Nanotechnology

New nanotechnology science journal to launch

17-Mar-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Elsevier, a global provider of scientific, technical and medical information on products and solutions, has announced the launch of an open access journal, ‘Colloid and Interface Science Communications’ (COLCOM), relevant to the beauty industry.

FDA ICCR focuses in on nanomaterials and test alternatives

03-Mar-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

The FDA has released three documents from the most recent Cooperation on Cosmetics Regulation (ICCR) meeting, which discussed nanomaterial safety, and cosmetics testing regulation.

Understanding of natural nanoscale device may be useful for cosmetics

30-Jan-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Scientists at Harvard University and the Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) hope a new understanding of a natural nanoscale photonic device that enables a small marine animal to change its colors will also inspire cosmetic applications.

New research to open up regenerative applications

17-Dec-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Researchers at Laboratoire Matière Molle, Paris have discovered how to obtain a very strong adhesion between two gels by spreading a solution of nanoparticles on their surface.

Scientists encourage ‘safer’ rutile form of TiO2 in cosmetics

26-Sep-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Research originating in Torino, Italy is encouraging sunscreen and cosmetics formulators to use the rutile form of titanium dioxide rather than anatase as tests have suggested it is safer.

Huntsman to acquire Rockwood’s titanium dioxide business

19-Sep-2013

Huntsman Corporation and Rockwood Holdings have announced that Huntsman will acquire Rockwood’s performance additives and titanium dioxide businesses.

Brazil rejects labelling bill over nanotechnology concerns

21-Aug-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

The Brazilian government has rejected a proposal to regulate labelling of cosmetics, amongst other consumer goods, as provisions relating to nanomaterials were considered insufficient.

Dermatologist stresses importance of sun protection to reduce cancer risk

13-Jun-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A leading dermatologist in the US has outlined the importance of wearing sunscreen and taking vitamin supplements to avoid over exposure to the sun and reduce the risk of skin cancer.

Argex expands titanium dioxide production in Canada

02-May-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Titanium dioxide producer Argex will up its production of the sunscreen ingredient having signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Valleyfield Enterprises for a long-term lease of at least 235,000 square feet of existing building space located...

Scientists suggest gold nanoparticles could accelerate aging and wrinkles

30-Apr-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A research team from Stony Brook University in New York have revealed research suggesting that pure gold nanoparticles used in a range of personal care products could lead to accelerated aging and wrinkling, as well as slowing in wound healing.

Hair of gold – now a possibility as nanoparticle use could lead to permanent hair dyes

03-Jan-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Flowing locks of golden hair could become a permanent hair dye option after scientists reported the first synthesis of gold nanoparticles inside human hairs; a discovery that has big implications for hair dyeing and colouring.

Australian scientists call for longer skin tests in sunscreen

27-Nov-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

According to a team of scientists at Australia’s Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, despite previous research finding that nanoparticles do not penetrate the skin, it remains debatable as to whether this remains true under normal...