Mechanism of action of preservatives in cosmetics
December 2024
Cosmetic preservatives are essential to ensure the safety and effectiveness of these products. They help prevent microbial contamination, maintain longer shelf life and ensure cosmetics remain safe...
Anti-aging Efficacy of a 0.1 % Pterostilbene Skincare Emulsion: A 28-Day Clinical Trial
June 2025
Pterostilbene is gaining recognition as a promising ingredient in skincare for its anti-aging benefits. This study assessed the clinical effectiveness of a 0.1 % pterostilbene-containing skincare emulsion...
Application of plant extracts cosmetics in the field of anti-aging
June 2024
Skin aging is a direct manifestation of body aging, representing a complex and irreversible natural process, which is influenced by genetics, lifestyle and environmental factors. In the process of skin...
Nanoemulsions in cosmetics: Enhancing efficacy and stability
September 2025
Nanoemulsions have garnered significant attention in the cosmetic industry due to their ability to enhance ingredient dispersion, improve topical absorption, and enable targeted delivery of active compounds...
Formulation and evaluation of banana peel-based herbal cream for antibacterial and antifungal applications in cosmetic products
September 2025
This study aimed to develop and evaluate antimicrobial herbal creams formulated with fresh and dried banana peel (FBP and DBP) extracts for cosmetic applications. Given the abundance of lignocellulosic...
Skin color of Chinese women across different regions of China: An analysis based on both individual typology angle and hue angle
March 2024
Skin color is considered an important beauty standard for women in China. The typical tool for skin color measurement, individual typology angle (ITA), was developed based on Caucasian skin features....
Sensitive skin syndrome: Research progress on mechanisms and applications
June 2024
Sensitive skin is a clinical syndrome characterized by a hyper-reactive state of the skin, primarily on the face. It is accompanied by subjective symptoms such as burning, stinging, itching, and tightness...
Eco-friendly biosurfactants in shampoo: Green chemistry innovations for sustainable personal care
September 2025
Traditional synthetic surfactants used in shampoos, such as sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), raise significant environmental and dermatological concerns due to their poor biodegradability, high irritation...
A randomized trial evaluating an unmedicated acne-concealing hydrogel patch on the appearance of acne and its psychological impact on quality of life
December 2025
Acne is a dermatological condition with significant psychosocial consequences. This study evaluated the efficacy of an unmedicated acne-concealing hydrogel patch for improving acne appearance and acne-related...
The efficacy of a novel tomato extracts formulation on skin aging and pigmentation: A randomized, double-blind, parallel-controlled trial
March 2024
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The main causes and corresponding solutions of skin pigmentation in the body
June 2024
The skin's normal color is primarily determined by the quantity and distribution of pigment, the level of hemoglobin in the skin's blood vessels, and various optical factors. Additionally, mechanical...
Sources and types of collagens used in the cosmetic industry
March 2025
Collagen is a class of mammalian extracellular matrix of the main structural proteins, widely present in the skin, bone, muscle and other tissues and it plays a role in supporting, repairing, and protecting...
An overview of progress in the application of recombinant collagen in cosmetics
December 2024
Collagen is the most abundant protein in mammals. Based on the source, collagen can be categorized into human and non-human-derived collagen, while the recombinant collagen is divided into recombinant...
Recent advances on application of polysaccharides in cosmetics
March 2024
Natural products have attracted wide attention in the cosmetics market due to their safety and high efficiency. As a highly active substance in nature, natural polysaccharides have been reported in...
Spider silk applications: Dermatologic theranostics, cosmetics, aerospace, textile and electronics
Available online 31 October 2025
Spider silk is an exceptional biomaterial renowned for its strength, elasticity, biodegradability, and biocompatibility. Advances in recombinant DNA have enabled scalable production, broadening its...
Anti-skin aging effects and bioavailability of collagen tripeptide and elastin peptide formulations in young and middle-aged women
June 2024
Collagen peptides (CP), including tripeptides and elastin peptides (EP), are known for their in vitro and in vivo anti-skin aging effects. Despite positive results in animal models, the combination...
Avoiding laser therapy for tattoos exhibiting allergic reactions: Risks and clinical considerations
June 2025
Laser therapy is a widely accepted method for tattoo removal, fragmenting tattoo pigments for eventual clearance by the immune system. However, tattoos presenting with signs of allergic reactions—such...
Menstrual cycle phases and acne flares: A retrospective analysis in Indian women
September 2025
Acne vulgaris is a common skin disorder that impacts quality of life. Both acne and menstrual symptoms share a hormonal pathogenesis, often linked to hormonal imbalances in women. This suggests a relationship...
Formulation of a hydrating cream containing Echinacea extract as a preservative and antimicrobial agent
December 2025
The purpose of this article is to investigate the performance of Echinacea extract as a preservative and antimicrobial agent in a hydrating cream....
Evaluating the effect of moisturizers containing endogenous lipids on skin barrier properties
September 2024
Lipids in stratum corneum are largely responsible for skin barrier function. There have been numerous studies on skin barrier repairing and moisturizing effects of products containing occlusives, emollients...
Key targets and pathways in skin photoaging: a comprehensive review
September 2025
In recent years, our understanding of photoaging and photoprotection has significantly advanced, with photoaging now widely recognized as a key factor affecting both the health and aesthetic quality...
Pigmented skin spots: Morphological characteristics, common causes, and treatment with cosmetic ingredients
December 2025
Pigmented skin spots, a visible sign of aging, can significantly affect the appearance of facial skin. To elucidate their pathogenesis and support the development of novel cosmetic ingredients, this...
Fucoxanthin: An emerging ingredient in cosmeceutical applications
June 2025
Fucoxanthin, a carotenoid derived from brown seaweeds, has gained attention as a promising ingredient in skincare due to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, and photoprotective properti...
The impacts of non-surgical aesthetics on the core functional triad of skin
December 2025
As medical cosmetic technology advances rapidly, non-surgical aesthetics (NSA) interventions have emerged as a low-trauma and highly effective approach. It integrates traditional medical cosmetic techniques...
Evaluation of the efficacy of topical Nigella sativa L. with vinegar in the treatment of acne vulgaris: A randomized controlled trial
March 2025
Acne vulgaris stands as the prevailing dermatological condition on a global scale, prompting exploration into diverse therapeutic modalities. Hence, this study aimed to assess the efficacy of a formulation...