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Section: Testing > Efficacy
Skin Care
Pneuma Nitric Oxide-generating Serum Shown to Improve Acne and Scarring
A pilot study published in the
International Journal of Pharmaceutica Analytica Acta
describes how a topical nitric oxide-generating serum reduced active pustules, comedones and scarring by reducing inflammation and keratinization in acne.
Magazine
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.
Methods/Tools
OxiProteomics Nails Down Keratin Care Claims
As it turns out, even fingernails are not impervious to the negative effects of daily stress in the environment, as shown by a new test method developed by OxiProteomics. The company was awarded for its innovation at the Parisian event Cosmetics 360.
Efficacy
With Skin Sensitivity Up, SGS Has Tolerance Testing Down
In a market where skin sensitivity claims continue to rise, SGS proposes methods here to determine product safety for skin; one of which is a skin tolerance test, to which successful products are awarded an official "seal."
Efficacy
Total Breakdown: Recovering Anti-aging Efficacy After Collagen Fragmentation
When collagen breaks down, the broken fragments can hinder the performance of anti-aging actives over time. This column examines methods by which materials can overcome these aging-related issues in collagen production.
Claims/Labeling
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.
Method/Process
Bio + Chemo Guidance Uncover New Benefits in Known Naturals:
Murraya Koenigii
Extract Case Study
Murraya koenigii
extracts derived via various techniques were compared. One developed through chem- and bio-guidance paired with a natural deep eutectic technology uncovered lesser-known efficacies, leading to a natural active to boost elastin synthesis.
Efficacy
Aubergine Mutes TRPV1 and Boosts TRPV-3 and -4 to Reinforce and Comfort Skin
While the causes of sensitive skin are not confirmed, they most likely are due to a neurogenic inflammation after the enhanced activation of sensory proteins in keratinocytes. The present work tested the ability of a
Solanum melongena
(aubergine) cell culture extract to inhibit sensory mediators of discomfort and activate barrier-boosting pathways.
Literature/Data
Sourcing and Using Maca and Suma Roots
In recent years, interest in sourcing plant roots as active ingredients for cosmetic use has grown tremendously. Roots such as maca and suma are rich in secondary metabolites and, as described here, can have specific actions on skin to increase its vitality and response to environmental stresses.
Method/Process
Collagens I and III, and Elastin Activation for Anti-aging
As an alternative to semi-invasive facial rejuvenation techniques, the authors developed an active ingredient to reactivate senescent fibroblasts by stimulating metabolic pathways for collagens I and III, and elastin. The biological activity of the resulting ingredient is investigated here using in vitro models, ex vivo explants and human volunteers.
Efficacy
Dual Defense: Protecting and Repairing Hair Holistically, Inside and Out
Cumulative stress encountered by hair during daily grooming causes breakage and other forms of damage. This paper presents a holistic approach to protect hair from within and without by targeting the cortex and cuticle sheath. Fatigue testing and other assessments are carried out to determine efficacy.
Companies
Nature
and Estée Lauder to Honor Up-and-coming Female Researchers
In a new partnership, Nature Research, publisher of the industry-renowned journal
Nature
, and multinational cosmetics giant The Estée Lauder Companies will present early-career female scientists with awards for innovating and inspiring science.
Efficacy
Simple and Sensorial: Amino-modified Silicone Protects and Revives Hair
Multifunctional ingredients can simplify hair care routines by offering protection, performance and sensory benefits in one step. Herein, a terminal hydroxy amino-modified silicone is tested for its effects on hair breakage, drying time, wet and dry combing, colorfastness and more.
Event Coverage
[video] Big Wins, L'Oréal Acquisitions and More: This Week's News and Insights
What a week in the world of cosmetics R&D. From acquisitions to big wins and more, here's Rachel Grabenhofer with your video recap from
Cosmetics & Toiletries
.
Literature/Data
Hair Damage and Repair Literature: Sweet Potato Sochu and Red Clover
Hair thinning and loss; nourishing and bonding treatments; and scalp, curl and color care are among today's top concerns and trends in hair care. As such, we offer the following brief literature review with a look at recent research related to hair repair and damage.
Literature/Data
Restoring Hair and Scalp Health: Ceramide-2 Analog for Conditioning and Barrier Benefits
Since ceramides are essential for protecting skin and hair, the natural conclusion would be to use them as cosmetic ingredients. However, naturally occurring ceramides are difficult to extract and can carry a high cost. A structural analog to naturally occurring ceramide-2 was therefore developed.
Method/Process
Modeling and Targeting Cell Communication, Senescence and Immunoevasion to Support Skin Longevity
The present work sought to develop in vitro models to study the mechanisms of key hallmarks of aging: cellular communication, senescence and immunoevasion. The models were then used to test the efficacy of natural actives targeting these mechanisms.
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.
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