Beauty major The Estée Lauder Companies has outlined a method it has developed to score ingredients, formulations and products on their green value, considering human health, ecosystem health and environmental endpoints throughout the supply chain.
Greater investments in biotechnology will help truly advance beauty innovation, satisfying consumer needs and addressing planetary woes, says the founder of Mibelle Biochemistry.
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European personal care major Beiersdorf has developed a range of sunscreen formulas for the US market that provide protection but also offer aesthetically pleasing visual effects to the skin.
Special Edition: PROTECTIVE BEAUTY – SUNCARE, ENVIRONMENT AND STRESS
Herbal ingredients show promise in the treatment of skin disorders induced by UV exposure, offering opportunity for sunscreen formulators to integrate ingredients from a preventative viewpoint, finds a review.
Permanent makeup has been a growing trend in color cosmetics, but transparency around removers for these tattoos could be improved and infused with plants, researchers say.
Coriander oil has the potential to become an effective and natural anti-ageing ingredient, claim researchers, who found it displays significant anti-wrinkle potential.
Plants around the world offer botanical and upcycled ingredient potential, and a research team out of Malaysia found the peel of mangosteen fruits may hold skincare promise.
A team based in China has found that a concoction of capsaicin, piperine, and curcumin compounds was as effective as minoxidil in treating alopecia areata.
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Swedish biotech, Probi has collaborated with global ingredients supplier, Symrise to develop a unique upcycled postbiotic targeting cosmetic skin care.
Research shows the phenolic compounds in wild blueberry have the potential to strengthen cell migration, form new blood vessels and to accelerate wound closure.
Sandalwood is already an important fragrance ingredient, but a recent study shows the ingredient might also be able to protect skin against blue light and pollution.
Researchers and suppliers spend lots of time trying to meet consumer demand for naturally-derived products and provide anti-wrinkle treatments for some aging customers.
The peel and seeds from industrial processing of citrus fruits can be used in an array of active skin care formulations for their bioactive compounds, though circular industrial frameworks need to be further developed to scale use, say researchers.
Probiotics could improve the effects of traditional Chinese medicinal ingredients such as red ginseng, while also reducing potential side effects in cosmetic products.
International personal care major Colgate-Palmolive has developed a range of whitening and abrasive oral care formulas with improved stability and in-use delivery using fatty acid salts.
A bacterial strain isolated from the mouth and throat of a healthy five-year-old child may prevent the adherence of a key oral pathogen, suggests a new study from China.
Kao Corporation has conducted a new study on the colour cosmetics application of its fine fibre technology, confirming that is able to smoothen the appearance of skin naturally when applied all over the skin under make-up.
Demand for eco-friendly skin care products is high and essential oils hold promise for naturally derived activities, and microemulsion could help improve their performance and stability.
Bee venom and other bee-derived ingredients may hold promise as skin care actives to target smoothness, nourishment and brightness, though commercialisation would require careful attention given allergenicity concerns, say researchers.
Brands from the mass market to prestige products have been looking to be more inclusive of Black hair care consumers, but whether or not they’re doing that starts with R&D.
Skin microbiome research would benefit from standardised methods and reporting practices worldwide to enable researchers to replicate studies, assess results and better advance knowledge in the field, say researchers.
A round-up of CosmeticsDesign-Europe’s most-read news from February 2022 shows interest in Procter & Gamble (P&G) and Unilever patents, deeper insight on the recent UK Green Claims Code and business moves from Unilever and Coty.
Australian biotechnology company SkinDNA has developed a non-invasive and pain-free method to collect skin RNA samples which can be used to inform beauty consumers on the efficacy of their skin care products.
Kose says it has established a method that can evaluate the effects of cosmetic ingredients on corals with high reliability, and has shown that seven UV protection components do not pose a threat.
Personal care major Procter & Gamble (P&G) has developed water-soluble pouches containing dissolvable hair care pellets for a user-friendly, sustainable alternative to existing bottled and solid formats.
Specially selected strains of lactobacilli may positively shift the skin microbiome and reduce acne lesions, says a new study from Belgium that deepens our knowledge of skin microbiome modulation.
Food waste is a promising source of raw materials for upcycled ingredients. Revisit below three CosmeticsDesign articles on upcycled ingredient research, all of which come from drink production.
Resveratrol is a promising candidate for further skin care new product development to aid ageing, scars and wounds, but scientists have stressed there is room for improvement when it comes to research knowledge.
In the search for innovative cosmetic uses for upcycled ingredients, fibers created from food waste could mean skin protection and delivery of active ingredients.
Plant extracts offer plenty of active cosmetics promise, but the colourful flowers of some plants also offer up natural dye potential in addition to providing a bioactive punch, say researchers.
Supplementation with a standardized oil from black cumin (Nigella sativa) may significantly improve sleep quality in people with sleep problems, says a new study from India.
Personal care major Unilever has developed a scalp care formulation using the disaccharide trehalose as a prebiotic to reduce levels of fungi associated with dandruff.
The beauty industry has recently turned more attention to Black consumers and knowing the ins, outs and risks of the hairstyles used by them can guide R&D, product development and brand innovation.
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Cosmetics companies are aware and invested in sustainable action, but more can be done to drive better beauty consumption and take a more holistic approach, according to findings in Brazil that offer wider valuable learnings, say researchers.
Last year saw a rash of personal care product recalls. CosmeticsDesign discussed the connection between the recalls and what to learn from them with Harpreet Sareen, Manager, Quality and Regulatory Consulting at Eurofins.
While many multinationals in the United States don’t produce CBD products on a mass-market scale today, there are many types of CBD beauty products for sale in many formats.
A joint research effort by Amorepacific and Samsung Medical Centre has demonstrated the efficacy of a moisturiser with high ceramide content in treating skin dryness in breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
International beauty major L’Oréal has developed a method to identify the molecular signature of a person’s scalp in a common alopecic state, enabling prognosis and diagnosis, along with the development of efficacious cosmetic treatments for such hair...
Bioprocessed algal cells can break down some hazardous and persistent cosmetic chemical pollutants, including parabens, phthalates and sulphates, but more research is required to fully understand this activity and upscale application, a review finds.
NutraIngredients are pleased to announce Beo Therapeutics, Genbioma and Lactobio as our Probiota Pioneers for 2022 in a line-up that continues to push the boundaries of microbiome science and its applications.
![Industry must ensure microbiome claims are backed by sound science, particularly as the movement continued its rise with interest in categories like scalp care, ageing skin and baby care [Getty Images]](jpg/microbiome-friendly-beauty-on-the-rise-but-data-must-be-validated-and-meaningful-says-mymicrobiome-2.jpg)
![The beauty major's tool considers eight metrics across human health, ecosystem health and environmental endpoints to provide a 'green score' on ingredients, formulas and end products [Getty Images]](jpg/estee-lauder-companies-green-score-tool-for-beauty-outlined-in-study-2.jpg)
![Biomimicry, for example, opens plentiful opportunities for beauty, so industry must continue to advance technologies and capabilities [Getty Images]](jpg/biotech-beauty-must-be-a-priority-for-innovation-in-cosmetics-says-mibelle-biochemistry-founder-2.jpg)
![The sunscreen formulations contained a range of pigment combinations to offer a soft shine, luster, sparkle and even metallic effect in some cases [Getty Images]](jpg/beiersdorf-patents-sunscreens-with-shimmer-effect-for-us-market-2.jpg)
![Several herbal extracts are documented as offering protective or healing properties around UV exposure, including rosemary, lemon balm and grapefruit [Getty Images]](jpg/herbal-extracts-sunscreen-and-uv-skin-damage-promise-finds-review-2.jpg)
![Chinese study finds mix of peppers and turmeric were effective as minoxidil in treating hair loss. [Getty Images]](jpg/mix-of-peppers-and-turmeric-as-effective-as-minoxidil-in-treating-hair-loss-study-2.jpg)
![Study results could aid the development of anti-irritation ingredients and revise formulations to ensure higher user compliance. [Getty Images]](jpg/novel-research-highlights-retinol-irritation-relief-2.jpg)
![We highlight innovations in skin RNA testing, Indian Sandalwood, and more. [Getty Images]](jpg/skin-science-top-five-stories-on-cosmetics-science-and-formulation-2.jpg)
![Citrus fruit waste, which represents practically half of the fresh fruit mass, can be incorporated into a range of cosmetic applications, including skin care, body lotions and sprays [Getty Images]](jpg/citrus-fruit-waste-upcycled-for-cosmetics-active-skin-care-holds-potential-finds-review-2.jpg)
![Colgate-Palmolive says fatty acid salts can improve the stability of a range of formulations, including toothpastes, gels and tooth varnishes [Getty Images]](jpg/colgate-palmolive-patents-oral-care-formulas-with-fatty-acid-salts-for-improved-stability-2.jpg)
![Ka has conducted a new study on the make-up application of its fine fibre technology. [Kao Corp]](png/kao-s-fine-fibre-tech-able-to-smoothen-appearance-of-skin-when-applied-under-make-up-2.png)
![Bee venom is a 'pharmacologically active hive product' with plenty to potentially offer as a skin care ingredient [Getty Images]](jpg/bee-venom-skin-care-blend-shows-antioxidant-anti-ageing-promise-in-study-3.jpg)
![Standardisation in study designs, sample collection and processing as well as data analysis will help advance knowledge in the skin microbiome worldwide [Getty Images]](jpg/skin-microbiome-research-needs-standardisation-globally-to-advance-knowledge-and-understanding-say-researchers-2.jpg)
![SkinDNA has developed a non-invasive and pain-free method to collect skin RNA samples. [Getty Images]](jpg/skindna-ceo-on-why-rna-is-the-next-evolution-in-genetic-skin-testing-2.jpg)
![Kose collaborated with Koji Kinjo, an expert in coral cultivation in Okinawa. [iStock]](jpg/seven-sunscreen-ingredients-don-t-harm-corals-2.jpg)
![The fibrous pouches dissolve quickly when in contact with hot water, offering a simple and fast user experience [Getty Images]](jpg/procter-gamble-patents-dissolvable-hair-care-pouches-as-simple-sustainable-alternative-2.jpg)
![Researchers concluded that resveratrol represents an interesting and promising novel therapy regime. [iStock]](jpg/resveratrol-rising-why-polyphenol-could-be-a-promising-candidate-for-new-skin-care-treatments-study-2.jpg)
![The common poppy [pictured] along with safflower and blue pea offered most promise as natural cosmetic dyes, offering stable and permanent yellows, oranges, blues and purples [Getty Images]](jpg/flower-extracts-for-natural-cosmetic-dyes-that-are-stable-and-active-show-promise-finds-study-2.jpg)
![A firm is exploring the use of local rainforest herbs as cosmetic ingredients. [Getty Images]](jpg/malaysian-rainforest-herbs-vni-scientific-eyes-huge-cosmetic-potential-in-the-rainforests-of-malaysia-2.jpg)
![Unilever says the formula can be integrated into a range of hair care products, including serums, creams, foams and shampoos [Getty Images]](jpg/unilever-patents-prebiotic-anti-dandruff-formulation-using-disaccharide-trehalose-2.jpg)
![A study has shown current sustainability focus and efforts are aimed at environmental impact and sourcing stages but a more 'holistic' approach must be taken [Getty Images]](jpg/sustainable-beauty-advances-needs-holistic-life-cycle-focus-and-social-push-finds-study-2.jpg)
![Amorepacific and Samsung Medical Centre has demonstrated the efficacy of a moisturiser to treat dry skin among chemotherapy patients. [Getty Images]](jpg/amorepacific-confirms-the-effects-of-ceramide-moisturiser-in-treating-chemotherapy-induced-skin-dryness-2.jpg)
![L'Oréal wants to specifically direct its methods towards predicting androgenetic alopecia in men - known as male-pattern baldness [Getty Images]](jpg/l-oreal-patents-hair-loss-prognosis-diagnosis-and-treatment-methods-for-alopecia-2.jpg)
![The 'majority of algal species' can accumulate carbohydrate compounds and capture chemicals and metals, offering promise for remediation of certain cosmetic chemical pollutants [Getty Images]](jpg/algae-biotech-for-remediation-of-cosmetic-chemical-pollutants-promising-says-review-2.jpg)
![Dr. G is continuing to expand in South East Asia with a new store in Malaysia. [Dr. G]](jpg/dr.-g-doubles-down-on-sea-expansion-on-the-back-of-sunscreen-popularity-2.jpg)
