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Red clover extract is rich in the isoflavone biochanin A, with reported antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities.

Red Clover + Peptide Regimen Shifts the Scalp Microbiome in Favor of Hair Growth

[sneak preview] Research reveals a scalp microbiota shift with hair loss. A peptide and red clover regimen was created to counter this shift, reduce hair loss and restore balance. Tests in rinse-off applications are described in this upcoming article.

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Unlock your ideal hairstyle by Lissenare™ Glycoscience

LissenareTM revitalizes your hair health by repairing inner hair damage and enhances styling hold with flexibility to achieve your desired hairstyles. It is a 100% natural, readily biodegradable oligosaccharide created by unique enzymatic technology.

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Formula Focus: Natural Hydrating Conditioner

This 100% natural rinse-off formulation not only conditions and strengthens all hair types, but also is designed to support the health of the planet.

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.

This article describes the various components of two basic hair product types – shampoo and conditioner – formulated to meet the needs of today’s consumers.

Formulating Forum: Modern Hair Cleansing and Conditioning

This article describes the components to create two basic hair product types, shampoo and conditioner, for modern needs. Specific considerations include scalp and barrier health, greener ingredients and hair shine; hair biology is also briefly reviewed.

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Expert Opinions on Hair Conditioning/Care: Emossome, Health, Sustainability, Minimalist, 'Inner Hair' Repair and More

In all segments of beauty, sustainability has become the status quo. In addition, the focus on health and wellness has extended to the hair and scalp, ascending to a holistic, emotional plane. Following are expert insights on these and other dynamics.

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Silicones, Surfactants and Alternatives for Hair Conditioning and Mild Cleansing

This article discusses surfactants, silicones and alternatives for hair cleansing and care. It starts with a primer, considers traditional and modern ingredients, then looks to the future of these categories with specific examples from the industry.

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Formula Focus: Leave-in Repairing Hair Serum

This hair serum features an upcycled ingredient inspired by and derived from pine cones. It is designed to help consumers come closer to their "dream" for shiny, glossy and voluminous hair.

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Testing Tactics: Approaches to Measure Scalp Comfort and Care

This article describes examples of test methods beyond standard skin hydration, sebum and TEWL measurements being used help create scalp care products that address conditions such as inflammation, redness, dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis and more.

After 14 days, M. cochinchinensis extract improved stinging, irritation, itch and discomfort by 67%, 100%, 91% and 100%, respectively.

Holistically Derailing the Sensitive Scalp ‘Rollercoaster’

A Maclura cochinchinensis extract was developed to provide holistic relief for sensitive scalps by derailing multiple interconnected aspects of this “rollercoaster” condition. The active’s efficacy was tested in vitro and in vivo as described here.

Givaudan Active Beauty's Illuminyl 388 is an augmented green tea polyphenol (EGCG; epigallocatechin gallate) prebiotic skin brightening active with universal efficacy against skin pigmentation for all skin types.

Skin Pigmentation 2.0: May 2024 Beauty Trend Tracker

With hyperpigmentation concerns on the rise, ingredient suppliers have launched technologies to address issues related to acne, psoriasis and more.

From 2013-2020, advisor and columnist Trefor Evans, Ph.D., wrote the column series, 'Testing Tactics in Hair' for C&T, which is treasure trove of information for those working in the hair care space. Following is an index, complete with links.

'Testing Tactics in Hair' Column Series — An Index of Works by Trefor Evans, Ph.D.

From 2013-202, adviser and columnist Trefor Evans, Ph.D., wrote the column series, "Testing Tactics in Hair" for Cosmetics & Toiletries, covering methods to measure damage, treatments, claims and more. This is an index of his works.

Compounding the damage from mechanical, thermal and chemical alterations of hair, environmental exposure from UV, humidity and pollution further degrades the weakened fiber.

Remediating Hair Damage Through Hair Care Formulation Architectures

This article explores technologies and formulations to remediate various types of hair damage. Examples include hair bonding technologies, sulfate-free shampoos, repair conditioners and leave-in treatments; in vitro efficacy tests also are described.

This article serves as a primer (or a refresh) describing the compositions of popular oils for hair and skin benefits. It also explains how these structures impact properties such as melting point, viscosity, penetration and oxidative stability.

Choosing the Right Plant Oil for Hair and Skin Benefits

This article, sponsored by Campo Research, describes the compositions of popular oils for hair and skin benefits. It also explains how these structures impact properties such as melting point, viscosity, penetration and oxidative stability.

There is not yet an agreed upon scientific definition of a 'bond builder' for hair. The present authors propose the following definition: “a formulation component that is able to penetrate into the hair and improve or restore the internal structure of hair, giving rise to an improvement in hair mechanical properties.”

How Bond Builders ‘Repair’ Hair

Bond builders are trending. So how do they work? This article explores the cross-linking bonds present in hair, how they are affected by damage and the ways in which cosmetic actives can alter them to improve hair properties.

Beauty beyond H2O offers a line of products that aim to reduce water use. With the UN predicting that two-thirds of the world will be in water-stressed conditions by 2025, water reduction is in high demand for consumers.

Lubrizol's Beauty Beyond H2O Formulas Aim to Reduce Water Use

Beauty Beyond H2O is Lubrizol's line of products that aim to reduce water use. This responds to the U.N.'s prediction that two-thirds of the world will be in water-stressed conditions by 2025, making water reduction a high demand from consumers.

150K Hair Follicle serum is a water-based formula infused with 48 ingredients and has shown to have clinical efficacy on the scalp and hair.

DefenAge Skincare Debuts in Hair Care with 150K Hair Follicle Serum

150K Hair Follicle serum is a water-based formula infused with 48 ingredients and has shown clinical efficacy on the scalp and hair.

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SYMPARE Methyl Ester Sulfonates (MES) Curated for Personal Care: The perfect balance between product performance and naturality

Improve your sustainability profile with KLK OLEO’s SYMPARE Methyl Ester Sulphonates (MES) - a sulphate-free anionic surfactant naturally made from plant source for the personal care categories.

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