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Modifying Hair’s Structure From the Inside

Changing hair properties is a regular function of daily-use treatments. But what other methods can be used? Altering the hair’s internal structure may be the next way to achieve these changes.

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Silab’s Mitokinyl Battles Urban Pollution

Silab has introduced Mitokinyl, an anti-pollution natural active ingredient, which fights damaging environmental stressers.

Controlling MicroRNAs to Fight Skin Senescence

The present article reviews the roles of microRNA in skin senescence, then explores how an extract of Plantago lanceolata, obtained through plant cell culture technology, regulates the genetic expression of specific microRNAs. Signs of senescence relating to dermal quality, density and thickness, and the appearance of age spots were assessed.

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Coiffed Conundrum: Equating the Measurement of Hair Shine

Shine constitutes the ability for light to reflect off of surfaces. For consumers, perceived shine is indicative of healthy hair. For marketers, it is the gateway to hair product benefits claims. But how can shine be measured to support those claims?

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VIDEO: Lesson Learned: Consumer Sensibilities are Crucial in R&D – Gallagher

In a recent exclusive interview with C&T, Kevin Gallagher, Croda’s retiring president of personal care/actives, revealed how being sensitive to consumer concerns extends beyond the marketing of products all the way into the lab. See what he talked about with C&T’s Rachel Grabenhofer.

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VIDEO: Gallagher Notes Innovation, Sustainability, Among Accomplishments

In a recent exclusive interview with C&T, Kevin Gallagher, Croda’s retiring president of personal care/actives, spoke about some of the significant accomplishments of his long career with Croda. See what he talked about with C&T’s Rachel Grabenhofer.

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Anti-aging Effects of Massage and Electricity

Recent research reported in Health Sciences shows skin moisture, facial fat and wrinkle depth improvements by classic facial massage, and increased oxygen uptake by electrical stimulation.

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Croda to Increase Global Reach and Innovation with Lab Expansions

Croda lab expansion and renovation project at North American HQ adds innovation, education and efficiencies.

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Balancing Sensory Effects with Improved Scalp Moisture

An oil-based moisturizing ingredient was developed to increase scalp hydration and improve TEWL, while also imparting desired sensory effects to hair. Instrumental and panel tests were performed, described here, which confirmed the ingredient delivered scalp hydration as well as wet hair detangling and softness to hair.

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Matmarine Blue Ingredient Leaves Matte Finish

To help produce a product leaving a matte finish to last the whole day, 2% of Lipotec’s Matmarine blue ingredient (INCI: Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract) was applied to a BB cream.

Photostability Test for Additional Sunscreen Claims, Part III: New Claim

Proposed here is an in vitro method, based on UV transmission measurements at two irradiation doses, to test and rank sunscreens based on their photostabilities. This approach was used to assess some 107 sunscreens and shows how, by strictly controlling key parameters, comparisons between the photostabilities of products can be made, with potential for new label claims.

Photostability Test for Additional Sunscreen Claims, Part II: Calculations and Results

Proposed here is an in vitro method, based on UV transmission measurements at two irradiation doses, to test and rank sunscreens based on their photostabilities. This approach was used to assess some 107 sunscreens and shows how, by strictly controlling key parameters, comparisons between the photostabilities of products can be made, with potential for new label claims.

Photostability Test for Additional Sunscreen Claims, Part I: Protocol Setup

Proposed here is an in vitro method, based on UV transmission measurements at two irradiation doses, to test and rank sunscreens based on their photostabilities. This approach was used to assess some 107 sunscreens and shows how, by strictly controlling key parameters, comparisons between the photostabilities of products can be made, with potential for new label claims.

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Croda Launches Crodabond CSA to Help Split Ends

Croda launched Crodabond CSA, a cuticle smoothing ingredient, which seals split ends and provides long-lasting repair.

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Patent Pick: Tight Junction Test

Patent Picks are chosen by the editors from publicly available sources. Today's patent describes cells designed to evaluate the activity of ingredients on tight junction formation in the skin.

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Alphorns, Cowbells, Magic and Gaming at IFSCC Zurich, part V

The 23rd IFSCC Congress, held Sept. 21-23, 2015, reported “more facts and less illusions” to some 550+ delegates from across the globe at the forefront of cosmetic product innovation.

Bernard Fink, of the University of Goettingen, discussed sexual selection and the biology of beauty in relation to skin condition.

Alphorns, Cowbells, Magic and Gaming at IFSCC Zurich, part IV

The 23rd IFSCC Congress, held Sept. 21-23, 2015, reported “more facts and less illusions” to some 550+ delegates from across the globe at the forefront of cosmetic product innovation.

More than 200 posters were presented on skin biology, hair strength, formulation technologies, epigenetics, skin sagging, anti-acne and more.

Alphorns, Cowbells, Magic and Gaming at IFSCC Zurich, part III

The 23rd IFSCC Congress, held Sept. 21-23, 2015, reported “more facts and less illusions” to some 550+ delegates from across the globe at the forefront of cosmetic product innovation.