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The model accurately predicted skin permeability and the speed of the UHPLC method could classify it as a high-throughput approach.

Test Model Developed to Predict Skin Permeability of Compounds

A test model published in the Journal of Chromatography A uses retention on octadecyl, cholesterol-bonded and immobilized artificial membrane columns to accurately predict the skin permeability of compounds.

To prevent and repair UV-induced skin damage, a sustainable ingredient was developed from Sargassum vulgare, a brown seaweed that naturally evolved phlorotannins to defend against UV damage. The algae was fermented using a proprietary yeast to enrich this bioactive content; the resulting ingredient was tested as described here for skin benefits.

Brown Seaweed Ferment Propagates UV Damage Protection for Skin

To prevent and repair UV-induced skin damage, a sustainable ingredient was developed from Sargassum vulgare, a brown seaweed that naturally evolved phlorotannins to defend against UV damage.

The Dermial ingredient, a hyaluronic acid matrix ingredient for skin and beauty, delivers better results for skin health over standard hyaluronic acid (HA) in nutricosmetic form.

Bioiberica’s Dermial Nutricosmetic Outperforms Extracted and Fermented HAs

A pre-clinical in vitro study showed the Dermial hyaluronic acid (HA) matrix nutricosmetic increased type I collagen production by almost half. According to Bioiberica, this has not been seen with standard extracted or fermented HAs.

For multifunctional products such as moisturizing hand sanitizers, the sanitizer claim requires a significant reduction (2-3 log) of a microorganism population while the moisturizer claim requires data showing an increase in skin moisture.

Testing the Safety and Efficacy of Multifunctional Personal Care Products, A Primer

Multifunctional products may offer solutions to consumer challenges but as the needs of consumers grow more complex, so do their safety and efficacy testing. This article provides a primer on these considerations.

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Reduction of skin stress by CBD products: Aiming high above the competition

The use of cannabinoid products is growing in popularity. Formulate with cannabinoids confidently with effective technology development strategy from Eurofins – download a free brochure on CBD testing for safety and compliance.

Silicones are widely used as binders in pressed powders but growing consumer skepticism has prompted the use of alternatives. The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy of three plant-derived natural binders in obtaining optimal pressed powders, using dimethicone as a standard.

‘Pressed’ for Powders: Replacing Dimethicone with Plant-derived Alternatives*

The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy of three plant-derived natural binders in obtaining optimal pressed powders, using dimethicone as a standard.

In StratiCELL’s MicroBIOS Platform, the company can now colonize reconstructed epidermis with an IA1 phylotype strain of C. acnes.

StratiCELL Expands MicroBIOS Platform to Test C. acnes

In StratiCELL’s MicroBIOS Platform, the company can now colonize reconstructed epidermis with an IA1 phylotype strain of C. acnes that will elucidate interactions between the skin and its flora.

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Stress and Psoriasis: How TCM Herbs Can 'Cool' Inflamed Skin

This study explores how TCM can be leveraged in skin products to holistically improve conditions such as psoriasis. In particular, properties of honeysuckle, Rehmannia glutinosa and rhubarb are described and tested here in vivo.

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[podcast] Blue Light, Pollution, CBD and More: Testing Today’s Cosmetics

CBD, blue light, phytochemicals and more are at the heart of today's cosmetics and personal care product claims. Learn how they are evaluated plus emerging trends in testing in this podcast, sponsored by Genemarkers. Listen now; it's free.

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Colorfast Effects: Reflectance to Assess Lip Gloss Water Resistance, A Proposal

This approach is tested for its ability to distinguish waterproof and non-waterproof products, and compared with in vivo results. Proposed here is in vitro method to measure the waterproof properties of lip gloss based on UV/Vis spectrophotometer reflectance values.

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P&G Research Shows Reducing Scalp Stress Improves Hair Anchoring

P&G Beauty's KeepItAnchored hair loss brand has published a series of studies finding that controlling oxidative stress in the scalp reduces hair loss.

With tighter cosmetic regulations in China, the country is watching for and subduing misleading or false product claims.

China Cracks Down on Misleading Cosmetic Claims—Here's How to Comply

With tighter cosmetic regulations in China, the country is watching for and subduing misleading or false product claims. To avoid penalties and ensure compliance, regulatory consulting firm ChemLinked offers solutions.

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Variability in CBD and Hemp Potency Calls for Advanced Analytics, Standards

Variability in cannabidiol (CBD) and hemp extract potency, even among certified products, impacts the reproducibility of in vitro gene expression studies. Brian Cook, of Nu Skin Enterprises, will present this issue during the SCC 2021 Annual Meeting.

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Validate the efficacy of actives, raw materials & products in preventing/repairing skin damage from environmental pollution

Learn more about The Environmental Stress Panel – an innovative gene expression panel developed by Genemarkers, the leader in applying state-of-the-art genomics technologies to personal care product development.

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Securing Skin: Polysaccharides Deliver Anti-pollution Protection

The present work tests the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of cosmetic polysaccharides for anti-pollution benefits. Air pollution is rising and can negatively impact skin. As such, anti-pollution cosmetics are trending.

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Words from Wiechers: All That is Good is Bad

We need to keep in mind that we may be able to maintain an appearance of youth and even measure the difference in a chemical marker in two people; but we need to avoid the Dorian Gray effect.

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Research Unpacks Cosmetic Packaging Design Process

A paper published in the International Journal of Manufacturing Economics and Management investigates packaging design from a product development view with an eye toward sustainability and biomimicry.

Formulating clinically effective products, including biological factors and topical restoration/protection, will be explored during Beauty Accelerate Virtual, to be held Oct. 18-21, 2021.

Beauty Accelerate Virtual: Formulating Clinical Efficacy

Both compromised and “normal” skin require extra protection in light of increased cleansing and sun exposure. Formulating clinically effective products, including biological factors and topical restoration/protection, will be addressed during this presentation at Beauty Accelerate Virtual—to be held Oct. 18-21, 2021.