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[Review] Vitamin D's Role in Hair Loss
The literature review provides a brief overview of vitamin D biology within the hair follicle, its role in etiopathogenesis and the rationale for supplementation in various alopecias.
Animal Alternatives
ECHA on Combining Animal Alternative Data to Assess Sensitization
The ECHA recently published guidance for REACH registrants on reliably combining different sources of animal alternative-derived test data to assess the skin sensitizing potential of chemicals.
Literature/Data
HLD Framework Proposed for Cationic Ammonium Surfactants
A paper published in
JCIS Open
explores the development of a hydrophilic-lipophilic difference (HLD) model and HLD-titration procedure for cationic ammonium surfactants.
Literature/Data
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Clears the Way for Innovation
According to the agency, this will give individuals, businesses and the USPTO tools to clear away unused registered trademarks.
Literature/Data
Patent Pick: L'Oréal's Semi-permanent Hair Styler
This patent disclosure describes an aerosol containing a composition comprising one or more silicone acrylic copolymer(s) and from 30% to 70% w/w of one or more propellant(s).
Literature/Data
Quintis Sandalwood Presents Indian Sandalwood as CBD Oil Alternative
Quintis Sandalwood recently reviewed existing studies to assess the benefits of both Indian sandalwood oil and CBD oil. Findings suggest sandalwood oil could be used as an alternative to CBD oil in cosmetics.
Literature/Data
Dermala Receives Patent for Use of Human Microbiome to Reverse Skin Aging
Dermala's patented technology uses novel microbiome formulations and delivery methods to restore biologically "younger" skin and gut microbiomes in older adults.
Literature/Data
Comparatively Speaking: EFAs in Pharma vs. Cosmetics and COVID-19 Potential
In this Comparatively Speaking, Tony O’Lenick presents an edited excerpt from an article in
Inform
relating materials well-known by cosmetic chemists: essential fatty acids (EFAs). Highlighted here is their novel bioactivity in relation to COVID-19.
Event Coverage
IFSCC Awards Transfer Resistance, Gentle Touch, Psychological Anti-aging and More
From transfer-resistant cosmetics and scent-activated skin care, to a psychological approach to anti-aging, and a novel solid lipid nanoparticle + talc-based cosmetic excipient, the IFSCC 2021 Congress recognized some of the best and latest work in cosmetics research.
Literature/Data
Patent Pick: Mary Kay Finds Zinc Oxide Complexes Improve Irritation, Stability
Mary Kay Inc. inventors have filed a patent on a complex formed by a zinc oxide molecule and a molecule comprising an acidic hydrogen to improve the stability and irritation potential of various skin care treatments.
Literature/Data
Lubrizol Awarded for Skin Oxygenation Paper at Australian SCC Conference
Lubrizol won the award for best paper presented at the ASCC conference for its report on the ability of its Oxylance advanced botanical ingredient to oxygenate skin.
Literature/Data
Dermal Depths: Understanding Aging in Black Facial Skin*
How does skin aging progress differently in dark versus light skin? The present article reviews what’s known and elucidates the need for further research to describe and quantify aging in Black skin. Approaches to proper protection and care for dark skin also are outlined in brief.
Literature/Data
Phyla Friendly? Preservatives vs. the Skin Microbiome
An increasing number of products claim to positively affect or not disturb the skin microbiome. This has raised concerns over whether antimicrobials could negatively impact the microbiome’s composition and diversity. As such, this exploratory study examines skin microbiome composition and diversity after several weeks of exposure to a cream containing a preservative blend.
Event Coverage
Shiseido's Tsutsumi Wins IFSCC Award for Scent-Touch-Beauty Activation
Moe Tsutsumi, Ph.D., of the Shiseido MIRAI Technology Institute, received top honors for her podium presentation on touch-scent activation for skin beauty during the 2021 IFSCC virtual conference.
Literature/Data
P&G Research Shows Reducing Scalp Stress Improves Hair Anchoring
P&G Beauty's KeepItAnchored hair loss brand has published a series of studies finding that controlling oxidative stress in the scalp reduces hair loss.
Regional
U.S. EPA Outlines Plan to Regulate PFAS Across Industries, Authorities
On Oct, 18, 2021, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) unfolded its Roadmap to manage per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) across industries and under various agencies.
Literature/Data
Stirring Debate: Methylene Blue for Reef-safe Sunscreens?
Methylene blue was previously covered for its potential as an alternative "reef safe" sunscreen. This stirred some debate among readers, as the following excerpts from their comments reveal. See what you think.
Literature/Data
[video] Cosmetics R&D Vlog: Formulating for the Biological Differences Between Darker and Lighter Skin Tones
The beauty industry is becoming more inclusive with product offerings to consumers with darker skin tones. Cynthia Johnson, CEO and Founder of Cindy J Cosmetic Labs, LLC, offers insights into formulating for darker skin tones, particularly for mature skin. Watch now.
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