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Comparatively Speaking: Inflammation vs. Allergy

Are you formulating for sensitive skin? Or is it really normal skin undergoing a typical inflammatory response? Where do allergic reactions fit in? In this edition of "Comparatively Speaking," Nava Dayan, Ph.D., explains.

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Electric Effects: EI to Measure Skin Barrier Defects

Researchers at the Swiss Institute of Allergy and Asthma Research have identified a method based on small electrical pulses that could measure skin barrier defects.

The research conducted at the center will focus on applicable scientific discoveries to advance allergy science and develop topical innovations to address skin conditions, per the organizations.

Clinique x Mount Sinai Tackle Aging, Eczema & Allergies for Actionable Innovation

Research will comprise all ages, genders, races and ethnicities, and will "investigate the effects of factors such as diet, exercise, and stress on the skin of healthy people."

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MilliporeSigma Assays Dermal Diffusion and Fragrance Allergenicity

Two ready-to-use, IFRA-compliant calibrants and one animal-alternative substrate will be the focus of MilliporeSigma's presence at in-cosmetics Global.

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[podcast] Beauty and the Microbiome: Happily Ever After

"The introduction of chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products while simultaneously not interacting with the environment has had a significant impact on the diversity of our skin microbiome." Hear more in this podcast and at Beauty Accelerate.

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SILAB, University of San Diego Connect Quorum Sensing to Skin Disorders

University of California, San Diego and SILAB researchers have uncovered communications between pathogenic and commensal microbiota that exacerbate Netherton syndrome and atopic dermatitis in skin.

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NanoSpun Technologies Wins P&G Ventures Virtual Challenge

The Israeli-based startup develops live active skin care products based on a bioprinting technology, which the company applied in a face mask to protect the microbiome.

L'Oréal Creates Scientific Advisory Board

The board's mission will be to bring unexpected ideas pertaining to L'Oréal's research fields of interest in order to prepare for the future through the exploration of emerging scientific and technological domains.

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Beiersdorf Refutes Reports that Artificial Blue Light Causes Skin Damage

Beiersdorf has released a statement refuting reports that artificial blue light, e.g., from smartphones, laptops and tablets, causes skin damage.

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Read the Label: BAKEL Malic Lightening and Renewing Serum

To address non-uniform or dark spots on the skin, consumers can utilize this product to recover skin uniformity, compactness and luminosity.

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Read the Label: SVR Laboratoires Sensifine Crème

This hydrating gel-cream is specially developed to help soothe and comfort allergic and hypersensitive skin. This column will review the ingredient listing for claims substantiation and functionality.

The Current State of Preservatives

Once straightforward and rarely questioned, preservatives have become mired in controversy in recent years.

[interview] Beekeeper's Naturals CEO on Immunity, Propolis & the Future

"With the help of our Scientific Advisory Board, we’ve really been able to have an ongoing conversation with our customers about how important it is to care for your immune system every single day."

What’s in My Jar is an app that analyzes unsubsidized company claims and marketing language for skin care products based on their ingredients to educate consumers about how effective and potentially irritating products are.

What’s in My Jar Analyzes Product Efficacy and Irritant Potential

What’s in My Jar is an app that analyzes unsubsidized company claims and marketing language for skin care products to educate consumers about how effective or potentially irritating products are.

TCM in Skin Whitening and Lightening: The Eternal Pursuit in East Asia

Statistics have shown that products with TCM claims account for a large share of the skin whitening product market—nearly 33% in 2011, which has risen year after year.

Chemical Reaction: When Looking Back is Looking Forward

The beauty industry has an insatiable craving for innovation. Evaluating the foresight and acumen of the founders of the modern beauty business informs where the industry’s been, the methods of its advancement and where it can still advance.

Seeking the Perfect Complexion

Understanding the cause of hyperpigmentation and the action of ingredients that address hyperpigmentation is key to developing impactful skin care products.

The Pitfalls and Burdens of Claims

Is there a sizeable regulatory risk looming in the industry’s near future, or is the industry itself at risk?