to skin health, safety, treatment and care.

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Read the Label: Beauty Pie's Über Youth Super Elixir Microbiome Mist-On Serum

This "Read the Label" analyzes Beauty Pie’s Über Youth Super Elixir Microbiome Mist-On Serum, which is said to prevent skin aging and balance the microbiome, featuring actives such as Hydrangea paniculata, ceramide NG and more.

Leucojum aestivum Bulb Extract for Antiaging Benefits

Dormant Leucojum aestivum bulb extract is shown by the author to provide antiaging benefits including: slowing the proliferation of melanocytes and keratinocytes potentially to reduce age spots and slow cellular aging; reducing wrinkle formation by inhibiting muscle cell contractions; and increasing SOD expression in the skin to boost its natural defenses.

Acerola: An Emerging Superfruit

Niche skin care brands such as Elemis, Sheerin O’kho, Omorovicza and nude have used it in facial care, and it has moved into hair care and cosmetics. Mintel reviews how some of the newest selective beauty products are capitalizing on this vitamin C-rich fruit’s potential.

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Patent Pick: Plant Extracts Treat the Root Cause of Aging

'Rooted' in a new solution to extend cell longevity and delay aging are plant extracts including black cohosh, Valerian, ginkgo biloba, celery seed, white willow and passion flower, according to these inventors.

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Kao and Shiseido Tackle Animal-alternative Skin Sensitization Test

Skin sensitization is neither simple nor desired, but options to test and prevent it have relied heavily on animal testing—until now, thanks to Japanese cosmetic giants Kao and Shiseido.

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Unwined by Hask’s Rosé Deep Conditioners

These rosé-inspired deep conditioners utilize wine extract, resveratrol, rose and other botanicals to maintain hair health and boost color protection.

Extremolyte for Antiaging and After-sun

This extremolyte-based ingredient is said to protect, revitalize and rejuvenate human skin.

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Deo Active Derived From Alpine Lichen

At In-Cosmetics Asia, Cosmetochem International AG will be launching a deodorant and antibacterial active derived from alpine lichen.

Researchers Identify Antimicrobial Peptides in Odorous Frogs

Researchers from the Kunming Institute of Zoology and the Chinese Academy of Sciences have identified a number of antimicrobial peptides in odorous frogs.

Skin Ecosystem Actives for Antibacterial, Anti-aging and Anti-inflammation

At In-Cosmetics 2012, the Solabia Group will introduce new technology for the skin ecosystem, including: a bacterial adhesion regulator, an extracellular matrix (ECM) density booster and new research on a sirtuin activator for decreased skin sensitivity.

Researchers Find UVA Protection in Strawberry Extract

Researchers from universities in Spain and Italy have uncovered photoprotective properties in a strawberry extract.

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Anti-aging Mushroom, Sensitive Skin, Mineral Sunscreen and Thickening at CaliSCC

BASF highlights four new launches and concepts it will present at the California Supplier's day, addressing under-eye circles, sensitive skin, sun protection and product thickening.

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Plant-derived Elastapure Restores Elastin in Skin

Developed using Geltor's biodesign platform, Elastapure provides product developers with a skin-compatible, plant-derived elastin to topically restore proteins lost with aging.

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Greentech Features 3 Face Mask Active Aids

Greentech features its active ingredients to combat the undesired effects of wearing face masks such as “maskne,” itch, dryness and irritation.

CP Kelco, Fluxome to Develop and Commercialize Bio-derived Resveratrol

CP Kelco and Fluxome Sciences A/S announced a joint venture to develop and commercialize fermentation-derived resveratrol for the dietary supplement, food, beverage and cosmetics markets.

Hydrolite 7 green is a bio-based, nature-derived, colorless liquid that suits a variety of traditional or natural/green cosmetic formulations and all skin types.

Symrise Simplifies Formulas with Castor Bean-derived Hydrolite 7 Green

Hydrolite 7 green is a bio-based, nature-derived colorless liquid that serves a variety purposes in traditional or natural/green cosmetic formulations, in order to simply them.