RECENT PRODUCT NEWS

Quantifying the performance of hair colorants is essential in developing new products and confirming claims made about their properties. This article describes an approach that can be used not only to compare hair dye colour but also allow the response of colorants to washing and exposure to light.

New from Cosmetochem International AG, usNeo, a naturally effective deodorant and antibacterial active addresses the growing trend for effective, plant-based actives.

SalSphere Salicylic Acid 30 is an innovative proprietary sub-micron spheres technology that has been proven to be a significant advancement in acne treatment.

People are much more aware of the dangers and ageing effects of too much sun. But this still does not dissuade us from wanting a golden glow to make us feel healthier and look slimmer.

‘Miracle worker’ for immediate soft focus, wrinkle correction, and sensory feel Grant Industries More and more women are looking for the immediate results of “Botox” without the necessary doctor visits and medical procedures.

In recent years, there has been considerable interest in the development of preservative-free or self-preserving cosmetics. The aim of our work was to develop new cosmetic formulations by replacing chemical preservatives with ingredients with antimicrobial properties that are not legislated as preservatives according to Annex VI of Commission Directive 76/768/EEC.

Ascorbyl 2-phosphate tocopherol (APT) is a free radical scavenger synthesised by connecting vitamin E with vitamin C (ascorbic acid [AA]) through a phosphate linkage.

The hydrolipidic film covers the surface of the skin and actively contributes to the skin surface smoothness and the skin barrier function. We have developed a biomimetic ingredient of the hydrolipidic film as per its fatty acid profile.

People want their hair to be beautiful and lustrous as it plays a key role in enhancing one’s overall appearance. Healthy-looking hair is mainly influenced by the scalp health itself.

In modern society, wrinkles are a matter of major concern as our faces are our calling card. Since a healthy young appearance is a sign of success, the beauty industry is constantly researching new cosmetic anti-ageing solutions. Wrinkles, as a sign of cutaneous ageing, may cause cosmetic disability and psychological distress.

Ultraviolet (UV) irradiation generates reactive oxygen species, which can have a series of biological effects on human skin cells, resulting in cosmetic skin damage such as pigmentation.

The objective of producing harmonised test methods for sunscreen products is now well advanced. In November 2010, the first document – ISO 244441 was published. ISO 244422 – related to UVA in vivo testing (PPD) has been finalised and is due for publication soon.

Microbial contamination of cosmetic products is a matter of great importance to the industry and it can become a major cause of both product and economic losses. Moreover, the contamination of cosmetics can result in their being converted into products hazardous for consumers.

One of the strongest trends driving the global skin care market today is skin whitening, lightening and evening of the skin tone. Ever current, this trend dates back as far back as ancient China and Japan, and does not fade with time. To this day whiter, flawless skin complexion is associated with health, nobility, purity and younger perception of age.

Over the past decade the demand for more natural food additives from consumers has resulted in an increase in the use of natural flavourings. However, this has not been reflected nearly so much in fragrances or fragrance formulations for personal care products.

It is known in the literature that phenolic compounds in their native form are unstable because of their phenolic functions that can be oxidised by the action of various environmental agents, such as oxygen, light, and certain metal elements.

As far back as the ancient Egyptians people have wanted to look their best. That particular advanced civilisation had an amazing array of beauty tools to enhance their natural looks, including products to get rid of stretch marks, minimise wrinkles and promote hair growth, as well as the powders and paints they used to create the very stylised make-up they wore.

Several factors are involved in the complex process of human skin ageing. Chronological ageing, which is genetically programmed and unavoidable, and extrinsic ageing, which is induced by combined environmental factors and results in a more or less rapid and severe phenotype.

Moringa butter is derived from the oil of the seeds of Moringa oleifera, a tree native to India. Moringa butter may infer certain skin benefits, when incorporated into hair and skin care products. Clinical data indicate that moringa butter enhances skin barrier recovery from barrier damage as well as increases skin hydration.

Epidermal stem cells (ESC) are necessary for epidermis renewing. These cells are also known to be more or less resistant to different types of apoptosis, in comparison with their keratinocyte counterparts: UV-induced cell death,1 oxidative stress-induced apoptosis2 or anoïkosis (a particular apoptosis resulting from loss of adhesion to extracellular matrix).3