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In Memory of J. Leon Lichtin

J. Leon Lichtin, PhD, founder of the University of Cincinnati cosmetic science program, passed away on June 10, 2014, at the age of 90.

The Professional Face of Skin Care

Skin care practice is often culturally ingrained and guided by ritual. There are numerous professions concerned with the skin: the dermatologist, the dermatology nurse, the esthetician and even the skin care sales assistant. Their expertise, approach, perspective and degree of authority in skin care decision-making is different. Yet, finding common denominators is beneficial, and all of these professionals are skin care consumers themselves.

Comparatively Speaking: The Meaning of Subscripts

In this look at chemical structures, Tony O'Lenick reviews the meaning of subscripts in the context of polymers.

Effects of Occlusion (II): Wound Healing

This is the second article in a series discussing effects of occlusion on skin. (The series opened in November 2003 with a focus on percutaneous absorption.) The present article focuses on the effects of occlusive and semipermeable membranes on wound healing and summarizes related data.

In support of Symrise's Hydrolite 7 green launch, the company has filed patent applications with other active, filters and more.

Symrise Files Range of Patent Applications

In support of Symrise's Hydrolite 7 green launch, the company has filed patent applications with other actives, filters and more.

Patent Picks—Autophagy for Skin, Hair Color; Luster Pigment; Depigmenting Compounds and More in Color and Coloration

Patent Picks are compiled by the editors from publicly available sources. This edition features inventions that relate to color cosmetics and skin coloration, including autophagy to regulate skin and hair color, layered and luster pigments for cosmetics, mineral powder with high dispersion, approaches for depigmenting and evening out skin tone, and more.

Compass: For the Love of Formulating

This issue of Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine extends to readers an assorted bouquet of fresh topics to consider for the love of formulating.

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In the Thick of It (continued)

This article continues the discussion from our print edition on the relationship between structure and function for polyelectrolyte crosspolymers. Click through to read Part II in our Digital Edition.

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Nutritional Requirements of Mature Women Examined

Professor Ronni Chernoff examines the nutritional requirements of older women in, “Supplement: Women and Micronutrients: Addressing The Gap Throughout The Life Cycle.”

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Evoking Emotion: The Impact of Hair

Following is a brief review of recent hair aging research and emotional connections with consumers. Premature graying and other changes in hair with age are a significant cause of low-self esteem.

The Probiotic Nature of Normal Microflora

The normal microflora of humans consists of bacteria, yeasts, fungi and possibly viruses. Recent studies are revealing that many of their actions are like those of the normal microflora present in the intestinal tract and on the skin and mucus membranes.

A recent Unilever patent discloses a low soap content composition that was found to enhance the availability of benefit agents deposited from a rinse-off formula.

Patent Review: Rinse-off Cleansing Compositions

A recent Unilever patent discloses a low soap content composition that was found to enhance the availability of benefit agents deposited from a rinse-off formula.

At the Awards Luncheon, Rachel Grabenhofer awarded the Frontiers of Science Award, which is sponsored by Cosmetics & Toiletries, to Joseph Schwarcz, PhD.

Frontiers of Science Supports Cosmetic Research

On Dec. 12, 2013, at the Society of Cosmetic Chemists' (SCC) Annual Scientific Meeting & Technology Showcase, Rachel Grabenhofer, presented the Frontiers of Science Award to Joseph Schwarcz, PhD, from McGill University, on behalf of Cosmetics & Toiletries.

Molecular Weight of Compound vs. Polymer

Compounds generally have one molecular weight but polymers are different; their molecular weight usually is a bell-shaped curve of a distribution of molecular weights.

The First Genealogy of Personal Care

To provide both the suppliers and the cosmetics industry with a point of orientation, Symrise has created a genealogy of personal care products.

Role of Photography in Acne Metrics*

To optimally treat acne, an accurate severity assessment is required1 and while visual assessments have relied on text descriptions, lesion counting and photographic methods, an ideal grading system would be more accurate and reproducible. Further, its ease of use, and time and monetary costs are also important. Here, the authors consider different approaches for improved acne assessments using photography.

The Balancing Act of Multifunctional Cosmetics

The success of BB creams is undeniable, and it has launched an alphabet-heavy trend in both skin and hair care. However, what challenge does this pose for formulators? During the C&T Summit, Prithwiraj Maitra, PhD, will discuss the challenges of multifunctional products and their components from a material scientist's perspective.

Exploring the Depths of Percutaneous Penetration

The Perspectives in Percutaneous Penetration (PPP) conference recently was held at the Palais des Congrès de La Grande Motte. Following are some highlights most relevant to the cosmetics and personal care industry.

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