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Suncream causes vitamin D deficiency

16-Apr-2004 - Exposing unprotected skin to the sun several times a week is necessary to prevent vitamin D deficiency, claims a new US study. The report has been criticised by SPF suncream manufacturers however who argue that any unprotected exposure to UV radiation is dangerous.

Lavender proven to aid sleep

14-Apr-2004 - For years lavender - known for its relaxation benefits - has been encorporated in the formulation of various cosmetic products to induce beauty sleep. However until now the fragrance had not actually been proven to have sleep aiding properties, reports researchers at Wesleyan University.

Cinnamon to keep the brain alert

07-Apr-2004 - Participants at the annual meeting of the Association for Chemoreception Sciences later this month will learn that cinnamon - as a flavour or fragrance - could boost brain simulation related to attentinal processes, according to scientists at Wheeling Jesuit University.

The benefits of peppermint aroma

01-Apr-2004 - The Sense of Smell Institute (SOSI) has commissioned a White Paper to review recent research findings on the beneficial effects of peppermint. Numerous studies have linked the ingredient with improved mental and physical performance.

Micronised minerals to better skin

31-Mar-2004 - Shaklee Corporation, the health and wellness company, has introduced a colour cosmetics collection claimed to be better for skin than wearing no makeup at all. The new line - called New Minerelles - contains natural ingredients thought to protect against environmental factors.

UVA rays as dangerous as UVB?

29-Mar-2004 - University of Sydney researchers have found that UVA rays - which age the skin but do not burn - can cause DNA damage. The finding suggests sunscreens must protect against both UVA and UVB rays to provide proper protection from disease, writes Claire Johnston.

Reacting to active ingredients

29-Mar-2004 - Parents should exercise caution when choosing skin care products for allergic children, warns a new study by the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. One in four of the cosmetic products tested for the study contained common food allergens, such as cows milk, wheat and tree nuts.

Antioxidant sun protection

19-Mar-2004 - SkinCeuticals has developed a method for measuring the effectiveness of antioxidant protection against UV exposure. The new research claims that sun protection factor (SPF) alone does not provide the optimal protection against UV skin damage, writes Claire Johnston.

Green tea polyphenols to delay skin ageing

17-Mar-2004 - CCA Industries is to collaborate with a Camellia sinesis - Green tea extract - expert to establish the filing of patents and development of antioxidant topical formulations to rejuvenate and delay the process of aging skin.

Degussa steps up its biotech production

15-Mar-2004 - Degussa - a German supplier of raw materials and active ingredients - is to develop the cosmetic potential of its biotech processes. The company's new ProFerm production project is to use fermentation to create skin-identical lipids for cosmetics, writes Claire Johnston.

A new bio-functional ingredient for the EU

12-Mar-2004 - International Specialty Products (ISP), a supplier of specialty ingredients for cosmetics, has launched a new anti-inflammatory ingredient in Europe. Vital ET is a bio-functional form of vitamin E developed for use in the formulation of skin treatment products, writes Claire Johnston.

A natural alternative to botulinum toxin

10-Mar-2004 - Laboratoires Sérobiologiques, a division of the Cognis group, has biotransformed peptides from hibiscus seeds to develop a natural alternative to botulinum toxin injections. Myoxinol LS 9763, launched today at Personal Care Ingredients China (PCIA), is claimed to smooth skin without causing side effects.

'Genetically-guided' cosmetics

02-Mar-2004 - Arch Personal Care Products - a division of Arch Chemicals - has been working closely with GeneLink, a manufacturer of DNA collection kits, to formulate 'genetically-guided' skin care formulations. The company claims that the unlocking of the human genome will open up a market for specially designed cosmetics.

Moo discovery for skincare

25-Feb-2004 - An animal treatment used by vets and farmers over 100 years ago, has been re-engineered to become a personal care product. The balm - once used to treat chapped udders - has been found to be beneficial in the treatment of nappy rash and dry skin.

Pearl proteins for ageing skin

19-Feb-2004 - Juvena of Switzerland has introduced a new line of products to help nourish the skin of maturing women. The new personal care range has been formulated with the protein extracts of real pearls.

Victory for hemp industry

12-Feb-2004 - The cosmetic and food industries have welcomed a ruling by the US appeals court that blocks the American government from stopping the sale and possession of products made from hemp plants.

CoQ10 demand continues to grow

11-Feb-2004 - California-based Renaissance Herbs has entered into an exclusive joint venture with the Chinese firm Xi'an Haotian Bioegineering to produce and sell high quality, synthetic-grade CoQ10.

Vitamin E super-antioxidant

05-Feb-2004 - An international team of chemists has developed a new family of antioxidants that they say are up to 100 times more effective than vitamin E. Laboratory tests have found them to protect LDL molecules from oxidation but they have not yet been tested on animals.

Iron deficiency causes female hair loss

05-Feb-2004 - L'Oreal researchers have proven that iron deficiency is a factor in female hair loss, a condition found to affect as much as 10 per cent of women aged 35-60. The SU.VI.MAX study findings might help health and beauty care professionals to devise better formulations to treat the condition in the future.

Clearasil to utilise AHA's

30-Jan-2004 - Boots Healthcare and the NeoStrata Company - founder of alpha hydroxyacid (AHA) and poly hydroxyacid (PHA) technology - have co-developed a new treatment cream to prevent acne. Clearasil Ultra Treatment is the first mass-marketed product to combine AHA technologies and formulations.

Hair dye raises cancer risk

28-Jan-2004 - Hair dye - previously associated with arthritis, foetal damage and bladder cancer - has once again been placed under the spotlight. This time a new study asserts that dye formulation has been found to increase the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL).

Beer sediments balance pH levels

23-Jan-2004 - The remedial powers of beer sediment were discovered in ancient Egypt over 4,000 years ago. Today the German company Dayenne claims that brewer's yeast - Saccharomyces cereviseae - may be used in biological cosmetics to maintain a balanced pH level and to combat acne.

Popeye's beauty tip!

19-Jan-2004 - Eyes, hair and skin could all benefit from a regular diet of spinach, finds a cluster of scientists linked together through a network of food companies. But could the green vegetable be the latest ingredient for cosmetic products?

Lipstick and sunshine harms the skin

16-Jan-2004 - Scientists at the Industrial Toxicology Research Centre (ITRC) in India - who analysed reputed brands of lipsticks and beauty creams - have warned that a majority of beauty products can potentially cause harm to the skin when exposed to sunlight.

Truly baby soft skin

15-Jan-2004 - Vernix caseosa, the white substance that surrounds new born babies, is set to be the ultimate new moisturiser reports the New Scientist magazine today. Believed to keep skin perfectly hydrated and acid-balanced its molecular structure avoids the greasy feel associated with existing skin treatments.