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Study Reveals Factorial Model to Predict O/W Emulsion Stability

A study published in the Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmacognosy Research confirmed an approach to predict the physical stability and quality of o/w cosmetic emulsions using full factorial design.

Greenaltech Upcycles Algae in Algaktiv BioSKN, BodySKN Actives

Greenaltech highlights its upcycled algae-based ingredient line with two additions: Algaktiv brand BioSKN and BodySKN for skin care.

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Kao Dually Visualizes Vessels, Capillaries in Deep Skin Tissue

An imaging technique based on an automatic visual extraction technology has been developed by Kao Corp to simultaneously collect capillary and blood vessel information. This will further skin care research.

TriNutra's B’utyQuin is a natural, anti-aging ingredient from black cumin seed oil to boost the mitochondrial functions that slow with age.

TriNutra Study Confirms B’utyQuin’s Skin-boosting Properties

TriNutra has released recent findings of its anti-aging ingredient, B’utyQuin, underlining the ingredient’s ability to boost mitochondrial functions, respiration, metabolism and energy production.

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BASF Develops Tests to Verify Anti-pollution Product Efficacy

BASF has developed a multifaceted approach to test the ability of products to protect skin against environmental pollution. The in vivo and in vitro tests target four core mechanisms of action: anti-adhesion, removability, anti-penetration and cleansing.

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“COSMETICS LAB” magazine – Quality Control

Read about techniques used for quality control of cosmetics in "COSMETICS LAB" magazine. How to benefit from greener extraction methods, chromatography, NIR and more when demonstrating product safety

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The treasure of Gabès oasis to treat acneic skin

SILAB Softcare presents its second natural active ingredient ACNESIUM®, developed to prevent the clinical signs of slight to moderate acne in adults. Discover how it improves patient’s quality of life.

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Path Uncovered to Create Dermal Papilla-like Cells and Advance Hair Follicle Growth

Researchers from a group of universities in China have uncovered an approach to convert dermal fibroblasts into dermal papilla cell-like cells to advance hair follicle regeneration.

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Sabinsa's Research Shows Lactosporin as Anti-acne and -aging Active

Research on Sabinsa’s cosmeceutical Lactosporin has been shown to impart anti-acne benefits and is among the first published human clinical studies examining a probiotic metabolite; additional in vitro study examined its anti-aging properties.

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Mitigating 'Maskne:' Boldo to Balance Sebum, Bacteria and Redness in Acneic Skin

Peumus boldus (boldo) extract was tested for effects on sebum production, S. aureus growth and C. acnes lipase activity in vitro, as well as on skin redness in vivo. This work aimed to develop a natural ingredient to control sebum, inhibit microbes and their activity, and reduce redness in acne-αfflicted skin.

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Natural Mineral Water Shows Potential for Hyperkeratotic Skin

A recent in vitro study published in the International Journal of Biometeorology shows the potential of silica-rich thermal water to impart cellular homeostatis in hyperkeratotic skin conditions.

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Researchers Develop Device to Evaluate Blue Light Harm

Amorepacific’s R&D Center has recently published the reportedly first clinical evaluation method analyzing blue light and a way to screen the harmful effects of blue light on the skin.

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On-tape Method Detects Modifications in Keratin

A recent paper published in the Journal of Proteome Research explores an on-tape digestion test method to screen targeted modifications in human skin keratin.

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FDA Clarifies Executive Summary on Talc is Solely to Solicit Data

In response to concerns that the FDA's Executive Summary on talc could be interpreted as official recommendations, the agency clarified this summary is solely intended to solicit scientific information.

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Ascorbic Acid Penetration: Uncovering Spatial Distribution

A research thesis from the University of Nottingham describes how imaging via time of flight-secondary ion mass spectrometry reveals new insights about spatial distribution and ascorbic acid penetration into the skin.

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Sunscreen Absorption Makes Waves Again, FDA Shifts Toward Test Sample Selection

Questions of sunscreen absorption made waves once again in a recent report in the Wall Street Journal. Prior reports found no cause for concern while more recently, the FDA turned its focus to the selection method for sunscreens used in absorption tests.

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Method Designed to Assess Aggregate Exposure to Phthalates

Collective exposure to phthalates from the use of multiple cosmetic products was the focus of a new study, to be published in Food and Chemical Toxicology.

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Synthetic Microbe Cocultures Could Uncover Quorum Sensing

Research published in Trends in Microbiology explores how synthetic biology could be used to study quorum sensing within the microbiome to eventually control this communication for desired skin (and other) benefits.