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Words from Wiechers: What is 'Normal' Skin Care?
This article series considers the many lessons the cosmetics R&D industry can learn from the late Johann Wiechers, Ph.D. The present installment addresses where to draw the line between a cosmetic and drug.
Methods/Tools
[video] Building Product Perceptions
Besides sight, scent is perhaps our most primordial sensory input. Here, Gabriela Daniels, of the London College of Fashion, explains a master's degree study on crossing sensory cues to elevate cosmetic product experiences.
Efficacy
[video] Natural Preservatives and the Microbiome
How might topical cosmetic preservatives influence one's microbiome? Here, Anna Crovetto, of Active Microtechnologies, describes research on this subject, presented during the latest IFSCC Congress.
Methods/Tools
[video] Tomonobu Ezure, Ph.D., on Shiseido's 3D Skin Scanning Tech
Ezure Tomonobu, Ph.D., of Shiseido, was recently honored for work on a means to visualize the individual components of skin. Hear more in this brief video interview.
Literature/Data
[podcast] Next Steps and Future Psoriasis Care
"Right now, I'm sure CeraVe will use these results to take a look at what market forces are driving [patient] choices," explained Neal Bhatia, M.D., in this last in a three-part podcast series exploring psoriasis care.
Literature/Data
[podcast] CeraVe, Ingredients and Psoriasis Relief
"Ceramides, urea and salicylic acid ... are all going to have a lot of impact on the disease process," explained Neal Bhatia, M.D. This second in a three-part podcast series explores the CeraVe brand, ingredients and psoriasis relief.
Literature/Data
[podcast] A Closer Look at Psoriasis Care
"Psoriasis [has] never really had—not like atopic dermatitis—a dedicated product line," explained Neal Bhatia, M.D. This first in a three-part podcast series explores the differences in these skin conditions, and the market for compromised skin care.
Efficacy
Your Hair on Acid: The Influence of Carboxylic Acids
Carboxylic acids are growing in use to alter hair's properties from the inside out. This column explores the efficacy of these materials and presents possible explanations for their effectiveness.
Tech/Equipment/Services
Good Vibrations: Spectroscopic Imaging to Visualize the Delivery of Actives
Understanding how actives are delivered is essential to product development and to provide scientific data in support of a product’s efficacy. Vibrational imaging spectroscopy is shown here to enable the visualization of the penetration of cosmetic actives into skin, hair and nails.
Methods/Tools
Sticking it to Hair Damage: Delivery Duo Protects and Repairs Inside and Out
To adequately protect hair from damage, an efficient solution should offer not only high coverage externally, but also penetrate hair to impart reparative effects internally. The present study explores the ability of a dual technology to provide these benefits, as demonstrated via analytical techniques.
Event Coverage
[video] Noodle Beauty Bars, Big Winners and Cross-modal Cues: News and Insights
With IFSCC last week, and in-cosmetics North America (and more) around the corner, there’s plenty to report in this week's video recap.
Event Coverage
BASF Breaks Through Pollution, Sebum, UV and Patch Testing During IFSCC Congress
Anti-pollution, oily skin, advanced sunscreens and more spanned the breadth of BASF's research presented during the IFSCC 2018.
Sun Protection
Latin Americans Need Better Sunscreens
Consumers need extra photoprotection in Latin America. Why? Marcelo de Paula Corrêa explains.
Tech Transfer
Could 'Mechanoceuticals' Drive Efficacy to New Depths?
A new force has magnetized the medical field; so-called "mechanoceuticals." Could they also benefit cosmetics?
Cosmetic Ingredients
Words from Wiechers: Without Penetration, No Delivery
This somewhat tongue-in-cheek edition of our "Words from Wiechers" series offers insight to improve the efficacy of actives.
Consumers/Market
Editor's Note: Consumer-centric Cosmetics
Consumers are embracing personalized cosmetics which is why "consumer drivers" is the name of the game for our September issue.
Efficacy
Testing Tactics in Skin: Targeting Senescent Cells for Anti-aging
Senescent cells that accumulate in the skin can deteriorate its functioning and accelerate the aging process. These cells can be targeted by active ingredients in skin care to delay the effects of aging.
Literature/Data
Mastering Microflora: Bioflavonoids for Better Skin Appearance
An imbalanced microflora can cause skin problems such as acne, atopic eczema and fungal infections. Here, authors analyze the ability of bioflavonoids to rebalance microflora and improve skin health.
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