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Packaging as an Extension of Formulation

Mark White of Amway Corp., will explore how packaging can improve, increase or extend the delivery, efficacy and shelf-life of products during his presentation at the Cosmetics & Toiletries Summit. "Aesthetic appeal is not the only reason for given personal care packaging designs—although it certainly helps," he notes.

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Improving the Appearance of Facial Pores

In this study of pore size and sebum composition, the authors report that topical application of polyoxyethylene/polyoxypropylene dimethyl ether improves skin texture and reduces parakeratosis in facial skin, making large pores less visible.

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In the Thick of It (continued)

This article continues the discussion from our print edition on the relationship between structure and function for polyelectrolyte crosspolymers. Click through to read Part II in our Digital Edition.

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Meet Active's New Director of Sales

Darren Gilbert is Actives International's new director of sales for North America.

Controlling the Spreading of Sunscreen Products

Spreading control agents used in the formulation of topically applied drugs, especially sunscreens, provide a method to control dosage and improve effectiveness. These materials have recently begun to solve the problem of insufficient product application in actual use.

Ashland Adds Homosalate UVB Filter to Offering

Ashland Specialty Ingredients, a commercial unit of Ashland Inc., has added a homosalate UVB filter to its Escalol range of UV filters.

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Frequency of Preservative Use Update Through 2014

It has been four years since this author last reviewed the preservatives being used in U.S. and Canadian cosmetics. Since then, continuing attacks on preservatives, MIT, triclosan and others have kept formulators scrambling. This report discusses some of these attacks and compares numbers, to see what impact these attacks have had.

Lapagyl is an extract from the South American lapacho tree that reduces signs of aging and increases skin longevity.

Lubrizol's Lapagyl Delays Signs of Skin Aging

This oil-based extract was shown in testing to promote youthful skin and appearance by decreasing crow’s feet and increasing skin radiance and moisturization.

Resins: The Other Kind Of Silicones

Silicone resins trimethylsiloxysilicate and Polymethylsilsesquioxane provide transfer resistance to cosmetic formulations. Phenylcontaining silicone resins additionally provide a high refractive index and gloss. A gelbased silicone resincontaining powder adds improved skin feel and oil absorption.

DSM data has discovered that when Pentavitin was incorporated in a shampoo at a low dosage, the active was found to impart additional scalp care benefits.

DSM Uncovers Scalp Benefits of Pentavitin

DSM discovered that when Pentavitin was incorporated in a shampoo at a low dosage, the active imparted additional scalp care benefits.

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Editor's Note: The Fiber of Our Being

It’s in the very fiber of our being to bring you data and ideas that are critical and relevant to your product development efforts, beyond space constraints.

Antiaging Benefits of French Rose Petal Extract

Botanicals are re-emerging as key ingredients in the defense against premature skin aging. French rose petal extract, when used in a cosmetic formulation, can help decrease the damage of ultraviolet (UV) light and other environmental stresses that can cause premature aging of the skin.

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The Depigmenting Potential of Sulfur-containing Peptides

SILAB presents LIGHTSKIN®, its newest biotechnology-based depigmenting active ingredient. Its sulfur-containing peptides limit melanogenesis and attenuate the visibility of pigment spots for a more even and radiant complexion.

Defining and Controlling Frizz

There is likely a variety of causes and contributors to the nebulous consumer term “frizz.” This article attempts to craft a universal definition and then progresses to further examine impacting factors. These discussions focus on methods for quantifying hair properties and assessing the positive impact of commercial hair care products.

Sunscreen Formulation and Testing

The author reviews SPF testing methods and sunscreen components (actives, active solvents, water-resistance agents and emulsifiers) that assist the formulator in the art and science of sunscreen formulation.

IFSCC Probes into the Biology of Cosmetics

Parrot feathers, stem cells, melanin, cellulite and epidermal tight junctions were among the many biology-themed papers presented during the 25th IFSCC Congress, held Oct. 6–9, 2008, in Barcelona. This heavy focus on biology is indicative of the evolving actives arena and likely a direct response to the antiaging consumer trend.

Anti-Wrinkle Activity of Hydroyzed Ginseng Saponins

Hydrolyzed ginseng saponins, produced by enzymatic hydrolysis, increase collagen synthesis and decrease the expression of MMP-1. Also, the formulation of nano-emulsions containing hydrolyzed ginseng saponins significantly in cases the collagen synthesis.

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Wacker Unveils Belsil Eco Range of Dimethicones

The line consists of linear, unmodified polydimethylsiloxanes distinguished by their low surface tension and good spreading properties. The “eco” designation is due to the company's use of only renewable raw materials and silicon in all the fluids within the range.

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