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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Jun 12, 2013 | Article
The authors of the present invention have found that the combination of galactomannan and N-acetyl cysteine provides a synergistic effect in the antioxidant capacity of both components, which...
Mar 6, 2013 | Article
Polymer chemistry is diverse, defined as large molecules made up of chains or rings of linked repeating units (simple reactive building block compounds); formed from smaller molecules (monomers)...
Nov 21, 2012 | Article
This invention provides pharmaceutical compositions for topical application to enhance hair growth comprising an effective amount of a cyclopentane heptanoic acid, 2-cycloalkyl or arylalkyl...
Jul 25, 2012 | Article
By Nancy Jeffries
HBA celebrated a milestone this year having completed its 20th year as the host of the pre-eminent Global Beauty Expo. Held in New York City at the Jacob Javits Center from June 19-21, 2012, the...
May 16, 2012 | Article
The amount of light necessary to maintain normal functionality of the dermis without harming the skin is basically unknown and is certainly dependent on the skin characteristics inherent to each...
Jul 20, 2011 | Article
Skin is always exposed to external stimuli. Consequently, wrinkles, flabbiness, dullness and pigmentation occur in the skin with age, and the properties of the skin change. This is called skin...
Nov 17, 2010 | Article
By Nick Morante
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 29, 2010 | Article
Eye makeup and treatment products are strong performers in today's burgeoning eye care market. Enhanced lashes, featuring lash growth and volumizing formulations, and the reduction of fine lines...
Apr 7, 2010 | Article
By Isabelle Afriat
The skin is the largest organ of the body, and it is composed of three main layers. The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin. Keratinocytes constitute 95% of the cells of the epidermis. The...