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Indian Sandalwood Oil As Potent Antioxidant

Indian Sandalwood Oil Is a Potent Antioxidant

Recent research has shown that when used in cosmetics, Indian sandalwood oil has anti-aging and antioxidant properties.

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SCCS on Methyl Salicylate: Safe Within Cosmetic Limits, Weak Sensitizer

The European Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) recently issued its preliminary Opinion on the safety of methyl salicylate.

Sabinsa has reached 308 patents worldwide in various sectors such as hair care, skin care and nutraceuticals.

Sabinsa Reaches More Than 300 Patents Granted

Sabinsa has reached 308 patents worldwide in various sectors such as hair care, skin care and nutraceuticals.

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How Broccoli Puts a Halt to Hair Loss

Sulforaphane, an isothiocyanate isolated from broccoli, has been shown to inhibit underlying mechanisms of hair loss.

An evaluation using functional magnetic resonance imaging has concluded, “applying makeup is a personally rewarding activity even for blind females as it strongly activates the reward system and the reward/memory system network, even in the absence of a visual area network.”

Research Finds Applying Makeup Activates the Brain in the Visually Impaired

A recent study utilizing functional magnetic resonance imaging concluded, “applying makeup is a personally rewarding activity even for blind females, as it strongly activates the reward system and the reward/memory system network."

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Shikimic Acid in Giant Sequoia Converts Fibroblasts, Regenerates Skin

AmorePacific researchers, among others, have bylined a study showing that shikimic acid in giant sequoia callus can reprogram dermal fibroblasts into precursor cells that facilitate wound healing, enhance dermal reconstruction and increase markers for collagen.

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Research Reveals Additive-free Synthesis of Low Hydrolysis Amphiphiles

Research published in Angewandte Chemie demonstrates mixing via the Staudinger reaction has the capability to synthesize amphiphilic molecules without the use of catalysts or reagents.

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[update] Comparatively Speaking: Solubility of PEG-8 Dimethicone vs. Deposition

The ability to regulate the structure of a silicone polymeric PEG/PPG surfactant to form a microemulsion presents a useful mechanism to maximize deposition. Learn how here.

The Western diet, characterized by high sugar and fat content, causes changes to the gut microbiome and leads to skin inflammation and psoriasis flares.

Diets High in Sugar and Fat May Contribute to Skin Inflammation

Research published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology shows that eating foods high in sugar and fat can cause dysbiosis in the gut microbiome and subsequently affect the skin.

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Study Reveals Adverse Shift in Skin Microbiome After Ocean Swimming

16S rRNA gene sequencing has revealed a detrimental shift in the human skin microbiome post-ocean swimming that raises the risk of infection. Results were recently published in Environmental Research.

Research has shown that methylene blue could be an effective alternative to organic sunscreens alleged to cause coral damage.

Research Marks Methylene Blue as Effective Coral-safe Sunscreen

Research suggests methylene blue could serve as an effective UV filter alternative to organic sunscreens alleged to cause coral damage.

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Enhancing Hair Health: Effects of Oiling, Inside and Out—Part II

This second installment in a two-part series reviews the literature for research analyzing the benefits of hair oiling at the corticular level; part one examined surface modifications in hair. Here, oil penetration is critically analyzed, along with its internal effects in terms of hair softness, flexibility and strength. These benefits are illustrated in both single fiber and bulk research.

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Shadowing Plants: Phytochemicals for Sustainable Sun Protection, A Commentary

Plants have evolved an array of metabolites to face photo-oxidative stress and irradiation. This article offers a commentary about how such phytoconstituents could support the development of effective, natural and sustainable sun protection.

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Industry Insight: Natural Therapy for Skin and Spirit—Avena sativa

In this "Industry Insight," Simarna Kaur, Ph.D., platform leader and R&D fellow for translational science at Johnson & Johnson Consumer Health shares J&J’s research to improve the skin condition of cancer patients.

The study published found antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities for the hair and scalp. Additionally found were color vibrancy and regional capabilities.

Essential Oils May Have Cosmetic and Dermatological Use for Hair Care

The review, published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dematology, found antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities for the hair and scalp.

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Does Beauty Desperately Need a New Hero Ingredient?

What's old is new again, according to cosmetic industry expert Akshay Talati. While this puts a creative spin on tried-and-true ingredients, are we stick in a chemistry loop? Talati explores this further in the following commentary.

'A simple combination of one atom of oxygen (O) and two atoms of hydrogen (H) creates H2O, the chemical formula of water. In this context, water is a chemical,' Deciem explains in its latest consumer-facing campaign.

[video] Deciem Clears Up Clean Beauty: 'Everything is Chemicals'

In a recently launched marketing campaign, beauty manufacturer Deciem put forth a consumer-facing message that much of R&D has been saying all along: everything is made of chemicals. Even naturals.

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LCF on Tips/Tricks to Industry ‘Survival’ and Cosmetic Trends

The London College of Fashion (LCF) recently held its digital “20 Years of Cosmetic (R)Evolution” summit featuring advice and insights from industry experts to graduates—and on the flip side, student insights from industry placement projects. Plus, a look at trends.