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Expert Opinions: Hair Repair and Damage Control

Following are additional insights from industry experts on the current market, opportunities for growth and related technologies regarding simplified textured hair care; vegan and "clean" repair; hair and scalp health; and more.

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Expert Opinions: Skin Care, Health and Hygiene

Following are additional insights from industry experts on the current market, opportunities for growth and related technologies regarding simple, stress-free, natural, microbiome care, eco-friendly and investment in self.

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Keeping Skin Radiant and Hydrated with BASF

Prevention is vital to preserving beauty and health. BASF’s latest anti-pollution concept features four innovative products to prevent distinct skin issues caused by stressing agents, like urban pollution.

Croda's Cystine Hair Smoothing System is a process that straightens many types of hair, from fine to coarse and also delivers protecting, restructuring and conditioning components.

Straightening Hair Safely With Cystine and Without Formaldehyde

To answer consumers’ desires for straight hair, and comply omit unsafe straightening ingredients, Croda has developed the Cystine Hair Smoothing System, which gently relaxes the hair’s natural curl without added formaldehyde.

Oral and Topical Echium Oil for Skin Benefits

In the present article, the oral administration of echium oil is shown to increase collagen levels in the skin as well as barrier functioning and skin conductance. When applied topically, the oil increases dermal structural proteins, which results in a reduction in fine lines and wrinkles, and inhibits UV-induced inflammation.

In Depth and In Focus at in-cosmetics

Although the aisles of the New Munich Trade Fair Centre in Munich, Germany, were less crowded for in-cosmetics 2009, attendees were more focused, driven and dedicated to their goal of absorbing information about cosmetic formulating in the 21st century.

The Quest for Avobenzone Stabilizers and Sunscreen Photostability

Butyl methoxydibenzoyl methane (BMDBM) is well-known as an effective UVA filter when it is stabilized. Here, the authors measure the efficiency of ten commercially available products that are reported to stabilize BMDBM. The most effective product found was octocrylene that, being a UVB filter, also contributed to the SPF.

Nanomaterials in Personal Care: Opportunities and Safety Considerations

So what exactly is nanotechnology and what are its applications in cosmetics and personal care? Nanotechnology is one of those terms that most think they understand—in the scientific community, at least—but for which most would struggle to provide a precise definition.

Metabolism and Modulation of Hyaluronan Levels in Skin

This is the last in a series of articles that review the literature on hyaluronan, which also sometimes goes by the name hyaluronic acid.

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Industry Insight: Cumulative Irritation and Moisturizing/Cleansing Ratings?

In a recent interview, renowned dermatologist Howard Maibach (HM), M.D., considered the cumulative irritation constant hand washing can cause and a means to restore the skin’s integrity in what will, no doubt, shape a future market trend. Following is an adapted excerpt.

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Editor's Note: Erratic Swings in Color and Care

As consumers are becoming DIYers due to COVID-19, this now coincides with dying hair themself with at-home hair kits and focusing even more so on hair and self-care. Our June issue is all about hair and scalp care.

Cosmogizmoceuticals: The Physics and Chemistry of Looking Better

This article presents skin optics and strategies to design cosmetics that more closely match normal human skin. Topics covered include the spectral reflectance of hemoglobin chromophores, spatial variations and color texture, and optical scattering and translucence. In addition, interference coatings are considered, as are examples of the interplay between home-use devices and agents that affect aging skin.

Coated Inorganic Filters For Elegant And Protective Sunscreens

Coated Inorganic Filters for Elegant and Protective Sunscreens

Inorganic UV filters must be distributed evenly to ensure sun protection. Further, they can present challenges of a pasty consistency and undesirable opacity when applied to skin. This paper therefore describes strategies using micronized titanium dioxide with different coatings to optimize its dispersion and protective benefits while improving processing and aesthetics.

Isopentyldiol for Improved Sensory, Formulation and Manufacturing Benefits

A novel safe hydrotrope and wetting agent with exceptional skin feel is evaluated here for its solvent power and versatility in cosmetic formulas. Key features examined are sensory properties, hair feel modification and improvement of foam performance in skin cleansers.

Barrier Function, Hair Coloring and Other Literature Findings

The following column discusses the latest technological advancements in the fields of hair care, skin care, oral care, sunscreen, color cosmetics and more.

Skin Biology Review: L Neuropeptides, Immunology and More

This article summarizes 31 papers recently published on skin biology. Among the topics are neuropeptides, toll-like receptors and a consideration of allergic reaction versus preservative action in finished products.

Devices Have Consumer Interest and Room to Grow

Women who use skin care devices have a high level of satisfaction. However, the penetration rates of these high-tech gadgets are low across most regions due to lack of awareness, indicating a significant opportunity.

Stratum Corneum: The Role of Lipids and Ceramides

This paper reviews recent findings about the structure of the stratum corneum and the different models developed to better understand its function and behavior. The roles of intercellular lipids and ceramides as its key constituents are discussed.

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