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Hypersensitive Skin: Classification and Potential Risk from Cosmetic Formulations

Considering the potential for reactions between cosmetics and hypersensitive skin, the present article will focus on this skin type; first by outlining mechanisms of type I and IV hypersensitization, then by focusing on type I immunogenic vs. non-immunogenic urticaria. Potential urticariogens in cosmetics are considered, and suggestions for future direction are given.

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Carotenoids: In Skin’s Defense

Interest has grown in oxidation processes related to aging, especially since their intensity increases with age. As such, interest in carotenoids, some of the best-known natural antioxidants, has been renewed. This article reviews their benefits.

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Safer Solar Protection Part II, Going Beyond UV Defense

Recent research has focused on nature’s ways of protecting living organisms, from plankton and cyanobacteria to humans, from the sun. With the proper topical delivery systems, some of these biomechanisms may prove beneficial to consumers and marketers.

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Climate Change, Beauty’s Influence and a Sustainable Path Forward

This article describes drivers of climate change and how our industry can mitigate them. It also explores the impact of climate change on naturals, novel farming/biotech solutions and choices formulators can make to support sustainability.

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Photostability Leads the Way: Formulating Safer Sunscreens

The need to prevent skin from UV damage is well-understood but the most effective way to achieve this is not. Here, a novel photostabilizer is presented in a test pump sunscreen spray formula as part of a total photoprotection strategy.

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