Skin Science

Datamonitor, a leading provider of online data, analytic and forecasting platforms for key vertical sectors, let the cat out of the bag on new innovative personal care products that were recently launched. According to the release, several of these new products were inspired by trends occurring in the food and beverage and dietary supplement categories. Here are a few that ...

WASHINGTON--The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) board, an expert panel of scientists, dermatologists, pharmacologists and toxicologists, and an independent branch of the Personal Care Products Council, will discuss the safety of Calendula officinalis in cosmetics at its upcoming meeting, set for Sept. 22-23. The CIR panel will review unpublished data for inclusion in its forthcoming report, which has been expanded to ...

Acne, an inflammatory skin condition, occurs when the pores become clogged with sebum, oil secreted by the sebaceous glands. Blackheads, external plugs comprised of sebum and dead cells, may be invaded by bacteria, which cause pimples, pusfilled inflammations. Adolescents are most prone to acne due to the increased production of androgens, causing increased activity in the sebaceous gland. There are ...

Skin care regimens tailored toward specific skin types and conditions have garnered interest among consumers who are leaning toward a more personalized approach in caring for their skin.In an increasingly competitive marketplace, manufacturers are seeking the newest active ingredients, delivery systems and results that differentiate their products from the competition. The hot button resides in the most current research on ...

The sun, our source of vital light and warmth, has a love/hate relationship with the inhabitants of Earth. The sun helps our bodies produce vitamin D, an essential nutrient, as well as triggering various light-controlled functions. Unfortunately, the sun can also inflict sunburn, ultraviolet (UV) damage, wrinkles and sun spots. Research on the dangers of the sun has only been ...