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Patent Picks—Nanoparticle Diagnostics/Toxicology; Antioxidants for Skin Benefits/Product Stability; and More

Patent Picks are compiled by the editors from publicly available sources. This edition features the latest inventions related to skin health, safety, treatment and care.

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Bacterial Cellulose Mask, Oxygen Tension and Sugarcane: Facial Care in the Literature

This brief literature review explores recent research related to facial care; from anti-aging effects and anti-acne care, to sensitive skin.

Technically Speaking: Formulation Technologies and Other Topics

This column discusses the latest technology surrounding skin care, hair care, oral care, AP/DEO and sunscreen formulation. In addition, interesting raw material introductions for the personal care industry are also reviewed.

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Patent Pick: Plant Extracts Treat the Root Cause of Aging

'Rooted' in a new solution to extend cell longevity and delay aging are plant extracts including black cohosh, Valerian, ginkgo biloba, celery seed, white willow and passion flower, according to these inventors.

Researchers Identify Antimicrobial Peptides in Odorous Frogs

Researchers from the Kunming Institute of Zoology and the Chinese Academy of Sciences have identified a number of antimicrobial peptides in odorous frogs.

Maca root extract contains high levels of flavonolignans and glucosinolates that have reported anti-proliferative activity against several cancers.

Nutraceuticals Benefit Hair Wellness and Growth

A recent review published in Nutrients explored nutraceuticals to benefit hair wellness and growth especially in the context of endocrine therapy-induced hair loss in breast cancer patients.

Sytheon and Symbionyx have expanded research of isosorbide esters and were able to find ways of making IDMF a candidate to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis.

Sytheon and Symbionyx Transform DMF to IDMF for Psoriasis Care

Sytheon and Symbionyx expanded research into isosorbide esters and uncovered isosorbide di-(methyl fumarate) (IDMF) as a candidate to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis.

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.

An article highlights the potential dangers of UV VIS and infrared light and a need to further test natural products, while suggesting methods to further strengthen current sunscreen and anti-aging products.

How Natural Antioxidants, Iron Chelators Boost Sunscreens and Anti-aging Products

A recent article reviews the mechanisms of aging caused by excess ROS production due to UV, visible and infrared light exposure. Natural antioxidants with specific properties are proposed to strengthen sunscreens and anti-aging products.

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Inside Ingredients: Pot Marigold

Bright and cheerful, marigolds were considered a symbol of happiness to the ancient Romans—which is, no doubt, a boost we could all use right about now. Read on to learn more about the properties of this ingredient.

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C. acnes Assist: Evolving Skin Care for Changing Needs, A Commentary*

The present discussion explores the possibilities of utilizing C. acnes as a probiotic to address skin deficiencies as they change from adolescence to adulthood. While the technology to fully support this approach is still developing, the research suggests it could be a path forward for evolving skin concerns.

Caprylyl Glycol/Phenethyl Alcohol Blend for Alternative Preservation of Cosmetics

In recent years, the safety of traditional preservatives has been called into question. Therefore, there is a need for alternatives that are effective, safe and sustainable—and that are non-controversial. In response, the present work investigates a mixture of caprylyl glycol and phenethyl alcohol, which is shown to provide antimicrobial activity in various skin and hair care formulations.

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Editor's Note: Discontinuity and Your Inner Innovator

One innovative mash-up has been capturing consumer dollars: multifunctional color cosmetics. Whether fortified with SPF or moisturizing properties, makeup with added benefits is driving color sales. In relation, this month, we've created our own color and sun mash-up.

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Patent Pick: Fullerene Sunscreens for Next-gen Protection

Simplify, simplify, simplify. Poetic words on life from Thoreau, and a more recent edict from consumers—for product labels, that is. This notion is echoed by researchers at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, in a new sunscreen patent application.

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Topical and Dietary Paths Provide Synergistic Sun Protection

Lycored, a producer of natural carotenoids, released a study showing that dietary carotenoids may create a synergistic effect with sunscreens to better protect skin against UV damage.

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Patent Pick: Fermented and Natural Blend Comforts AD Skin

Topical cosmetics to relieve atopic dermatitis (AD) should soothe skin and suppress pathogenic bacteria, among other functions. A new patent application from Truezyme Co., Ltd., describes a fermented and natural blend with multiple benefits for AD.

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Sabinsa’s Research Review: Curcumin’s Immune Benefits

Along with other authors, Sabinsa’s founder, Muhammed Majeed, Ph.D., has recently released a research review analyzing curcumin and its immune benefits, which can play a possible role in COVID-19 prevention.

An oat-based topical skin care regimen was shown to provide relief of dry skin and itch for adult patients undergoing oncology treatments.

Topical Avena sativa Improves Skin Health in Adults Undergoing Cancer Treatment

An oat-based topical skin care regimen was shown to provide relief of dry skin and itch for adult patients undergoing oncology treatments.