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Could New Findings Hit 'Snooze' on Targeting DNA Methylation to Rewind the Age Clock?

A recent study from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, published in Nature Aging, challenges the prevailing notion that reversing the epigenetic clock by targeting DNA methylation could pause or reverse aging.

The product was tested in controlled dermatological procedures, including 70% glycolic acid peels and non-ablative laser treatments, where it demonstrated superior post-procedure recovery compared to standard moisturizers.

Speeding Up Post-treatment Rebound: La Mer Research Confirms Skin Barrier Recovery Acceleration After Dermatological Procedures

As beauty and skin care continue to intersect with advanced scientific research, studies like these reinforce the industry’s potential to deliver products that not only enhance aesthetics but also improve skin health and recovery.

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[video] Impact of Daily Stress on Skin: Epinephrine Directly Affects Barrier Function

Eri Kawashima, of KOSÉ Corp., presented her poster, "Impact of Daily Stress on Skin: Epinephrine Directly Affects the Barrier Function," during IFSCC 2024 in Brazil — for which she was a poster award finalist. Watch her poster presentation in this video.

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Product Spotlight: Hers Hair Regrowth Treatment Foam

Recent approaches to hair loss have focused on reducing stress and improving scalp health, although traditional tactics of improving anchoring and thinning, and manipulating the growth cycle remain prominent. The Hers foam product exemplifies the latter.

RNA damage, rather than DNA damage, is the key source of sun exposure's immediate inflammatory effects.

We've Misunderstood How Sunburns Actually Work

It's RNA molecule damage that presents the most immediate inflammatory response, per new research.

The innovation provides a sustainable, high-performance delivery system that addresses growing consumer demands for eco-friendly solutions.

Spray-Tek Secures Patent for Biodegradable Microencapsulation Technology

The patented process modifies natural biopolymers to create durable core/shell microcapsules with low permeability for higher biodegradability.

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Two Johns Hopkins 'Amino Artisans' Aim to Synthesize Snail Mucus Protein

Researchers at Johns Hopkins' Krieger and Whiting schools aim to synthetically produce they key protein in snail mucus known as epiphragmin. Once created, the material could be enhanced for given benefits and made available to skin care manufacturers.

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Two New Reasons to Reexamine PFAS Safety, Exposure: Pregnancy and Sleep

Two recent studies have raised new alarm over PFAS. One found higher levels of PFAS in pregnant women who use cosmetics. The other associated sleep disruption with PFAS in young adults. These findings add to the public outcry over "forever chemicals."

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4.5.6 Skin Launches Night Hack, Accompanied by 'The Science of Skin Tone' Whitepaper

4.5.6 Skin, a brand dedicated to the unique needs of darker skin tones, launches its latest innovation, Night Hack, and debuts at Harvey Nichols.

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Uute Scientific Research Shows Finnish Microbial Extract Alleviates Atopic Dermatitis

The inactive microbial extract derived from plant-based compost and materials replicates the Finnish forest to give users rich microbial exposure, especially for those who are not in contact with nature on a daily basis.

The authors conclude, 'Our findings explain how the skin’s surface prevents excessive inflammation through ZNF750- and KDM1A-mediated suppression of PRRs.'

Why is Some Skin Prone to Inflammation, or Not? New Research Points to ZNF750.

Notably, as keratinocytes become differentiated, they move toward the skin's surface and, simultaneously, express much less PRR. This process diminishes immune responses, the researchers argue.

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4 Damaging Effects of Pool Disinfectants in Hair and Skin: A Review — Plus 3 Product Opportunities

This article reviews the chemistry of swimming pool water as well as (limited) research in the literature about the effects of chronic exposure to swimming pool water in skin and hair. It also offers ideas for product development to address these effects.

La Mer: New Findings on Skin Inflammation

Lead scientist of luxury brand reveals recent findings that may shape the future of inflammation skin care products.

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Editor's Note: Radiant Beauty Innovation

Skin radiance goes by many names, including luminosity, glow, brightness and more recently, pearl skin. In the end, though, it comes back to the desired characteristics of healthy, unflawed and youthful skin. This is the main focus of our latest issue.

'All participants had a physical count of their hair by a blinded clinician at baseline, 12 and 24 weeks, and the results were also confirmed with blinded photo-grading,' says Jay Small, a trichologist and cofounder of Arey. 'There was a statistical significance between active and placebo groups at both the 12 and 24 week mark.'

Arey's 'The System' Cuts Gray Hair Growth and Boosts Repigmentation by Combatting Canities: New Clinicals

"Vitamin and mineral deficiency, along with oxidative stress from factors like sun and chemical exposure, contribute to hair losing pigment and turning gray," says Jay Small, a trichologist and cofounder of Arey.

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Western University Scientists Uncover Protein with Next-level DNA Damage Repair Potential

The protein could be introduced into any organism to increase its cellular DNA repair efficiency. Mindy Goldstein, Ph.D., weighs in: "This is the first direct proof of a DNA repair enzyme from [D. radiodurans] that works through a unique mechanism."

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Editor's Note: Pursuit of Skin Health and Happiness

Concerns over skin health are on the rise. Here, we present solutions for healthy skin and scalp, including: oily/acneic and compromised skin care, a natural microbiome-focused deodorant, anti-hair loss scalp care, wellness beauty, dermocosmetics, etc.

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Next in Skin: Beauty Wellness Through Health

Beauty wellness is a broad term that refers to how physical and mental well-being contribute to skin health. This article delves into this concept, offering snapshots of recent studies and connections that could support this future direction in skin care.