Aug 14, 2013 | Article
By Eric Abrutyn
L. Kligman wrote in 1983 about chronic UV radiation damage to the human dermis. Based on UV exposure to hairless mice, it was shown that repair can occur if skin is protected by sunscreens of both...
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Apr 22, 2013 | Article
By Nancy Jeffries
Sun care has come a long way since the days of reflective mirrors and baby oil. Consumer consciousness has been raised, advances in R&D achieved, and educational initiatives forged by numerous...
Jul 6, 2011 | Article
By Amanda Foxon-Hill
For many formulators the arrival of invisible physical SPF protection was somewhat of a watershed moment. No more white streaks, no more thick creams, no more clogging and dragging. However, the...
Mar 16, 2011 | Article
The Baby Care market is showing growth, particularly in the areas of naturals and sun care. It is strengthening its foothold with products that appeal to consumers' consciousness regarding...
Jan 26, 2011 | Article
By Nick Morante
As I mentioned in my Community Insights a couple of weeks ago, it's been a very productive year for SpecialChem in terms of education and participation. The most impressive area which SpecialChem...
Jan 12, 2011 | Article
Nov 17, 2010 | Article
The subject of nanotechnology is continuously being discussed in all cosmetic circles. It is a very important subject that will ultimately determine the future of new cosmetic product development...
Sep 1, 2010 | Article
Multi-hued beauty is one of the most dynamic growth areas in the cosmetics arena today. No longer the domain of any single group, the multicultural or ethnic consumer, which includes, but is not...
Aug 19, 2009 | Article
The use of treatment ingredients in makeup and other decorative cosmetics has become more prevalent in recent times. But what do we consider treatment ingredients? On many occasions I have been...
May 26, 2009 | Article
With global warming a factor for increased sun exposure, and UV damage to skin, hair and overall health, direct correlates, manufacturers and scientists are finding ways to educate consumers about...