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A Dermatological View—Percutaneous Penetration of Amino Acids

Skin care products containing amino acids often promote the benefits conferred on the skin by these molecules. Natural amino acids found in the skin have been found to improve the health of skin through antioxidation, membrane stabilization and increasing skin’s natural moisturizing factor (NMF).

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Genetically Engineered Bacteria Produce a Rainbow of Natural Colors

While there are enormous regulatory hurdles to approving new colorants for cosmetic, food and pharma applications, this study represents progress in the search for naturally derived colors.

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No Eco-scuses: Packaging Can Conform with Natural Tenets

Consumer interest in natural products has not yet extended to eco-friendly cosmetic packaging, while experts estimate that 8 million tons of plastics leak into the ocean each year. With this in mind, sustainable alternatives to plastic packaging are increasingly needed.

A recent study conducted by Bajaj Consumer Care Ltd, aimed to develop a method to measuring oil penetration into hair in correlation to hair thickness and tensile strength.

Study Correlates Oil Penetration into Hair with Tensile Strength

A recent study by Bajaj Consumer Care, Ltd., sought to identify a method to measure oil penetration into hair and how this correlates with hair thickness and tensile strength.

Pollution and Aging: Antioxidants for Skin

Cell membrane-derived lipidic hydroperoxides, introduced into the skin by environmental stresses, seem to be key players in oxidative stress-mediated extrinsic aging. Imidazole-containing peptidomimetics can protect against their toxicity through a variety of mechanisms.

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Antioxidants in a Nutshell—Pistachio, to be Precise

Researchers from Tufts University in Boston had a nutty idea: What if pistachios could provide skin benefits? As it turns out, this wasn't such a tough nut to crack.

Water Content, Nanoparticles and Skin Penetration in Brazil: Lindo Maravilhoso!

Water content, surfactants, thickeners, actives, nanoparticles and skin penetration were among the hot topics presented at the biennial XXI COLAMIQC congress of the Latin American and Iberian cosmetic chemists. Held May 14-16, 2013, in São Paulo, technical sessions were paired alongside the FCE Cosmetique exhibition and trade show for both the cosmetics and pharmaceuticals industries.

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Glowing Review: Monk Fruit Encourages Epigenetic Well Aging

Monk fruit extract can be used in a holistic approach to target mature skin. It improves physical and emotional well-being by balancing the skin's epigenetic signature to achieve homeostasis. In this article, the effects of a monk fruit extract are tested on dermal structure, hyaluronic acid and skin radiance. Artificial intelligence also is used to assess its emotional impact on the quality of life in mature women.

Caprylyl Glycol/Phenethyl Alcohol Blend for Alternative Preservation of Cosmetics

In recent years, the safety of traditional preservatives has been called into question. Therefore, there is a need for alternatives that are effective, safe and sustainable—and that are non-controversial. In response, the present work investigates a mixture of caprylyl glycol and phenethyl alcohol, which is shown to provide antimicrobial activity in various skin and hair care formulations.

Assessing the Safety of Parabens: Percutaneous Penetration and Risk Analysis

In cosmetics, parabens are widely used due to their low cost and efficacy. In recent years, however, some reports have claimed that these materials exhibit estrogenic activity, which has led to attempts to replace them in formulations. This article reviews penetration studies of parabens spanning the past 20 years to determine whether they pose a risk to human health.

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Build the Basics, Optimize Products, Formulate Naturals and Penetrate Skin

In addition to courses for the beginning chemist, natural products and optimization of formulas, Cosmetics & Toiletries has added Physiology of the Skin, featuring Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, to its online training program. Buy at Suppliers' Day and save! Visit booth 1345.

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Elicitation of Rice Tissue Culture to Maximize Skin Epigenetic Modulation

Meristem cells of Himalayan red rice were cultured and elicited to produce secondary metabolites. Through an in vitro assay, rejuvenation was shown at the epigenetic level of treated cells. An increased expression of dermatopontin in keratinocytes, besides being a novel finding, implies that ReGeniStem™ Red Rice may be able to firm the skin and improve the skin barrier function.

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Epi-On™– Holistic skin recovery through epigenetic pathway – efficacy study

A weakened skin barrier can be vulnerable and irritated to the environment. With the cold weather coming, our skin barrier needs a faster restorative and rejuvenating treatment.

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Cosmetic Victories Finalist Profile: Penetrating Peptide for Enhanced ROS Elimination

Human eosinophil cationic protein was utilized as a carrier in this invention from ImDerma Laboratories to quickly penetrate skin cells and deliver high antioxidant efficacy with a low dose of EGCG.

Advanced Methods Measure Skin Penetrants at the Parts-Per-Billion Level

Healthy and intact skin was formerly considered an impermeable barrier designed to shield the living organism from all types of environmental injury, and certainly offering protection from all things chemical. Now skin is recognized as a semi-permeable membrane. Microorganisms cannot penetrate it, but it is pervious to chemicals, selectively allowing molecular passage in and out of the skin.

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Over the Top: Histone Deacetylase Inhibitors for Restorative Epigenetic Skin Care

The skin care industry has begun to explore epigenetics to ameliorate skin conditions. Within this field, histone deacetylase inhibitors (HDACis) are of interest thanks to their potent anti-inflammatory and other anti-aging effects. This article reviews their activity and utility.

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Measuring the Antioxidant Potential of an Acai Extract

The antioxidant potential of cosmetic materials can be evaluated by several methodologies, including a commercial kit that measures total antioxidant status, as illustrated here with a commercial extract from the fruit of the açaí, a Brazilian palm tree. Applications in antiaging products are suggested.

Measuring the Antioxidant Potential of an Acai Extract

The antioxidant potential of cosmetic materials can be evaluated by several methodologies, including a commercial kit that measures total antioxidant status, as illustrated here with a commercial extract from the fruit of the açaí, a Brazilian palm tree. Applications in antiaging products are suggested.

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