Smarter Sunscreens: Unlocking the Potential of Bioactives Author: Yun Shao Sunscreen is one of the most important skincare products for protecting the skin against ultraviolet (UV) damage, premature aging, and skin cancer. In the United States and other regions, sunscreen actives are regulated for purity
From Professional Treatments to Consumer: Procedure-Inspired & Post-Procedure Skincare Author: Jinseob Shin Professional aesthetic procedures have long influenced consumer skincare, with Botox being one of the most recognizable examples. For years, the cosmetic industry has translated the idea of Botox-inspired smoothing into topical product concepts
Nucleic Acid Technologies in Skin Science: From PDRN to Precision RNA Actives Hang Ma, Ph.D., Bioactive Botanical Research Laboratory, Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, The University of Rhode Island, USA In my laboratory, nucleic acids are everyday tools. We design them
Ingestible Beauty, Biohacking, and the Next Frontier of Cosmetic Science By Michael Anthonavage The ingestible beauty category sits squarely at the intersection of cosmetic science, dermatologic research, and whole-body wellness, and it is expanding rapidly. Now exceeding $7.5 billion globally, the category reflects a fundamental
Eggshell Membrane: Nature’s Biological Matrix for Healthy Skin Written by Alexis Collins, M.A., M.S. and Dr. Prem Sreenivasan Summary: Egg shell membrane (ESM) is a naturally derived, upcycled ingredient sourced responsibly from the chicken industry. Backed by extensive clinical research, ESM has been shown to
Fingerprinting formulation texture AUTHOR: Seher Ozkan, Research Scientist, Ashland Specialty Chemicals Personal care formulations come in a wide variety of product formats, and their rheology/texture is one of the key factors influencing product functionality as well as consumer acceptance. An enjoyable sensorial experience is a
Beauty That Speaks to the Brain: Inside Neurocosmetics Author: Chandra Ade-Browne, Ph.D., Gattefosse Let’s just admit it–whether you are a cosmetic scientist, skin care enthusiast, or somewhere in between, you’re a beauty nerd and you came here to get nerdier. (Don’t worry you’re not alone.
Tooth Decay, Fluoride, and Hydroxyapatite In recent years, consumer perspectives around toothpaste have evolved dramatically. Once considered a toiletry for maintaining basic hygiene, toothpaste evolved into a premium beauty product and is now heralded as a wellness essential. Despite advances in technology and changing consumer
