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Industry Insights: Q&A with Estée Lauder’s SVP of Global Clinical, Consumer Sciences on One-of-a-Kind Complexion Research

“A shade can be technically close to a person’s skin tone and still not look completely natural in every situation.”

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Combining Mild Cleansing and Lasting Hydration for Sensitive Scalp Care

Microbiome-friendly ingredients help support sensitive scalp care without compromising hair care solutions performance, and a product regimen combining rinse-off and leave-on treatments offers complementary scalp and hair benefits.

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Beyond Masking: A New Focus on Scalp Odor Prevention

Two separate in-vivo studies demonstrated that targeted antimicrobial treatments provide statistically significant and lasting reductions in scalp odor.

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Advancing Hyper-Personalized Cosmetics: A Dual Approach Combining Regulatory Methodology and Live A/B Performance Testing

A made-to-order, direct-to-consumer (DTC) model enables cosmetic brands to manage complex regulatory compliance for millions of personalized formulas while leveraging live consumer data to de-risk physical product renovations.

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Peptides and Their Potential Within Longevity Skincare

Strategic combinations of peptides can influence multiple anti-aging pathways simultaneously, offering a multifunctional solution for well-aging.

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Faster, Better Healing: Galactomannans from Ceratonia siliqua as a Novel Solution for Wounded Skin

Tested on a wounded, vascularized and immunocompetent 3D skin model, galactomannans from Ceratonia siliqua act on the four biological events of the skin healing proliferation phase.

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Unlocking Nature: The Secrets of Effective Botanical Extracts

To identify high-performing extracts, it is essential to deeply analyze the phytochemical composition of botanicals and correlate these specific chemical profiles with their functional benefits in hair care.

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How K-Beauty Advances Skin Care Through Next-Generation Delivery Systems and the Continuous Reinvention of Proven Actives

Current advances are driven by three distinct technologies: liposomes, exosomes and spicules.

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Brewing Up Biotech: Tea Catechins and Their Anti-Aging Impact

Tea catechins are gaining recognition in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries for their potential to mitigate photoaging, support skin homeostasis, and reduce hair loss.

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SILAB focuses on the study of crops to strengthen its botanical supplies

In 2023, SILAB invested in an Agronomic Studies and Research Center, with the aim of studying certain crops to ensure even more the security, traceability and durability of its botanical supplies. Discover its main missions!

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Acne Reimagined: Quorum Sensing, Peptides and the Future of Treating Acne

Seven pastel-colored cosmetic product swatches in pink, peach, orange, yellow, and mint tones

Formulating Forum: Exploring Natural Rheology Modifiers for Sustainable Cosmetic Systems

This article evaluates four rheology modifiers for their structural features, performance and sensory characteristics as green alternatives to traditional ingredients.

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Shea Butter Submicroemulsion for Transparent Silicone-free, Sulfate-free Conditioning Shampoos

This article explores the incorporation of a shea butter submicroemulsion to improve the performance of silicone-free shampoos.

Industry Insight: Exploring the Promise of Neurocosmetics

This article discusses what formulators should know about neurocosmetics and how they can be applied to address consumer demand and regulatory considerations.

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Evaluation of Perception Through Fashion and Food Adjacencies for the Cosmetics Industry

Cross-industry approach using projective testing can help spark innovation in cosmetics and personal care.

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Comprehensive Benefits of Peony Root Extract for Even-toned and Radiant Skin through AGEs Control

The extract addresses the three primary contributors to skin dullness: brown tone, black tone, and gray tone.

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Aveeno-Mayo Clinic Research Partnership to Combine Consumer Insights with Clinical Innovation: Q&A with Kenvue Senior Director of R&D

Two institutions come back together to continue their work in skin health research.

Recharge Skin in the Digital Age: Rethinking Longevity with SkinCharge CLR™

As digital lifestyles reshape daily habits, skin aging is increasingly influenced by prolonged screen exposure. SkinCharge CLR™ introduces a new approach to longevity by supporting skin resilience, comfort and appearance in an always-on world.