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VesCir Presents AI-driven ‘iCI’ Skin Care System at CES 2021
Jan 21, 2021
During CES 2021, VesCir presented an AI-driven “iCI” skin care system that uses science and real-time data to create a solution for skin concerns.
'Ordinary' French Cosmetics Become the First to Bypass China’s Animal Testing Mandate
Jan 19, 2021
France has become the first country in the EU to export “ordinary” cosmetics to China without testing on animals.
Kao and Tsukuba Univ. Scientists Devise Technique to Visualize the Depths of Skin Wrinkling
Jan 11, 2021
Joint research from Kao Corp. and Tsukuba University aims to uncover the depths of structural changes in skin related to wrinkling utilizing an imaging technique that algorithmically localizes backscattered light from skin into layers.
Soothing Moves: Cannabis Sativa Cell Culture Alleviates Inflammation
Jan 1, 2021 | Assunta Tortora, Marida Bimonte and Annalisa Tito, Arterra Bioscience SpA, Naples, Italy; Claudia Zappelli, Vitalab srl, Naples, Italy Fabio Apone, Ph.D., Arterra Bioscience SpA and Vitalab srl, Naples, Italy
The field cultivation of hemp is tasked by today’s large-scale demand. Here, a Cannabis sativa cell culture extract is proposed as a sustainable alternative. After initial characterization, the extract was tested as described here for efficacy against inflammatory markers for skin-soothing activities.
Testing Tactics in Skin: Keratinocytes as Sensory Nociceptors
Jan 1, 2021 | Robert Holtz, Ph.D., BioInnovation Labs, Inc. Denver, USA
Humans value senses of touch and warmth while enjoying their surroundings but pain and itch are also part of this experience. The present column explores Transient Receptor Proteins (TRPs), how they sense pain and itch, and their potential application in skin care and anti-aging products.
ROSS's Dual-shaft Mixer Provides Intense Shearing
Dec 21, 2020
ROSS has designed Model CDA-25, a dual-shaft mixer for increased shear and homogenization.
Words from Wiechers: Mediocre Mediocracy?
Dec 10, 2020 | Tony O'Lenick and the late Johann W. Wiechers, Ph.D.
In this installment of our Words from Wiechers series, cosmetic scientists are reminded to not just perform proper science, but also to communicate the results properly and in the right context to avoid misinterpretation—and misinformation.
Burt's Bees Proves Bakuchiol's Retinol-like and Turmeric's Anti-inflammatory Effects
Dec 2, 2020
Burt's Bees presented research during the virtual Integrative Dermatology Symposium proving bakuchiol's retinol-like activities for aging and sensitive skin, and turmeric's anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits for lip care.
Unilever Reports CPC Mouthwash Reduces COVID-19 by 99%
Nov 25, 2020
Unilever commissioned an in vitro study on its cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) mouthwash that showed it could reduce the viral load of COVID-19 in users by 99%.
Sabinsa Serum Clinically Proven to Prevent Hair Loss
Nov 23, 2020
Sabinsa has published a study in Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology showing successful results for its health serum in adults experiencing hair thinning and loss.
Study Reveals Factorial Model to Predict O/W Emulsion Stability
Nov 6, 2020
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.
Kao Dually Visualizes Vessels, Capillaries in Deep Skin Tissue
Oct 31, 2020
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.
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