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Researchers Find Anti-inflammatory Benefits in White Tea, Witch Hazel and Rose

Researchers at Kingston University and Neal's Yard Remedies have reported that white tea, witch hazel and rose may hold antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits beneficial for treating skin aging and some inflammatory diseases

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Chocolate and Wine: The Perfect Match for Skin?

The International Journal of Molecular Sciences had us at "hello" this month, with a new study comparing the phenolic compounds in chocolate (actually, cocoa by-products) vs. wine (okay, grape seed) extracts for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory skin benefits.

Raspberry Could Ride Anti-pollution to the Top

Raspberry is trending, not only for its impact on skin erythema and melanin, but for repair and antioxidant benefits. It's in the perfect position to ride the anti-pollution trend to the top.

Influence of Skin Diffuse Reflectance on Sun Damage and Ingredient Efficacy Measurements

Current in vitro methods to assess photostability and antioxidant activity do not account for the diffuse reflectance of skin. Described here is an in vitro test that addresses this variable, mimics end-use product conditions and models photodamage processes. The approach is employed to determine the efficacy of an antioxidant from the Camellia sinensis (tea) plant.

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Patent Pick: Bolivian Folk Medicine Bioactives

Folklore meets fact once again, in a new patent application from P&G. Here, inventors explore achachariu bioactives for potential antioxidant, anti-aging and anti-protein-loss properties.

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Blue Light Protection Product Spotlight: Bubble Slam Dunk Hydrating Moisturizer

While this product is marketed mainly as a hydrating moisturizer, and its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory ingredients are listed as added benefits, what makes it stand out is its additional claim for providing blue light protection.

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For the Love of Microbes: Pigments with Super Powers

They're at it again. Microbes are spreading—but not to our blacklist, as once before. They've flagellated their way into our hearts as their powers are used for good, not evil—in this case, as producers of pigments having bonus antioxidant and antimicrobial benefits, as a new study describes.

Technically Speaking--Resveratrol

Polyphenols are among the botanicals reported to possess substantial anticarcinogenic and antimutagenic activities because of their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Ajinomoto Omnichem and Estée Lauder disclose topical compositions containing phosphorylated polyphenols1 in combination with a topically acceptable carrier.

TechEdge--Understanding Reactive Oxygen Species

One antioxidant does not address all of the different free radicals that may be formed by an oxidative stress. Thus it is best to use a blend. In selecting antioxidants, a chemist must consider concentration and the effect of synergies or antagonists.

Comparatively Speaking: Cofactors vs. Coenzymes

Enzymes for DNA repair or Coenzyme Q10 for antioxidant and antiaging benefits have become typical ingredients in today's skin care. Here, industry expert O'Lenick illustrates the difference between cofactors and coenzymes.

Combining CBD and Retinol is effective in improving skin quality.

Combining Retinol with CBD for Skin Quality Improvement

“CBD is anti-inflammatory and pro-healing in nature. I believe that the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties provided by CBD are an essential component of protecting the skin and contribute to the graceful aging of any skin type," says Dr. Few.

From Green Tea to Dibenzoylmethane Derivatives

Katiyar et al. have published a review on green tea polyphenolic antioxidants and skin photoprotection. Green tea is consumed as a popular beverage worldwide, particularly in Asian countries such as China, Korea, Japan and India, and it contains polyphenolic compounds known as epicatechins, which are antioxidant in nature.

Kojic acid’s skin-brightening effect relies on its antioxidant abilities, which protect the skin by neutralizing free radicals in the environment.

Inside Ingredients: Kojic Acid

Kojic acid’s skin-brightening effect relies on its antioxidant abilities, which protect the skin by neutralizing free radicals in the environment.

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Vitamin E: Defeating Free Radicals

One cosmetic strategy adopted to protect skin against environmental pollution is the inclusion of antioxidants in topical formulations. The present column reviews the synthesis and extraction of vitamin E, and its structure and utility for these applications.

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Brazilian Bamboo Boosts SPF, Stability In vitro

A study published in Industrial Crops and Products showed that the addition of bamboo extracts to commercial UV filters significantly increased their SPF and photostability.

Quintis Sandalwood recently conducted a review of existing scientific studies to assess the benefits of each to study how Indian sandalwood oil can be used as an alternative for CBD oil in cosmetics.

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.

Technically Speaking: Peptides in Hydrocolloids to Gel and Viscosify

This column discusses recent technology surrounding peptides in hydrocollids to gel and viscosify.

The structure and subsequent hydrophilicity of L-ascorbic acid do not allow for optimal skin delivery.

HA-coated Niosomes Drive Ascorbic Acid Deeper into Skin

Research published in the Journal of Encapsulation describes findings on the potential of niosomes coated with hyaluronic acid (HA) to deliver ascorbic acid deeper into skin.