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MoistureMap MM 200 Measures Skin Hydration Distribution and Texture Properties
The sensor gives graphical information on the near-surface hydration distribution and micro-topography of skin and other tissues such as textiles, plants, etc.
Efficacy
Colorfast Effects: Reflectance to Assess Lip Gloss Water Resistance, A Proposal
Animal Alternatives
ECHA on Combining Animal Alternative Data to Assess Sensitization
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Event Coverage
IFSCC Awards Transfer Resistance, Gentle Touch, Psychological Anti-aging and More
From transfer-resistant cosmetics and scent-activated skin care, to a psychological approach to anti-aging, and a novel solid lipid nanoparticle + talc-based cosmetic excipient, the IFSCC 2021 Congress recognized some of the best and latest work in cosmetics research.
Methods/Tools
AI Meets Metabolic Diagnostics for Precision Skin Care at SCC National
Personalized skin care can reach precision medicine levels when AI and machine lining are combined with imaging to assess several metabolic parameters. During the SCC Annual Meeting, Liyuan Ji will explain how.
Safety/Stability
Analyze, Optimize: Ensuring Pollution Won’t ‘Get Under Your Skin’
Anti-adhesion, removability, anti-penetration and cleansing properties were assessed in steps, as described here, to optimize formulas for effective anti-pollution protection. An approach was designed to test cosmetic ingredients and formulas for their abilities to suppress the negative effects of pollution in skin.
Literature/Data
P&G Research Shows Reducing Scalp Stress Improves Hair Anchoring
P&G Beauty's KeepItAnchored hair loss brand has published a series of studies finding that controlling oxidative stress in the scalp reduces hair loss.
Efficacy
[podcast] Blue Light, Pollution, CBD and More: Testing Today’s Cosmetics
CBD, blue light, phytochemicals and more are at the heart of today's cosmetics and personal care product claims. Learn how they are evaluated plus emerging trends in testing in this podcast, sponsored by Genemarkers. Register to listen; it's free.
Sensory
Wellness by Design: Positive Comparison Patterns to Engage Latin American Consumers Through Fragrance
A well-crafted fragrance that aligns with sociocultural values can inspire positive emotions in consumers. To achieve this, Positive Comparison Patterns (PCPs) in neuroscience are introduced here and used to elicit positive scent experiences in Latin American women.
Claims/Labeling
China Cracks Down on Misleading Cosmetic Claims—Here's How to Comply
With tighter cosmetic regulations in China, the country is watching for and subduing misleading or false product claims. To avoid penalties and ensure compliance, regulatory consulting firm ChemLinked offers solutions.
Event Coverage
Variability in CBD and Hemp Potency Calls for Advanced Analytics, Standards
Variability in cannabidiol (CBD) and hemp extract potency, even among certified products, impacts the reproducibility of in vitro gene expression studies. Brian Cook, of Nu Skin Enterprises, will present this issue during the SCC 2021 Annual Meeting.
Sensory
Shiseido Develops Friction and Contact Force Tactile Evaluation Devices
The devices are designed to help researchers study skin texture and perceived characteristics with high accuracy.
Sensory
[video] Cosmetics R&D Vlog: How Fragrance Inspires Emotion and Wellness
Perfume can tap into deep consumer emotions to elicit happiness or tranquility and help them through today’s COVID-19 reality. Daniela Garcia, ésika Executive Brand Director for Belcorp Latin America, explains how, with this look at the company's recent research.
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