A new clinical study demonstrates “statistically significant improvements” in skin with the supplementation of Eternalyoung (EY), a blend of four botanical ingredients from Monteloeder, S. L.
A clinical trial has found that Kerry Group’s probiotic strain Sporevia (Bacillus subtilis MB40) can eliminate Staphylococcus aureus in the human body by more than 95%.
Formulations of Lactobacillus crispatus strains may be effective against bacterial vaginosis (BV) and vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), according to a new study published in Beneficial Microbes.
For manufacturers and suppliers to the cosmetics industry, natural bioactive pigments like those recently examined in this study by Portuguese researchers hold potential for a variety of cosmetics and personal beauty care product formulations.
In an effort to study more sustainable ingredient options to stabilize and improve antioxidant cosmetic formulations, Portuguese researchers examined the 'usefulness of cork extracts in the cosmetic industry' for wider application by manufacturers...
In a recent study, researchers observed that lemongrass extract improved 'epidermal hydration' and skin 'barrier integrity' with consistent topical application, suggesting its beneficial properties as a cosmetic bioactive ingredient.
A recent study determined Liquiritigenin 'blocks loss of skin nutrients' and reduces 'stress in keratinocytes,' demonstrating great promise as a beneficial ingredient for anti-aging topical product formulation.
Researchers recently confirmed after extensive testing that using low molecular weight gel may be more beneficial for manufacturers formulating topical antioxidant or postbiotic products.
Marine-based ingredients and bioactive compounds continue to gain ground in beauty, but the full potential of what these can offer formulations has yet to be exploited, finds a review.
In an effort to provide consumers with greater photoprotection for the UV sensitive lip area, researchers have recently published encouraging findings regarding the formulation of different lipsticks with protective sunscreen ingredient additives.
A new study has investigated jellyfish peptides, suggesting that they can serve as a promising new source of antioxidants to be utilised in a variety of applications.
Use of blue biotechnology in beauty continues to gain ground, but the concept remains complex for consumers and needs to be better defined before it reaches its true potential, say scientific and innovation specialists.
Ultramarine blue pigment can fully replace black pigments in foundations and provide superior cosmetic benefits for North Asian complexions, suggests a new study by Japan-based L’Oréal researchers.
Dead Sea water (DSW) has considerable potential in cosmetics application, but compatibility issues in formulations need to be resolved before it can be safely applied, say researchers.
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Supplements containing colourless carotenoids offer promise as a dietary intervention for photoprotection and wider skin health at a time when consumers are increasingly turning to inside-out strategies, finds a review.
Research on alternative actives for deodorants and antiperspirants is building, but efficacy testing is limiting advances and most successes in the category remain based on ingredients introduced more than 50 years ago, say researchers.
Portuguese researchers determined these extracts, which are readily available agro-industrial by-products, have significant potential to become valuable bioactive ingredients for cosmetic and personal beauty care products with added SPF protection.
Extensive testing shows strong evidence that the isolated extracts could be another commercially available bioactive to help fight signs of aging for cosmetics consumers.
Reading scientific study reports is part and parcel of working in this industry but many have not come from a scientific background, making it difficult to confidently read reports and critically analyse how robust and impactful findings really are. This...
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Curcuma supplements in combination with a curcuma-based topical show most promise in targeting ageing signs like wrinkles versus just using a cream, say researchers.
The investment into tools that empower consumer education regarding ingredient transparency should remain a primary priority for manufacturers and suppliers to the cosmetics and personal care industries looking to maintain competitive in 2023, says BASF.
International personal care major Colgate-Palmolive has developed an active stannous, fluoride and potassium translucent charcoal toothpaste that offers protection from caries, erosion and hypersensitivity.
Scientific knowledge on the bioactivity of organic biomass extracts and agri-food waste has fast advanced in recent years, highlighting potential for the development of topicals targeting skin photoageing, say researchers.
Postbiotics are increasingly seen as an ideal focus for innovators in the world of microbiome modulation but hurdles are created by the lack of use of the word, by both consumers and the industry itself, according to industry experts at Probiota.
Researchers have concluded that vitamin E offers potential as an alternative treatment for chronic insomnia disorder in postmenopausal women as new data suggests it can improve sleep quality, thereby reducing sedative drug use.
As blue light protection innovation continues to surge, further research must be focused on understanding the mechanisms by which exposure leads to skin damage, suggest researchers.
Water extracts from wild and cultivar olive and Greek juniper offer promise topically to assist wound healing and promote hair growth, according to preliminary studies.
Study confirms serum an effective moisturizer 'proven to be effective, with great potential in becoming a commercial cosmeceutical product, and can be used for anti-aging.'
The British Nutrition Foundation has reviewed how diet and supplements can help with managing menopausal symptoms, concluding that a Mediterranean diet has better scientific backing than supplements.
Lignin extracted from sugarcane byproduct offers multifunctional promise as an active ingredient with UV protection and antioxidant properties for topical cosmetics, a study finds.
Issues with shelf stability, consumer education, and research gaps have been addressed through the testing and commercialization of a new lactic acid probiotic topical, according to study author Søren Kjærulff, Ph.D., CSO.
A probiotic blend can be effective in preserving or improving vaginal health, say Korean scientists as they demonstrate its role in alleviating the symptoms and severity of bacterial vaginosis (BV).
Oil extracted from Korean red ginseng byproduct offers promise in the development of active topicals targeting skin and hair health, alongside wider ingestible formulas, say researchers.
Berry researchers from around the world gathered last week at the 9th Biennial Berry Health Benefits Symposium in Tampa, FL to take a deep dive along the metabolic pathways in search of the microbes and metabolites that contribute to human health.
As beauty continues its shift away from animal-based ingredients to plant-based, it’s going to be worthwhile diving much deeper into biotechnology for more sustainable, sophisticated, efficient and innovative formulas, says the CEO of US biology startup...
A neurocosmetics project exploring the connection between skin, mind, and mood, offers the cosmetics industry a novel approach to inclusivity, says its chief architect.
The use of natural polysaccharides in skin care products could provide better functional benefits than synthetic ingredients, but further studies are needed before large-scale commercial application is possible, say researchers.
Eurocentric beauty standards encourage use of potentially harmful chemical straighteners and skin lighteners, says researchers at Columbia Mailman School of Public Health in partnership with WE ACT for Environmental Justice.
Recently published scientific review examines bioactive compounds found in coffee by-products and their potential benefits as upcycled cosmetic ingredients.
A team of dermatology researchers from L’Oréal’s La Roche-Posay brand have identified an unexpected relationship between the skin microbiome and wound healing, suggesting this presents opportunities for new therapeutic therapies.
Non-denatured type I collagen from yak hide has been found to be an effective remedy for sunburns as it can promote the regeneration and replenishment of collagen, says a new Chinese study.
Topical cosmetic application of vitamin C is more effective than oral supplementation when targeting skin health, but challenges remain around stability and absorption, finds a review.
Nutritional screening and assessments to diagnose, treat, and prevent all types of malnutrition should be carried out before surgery to obtain the best results from cosmetic procedures, according to a recent review.
The supplementation of French pine bark extract has shown to increase hair density in women who have undergone menopause, according to a six-month clinical trial conducted in Shanghai.
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![Water extracts from wild and cultivar olive trees in Oman, as well as Greek juniper plants, offer promise in assisting wound healing and hair growth [Getty Images]](jpg/olive-and-greek-juniper-water-extracts-applied-topically-offer-wound-healing-and-hair-growth-promise-finds-study-2.jpg)
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![Red ginseng oil - extracted from the byproduct of traditional ginseng manufacturing - contains a plethora of active compounds suitable for skin and hair care applications [Getty Images]](jpg/red-ginseng-oil-extract-promising-as-skin-and-hair-care-topical-finds-review-2.jpg)
![Could sun care developers perhaps look to fish for inspiration in UV protective formulas? Biotech could enable entire new categories to be born in beauty [Getty Images]](jpg/beauty-biotechnology-future-is-strong-with-new-category-opportunities-ahead-says-arcaea-ceo-2.jpg)
![Neurocosmetics can offer the cosmetics industry a novel approach to inclusivity. [Getty Images]](jpg/inclusivity-with-neurocosmetic-skin-care-2.jpg)
![Recent advances enabling better characterization of the skin microbiome has led to important findings [Getty Images]](jpg/la-roche-posay-reviews-skin-microbiome-wound-healing-link-identifying-promise-in-new-therapies-3.jpg)
![Yak collagen has been found to be an effective remedy for sunburns. [Getty Images]](jpg/yak-collagen-shows-promise-in-accelerating-healing-process-of-sunburns-chinese-study-2.jpg)
![Vitamin C or ascorbic acid offers many skin health benefits when incorporated into topical formulations, from UV damage protection to collagen maintenance [Getty Images]](jpg/vitamin-c-in-topical-cosmetics-promising-for-skin-health-says-review-2.jpg)
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