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Targeting The Cutaneous Nervous Network

A synthetic agent with neurotrophic and antioxidant properties has been designed to protect the skin’s sensory neurons from environmental stress and neurodegenerescence, preserving certain physiological responses controlled by the central nervous system.

Johann W. Wiechers, Ph.D.

Words from Wiechers: Dancing to the Dollar

In this installment of our "Words from Wiechers" series, co-author O'Lenick disagrees with Wiechers's belief that cosmetic and pharma businesses are driven by the same dynamics. Read on to learn more.

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Encapsulating Hevea brasiliensis for Improved Antioxidant Penetration

This article examines the ability of liposomes to improve the in vitro skin penetration of Hevea brasiliensis extract in a cream, for antioxidant benefits. Additionally, the sensory effects of the liposomes on the cream were assessed.

Compass—Ties That Bind

Binding is not a new phenomenon, but interest in it continues for improved ingredient delivery and efficacy.

Compass—Best Foot Forward

From an insider’s view, safety testing is an assumed step in the development of any product on the market. This puts the pressure on analytical and quality control efforts behind the scenes to ensure that ingredients and products meet or exceed expectations. In doing so, theoretically, no one else has to give it a second thought. For those who must give it considerable thought, this edition features two articles on testing, among other topics.

Comparatively Speaking: Microbiome vs. Metagenome

In this "Comparatively Speaking," Tony O'Lenick refers to Kelly Dobos to explain the difference between a microbiome and a metagenome, the understanding of which can lead to better understanding the anti-aging properties of ingredients and cosmetic products.

Comparatively Speaking: Cofactors vs. Coenzymes

Enzymes for DNA repair or Coenzyme Q10 for antioxidant and antiaging benefits have become typical ingredients in today's skin care. Here, industry expert O'Lenick illustrates the difference between cofactors and coenzymes.

Compass: Innovation Through Interaction

Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine is grounding itself for fast-forward thinking in the New Year with a new mantra: Innovation Through Interaction. This refrain will drive our content to capture the spirit of invention through collaboration.

Compass: Slowing the Hands of Time

The natural process of aging will continue, and as long as consumers prefer a younger-looking appearance, formulators are called upon to provide news ways to maintain or turn back the hands of time and their effects on skin.

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Bio-optimizing the Complexion for Brightening

Brightenyl is the very first cosmetic active ingredient that is activated by a new functional layer of the human skin: the stratum microbium. This new layer acts as an active living veil converting Brightenyl in two molecules, which act on seven biological targets to obtain a perfect skin complexion.

Using hyaluronic acid, glycerin and retinol in a formulation can impart a variety of skin attributes such as include anti-aging, hyperpigmentation reduction, anti-acne, smoothing and an increase in water retention.

Formulating on Trend: Combining Humectants and Retinol

In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author explains how to combine humectants and retinol, and how the combination of hyaluronic acid, glycerin and retinol can impart a variety of skin benefits.

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A Key Player in Dermis-Epidermis Communication

SILAB presents COMMUSYS®, natural anti-aging active ingredient rich in biopeptides derived from the yeast Pichia stipitis, which acts on transcompartmental communication in the skin for hydrating, smoothing and radiance-boosting effects.

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Telessence: Three Actives for a Complete Wellbeing

It is known in the cosmetic market that stress can have an impact on the skin’s appearance such as wrinkles, dull skin, loss of elasticity and firmness, redness, etc.—but is all stress the same? Discover Telessence.

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Activating Epidermal Turnover with Comfrey Stem Cells

As human's age, skin renewal slows, leading to an uneven surface and the formation of scales. This has a negative influence on skin complexion and makes the skin look dull and grey. Instead of using irritating peeling procedures, Mibelle Biochemistry Group proposes an extract of comfrey stems cells, PhytoCellTec Symphytum, to address the root of the trouble.

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Activating Epidermal Turnover with Comfrey Stem Cells

As human's age, skin renewal slows, leading to an uneven surface and the formation of scales. This has a negative influence on skin complexion and makes the skin look dull and grey. Instead of using irritating peeling procedures, Mibelle Biochemistry Group proposes an extract of comfrey stems cells, PhytoCellTec Symphytum, to address the root of the trouble.

A ZnCu-based Eye Anti-aging Complex

A zinc and copper complex generating biomimetic electricity on a physiological level is shown here to improve the signs of photo-aging in preclinical and clinical studies.

Comparatively Speaking: Azelaic Acid vs. Other Diacids

Diacids will become more important to the cosmetic industry, according to O'Lenick, who discusses the source and use for a number of diacids including azelaic acid.

The Issues Common With Trending Natural Ingredients: The Pitfalls of Naturals

The ever-evolving nature of skin care presents ongoing challenges for marketing claims and labeling. Here are a few things to watch out for.

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