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P&G, 23andMe Uncover Genetic Ties to Sensitive Skin

Research from P&G and 23andMe reveals new genetic associations underlying sensitive skin syndrome.

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Skin-stress Connection Key to Dermatoses

A recent book chapter released from The Essentials of Psychodermatology explores the biology of the brain-skin connection.

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Barrier Repair, Healing and Ethnic Variances in Skin: Literature Review

Derm-grade topicals and barrier repair products are expected to surge in demand. As such, this brief literature review presents work relevant to dermocosmetics and skin care.

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Patent Pick: Aesthetic Volumizing Spray Hair Powder

Henkel inventors have designed a hair powder spray to impart volume and a sense of softness to hair. A new patent application explains.

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Ceapro's PGX-alginate Tech Delivers Wound-healing Efficacy

Research by biotech firm Ceapro and McMaster University demonstrates the capability of the company's PGX-alginate delivery technology to deliver wound-healing efficacy. Their joint study will be published in Acta Biomaterialia.

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Patent Pick: Self-foaming and Moisturizing Facial Mask

Cosmax inventors have identified a combination of ingredients for leave-on, self-foaming facial masks that remove pollution particles from skin while maintaining moisturizing benefits. A recent patent explains.

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Aphid-secreted Galla Rhois Effectively Whitens Skin

Galla Rhois, secreted by sumac-dwelling aphids, was recently studied for tyrosinase inhibition and found to be more effective than several industry benchmarks. Results were published in Advances in Traditional Medicine.

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Shiseido Uncovers Elasticity in Capillaries for Anti-aging Approach

For some time, Shiseido has been studying the vasculature of skin as it relates to elasticity for anti-aging benefits. Recently, the company released new findings on the specific mechanisms at work.

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Honey Hydration: A Study on Skin

In May 2020, Molecules published a study focused on honey, honey extracts and bee products and how these can affect skin hydration and barrier potential. It was found that cosmetic matrices that contain higher concentrations of honey or bee products hydrated the skin more effectively than other extracts.

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Patent Pick: Jelly Fungus Glycolipids for Natural Preservative, Antibacterial Benefits

Glycolipid compounds derived from Dacryopinax spathularia (jelly fungus) esterified by isovaleric acid demonstrate novel natural preservative and antimicrobial properties. A recent patent from IMD Natural Solutions GMBH explains.

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Peppermint Refreshes Anti-inflammatory, Wound Healing Response

Recent work published in the European Journal of Biological Research highlights the key skin care properties of an Algerian peppermint essential oil.

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Patent Pick: Omniphobic Pigments for Lasting Wear

A group of researchers in France has invented an "omniphobic" pigment capable of adhering to skin and resisting sebum and sweat. A recent patent application explains.

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Comparatively Speaking: Lactate vs. Lactylate

Lactic esters are discussed in this installment of "Comparatively Speaking." Here, Tony O'Lenick explains how the presence of two different reactive groups on a molecule can be used to make a series of related products; but their only relationship is that raw material.

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Sweat-eating Microbes Power E-skins

Electronic skins for health diagnostics and monitoring require a reliable power source. Work published in Nano Energy leverages a solution whose supply is consistent: human sweat, and the bacteria that feed on it.

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Cellulose Nanocrystal, Lauric Arginate Complexation Key to Pickering Emulsion Stability

Work published in Food Chemistry shows how food-grade Pickering o/w emulsions display good stability thanks to complexation between cellulose nanocrystals and lauric arginate.

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EGCG and Jamblang SPF, DHA Safety and More: Sun Care Literature Review

Eventually, we will all emerge from our coronavirus quarantines to feel the wind in our hair and sun on our faces. This brief review considers sun care-related research to ensure that once we venture out, we're protected from solar insults, among others.

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Emulgels and Others Hold Actives and Delivery Potential

Recent work from Cuidad Universitaria, Argentina, and Universidad de la República, Uruguay, confirms actives can successfully be incorporated into previously-optimized bioadhesive emulgels without negatively affecting gel properties.

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Shiseido Puts the 'Pressure' on Anti-aging Skin Care

Shiseido has discovered that applying pressure to the skin stimulates the proliferation of stem cells stored in reservoirs that could impart anti-aging benefits.