Formulation & Science

Processed foods including pickles linked to higher risk of eczema in adults – China study

19-Jan-2022 By Guan Yu Lim

The frequent consumption of processed foods leads to an increased risk for atopic dermatitis, according to a study conducted on adults living in China.

Amorepacific confirms the effects of ceramide moisturiser in treating chemotherapy-induced skin dryness

19-Jan-2022 By Amanda Lim

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.

Microbiome and skin ageing: Postbiotics in beauty hold potential for new product development

13-Jan-2022 By Amanda Lim

There is potential in moving microbiome skin care beyond sensitive skin and acne treatments into the anti-ageing segment, where more consumers are searching for solutions that target the root causes of skin ageing.

Surface defence: Kao study finds that skin pH and temperature affect hand barrier antibacterial function

12-Jan-2022 By Amanda Lim

New research published by Kao Corporation has demonstrated that skin pH and temperature can affect the antimicrobial activity on the surface of the hands.

Innovation 2022: Three exciting areas of research set to shape beauty and personal care

11-Jan-2022 By Amanda Lim

We breakdown three exciting areas of research that are set to have a major impact on cosmetic product development this year, with expert analysis from industry insiders.

Predicting hair loss: L’Oréal files patent on alopecia prognosis, diagnosis and treatment

10-Jan-2022 By Kacey Culliney

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...

Would ewe believe it? Tasmanian dairy develops skin care range from unwanted sheep’s milk

04-Jan-2022 By Amanda Lim

A family-owned dairy has ventured into cosmetics in bid to transform unwanted sheep’s milk into a range of luxurious sheep’s milk skin care products.

Skin science: Top 10 most-read stories on cosmetics science and research of 2021

17-Dec-2021 By Amanda Lim

In this 2021 round-up, we’re featuring the biggest cosmetic science stories of the year.

Something to crow about: Shiseido research shows men form crow’s feet wrinkles more than 10 years earlier than women

08-Dec-2021 By Amanda Lim

A new study by Japanese cosmetics firm Shiseido has discovered evidence that men tend to form wrinkles at the corners of their eyes more than a decade earlier than women.

Chew on this: Dentist develops eco-friendly toothpaste tablets that meet dental care standards

07-Dec-2021 By Amanda Lim

A dentist in Australia has developed environmentally friendly toothpaste tablets to meet the consumer desire for elevated oral care products that achieve dental care standards.

Alaskan Bog Blueberry shows early promise as UV protection ingredient

02-Dec-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

In UV protection, synthetics are under fire and a fruit from Alaska shows early promise as a botanical alternative.

Zen for your skin: Taiwanese brand Phytoflow claims to unlock benefits of meditation with natural extracts

02-Dec-2021 By Amanda Lim

Taiwanese cosmetics firm 3dL Inc. launches a new series of skin care products that claim to mimic the effect of meditation on the skin with natural extracts by increasing beta-endorphin release.

Evolving tech: Shiseido to expand capabilities of Second Skin to target nasolabial lines

01-Dec-2021 By Amanda Lim

Japanese cosmetics company Shiseido is to extend the capabilities of its Second Skin technology for use on the nasolabial lines – or smile lines – to prevent ‘sagging cheeks’.

Q&A

100% talc-free line was not about replacing talc but about rethinking powders, says Gotha

30-Nov-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

Contract manufacturer Gotha Cosmetics recently released a line of 100% talc-free formulations to meet consumer demand, particularly in the US. CosmeticsDesign spoke with Gotha Marketing Director Viviana Barker Hemings and R&D and Regulatory Director...

SCS Formulate 2021

Society of Cosmetic Scientists president: ‘The supplier is the formulator’s best friend’

29-Nov-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Beauty formulators must continue to strengthen supplier relationships, particularly amidst the push for greener and more sustainable product development, says the president of the Society of Cosmetic Scientists (SCS).