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Prometheus’ Fire: The Rise of Biotech in Beauty

This article describes the complexities of skin aging, including the role of sirtuins and effects of niacinamide. It also explores how next-gen biotech, such as plant stem cells, archaeosomes and bacteriophages, are the path forward to democratize beauty.

Zeropollution was found to work within the body to reduce the negative effects of pollution on skin health.

[updated] Monteloeder Finds Zeropollution Supplement Protects Skin Against Pollution

Monteloeder published a clinical study that demonstrated how its Zeropollution supplement works within the body to reduce the negative effects of pollution on skin health.

NAD+ is involved in cellular energy production, DNA damage repair and cell signaling pathways, thereby contributing to delaying cellular aging and extending lifespan.

Why NAD+ is Causing a Buzz in Beauty: Insights from LG H&H's Byunghyun Kim

At PCHi, to be held March 20-22, 2024, in Shanghai, Byunghyun Kim, senior researcher and project leader from LG H&H, will present on the anti-aging efficacy of NAD+ in skin care. Following is a sneak preview on why NAD+ is causing buzz in beauty.

One randomized controlled clinical study noted that Melasyl, known as 2-mercaptonicotinoyl glycine (2-MNG), 'prevents UV-induced skin darkening and delayed tanning in healthy subjects.'

The Science Behind L’Oréal's Melasyl Pigmentation Technology

Melasyl is a molecule designed to address localized pigmentation issues that lead to age spots and post-acne marks.

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Come for the Education, Stay for the Celebration: Beauty Accelerate x C&T Allē Awards

March 6, 2024, Beauty Accelerate will play host to the exclusive C&T Allē Awards dinner honoring beauty innovation across the product development process. Come for the education, stay for the celebration — and rub elbows with industry stars!

Researchers identified a notable rise in carbon monoxide (CO) levels, which correlated with a spike in AD, dermatitis and eczema-related dermatology clinic visits.

Air Pollution from Wildfires Stirs Skin Flare-ups in Northeastern U.S., Study Suggests

Air pollution from Canadian wildfires last summer reached the northeastern U.S. and stirred up skin conditions, a recent study suggests. In a related interview, Shadi Kourosh, M.D., advised consumers to wear mineral sunscreen and take other precautions.

Dermatologists view sensitive skin as characteristic of all skin diseases. Common conditions that embody sensitive skin include eczema, atopic dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, rosacea, cosmetic intolerance syndrome and psoriasis.

Characterizing and Interpreting Sensitive Skin — Plus 9 Tips to Formulate for It

This article explores, from a dermatologist’s perspective, the basic characteristics of, certified products for and perceptions of sensitive skin, among others. It also outlines formulation considerations for this growing market.

A report published in 2023 in Nature Microbiology highlighted human microbiome myths and provided explanations for them by experts in academia. With surging interest in this field – the skin microbiome, in particular – this article collects responses of our own to these myths, from cosmetic industry experts.

9 Microbiome Myths Debunked by Industry Experts

A report in 2023 in Nature Microbiology featured human microbiome myths debunked by experts in academia. With surging interest in this field for personal care, we asked our own cosmetic industry experts to comment; following are their responses.

If the skin is viewed as an ecological landscape, it can be divided into roughly three different regions with unique environmental characteristics: dry, moist and sebaceous regions.

Defining Moment for the Skin Microbiome: Interpreting Expressions and Misconceptions

This manuscript aims to dispel some misconceptions surrounding the microbiome as well as properly define the nomenclature. It also seeks to instill an appreciation for the magnitude of the ongoing research and what is yet to be revealed.

Royal jelly is very good for the skin and the immune system. It's packed with organic acids, proteins and special enzymes.

Bee-based Beauty for Skin Health and Immunity

Bees have been busy carrying on alongside us for millennia. The Ancients used their products for food, medicine and more. Here, Asli Samanci, Ph.D., managing partner at Bee & You SBS Americas, Inc., explored with us the benefits of bee products for skin.

This year, readers engaged in stories on regulatory updates and safety and trends in the industry.

2023 Wrapped: 10 of Cosmetics & Toiletries Top Stories of the Year

This year, readers engaged in stories on regulatory updates and safety and trends in the industry.

New research points to a signaling pathway that could explain many cases of itchiness on skin.

Did Researchers Just Solve Itchiness?

According to the authors, V8 stimulates PAR1, or "proteinase-activated receptor 1," causing spontaneous itching and resulting itch-related skin damage.

Metal nanoparticles such as gold have drawn attention in nanomedicine due to their low chemical reactivity and excellent biocompatibility.

Research Finds Gold Nanorods Block IR-A and Could Protect Against Thermal Aging

A study from researchers at the University of Suwon and Kumoh National Institute of Technology, both in the Republic of Korea, has uncovered the ability of gold nanorods to block IR-A. Findings suggest they could serve as actives to prevent thermal aging.

Shoko Hamada, of Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co., explains her work to identify antimicrobial fragrance compounds during the IFSCC 2023 poster session.

[video] 4 Novel Effective Antimicrobial Compounds on IFRA's Transparency List

In this interview from the IFSCC 2023 poster session, Shoko Hamada, of Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co., explains her research exploring antibacterial and antiviral properties of compounds on IFRA's transparency list, uncovering four with promising effects.

A double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized four-way study investigated the effect of 12- week daily dietary supplementation with collagen and MSM on skin health.

Tosla Publishes Clinical Study on the Efficacy of Three Test Products

A double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized four-way study investigated the effect of 12- week daily dietary supplementation with collagen and MSM on skin health.

The company establishes scientific partnerships with university research teams each year.

Silab Publishes Results of Research from University Partnerships

The company establishes scientific partnerships with university research teams each year.

Article Download: Cutaneous Blood Flow in Aging Skin

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C. acnes induced a large increase in lipids such as triglycerides, ceramides, cholesterol and free fatty acids.

How Metabolites from C. acnes Improve Barrier Function

Researchers recently uncovered how a common acne bacteria could actually help to improve barrier function.

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