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2 Winners and 4 Finalists Shine in 2023 Cosmetic Victories Competition

Cosmetic Victories finalists included a human skin model, natural senolytic ingredient, photoactivable algae derivative for anti-acne effects, a palm oil alternative and both in vitro sunscreen ecotoxicity and contaminant testing. See who won.

Learn more about RNA sequencing and how it benefits claims support in this exclusive podcast, sponsored by Genemarkers. Register now to listen; it's free.

[podcast] How RNA Sequencing Advances Claims Support

RNA sequencing is a newer, more dynamic approach than DNA sequencing to measure the effects of ingredients and products on skin. Rishabh Kala, Ph.D., of Genemarkers, explains its capabilities in this sponsored podcast. Register now to listen; it's free.

Using an oil blotting film to collect facial sebum, Kao can apply skin surface lipids-RNA monitoring technology to 'infer' skin and physical conditions such as pediatric atopic dermatitis and Parkinson's disease.

Kao's New Infant Sebum Testing Protocol Can Flag Atopic Dermatitis, Parkinson's Disease

The move is the start of Kao's expansion into health testing services.

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Environmental Stress Panel for Evaluating Diesel Particulate Matter==> download our unique Gene Expression Panels Guide at no cost

Genemarkers, a trusted partner for applying genomic technologies to personal care product development, has launched a new testing service to evaluate how product formulations protect or repair skin in response to diesel particulate matter (DPM).

Gene Expression Panels Guide

A letter from the FDA to Valisure, dated Dec. 5, 2022, highlighted 'methodological deficiencies' and 'analytic descrepancies' in the company's testing.

FDA, Unilever and GSK Challenge Valisure's Benzene Findings, Test Methods

The FDA recently raised concerns over the test methods of Valisure, the Connecticut-based lab whose reports over benzene in sunscreen and dry shampoo products from Unilever, GSK and others have prompted recalls and class action suits.

This review first assesses the methods used to quantify 1,4-dioxane in surface water and drinking water, then extends the assessment to more complex commercially available products.

[updated] How to Ensure Cleansers Comply with Growing 1,4-Dioxane Regulations

A review in the Journal of Surfactants and Detergents explored means of measuring 1,4-dioxane levels in cleansers in order to comply with increasing ppm restrictions set by U.S. states. In this update, industry expert Tony O'Lenick adds context.

Studies have demonstrated that wild teasel could be a natural source of bioactive compounds, particularly phenolics and iridoids, and have confirmed its high potential for the cosmetic industry. For example, teasel features strong antioxidant activity, especially in leaf extracts

DNA Metabarcoding Tracks Traceability of Naturals: Wild Teasel Case Study

This study authenticates D. fullonum from raw material to final ingredient. It compares D. fullonum and D. sylvestris in a three-step study by: barcoding the raw material, metabarcoding the two extracts and bioinformatics processing.

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Next-generation Sequencing for Personal Care Product Development

Introducing Genemarkers’ NextGen sequencing, a cost-effective method for analyzing differentially expressed genes to detect novel biomarkers. This method can help discover new pathways and biological mechanisms of action for ingredients and formulations.

This year's contenders were put through a grueling review by our esteemed panel of judges. Find out who wins the 'claims testing method/tool' category at the Awards Dinner on Sept. 28, co-located with Beauty Accelerate. Register now.

Which Claims Test/Tool Will Win the C&T Allē Award?

Which claims testing method or tool will win the Cosmetics & Toiletries Allē Award? Here are the finalist profiles. Find out who wins on Sept. 28, 2022, at the exclusive Awards Dinner, co-located with Beauty Accelerate. Register now.

The authors believe that adding the properties of a wide range of commercial sunscreens to the system database will increase the rate of appropriate sunscreen usage by customers.

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.

High-throughput screening, AI and modeling, and other digital tools are ramping up the pace of new cosmetic ingredient technology discovery and product development. Learn more at Beauty Accelerate 2022.

Beauty Accelerate 2022: Tech x Beauty to Accelerate R&D Innovation

The session will inspire attendees by considering the ways emerging technologies can make innovation more efficient while rendering brands nimble enough to respond to shifting consumer and supply chain realities.

Frictional properties can affect application, finish, UV protection, etc.

Friction Dynamics Characterize Cosmetic Dispersion Function, Utility

Research published in the Journal of Oleo Science describes a sinusoidal motion friction evaluation system applied to artificial skin to evaluate cosmetic dispersions.

The model accurately predicted skin permeability and the speed of the UHPLC method could classify it as a high-throughput approach.

Test Model Developed to Predict Skin Permeability of Compounds

A test model published in the Journal of Chromatography A uses retention on octadecyl, cholesterol-bonded and immobilized artificial membrane columns to accurately predict the skin permeability of compounds.

Research by DSM has led to a new scientific breakthrough whereby it is now possible to produce vitamin A using a specially developed strain of yeast that converts a renewable carbon source into vitamin A.

DSM Testing World's First Fully Bio-based Vitamin A

Application testing is now underway with the first selected customers and representative material is available for sampling ahead of a commercial-scale production and a full launch in early 2023.

The author proposes an approach to gather more information from the initial EM image that is then evaluated with the gray-scale EM data as a false-color overlay.

Color Electron Microscopy to Blaze a New Trail in Cellular Imaging

A thesis paper from the University of Groningen describes a technique to collect additional data from electron microscopy to create a false color overlay that visualizes and identifies how human cells degrade, organize cargo and more.

There remains an unmet need for a robust and reliable method to standardize the pollution protection factor measurement of any composition for use as a tool to assess/grade cosmetics based on their efficacy.

Patent Pick: Unilever Standardizes Pollution Protection Factor for Cosmetics

Unilever discloses a method to standardize the measurement of a pollution protection factor (PPF) for cosmetic compositions in a recent European patent.

The invention will allow users to know the status of their indigenous skin bacteria on-site, leading to a new beauty service.

Shiseido to Launch Skin Bacteria Measuring Service Based on Novel PCR Method

Shiseido has co-developed a method and device to measure the amount and balance of a consumer's indigenous skin bacteria simply and quickly. The company will use the approach to provide a high value-added, in-store experience and new beauty service.

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