Formulation & Science

Essential oils offer potential for active scalp care: Review

24-Jun-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Use of essential oils in hair treatments targeting scalp dysfunctions offer promise, though more research is necessary to be certain of their specific active properties, finds a review.

Why hyaluronic acid is an “essential ingredient in skin care today”

24-Jun-2021 By Natasha Spencer

With hyaluronic acid tipped to be a potential driving force in the upcoming beauty biotech revolution, we explore Croma Pharma’s 25-year use of the skin care ingredient and how it is still at the forefront of innovation as the brand launches its latest...

Study: Plant-based supplement can prevent illness and skin disease in high risk population

23-Jun-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A nutrient dense plant-based supplement can reduce risk of illness and skin disease during acclimatisation to unfavourable weather conditions, according to a new randomised study of Russian students.

Colgate-Palmolive files patent on ‘anti-irritant’ CBD antiperspirant

10-Jun-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Personal care major Colgate-Palmolive has developed an antiperspirant formula containing cannabidiol (CBD) that it says works as an anti-irritant on the skin.

The Body Shop transitioning to vegan beauty product formulations

07-Jun-2021 By Deanna Utroske

At the start of June, the Natura-owned company announced plans to certify all of its product formulations—body care, skin care, color cosmetics, etc.—with The Vegan Society by December 2023.

Clean sweep: Clé De Peau’s new micellar cleansing water to feature Shiseido’s new make-up removing tech

02-Jun-2021 By Amanda Lim

Japanese beauty giant Shiseido has developed new technology to enhance the effectiveness of micellar water that it will launch with Clé De Peau Beauté starting from June 2021.

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Top 5 most-read stories May 2021: Essential oils, vegan carmine red and digital light concerns

01-Jun-2021 By Kacey Culliney

A round-up of CosmeticsDesign-Europe’s most-read news from May 2021 shows interest in the fragrance potential of essential oils, Unilever’s patent-pending vegan replacement for carmine red and research from Beiersdorf and Norway dismissing digital blue...

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Unilever files patent for at-home ‘user friendly’ teeth whitening kit

26-May-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Personal care major Unilever has developed a whitening kit for teeth that combines a film containing a photosensitiser and an actinic light source for simple and efficient use at home.

Kimchi-isolated probiotic strain supplementation reduces acne severity – CJ Foods’ 12-week RCT

26-May-2021 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of a probiotic strain isolated from kimchi has shown to reduce the severity of acne, a 12-week RCT has shown.

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Green chemistry is a ‘mindset’ that holds great promise for circular beauty, says expert

20-May-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Green chemistry is circular by design and therefore provides an important tool for the beauty industry as it looks to improve its environmental impact longer-term, an expert consultant says.

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Skin deep: Active cosmetic delivery needs ‘unified laws and regulations’ worldwide – review

20-May-2021 By Kacey Culliney

The cosmetics industry has significantly advanced in active ingredients and skin delivery systems over recent decades, but international standards and regulations are required as novel technologies continue to evolve, say researchers.

Botanical supplement reduces effects of pollution on skin health, says study

13-May-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

The polyphenol-rich supplement Zeropollution improves the signs of skin ageing, strengthens skin barrier function, and counteracts oxidative stress, according to a new study involving 100 women.

Beiersdorf: Digital blue light skin health concerns are ‘unfounded’

12-May-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Artificial blue light from digital devices does not damage skin because the levels emitted during use are not enough to trigger harmful effects, says Beiersdorf – claims matched by a recent study from Norway.

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Essential oils have 'enormous versatility’ as natural fragrance source in cosmetics: Review

04-May-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Essential oils have seen a revival in cosmetics over the past few years and will continue to surge, appreciated for their ability to impart a wide range of natural, unique and pleasant fragrances but also pack a bioactive punch, says a review.

Pine bark extract may protect skin from seasonal changes, environmental stress: Study

28-Apr-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Oral supplementation with a standardized extract from French pine bark may help the skin retain moisture, elasticity and barrier function, says a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study with Han Chinese working outdoors in Beijing.