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Method/Process
AmorePacific, Hanyang Univ. Dynamically Visualize UV Dose on SPF-protected Skin
Work by AmorePacific and Hanyang University, Seoul, published in
Skin Research & Technology
, reveals a dynamic approach to visualize UV dose based on MED, weather, outdoor activity, etc., on SPF-protected skin.
Magazine
Brown Seaweed Ferment Propagates UV Damage Protection for Skin
Sun Protection
TDF Blu Voile Sunscreen Found to Protect Against Blue Light
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New studies show JD Jojoba Oil reinforces skin barrier – Request a sample
Jojoba Desert’s newest studies show JD Jojoba Oil usage results in marked skin barrier improvement and superior moisturizing effect
Sun Protection
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.
Event Coverage
Future Testing, Safety and Formulating Headline the Sunscreen Symposium
"I am convinced the earth-shattering event [in sunscreens] will eventually become the greater awareness for the big difference between SPFindoor and SPFoutdoor," writes Uli Osterwalder, regarding new findings at this year's Sunscreen Symposium.
Sun Protection
Hallstar’s Sunscreen Testing Platform is More Science than Art
Hallstar’s patented Solasure™ platform is the dawning of a new age in sunscreen testing: scientific, quantified, uniform, repeatable, easy-to-use, and cost-effective.
