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There is not yet an agreed upon scientific definition of a 'bond builder' for hair. The present authors propose the following definition: “a formulation component that is able to penetrate into the hair and improve or restore the internal structure of hair, giving rise to an improvement in hair mechanical properties.”

How Bond Builders ‘Repair’ Hair

Bond builders are trending. So how do they work? This article explores the cross-linking bonds present in hair, how they are affected by damage and the ways in which cosmetic actives can alter them to improve hair properties.

The cosmetic world continues to take winding and unexpected terms. With much influence stemming from large events and social media, 2023 is likely to see the rise and fall of many trends, and perhaps a few entirely new ones as well.

Top 5 Cosmetics &Toiletries Trends of 2022

The cosmetics industry continues to take winding and unexpected turns, with much influence stemming from large events and social media. Extensions from current trends — e.g., scalp health from the skinification of hair — will spin off into new ones.

Atopic dermatitis (eczema) is a chronic condition typically treated with topical emollients, that turns skin red and itchy, causing flares to occur periodically due to epidermal barrier disruption to the TH-2 mediated inflammation process.

Sytheon Study Finds Isosorbide Fatty Acid Diesters Could Sooth Atopic Dermatitis

Researchers demonstrated synergistic anti-inflammatory effects in cytokine-induced tissue culture models of atopic dermatitis (eczema).

14 healthy volunteers aged 23-45 years old participated in a double-blind study and were advised to use microbiome supporting (MS) products on one cheek and benchmark (BM) products on the other cheek daily for three weeks.

Study Compares Topical Microbiome vs. Conventional Skin Care

Fourteen healthy volunteers aged 23-45 years old participated in a double-blind study using microbiome-supporting (MS) products on one cheek and benchmark (BM) products on the other cheek daily for three weeks.

Microsponges can enhance the efficacy of sun care, per a series of studies; photo by Karolina Grabowska at Pexels.

Microsponge Formulations Can Boost Sun Care Efficacy: Study

Microsponges are tiny, sponge-like spherical particles with porous surfaces containing useful effects for topical delivery.

Researchers from Zenherb Labs recently studied the hair care efficacy of SesZenBio (INCI: Not Provided), a plant-based biotin supplement containing Sesbania agati leaves extract.

Zenherb Lab's SesZenBio Plant-based Biotin Supplement Boosts Hair Care

SesZenBio's biotin content, as well as two other elements of the ingredient, is predicted to stimulate hair follicle growth and differentiation, thereby improving hair health, according to the study.

Assure+ boosts SPF and UVA-PF values when used in mineral only and hybrid sunscreen formulations. The high purity extract increases these properties by 20-40%.

[with formula] EverCare's Assure+ Boosts SPF in Certain Sunscreens

Recent data shows at low concentrations, Assure+ boosts SPF and UVA-PF values in mineral only and hybrid sunscreen formulations. The high purity extract increased these properties by 20-40%.

With the launch of Epax Cetoleic 10, based on marine lipids, new Epax research indicates that it may have particular benefits for skin health.

Epax Peeks into Skin Care with Epax Cetoleic 10

Epax Cetoleic 10, a non-traditional omega-11 marine lipid and omega-9 blend, was launched based on research indicating the nutraceutical may have benefits for skin health.

This article considers options to provide effective UV protection that checks all the boxes, including modern sunscreens restricted by regulations, ingredient mandates and texture preferences.

Formulating Forum: The Challenge of Trending Sunscreens

This article considers options to provide effective UV protection that checks all the boxes, including modern sunscreens restricted by regulations, ingredient mandates and texture preferences.

Research from Draelos examined ammonia-free and PPD-free permanent hair dye in 50 diverse females from ages 21–91 who were active users of permanent hair dyes.

Study Finds Ammonia-, PPD-, Resorcinol-free Dye Safely Colors, Improves Hair

Research from Z.D. Draelos, M.D., examined the effects of a permanent hair dye designed to reduce allergic contact dermatitis in 50 ethnically diverse females, ages 21–91, who were active users of permanent hair dyes.

Researchers found that hair cortisol concentration is a viable biomarker of perceived stress in a study of women from Mexico and Iceland.

Study Finds Hair Cortisol to be a Biomarker of Perceived Stress

Researchers have found that hair cortisol concentration (HCC) is a viable biomarker of perceived stress in a study of women in Mexico and Iceland.

The global anti-aging cosmetics market is projected to reach US $60.26 billion by 2026, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.8% (2018-2026). Source: Fortune Business Insights

Color Blending: SPF, Actives and More in Makeup

Color cosmetics have morphed into products that provide inclusive options for all shades of skin and dual functions that provide not only color, but skin care benefits as well.

The fastest anti-aging market growth will likely be in Asia-Pacific until 2030 due in part to the growing geriatric population—projected to surge to 954.7 million by 2050. Source: Research and Markets

Boundless Beauty: The Perception of Female Facial Appearance Across Ethnicities and Targeted Solutions

Physical appearance plays an important role in social perception and interaction. This article presents findings of an evolutionary approach to female facial appearance within and between ethnic groups.

Biologically synthesized ZnO NPs showed antimicrobial efficacy against pathogenic bacteria.

Study Explores Plant-derived, Biologically Synthesized ZnO Nanoparticles

Biologically synthesized ZnO nanoparticles (NPs) as an eco-friendlier alternative to traditional ZnO NPs were explored for their antimicrobial efficacy in a recent review paper.

An article highlights the potential dangers of UV VIS and infrared light and a need to further test natural products, while suggesting methods to further strengthen current sunscreen and anti-aging products.

How Natural Antioxidants, Iron Chelators Boost Sunscreens and Anti-aging Products

A recent article reviews the mechanisms of aging caused by excess ROS production due to UV, visible and infrared light exposure. Natural antioxidants with specific properties are proposed to strengthen sunscreens and anti-aging products.

A recent study conducted by Bajaj Consumer Care Ltd, aimed to develop a method to measuring oil penetration into hair in correlation to hair thickness and tensile strength.

Study Correlates Oil Penetration into Hair with Tensile Strength

A recent study by Bajaj Consumer Care, Ltd., sought to identify a method to measure oil penetration into hair and how this correlates with hair thickness and tensile strength.

A recent study published by Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy details the use of dandelion seeds as a natural source of active constituents.

Study Finds CO2-Extracted Dandelion Seed Offers Cosmetic Bioactivity

A recent study published in Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy details the use of dandelion seeds as a natural source of active cosmetic constituents including fatty acids, among others.

The development of ANN, used to test textual and sensory characteristics of cosmetics, was found by researchers to be an effective method of measurement.

Researchers Develop Tool to Test Textural Characteristics of Sunscreen

A new report implies that a neural network could be used to predict consumer satisfaction of cosmetic products not yet introduced to the market.

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