Phages sourced from the environment can seamlessly integrate into cosmetic formulations and they thrive under an optimal storage condition between 4 and 25 °C, according to Thai researchers.
Carole Gherardi, Market Segment Lead for Personal Care at IFF, and Maider Gutierrez, Global Health Category Leader at IFF, reveal more about the evolution of this market and new opportunities for brands.
Cosmetics researchers are still exploring how microscopic life on our skin affects its health, but recent research has started to piece together the puzzle.
Innovation in cosmetic ingredients targeting the skin microbiome is surging, but the ultimate dream is to be able to incorporate beneficial live bacteria into formulations, says a principal scientist at L’Oréal Research & Innovation.
The scientific community has had its eyes on the microbiome for years, but for the beauty industry and its consumers, 2022 will be the year the concept really gains important ground, says the founder of Gallinée.
Under the agreement announced today, the Netherlands-based bacterial technology company will give L’Oréal access to a proprietary enzyme that targets and kills staphylococcus aureus—the endolysin is already an ingredient in Micreos’ own skin care brand...
Sunscreen formulations containing UV-filters such as octyl salicylate (OS) and homosalate (HS) may be breeding grounds for two pathogenic bacteria, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Burkholderia cepacian, despite the presence of preservatives.
Late last week, the multinational pharmaceutical company announced a partnership with dermatology biotech company Azitra to will leverage the skin microbiome in a whole new way.
At this week’s in-cosmetics North America trade show in New York City, the beauty biotech company is showcasing IceAwake, a biotech ingredient made available by glacial melt.
The two companies have struck a deal that will combine their technological knowhow with the aim of creating “a stable oily active ingredient” by the end of the year.
The personal care maker has teamed up with a company that specializes in solving bacterial problems. And the partnership is on track to develop at least one commercially viable skin care product.
Cosmetics Design connected with Mark Dorfman of Biomimicry 3.8 in advance of his presentation at next month’s Sustainable Cosmetics Summit in New York City to find out how biomimetics can be used to make genuinely sustainable personal care and cosmetic...
The microbiome, probiotics, and bacteria are buzz-worthy topics in personal care and cosmetic formulation. For this installment of Two Views, Cosmetics Design asked Kelly A. Dobos of Sun Chemical and Shaheen Majeed of Sabinsa if and how the industry is...
In a newly published review of the emerging personal care subcategory, board certified dermatologist and nationally recognized anti-aging expert Dr. Patricia K. Farris acknowledges that topical probiotics can benefit the skin and suggests that there’s...
Gene synthesis company Gen9 has agreed to supply the renewable molecule and ingredient maker Amyris with synthetic DNA constructs, which will be used to engineer new ingredients for use by the personal care and beauty industries.
Microbiota plays an important role in skin health as it helps nourish and also protect against foreign microorganisms, meaning it is a good place to start if you want beautiful skin, according to a leading expert at L’Oréal.
Procter & Gamble continues its march towards becoming a leaner and more focused business with the sale of the Escudo soap brand to Kimberly-Clark de Mexico.
US researchers are conducting studies that could eventually determine the optimal levels of bacteria on hands and how it can influence overall skin and human health.
Scientists at North Carolina State University have presented research that points to an effective environmentally-friendly antibacterial agent developed using lignin nanoparticles.
Research from across the pond has shown how resveratrol works to inhibit growth of the bacteria that causes acne and can also be combined with benzoyl peroxide, a common acne medicine, to enhance the drug's ability to kill the bacteria.
A group of scientists have discovered a way to trick algae's biological clock to remain in its daytime setting, which dramatically boosts the amount of valuable compounds that the marine plants can produce when they are grown in constant light.
As the quest for natural substitutes to petroleum-based plastics continues, scientists at the Polytechnic University of Catalonidia have discovered a microorganism in South America that produces poly-beta-hydroxybutyrate (PHB), which will come as good...
A new study has found that increasing the body’s friendly strain of certain microbes with a skin cream or lotion may help calm spotty or imperfect complexions and protect the skin.
The American Cleaning Institute has reiterated the safety of soaps and cosmetics in the wake of a recent study on triclosan, and warned that some information presented in the research could be misleading.
Irish scientists believe they are one step closer to finding an effective treatment for the common skin complaint rosacea, after identifying a bacteria as being the root cause of the associated rash.
Ganeden Biotech has developed Bonicel, a probiotic-based, anti-aging, nutricosmetic ingredient said to improve skin hydration, elasticity and fine lines and wrinkles that can be used topically in lotions, creams, gels, powders, scrubs, masks and cleansers.
Marine biotechnology company Aquapharm Biodiversity has inked an exclusive deal with the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) as it looks to discover new commercially viable active ingredients for use in cosmetics, toiletries, and other personal...
Researchers in Germany are developing new ways to manufacture surfactants, commonly used in cosmetics, using biotechnological methods, with the assistance of fungi and bacteria.
One of the big challenges for the cosmetics and personal care industry is to match the science academics are providing and incorporate into industry practices according to consumer goods giant Unilever.
New Zealand-based Manuka Doctor has utilized bee venom as the main ingredient in its anti-aging, cleansing and moisturizing products due to its anti-bacterial properties.
Purity Cosmetics of San Jose California has voluntarily initiated a recall of one of its eye shadow products due to a bacterial contamination of one batch of the make-up.
A new study funded by the personal care industry claims to provide scientific evidence that antibacterial soaps do not undermine antibiotic resistance.
Oragenics has received a patent for its ProBiora3 ingredient which it hopes will help the company pursue global private label and licensing opportunities in major product categories such as oral care, food and beverage, health and wellness, and nutrition.
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) has urged the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reject a call to ban triclosan from personal care and hygiene products, claiming the petition lacks merit and relevant evidence.
For the first time, a team of scientists have performed a study of a bacterial immune system in humans over time, finding that the defenses of the oral microbiome are unique and traceable, which could help personalize oral health care in the future.
Prebiotics have the potential to fight against tooth decay as they can favour the growth of lactic acid bacteria in the mouth at the expense of the bacterial strains that cause caries, according to recent research.
Triclosan and its presence in antibacterial handsoaps is being questioned by the National Resource Defence Council (NRDC) which is taking the FDA to court over the alleged lack of regulation of the ingredient.
Triclosan should be used prudently in cosmetics for fear of developing bacterial resistance, according to a recent scientific opinion from the European Union.
Dow Microbial Control, part of the Dow Chemical Company, has extended its Neolone preservative range to meet increasing needs to control personal care microbial contamination.
Formulators using natural ingredients should pay particular attention to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to avoid contamination of their products prior to market.
A commonly used fragrance oil obtained from a tropical grass is dependent on the microbial communities present in the root of the plant, according to a recent study.
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