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Skin Cancer Cream Reduces Wrinkles
ANN ARBOR, Mich.—Efudx, a topical fluorouracil cream that is used to treat the early signs of skin cancer, causes epidermal injury, which stimulates wound healing and dermal remodeling resulting in improved appearance, according to researchers at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (Arch Dermatol. 2009;145(6):659-666). In a non-randomized, open-label two-week treatment with fluorouracil cream, 5 percent, followed by clinical and ...(More)
6/16/2009
Study Confirms Trilexon®’s Safety
BOCA RATON, Fla.—Greyson International Inc. received results from a safety study on Trilexon®, a new delivery system designed by Greyson that improves effectiveness of topical applications. The study confirms Trilexon is safe to use and does not cause irritation to the skin.“We are thrilled to receive excellent results from this safety study showing Trilexon is safe,” said Greyson International CEO ...(More)
6/11/2009
Natural and Organic Cosmetics Congress 2009
NUREMBERG, Germany—How do innovative distribution concepts contribute to brand development and how are international challenges successfully implemented in local markets? These key questions along with a large number of other trend-setting themes will be discussed by decision-makers from the areas of cosmetics production, marketing, sales and trade at the Natural Cosmetics Conference from Sept. 22 to 23, 2009 at the ...(More)
6/11/2009
Transdel Gives JH Direct Exclusive Rights to Transdel™
LA JOLLA, Calif.—Transdel Pharmaceuticals Inc. and JH Direct LLC have entered into a licensing agreement providing JH Direct with the exclusive worldwide rights to Transdel's anti-cellulite cosmeceutical product which utilizes Transdel's patented transdermal delivery system technology, Transdel™. The licensing agreement between Transdel and JH Direct is a significant milestone for Transdel, as it is the first agreement involving the use ...(More)
6/11/2009
Irritating Alkaline Formulas
When formulating skin care products, it’s always important to keep pH levels in mind, and healthy skin has a pH of 5.5. A recent study published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science a found an acidic surface is necessary for the barrier function, and long-term use of products made with alkaline can cause irritation due to disruptions in the ...(More)
6/11/2009
ABT Acquires Belli Materna
NEW YORK—HealthEdge Investment Partners LLC and its portfolio company, Advanced Bio-Technologies Inc. (ABT) announced ABT completed its acquisition of Belli Materna LLC located in Issaquah, Wash. Founded in 2002 by Annette Rubin and Dr. Jason Rubin, Belli is a women’s health and wellness company, focused on providing physician-formulated skin care treatments for mothers and infants. The company’s medical director, Dr. Jason ...(More)
6/10/2009
Cognis’ Beverage Bar at IFT
ANAHEIM, Calif.—Cognis Nutrition & Health is showcasing a beverage bar with drinks, including its recently launched Plantalin™ natural plant extracts to demonstrate how they can be easily added to formulations while maintaining the product’s look and taste at IFT 2009. “The burgeoning market for ‘beauty-from-within’ products presents our customers with tremendous opportunities,” said Laura Troha, Marketing Manager, Cognis Nutrition & ...(More)
6/10/2009
Herbal Compound May Reduce Dark Circles
CAMPINAS, Brazil—A Brazilian study found the reduction in the inflammatory process, as well as the antioxidant protection against deleterious elements from treatment with an herbal compound may be considered an integral approach to preserve the integrity of vascular endothelium, preventing the hemodynamic congestion that culminates in the formation of "dark circles" around the eyes (J Cosmet Derm 2009;8(2):127-135). Researchers wanted ...(More)
6/10/2009
Antioxidants May Protect Skin Against Light Therapy Side Effects
MCLEAN, Va.—The concurrent pneumatic topical application of polyphenolic antioxidants reduced lipid peroxidation and skin dehydration in intense pulsed light therapy (IPL)-treated skin in a recent study (J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2009) (DOI:10.1080/14764170902984887). Researchers concluded polyphenolic antioxidants may confer a protective effect on facial skin and enhance the effects of IPL therapy. In a split-face study, 10 volunteers underwent three full-face ...(More)
6/10/2009
COSMOS-Standard Available Online
MANNHEIM, Germany—BDIH (Germany), BIOFORUM (Belgium), COSMEBIO & ECOCERT (France), ICEA (Italy) and SOIL ASSOCIATION (U.K.) announced the publication of COSMOS-standard, the new harmonized and most challenging European cosmetics organic and natural standard. The final version of the standard is available on its Web site. After six years of intensive work and an international public consultation of three months, the European ...(More)
6/9/2009
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