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IID Brings Front-end Innovation to 'Derm-termined' Product Developers

The International Investigative Dermatology meeting is more than meets the eye—or skin. It's about future targets for innovative OTC/topical products. Just ask Rodan + Fields, Mary Kay, Estée Lauder and others.

[podcast] Biggest Consumer Concerns in Hair

"Today’s concerns are the same as they always have been," says Trefor Evans, Ph.D. "Although every now and then, a new attribute comes along." Learn more in this exclusive podcast and at the TRI-Princeton International Conference on Applied Hair Science.

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Epigenetics Make Sederma Ingredient Shine

Sederma's peptide ingredient is inspired by the K-beauty "glass skin" concept, and is meant to improve skin surface quality and contribute to a dewy complexion.

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Using Opposing Forces to Advance Wearables

A next-gen electronic skin has been developed that can detect opposing forces with new levels of sensitivity.

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Safeguarding Squalene: Lemon Myrtle Antioxidant for Pollution Protection and Oleostasis

Squalene becomes easily oxidized when exposed to pollution and UV radiation, which promotes skin inflammation, the production of poor-quality sebum, comedogenesis and wrinkling. Lemon myrtle leaf extract neutralizes squalene oxidation and can protect all ethnic skin types from environmentally induced oily skin, restoring oleostasis.

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Scale-up Success: Untapping the Potential of Computational Fluid Dynamics

Scaling up cosmetic products to manufacturing facilities is a common cause of formulation difficulties. Computational fluid dynamics offer a means to model and troubleshoot potential problems in advance, and could become a standard tool to reduce production costs.

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Countering P. acnes: In vitro Approaches to Anti-acne Testing

Acne is thought to be caused by the Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) bacteria, with widespread effects. The assays described in this article may provide a starting point with which to screen novel materials to treat the condition.

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Is Your Microbiology Lab FDA-compliant? Part I: Personnel, Facilities and Equipment

This two-part article provides an overview of areas relevant to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) inspection of cosmetic microbiology laboratories. Part II will appear in our July 2018 edition.

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[video] News and Insights from Cosmetics & Toiletries: 4/27/2018

Did you see last week's video from in-cosmetics in Amsterdam? We touched on a few trends but there was so much more. This week's recap gives additional insights and news in cosmetics R&D.

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Scale-up Success Requires Compromise

The in-cosmetics Global technical session on scale-up success was, in and of itself, a scale-up success as it left standing room only for a crowd of attendees eager to learn tips, tricks and best practices.

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6 New Trends in Cosmetic Technology

The topics described during in this conference session were but a sampling of innovation scattered throughout the in-cosmetics Global show floor. But their overall tone seemed to accurately reflect a larger future direction of the industry.

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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.

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New Exhibitors at in-cosmetics: Trade Associations and Media

Nearly 800 exhibitors will grace the in-cosmetics Global show floor this month. Where do you start? Why not the newcomers? Here, we've highlighted new entries under the "Trade Association and Media" category.

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The New Stir in Anti-aging: Small-chain Algal Peptides to Regulate Sulfur

Sulfur regulators such as small chain peptides (SCPs) and sulfide donors are an untapped sector for cosmetic science. The present work explores a natural compound to up-regulate cellular sulfur, affect the cell cycle and reduce signs of aging.

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More Than 20 New Speakers Added to in-cosmetics Line-Up

The speakers will address topics ranging from sun care protection, the long-term challenges of rapid innovation and emerging trends in Latin American markets.

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Test 1, 2, 3: Global Efficacy Testing Market Grows

According to a report from market research company TMR Research, the global efficacy testing market is anticipated to grow at a “robust CAGR” and attain a significant market valuation by 2025.

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The ‘Skin’ Crowd: Emerging Trends for Technology in Skin Care

As skin care becomes more scientific, consumers are making it a point to better understand their products. Apps and brands tailoring to the consumer experience are amassing a growing following, leading to shifts in purchasing dynamics.

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Intersecting the Senses: Synesthesia to Connect Cosmetics with Emotion

Synesthesia presents a great opportunity for innovative concepts in the cosmetics field. Considering its potential, a study was undertaken to develop a product design model based on synesthetic evaluations of tactile, audio, scent and taste stimuli, and supported by neuroscience techniques and implicit and explicit evaluations.