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The approach could be used to develop eco-friendlier products for hair strengthening and setting.

Green Method Using Blue Light Strengthens, Sets Hair

A paper published in the Journal of Cleaner Production describes the clean, one-step crosslinking of keratin to strengthen and set hair using blue light and eco-friendly chemicals such as citric acid.

Further studies of climate change-induced effects on the microbiome and their influence on skin diseases are needed to anticipate future dermatologic needs.

How Global Warming Impacts the Microbiome and Skin Health

Work published in the International Journal of Dermatology describes how the effects of climate change, e.g., pollution, UV radiation, temperature and humidity, negatively impact the skin microbiome and, in turn, skin conditions.

The sensitivity of the test indicates it could be useful as a screening tool and could contribute to research on alternative skin corrosion tests.

Researchers Develop Invertebrate Alternative In vivo Skin Corrosion Test

Work published in Environmental Pollution describes an invertebrate alternative in vivo skin corrosion test that reportedly is more sensitive to acids and alkalis than traditional skin models.

The development of molecules to interact with the nervous system has expanded skin care into neurocosmetics, and this trend has moved into hair and scalp care. This report identifies biological targets for the development of such actives, and their potential to improve hair and scalp care cosmetic products.

Neuro-cosmetic Targets for Scalp and Hair Care

This report identifies biological targets for the development of such actives, and their potential to improve hair and scalp care cosmetic products.

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Bacteria-derived Melanin Displays Array of Cosmetic Benefits

Research published in Preprints explores the potential of melanin produced by marine bacteria for photoprotection, antioxidant and antimicrobial benefits.

In this study, a clinical trial was conducted to confirm whether a mixture of amino acids, copper and hyaluronic acid that the authors developed stimulated ECM proteins and anti-aging effects on the skin.

Amino Acid, Copper and HA Blend Shown to Stimulate Elastin, Collagen

A recent clinical trial showed that a mixture of amino acids, copper and hyaluronic acid could stimulate extracellular matrix proteins and impart anti-aging effects in the skin.

Work published in Cosmetics outlines how reducing water activity in o/w emulsions by using natural humectants can provide a formulation preservation strategy while improving the skin's barrier function.

Water Activity Strategy Boosts Microbial Stability and Barrier Function

Work published in Cosmetics outlines how reducing water activity in o/w emulsions by using natural humectants can provide a formulation preservation strategy while improving the skin's barrier function.

This study was meant to compare the photoprotection of organic sunscreens that are formulated with antioxidant combinations against VL+UVA1-induced effects. The efficacy was compared with a commercially available tinted sunscreen.

Antioxidant-rich Sunscreens Protect Against the UVA1 + Visible Range

A recent study assessed the photoprotection provided by organic sunscreens formulated with antioxidants against visible light (VL) + UVA1-induced effects.

The addition of sodium metaphosphate to Compact HA significantly increased the water content in the stratum corneum.

Shiseido Develops Shape-shifting HA to Hydrate Skin

The new technology shrinks hyaluronic acid (HA) via the addition of magnesium ions (Mg ions), to facilitate its penetration, then re-expands the HA by adding sodium metaphosphate.

In previous work, Shiseido found that magnesium restores the skin barrier; here, the team identified its moisturizing and protective effects, along with their mechanisms.

Shiseido Finds Mg2+ Boosts Epidermal HA and Spermidine for Skin Protection

Shiseido Co., in collaboration with Gifu Pharmaceutical University, has found that magnesium ions (Mg2+) promote cellular hyaluronic acid (HA) production and induce spermidine for antioxidative protection.

The study showed that 94% of acne patients had systemic omega-3 fatty acids well below (8-11%) the recommended levels.

Could Omega-3 Nutritionals Resolve the Acne Crisis?

Research presented during the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology Spring Symposium identified that 100 patients diagnosed with acne had low systemic omega-3 fatty acid levels.

Exploring the performance and acceptability of dexpanthenol-containing hand cream, researchers conducted a study on adult subjects that were considered sensitive and very dry skin on their hands for daily application.

Dexpanthenol-containing Hand Cream Improves Sensitive and Dry Skin

Exploring the performance and acceptability of a dexpanthenol-containing daily hand cream, researchers conducted a study in adult subjects with sensitive and very dry skin on their hands.

Researchers investigated an extract of the alpine plant edelweiss for its ability to modulate hair follicle growth ex vivo and inhibit hair loss while increasing hair regeneration in vivo.

Researchers Find Edelweiss Inhibits Catagen Phase, Increases Hair Density

Researchers investigated an extract of the Alpine plant edelweiss ex vivo for its potential to modulate hair follicle growth and inhibit hair loss and in vivo for its ability to increase hair regeneration.

Ascorbic acid easily reacts with components in the environment, e.g., oxygen, photons and water, resulting in a color change.

Patent Pick: Avon on Stabilizing Ascorbic Acid

According to the inventors, polyhydric alcohols are key.

Bakuchiol Shown to Reverse Cellular Mechanisms of Facial Aging

A paper published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science describes work to determine the activity profile of bakuchiol in vitro, ex vivo and in vivo in comparison with retinol.

Niacinamide, also known as vitamin B3, can boost both the numbers and effectiveness of the skin’s natural AMPs.

Unilever x IBM x STFC Research Reveals Niacinamide to Boost Skin Defenses

Niacinamide, also known as vitamin B3, can boost both the numbers and effectiveness of the skin’s natural AMPs.

The combination can be used to stably suspend actives for products to decrease under-eye puffiness and/or crepiness and improve skin feel.

Patent Pick: Mary Kay Finds Clay/Gum Combo Suspends Actives Stably

Mary Kay inventors identified a combination of attapulgite clay, polyurethane-39 and acacia gum-encapsulated xanthan gum can suspend actives stably, such as at high pH and during freeze/thaw cycles, in a topical "instant effect eye cream" formula.

A real challenge in the assessment of consumer emotional responses has been the need for validated but meaningful measures. Commentary outlined are benefits and drawbacks of various methods and asks the larger question of precisely what’s being measured.

The Emotion Paradox in Product Testing: A Commentary

A real challenge in the assessment of consumer emotional responses has been the need for validated but meaningful measures. Commentary outlined are benefits and drawbacks of various methods and asks the larger question of precisely what’s being measured.