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Bio-Botanica offers Licorice Root Extract in Glycerin

Licorice root contains glycyrrhizin and glabridin. Glycyrrhizin is anti-inflammatory; used topically, it may help reduce redness or irritation. It is also an antioxidant. Glabridin may cause skin lightening and reduces dark spots by inhibiting tyrosinase.

Caprylyl Glycol/Phenethyl Alcohol Blend for Alternative Preservation of Cosmetics

In recent years, the safety of traditional preservatives has been called into question. Therefore, there is a need for alternatives that are effective, safe and sustainable—and that are non-controversial. In response, the present work investigates a mixture of caprylyl glycol and phenethyl alcohol, which is shown to provide antimicrobial activity in various skin and hair care formulations.

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The Preservative Quagmire

In this commentary, consultant Steve Schnittger, Ph.D., previously the vice president of global microbiology and fermentation in R&D for the Estée Lauder Cos., shares his thoughts and suggestions about preservation — a major pain point for the industry.

In this 'Read the Label' column, the author focuses on moisturizers and in particular, Revolution Skincare’s Hydration Boost.

Read the Label: Revolution Skincare's Hydration Boost

This "Read the Label" looks at the ingredients and claims for Revolution Skincare's Hydration Boost. It contains moisturizing, preservative and anti-aging ingredients such as Borneo tallow nut seed butter, phenoxyethanol, sodium hyaluronate and more.

Patent Picks—Pawpaw Anti-irritant, Degradation Sensor, Fenugreek Saponins and More

Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features patents related to preservation; ranging from the preservation of product stability, to antimicrobial technologies and a natural preparation to address preservative-induced irritation.

1,2-Alkanediols for Cosmetic Preservation

Straight chain 1,2-alkanediols are multifunctional ingredients with moisturizing and antimicrobial activities. Here, the authors examine the ability of these materials to boost the activity of preservatives and to provide broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity. In addition, the authors describe how to combine these compounds into formulations to optimize stability and efficacy.

Preserving Products Naturally

Preserving Products Naturally: 'Non-chemical' Preservation Keeps Product Stable Sustainably

It’s a difficult time for chemical preservatives as consumers become more convinced that anything chemical can’t be good or harmless, let alone safe. Yet manufacturers still have to use some method to keep their products stable. Fortunately, a wide variety of natural preservation alternatives is available, many of which offer sustainable aspects.

Caprylyl Glycol/Phenethyl Alcohol Blend for Alternative Preservation of Cosmetics

In recent years, the safety of traditional preservatives has been called into question. Therefore, there is a need for alternatives that are effective, safe and sustainable—and that are non-controversial. In response, the present work investigates a mixture of caprylyl glycol and phenethyl alcohol, which is shown to provide antimicrobial activity in various skin and hair care formulations.

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