2023 Wrapped: 10 of Cosmetics & Toiletries Top Stories of the Year

Dec 11th, 2023

Cosmetics & Toiletries

This year, readers engaged in stories on regulatory updates and safety and trends in the industry.

This year, readers engaged in stories on regulatory updates and safety and trends in the industry.

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This year, readers racked up 1.9 million page views on Cosmetics & Toiletries,* reviewing daily news, pressing regulatory updates, exclusive trend reports, the latest ingredients and more. Below, we present the top reads of the last 12 months.

*Google Analytics, Dec. 10, 2022-Dec. 10, 2023.

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Climate Change, Beauty’s Influence and a Sustainable Path Forward

This article describes drivers of climate change and how our industry can mitigate them. It also explores the impact of climate change on naturals, novel farming/biotech solutions and choices formulators can make to support sustainability.

Zemea® Propanediol: A Leader in Performance and Sustainability

Zemea® Propanediol: A Leader in Performance and Sustainability

Zemea® Propanediol (INCI: Propanediol), a 100% bio-based ingredient derived from industrial corn, is revolutionizing the personal care industry with its multifunctional benefits.

Here, Dove and P&G experts help us explain why hair bonding is hot and explore the three main types of bonding agents.

Dove and P&G Experts on the Hair Bonding Buzz—Plus 3 Main Types

The hair bond builder or "multiplier" market is expected to expand at a CAGR of 7.80% from 2021 to 2028. Here, Dove and P&G experts help us explain why and explore the three main types of bonding agents.

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Kenvue Drives Home the Clinical Efficacy Message, Uncovers Microbiome, Lipids, TXA, Acne and Other Findings

Kenvue highlighted 22 clinical findings from studies presented at this year's AAD. Topics included oats and the microbiome, NMF + lipids for a skin barrier boost, ZnO skin protection, acne care hydrocolloid patches, TXA + niacinamide, anti-aging and more.

Paul Dalton and Ievgenii Liashenko demonstrate the use of an open source 3D printer that uses melt electrowriting, a printing technique developed by Dalton.

L'Oreal x University of Oregon Use Melt Electrowriting to Form Bilayered Skin Model in 18 Days

Produced via a network of finely structured 3D printed threads, a bilayered artificial skin capable of testing dermo-cosmetics and pharmaceutical treatments can be created in 18 days.

Topical application of Macrocystis pyrifera ferment for 24 hr significantly lowered the expression of several inflammatory mediators (e.g., IL1B, IL6, CXCL8, IL33) and matrix metalloproteinases.

Lauder Reveals Barrier, Glycation, Circadian Cycle, Collagen Boost and Sensitive Skin Insights at SID

Several brands of the Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (ELC) presented research across a range of basic science and clinical findings at the 81st Annual Meeting of the Society for Investigative Dermatology (SID).

Galderma describes compositions for reducing signs of aging in sensitive skin that comprise niacinamide, Leontopodium alpinum extract, Oryza sativa lees extract, panthenol and soy-derived glycopeptides. These were reported to 'modulate biochemical indicators associated with premature skin aging in response to pollution.'

Expert Opinions on Inflammaging and Aging – Rapid Effects, Soothing Benefits, Longevity, Anti-senescence and More

The recent focus on reducing inflammation, sensitivity and irritation potential is a reflection of the industry's embrace of skin health for holistic beauty.

XA is known to impart anti-aging benefits by strengthening the skin’s collagen and elastin via the inhibition of collagenase.

Rediscovering Sandalwood: Fatty Acid for Anti-aging, Anti-inflammatory Action

Fatty acids offer benefits to cosmetics including emollient and sensory properties. Here, ximenynic fatty acid, found in plants of the Santalaceae family, is reviewed for its distinct structure and clinically proven anti-inflammatory properties.

Zeropollution was found to work within the body to reduce the negative effects of pollution on skin health.

[updated] Monteloeder Finds Zeropollution Supplement Protects Skin Against Pollution

Monteloeder published a clinical study that demonstrated how its Zeropollution supplement works within the body to reduce the negative effects of pollution on skin health.

NAD+ is involved in cellular energy production, DNA damage repair and cell signaling pathways, thereby contributing to delaying cellular aging and extending lifespan.

Why NAD+ is Causing a Buzz in Beauty: Insights from LG H&H's Byunghyun Kim

At PCHi, to be held March 20-22, 2024, in Shanghai, Byunghyun Kim, senior researcher and project leader from LG H&H, will present on the anti-aging efficacy of NAD+ in skin care. Following is a sneak preview on why NAD+ is causing buzz in beauty.

One randomized controlled clinical study noted that Melasyl, known as 2-mercaptonicotinoyl glycine (2-MNG), 'prevents UV-induced skin darkening and delayed tanning in healthy subjects.'

The Science Behind L’Oréal's Melasyl Pigmentation Technology

Melasyl is a molecule designed to address localized pigmentation issues that lead to age spots and post-acne marks.