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Fighting AGEs Formation: Upcycled Artichoke Inhibits Glycation, Increases Skin Firmness
Upcycling organic waste into cosmetics has been of interest for the growing sustainability trend—and artichoke, in particular, demonstrates anti-aging activities. Described herein is the development of an upcycled artichoke byproduct, which was tested for effects on skin glycation and elasticity.
Literature/Data
Spaceflight Shifts the Microbiome and Skin Condition
The effects of spaceflight on the skin microbiome and structure, and subsequent changes in skin health, sensitivity and the onset of conditions are described in a recent review published in
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology
.
Testing
Propanediol Caprylate: Shifting the Microbiome, Sebum Levels and Classic Approach to Dandruff
Propanediol caprylate was previously shown to deactivate
Malassezia
for dandruff control. In parallel, its effects to shift the balance of
Cutibacterium
and
Staphylococcus
in the scalp microbiome, and reduce dandruff and sebum are explored here.
Efficacy
Industry Insight: Testing the Most Efficient Color Shampoo/Conditioner Duos
In this "Industry Insight," Sabina Wizemann, senior chemist of the Health, Beauty and Environmental Sciences Lab at the Good Housekeeping Institute has evaluated shampoo and conditioner pairs to identify the best performers for hair dye retention. In a recent interview, she explained how she tests these products, analyzes their efficacy and claims, and which duos exemplified the highest efficacy, compared with other products.
Anti-aging/Face
Safe and Strategic: Hyaluronic and Retinoic Acid Derivative Allays Aging and Acne
A hyaluronic acid and retinoic acid derivative were developed to combine their individual anti-acne and anti-aging efficacies. In vitro and in vivo testing, described here, showed the conjugate penetrated skin to exert the desired biological activities—in low concentrations and without irritation.
Actives
Phyla Finds its Probiotic Phage Reduces
C. Acnes
In a clinical study, Phyla observed the effects of its Phortify Probiotic Serum, which contains probiotic live phage. Results revealed it reduced
C. acnes
and balanced the microbiome.
Testing
Glowing Review: Monk Fruit Encourages Epigenetic Well Aging
Monk fruit extract can be used in a holistic approach to target mature skin. It improves physical and emotional well-being by balancing the skin's epigenetic signature to achieve homeostasis. In this article, the effects of a monk fruit extract are tested on dermal structure, hyaluronic acid and skin radiance. Artificial intelligence also is used to assess its emotional impact on the quality of life in mature women.
Method/Process
Silab Develops 3D Model Mimicking Acneic Skin
Published in
Experimental Dermatology
, Silab's 3D in vitro model of acneic skin was recently characterized and offers a screening tool for acne treatments.
Actives
Amyris’s 'Clean,' Fermented Acne Treatment Found to Outperform Industry Standards
Amyris has announced early clinical results for its “clean” and fermentation-based acne treatment, which reportedly was found to perform better than 10 standard industry treatments.
Literature/Data
Sytheon Validates Xerotic Pruritic Skin Topical Treatment
Published results demonstrated mechanisms by which isosorbide di-(linoleate/oleate) improves skin hydration and epidermal barrier function, supporting its application for the treatment of xerotic pruritic skin.
Tech/Equipment/Services
VesCir Presents AI-driven ‘iCI’ Skin Care System at CES 2021
During CES 2021, VesCir presented an AI-driven “iCI” skin care system that uses science and real-time data to create a solution for skin concerns.
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.
Companies
Vytrus Biotech, Gaiker Tech Center Receive €500,000 Toward Quorum Sensing Research
The €500,000 in funding from the Ministry of Science and Innovation of Spain will support R&D for the companies' “Retos Collaboration” project, focused on quorum sensing as an approach to skin care.
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.
Testing
Testing Tactics in Skin: Antiviral Response
In connection, with age, the skin’s immune system declines; i.e., immunosenescence. This largely unexplored area holds treatment and product development potential. COVID-19 is suspected of infecting the integumentary system and current literature reports related signs of cutaneous lesions.
Testing
Arbonne Recalls Contaminated Shea Body Wash
Arbonne recently recalled certain lot numbers of its Shea Butter Body Wash, Gel Douche due to contamination by
Pluralibacter gergoviae
bacteria. This follows incidents reported for other products.
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