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Type: Article
Section: Research > Methods/Tools
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Preserving Microbiome Harmony: Antimicrobial Peptides Balance Skin Health
As an alternative, antimicrobial peptides were explored for their effects on the skin's microbial species using 16S rRNA and a novel comparative approach. In personal care, indiscriminate microbial destruction by traditional preservatives can unintentionally alter the thriving ecosystem that is the skin's microbiome.
Jul 3rd, 2017
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Solution Evolution: CER as a Universal Surfactant Balance Descriptor
There exists a need for a universal means to characterize surfactant behavior and miscibility. Presented here is the cohesive energy ratio (CER), which meets this need and serves as a tool to select surfactants for emulsifying any two immiscible liquids.
Sep 1st, 2017
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Reaching a Zen-like State in Skin: Biomimetic Peptide to Balance Sensitivity
Inspired by nature, biomimetic peptides are potent allies in skin care. This paper identifies palmitoyl tripeptide-8 as an effective modulator of neurogenic inflammation and provides clinical evidence of its protective and soothing activities in sensitized skin.
Apr 26th, 2017
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