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Section: Testing > Efficacy
Consumers/Market
Industry Insight: Antibacterial Functionality Enters Hair Care
In this "Industry Insight," Lisa Marie Garcia (LMG), president of innovation, and Roy Joseph, Ph.D., chief scientific officer and vice president of R&D, both of Farouk Systems, discussed changes in the hair care market in light of the pandemic and their company’s antibacterial line. Following is an excerpt adapted from our discussion.
Testing
Soothing Moves:
Cannabis Sativa
Cell Culture Alleviates Inflammation
The field cultivation of hemp is tasked by today’s large-scale demand. Here, a
Cannabis sativa
cell culture extract is proposed as a sustainable alternative. After initial characterization, the extract was tested as described here for efficacy against inflammatory markers for skin-soothing activities.
Sensory
Testing Tactics in Skin: Keratinocytes as Sensory Nociceptors
Humans value senses of touch and warmth while enjoying their surroundings but pain and itch are also part of this experience. The present column explores Transient Receptor Proteins (TRPs), how they sense pain and itch, and their potential application in skin care and anti-aging products.
Efficacy
Words from Wiechers: Mediocre Mediocracy?
In this installment of our Words from Wiechers series, cosmetic scientists are reminded to not just perform proper science, but also to communicate the results properly and in the right context to avoid misinterpretation—and misinformation.
Literature/Data
[update] Comparatively Speaking: Matter vs. Mind Claims
This "Comparatively Speaking" was revived from 2008 for its relevance today. In it, Tony O’Lenick posed the question: What’s the difference between a "mind" claim and a "matter" claim? Industry expert Johann Wiechers, Ph.D., explained.
Efficacy
Calming the Storm:
Cannabis Sativa
Cell Culture Extract Eases Neurogenic Inflammation
The field cultivation of hemp is tasked by today’s large scale demand. Here, a
Cannabis sativa
cell culture extract is proposed as a sustainable alternative. Furthermore, after initial characterization, the extract was tested for efficacy against inflammatory markers for skin-soothing activities.
Efficacy
Words from Wiechers: What You Say is What You Get
This installment of "Words from Wiechers" explores what we see and say about cosmetic products, and cautions to not make “conclusions” that are simply that—conclusions, without underlying science.
Testing
Mitigating 'Maskne:' Boldo to Balance Sebum, Bacteria and Redness in Acneic Skin
Peumus boldus
(boldo) extract was tested for effects on sebum production,
S. aureus
growth and
C. acnes
lipase activity in vitro, as well as on skin redness in vivo. This work aimed to develop a natural ingredient to control sebum, inhibit microbes and their activity, and reduce redness in acne-αfflicted skin.
Testing
Omni Antioxidant: Acetyl Zingerone Scavenges/Quenches Reactive Species, Selectively Chelates Iron
Daily exposure to environmental stress keeps skin under a persistent burden from excess ROS. This drives premature skin aging. The present article explores the multiple effects of a single ingredient, acetyl zingerone, to proactively manage excess ROS production via chemical and physical paths.
Efficacy
Words from Wiechers: Is Cosmetic Science Really 'Bad'?
In this month's "Words from Wiechers" series, we learn about a metric to evaluate cosmetic science and related claims: The Baloney Detection Kit.
Skin Care
Pneuma Nitric Oxide-generating Serum Shown to Improve Acne and Scarring
A pilot study published in the
International Journal of Pharmaceutica Analytica Acta
describes how a topical nitric oxide-generating serum reduced active pustules, comedones and scarring by reducing inflammation and keratinization in acne.
Efficacy
Words from Wiechers: Cosmetic
Idols
In this month's "Words from Wiechers" series, we learn that while proper branding and marketing are a prerequisite for initial success, it is the consumer experience and satisfaction that will drive resale and ultimate success of a product.
Method/Process
Testing Tactics in Hair: Beyond Biology—Why African Hair is Fragile*
The remarkable shape of African hair can lead to a variety of issues for the wearer. High on this list is a marked propensity for breakage, and efforts to minimize this result in unique hair-related habits and practices. This article describes recent measurement advances that shed much needed light on the reasons for these issues.
Efficacy
Dual Defense: Protecting and Repairing Hair Holistically, Inside and Out
Cumulative stress encountered by hair during daily grooming causes breakage and other forms of damage. This paper presents a holistic approach to protect hair from within and without by targeting the cortex and cuticle sheath. Fatigue testing and other assessments are carried out to determine efficacy.
Efficacy
Melatonin: An Ancient Protector for Modern Skin Care
Melatonin evolved in response to ROS exposure throughout the ages as an innate defense for organisms to protect themselves. Due to its anti-inflammatory and protective properties, melatonin is being used more often in skin care, and several assays can demonstrate its efficacy.
Efficacy
Conscientious Claims in Hair—Consumer Perception Before Formulation
The author proposes first fully developing claims that address consumer perception to simplify formulating and ensure products pass acceptance tests. The hair care industry is constantly changing, as are its product claims—the latest of which are reviewed here in the context of science vs. consumer language.
Formulas/Products
Mind Your Microbes: Gentle Malodor Protection Supports the Axillary Microbiome
Here, 2-methyl 5-cyclohexylpentanol is explored for its deodorant efficacy and impact on the human axillary microbiome, and compared with triclosan. Lasting deodorant efficacy may be achieved without impacting the natural human axillary microbiome.
Natural/Sustainable
CosmEthically ACTIVE certificate – Creating a new era of cosmetics
Products that not only make promises, but can actually keep them!
CosmEthically ACTIVE is the first certificate that reviews natural cosmetics based on scientific evidence behind cosmetically active ingredients.
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