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Patent Picks—Polyester UV Filter, Diol Filters and Sensory in Sun; Milk Thistle, Buddha Fruit, Artichoke, Olive, Algae, Narcissus Skin Repair

Patent Picks are compiled by the editors from publicly available sources. This edition features inventions related to sun protection and skin repair, including isononyl benzoate for sensory properties; alpha,beta-dihydroxyketone UV filters; assessing extrinsic skin age; an artichoke/olive antiaging duo; milk thistle and Buddha fruit cleanse/repair combo; algae and Narcissus to stimulate collagen; UV-absorbing polyester and more.

Collagen Induction Therapy Without Risk of Hyperpigmentation and Other Topics: Literature Findings

This month’s survey of recent patent and research literature describes moneymaking ideas for personal care product development; including collagen induction without the risk of hyperpigmentation; algae and peptides to lift loose skin; UV-shielding makeup sticks; and volumizing mascara, among other concepts.

Collagen Induction Therapy Without Risk of Hyperpigmentation and Other Topics: Literature Findings

This month’s survey of recent patent and research literature describes moneymaking ideas for personal care product development; including collagen induction without the risk of hyperpigmentation; algae and peptides to lift loose skin; UV-shielding makeup sticks; and volumizing mascara, among other concepts.

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Choosing the Right Microalgae for the Job

There is growing demand for algal fatty acids in cosmetics. These lipids have three main functions: cleansing, protecting and maintaining skin. As this brief review explains,fatty acid content varies between algae, so the careful selection of species and control over growth conditions are necessary. Future research is suggested.

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Lauder Findings on Sirtuins, Stress and Eucalyptus

New findings highlight the importance of sirtuins in skin cell activity, how they relate to environmental signals and circadian rhythm, plus the antioxidant efficacy of eucalyptus.

Patent Picks—Lotion-infused Hand Towels; Homarine and Erythritol; MNTF Peptides and More for Moisturization

Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features technologies to moisturize and rejuvenate skin.

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Treating Hormonally Induced Melasma

Treating hyperpigmentation and melasma requires an understanding of individual consumers' diets and lifestyle habits.

Patent Picks—Green Patents, from Natural and Bio-empowering to Eco-friendly

Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources, and cover recently issued patents or patent applications in the cosmetic, personal care and peripheral markets. This edition features "green" technologies, ranging from natural solutions and bio-empowering actives, to eco-friendly materials and processes.

Patent Picks—Plant DNA, Aloesin, Pomegranate and More to Balance Skin

Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features technologies to balance skin condition, including tone, texture, oily and dry zones, and blemishes such as acne, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation and scars.

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Old Meets New: Facial Mapping and TCM to Reach Booming Markets

Several ingredient examples from Traditional Chinese Medicine folklore are now validated by modern science. This article explores their potential for the aspirational Chinese market and considers how techniques such as facial-mapping demonstrate their efficacy.

Patent Picks—Renewable Polyphenols, Eco-friendly Gellants, Nano Silver Particles and More

Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features patents related to eco-friendly materials and processes.

Patent Picks—PUFA Production, Biodegradable Elastomers, Xanthohumol-Enriched Hop Extract and More

Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features eco-friendly and sustainable processes as well as nature-derived ingredients for personal care applications.

Patent Picks—Hair Relaxer; Acmella Oleracea, Ficus Benghalensis; Non-allergic Propolis, Paper Mulberry and More Natural Actives

Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition, chosen by Katie Anderson (Schaefer), associate editor of Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine, features patents related to natural actives.

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Plant-Based Hydrogels: Applications in Cosmetics

Hydrogels provide high water content, elasticity, softness and biocompatibility to cosmetics and skin care products. This article reviews the main categories of polysaccharides that form hydrogels for use in the cosmetic industry.

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Survey of Skin Research Findings

Cosmetic science has outdone itself this year, with breakthroughs not just emerging, but rolling out in actual applications. Following is a brief literature review of recent skin care findings.

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Phenoxyethanol as a Safe and Important Preservative in Personal Care

The effective preservation of personal care products and cosmetics is vitally important to inhibit microbial growth. Phenoxyethanol has a long history as an effective preservative, with well-documented human and environmental safety profiles. This is a valuable option in formulators’ and microbiologists’ toolboxes for safe and effective control of microbial growth, as is reviewed here.

Patent Picks—Ellagic Acid, Marine Botanicals, Stem Cells, Cyclodextrin Acetals and More for Anti-aging

Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features technologies related to minimizing the signs of anti-aging and/or testing the effects of anti-aging actives.

Patent Picks—Copper-bound Botanicals, Skin Pigment Regulation, Antioxidants and More

Chosen biweekly by Rachel Grabenhofer, editor, for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features recently issued patents relevant to skin care and health.

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