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2025 Will See Faster, More Ethical and Accurate SPF Testing: ISO Approves Two New Methods
In December 2024, the ISO gave its long-awaited final approval of two SPF test methods that experts say are more ethical, economical and accurate than current approaches. One in particular is also reportedly faster, reducing analysis from weeks to days.
SPF/Sun
[update] How ISO's Endorsement of Two Test Methods Will Enlighten Sunscreen Development
Method/Process
AmorePacific, Hanyang Univ. Dynamically Visualize UV Dose on SPF-protected Skin
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Hallmarks of Ageing and Their Role in Longevity Skin Care
Recently updated to 12, the hallmarks of ageing describe the biochemical changes associated with biological ageing. Learn more on the primary causes of ageing and antagonistic answers to damage to build the best strategy for your product developments.
Sun Protection
TDF Blu Voile Sunscreen Found to Protect Against Blue Light
The skin-protecting efficacy against the effects of blue light irradiation was analyzed, as well as the quantitative and qualitative evaluation of protein carbonylation in human skin explants.
Sun Protection
Report: Superdrug Commits to Increase Sunscreen Testing on Darker Skin Tones
Superdrug has reportedly committed to include at least 35% of skin types 5 and 6 in its sun cream and skin care trials.
Literature/Data
Impaired Barrier Affects Skin's Sensitivity to UV Radiation
Skin care products that improve skin conditions associated with UV sensitivity, and include sunscreen are important for protection against the hazards of UV radiation.
Sun Protection
7 Years in the Making: CE Recommends In vitro SPF Double Plate Test Method
"... No in vitro method had [previously] advanced to the stage that CE could recommend it. So those who did not want to use an in vivo method could use any ... unvalidated method; this should no longer be the case."
Magazine
Are UV Tests and Protection Headed in the Right Direction?
Knowledge in sun protection has become more comprehensive, making sunscreen testing and development more challenging. This article explores what we know and what is needed in terms of sunscreen testing, regulation and consumer communication.
Safety/Stability
Research Reviews Non-penetrating Sunscreen Vehicles, Looks to Jojoba
Several "carriers for the future" were highlighted, such as lipid carriers, cyclodextrin derivatives, encapsulation approaches and non-penetrating sunscreens incorporating UV filters and jojoba oil conjugates.
Sun Protection
‘Cleaning Up’ Sun Care: Natural Wax/Surfactant Blend for Sustainable Performance
Many clean beauty edicts emphasize the replacement of synthetic ingredients with sustainable and natural-derived materials wherever possible. Maintaining the same or better efficacy, however, poses a formulation challenge. This article explores the efficacy of multipurpose natural wax/surfactant blend to replace several traditional materials with one.
Literature/Data
Nicotinamide Can Protect Skin Cells From UV-Induced Damage
Italian researchers have discovered that a form of vitamin B3 can help protect skin cells from certain types of UV radiation.
Safety/Stability
Sunscreen Absorption Makes Waves Again, FDA Shifts Toward Test Sample Selection
Questions of sunscreen absorption made waves once again in a recent report in the
Wall Street Journal
. Prior reports found no cause for concern while more recently, the FDA turned its focus to the selection method for sunscreens used in absorption tests.
Efficacy
Kao Takes the Heat Off Infrared-exposed Skin
By focusing on principle factors related to light wave interference, Kao researchers have identified a means to selectively block the NIR wavelength.