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[video] Skin Whitening Market and Research Insights

May 23, 2018

The skin lightening market is expected to reach US $24 billion by 2027. However, the market could face limitations due a lack of clinical efficacy evidence. As such, research including that demonstrated by Amway, in this video, will be crucial to keep the momentum moving.

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

Mar 29, 2018 | Quinn Ryder, Maureen Danaher, Erica Segura and Durant Scholz, Active Concepts, LLC, Lincolntown, NC USA

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.

Words from Wiechers on 'Snake Oil Sellers'

Feb 12, 2018 | Anthony J. O'Lenick, Jr., and the late Johann W. Wiechers, Ph.D.

Now more than ever, "snake oil sellers" have access to consumers, which may be, in part, why the industry is consistently under attack. In this first installment of our new "Words from Wiechers" series, column editor Tony O'Lenick shares lessons for the betterment of both formulas and the industry's overall credibility.

[podcast] Author Commentary: Fabio Apone, Ph.D., on Cold Stress Skin Damage

Jan 8, 2018 | Rachel Grabenhofer with Fabio Apone, Ph.D., Arterra Bioscience and Vitalab

The mechanisms of cold stress damage in skin are a new focus for cosmetics research. In his January 2018 article, Fabio Apone, Ph.D., explains these mechanisms; in relation, in this Author Commentary podcast, he shares what drove his team’s interest in this area and the next steps. Listen now!

Cold Stress Damage, Banished: Daphne odora Extract Improves Skin Moisture and Healing

Jan 8, 2018 | Marida Bimonte, Ph.D., Antonietta Carola, Annalisa Tito, Ph.D., Ani Barbulova, Ph.D., Adriana De Lucia, Ph.D., Fabrizio Del Piaz, Ph.D., Fabio Apone, Ph.D., Fabio Apone, Ph.D., and Gabriella Colucci, Ph.D.

Cold stress can affect the integrity of the skin. In relation, compounds synthesized by plants under environmental stress have been characterized for their protective effects; although limited data relates to cold stress. This article explores an extract from Daphne odora cell cultures to address cold stress-related damage including dryness, cutaneous micro-lesions and inflammation.

Industry Insight: Probing Deeper to Further Skin Aging Research

Jan 8, 2018 | Rachel Grabenhofer with Tracy Wang, Ph.D., Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson can see the future—of skin aging, that is. How? Using a novel imaging technique. Tracy Wang, Ph.D., describes it here, in an adaptation from our recent podcast interview.

Oxygeskin Tested for Efficacy to Fight Blue Light

Nov 20, 2017

Blue light damages skin. As such, Silab sought to prove its active ingredient could fight against potential damage. Oxygeskin was proven to recover a fresh and uniform complexion while reinvigorating skin oxygenation.

Shrinking Pores at Their Core: Gallic Acid Derivate Controls ROS and Sebum Factors

Nov 16, 2017 | H. Chajra, A. Scandolera, M. Meunier and M. De Tollen, Givaudan Active Beauty, Toulouse and Pomacle, France

This study proposes a unique molecule derived from gallic acid to prevent enlarged and clogged facial pores. The ingredient is partly activated by the microbiome and protects against oxidative stress and excess sebum—two key factors at the core of enlarged pores.

Silab’s Whitonyl Witnesses New Data

Sep 18, 2017

Silab’s active helps control melanogenesis and its environment, and the company has come up with new data to prove the ingredient's efficacy. This ingredient can be utilized to enhance complexion radiance, with depigmenting and lightening action.

Antidote for Aging: Synthetic Viper Venom Smooths Over a Cross-cultural Concern

Sep 2, 2017 | Remo Campiche, Marc Heidl, Rainer Voegeli and Dominik Imfeld, DSM Nutritional Products, Kaiseraugst, Switzerland; Pierre Séroul, Newtone Technologies, Lyon, France; and Anthony V. Rawlings, AVR Consulting Ltd., Northwich, England

DABBA is a synthetic peptide that mimics Waglerin-1, a toxin from the temple viper. It is shown here to reversibly inhibit muscular contraction and reduce wrinkle formation, and to induce the expression of genes that improve collagen fiber maturation. Notably, differences in anti-wrinkle effects were observed in different ethnicities.

Tomatoes Linked to Decreased Skin Cancer Risk

Aug 9, 2017

Tomatoes may be the future of skin cancer prevention, according to new research in Scientific Reports. A study found that the carotenoids in tomatoes have the potential to protect against UV light.

[podcast] Is Anti-pollution Care Really Relevant in Hair?

Jun 12, 2017 | Rachel Grabenhofer, Cosmetics & Toiletries, with Erik Schulze zur Wiesche, Ph.D., Henkel

Some experts are skeptical over the prospects of anti-pollution care for hair, but not Erik Schulze zur Wiesche, Ph.D., of Henkel. As he describes in this exclusive podcast, the damage is real, measurable—and rectifiable. Listen now!

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