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Determining Korean Consumers’ Degree of Exposure to Lipstick and Face Creams

This study describes methods used in a Korean study to calculate consumer exposure to lipstick and face creams. The average amount applied daily was estimated and compared with data collected by weighing containers before and after use. The data collected was 1.8 to 1.6 times greater than the estimate, so although the survey represented real use patterns, the actual data was more accurate.

Determining Korean Consumers’ Degree of Exposure to Lipstick and Face Creams

This study describes methods used in a Korean study to calculate consumer exposure to lipstick and face creams. The average amount applied daily was estimated and compared with data collected by weighing containers before and after use. The data collected was 1.8 to 1.6 times greater than the estimate, so although the survey represented real use patterns, the actual data was more accurate.

Determining Korean Consumers’ Degree of Exposure to Lipstick and Face Creams

This study describes methods used in a Korean study to calculate consumer exposure to lipstick and face creams. The average amount applied daily was estimated and compared with data collected by weighing containers before and after use. The data collected was 1.8 to 1.6 times greater than the estimate, so although the survey represented real use patterns, the actual data was more accurate.

The Effect of Skin Metabolism on the Absorption of Chemicals

Skin expresses enzymes that can metabolize endogenous molecules but little is known regarding how they impact the delivery of xenobiotics. This review of recent works shows that skin metabolism alters the dermal absorption of lipophilic compounds, which opens new areas of investigation regarding the safety and efficacy of topically applied cosmetics.

The Effect of Skin Metabolism on the Absorption of Chemicals

Skin expresses enzymes that can metabolize endogenous molecules but little is known regarding how they impact the delivery of xenobiotics. This review of recent works shows that skin metabolism alters the dermal absorption of lipophilic compounds, which opens new areas of investigation regarding the safety and efficacy of topically applied cosmetics.

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Beating the Damaging Effects of Heat on Hair

Heat treatments are among the more popular methods for achieving straight hair, yet their high temperatures are quite damaging to the hair’s structures. Learn about the damaging effects and suggested solutions for repairing heat-damaged hair.

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Don’t Count On Genetics, Sunscreens are the Best Bet

In a podcast with P&G scientists Frauke Neuser, Ph.D. and Rosemarie Osborne, Ph.D., Cosmetics & Toiletries learned about genetic studies in support of the Olay brand, and more. Following is an excerpt.

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A Sunny Proposition: The Effects of Sun on Hair

While not nearly as well-documented as skin, plenty of literature indicates the sun can have damaging effects on hair.

Shaving And Its Effects On Percutaneous Absorption In The Skin

Shaving and its Effects on Percutaneous Absorption in the Skin*

Despite its being an area of concern for many years, the percutaneous absorption of cosmetics has not been rigorously studied. Additionally, the effects of shaving on this process are relatively unknown. An overview of recent research reveals that more research in this area is required.

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Assessing the Impact of Hair Damage Types on Color Retention

This article reviews and assesses damage types caused to hair before and after artificial coloration, i.e., by bleaching, perming, heat treatment, UV exposure and shampooing, to compare how they impact color durability individually and combined. Formulation emerges as the key to designing shampoos that efficiently deliver actives to improve color protection against these and other damage types.

Assessing the Impact of Hair Damage Types on Color Retention

This article reviews and assesses damage types caused to hair before and after artificial coloration, i.e., by bleaching, perming, heat treatment, UV exposure and shampooing, to compare how they impact color durability individually and combined. Formulation emerges as the key to designing shampoos that efficiently deliver actives to improve color protection against these and other damage types.

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Influence of pH on the Preservative Boosting Effect of Chelating Agents

A system based on phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin (euxyl® PE 9010) from Schülke & Mayr is described here to boost the efficacy of preservatives. To substantiate its efficacy, the effects of the system were checked at pH levels of both 7.0 and 5.0.

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Influence of pH on the Preservative Boosting Effect of Chelating Agents

A system based on phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin (euxyl® PE 9010) from Schülke & Mayr is described here to boost the efficacy of preservatives. To substantiate its efficacy, the effects of the system were checked at pH levels of both 7.0 and 5.0.

Using Skin Models to Assess the Effects of a Skin Care Emulsion on Skin Barrier Function

This study utilizes a 3D skin model to investigate barrier repair after damage with SDS and application of a skin care emulsion; it also demonstrates the suitability of using 3D skin models to study barrier repair.

Evaluating Shine on Hair

Marketing research studies have shown that shine is one of they key benefits that women expect from hair care products, particularly from shampoos and conditioners. This article defines shine in the context of hair care and discusses ways to measure it.

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Ones to Watch: Hailey Kim

Our "Ones to Watch" series features up-and-comers in and around our industry who have limited experience but unlimited potential. Here, meet Hailey Kim, of Henkel Beauty Care Hair.

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Ones to Watch: John Jiménez

New innovators will help shape our industry’s future, so it’s like being given a crystal ball. In this new series, "Ones to Watch," Cosmetics & Toiletries features up-and-comers in and around our industry who have limited experience but unlimited potential. This month, meet Belcorp's John Jiménez.

Ones to Watch: Hakan Sevinc

"Ones to Watch" is a series from Cosmetics & Toiletries featuring up-and-comers in and around our industry who have limited experience, but unlimited potential. This month meet Hakan Sevinc of B'iota Laboratories.

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