Perfume’s journey from sacred offering to commercial commodity is a fascinating tale spanning centuries and cultures. The story begins in ancient times when the great religions of Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Shintoism, and Zoroastrianism used perfume in the form of incense to enhance their spiritual practices. They believed that the fragrant smoke of burning incense…
What is skin microbiota?The skin has a barrier function. Advances in science have made it possible to discover that it is duly supported in its protective functions by an army of micro-organisms that are invisible to the naked eye but are present in their millions on every square centimeter of skin: the skin microbiota. The…
SummaryShort peptides not only play crucial roles in living organisms, but these biomolecules are also important for different industrial markets. Although they have many benefits, there is a downside, since current chemical and biological production techniques are environmentally unfriendly and costly – especially in large quantities. Therefore, the Austrian Centre of Industrial Biotechnology (acib), and…
Introduction The face is a symbol of a person’s identity as well as an integral component of social communication. Ageing of the face is visible and of significant cosmetic importance so alterations in the facial appearance has been extensively studied. Although facial changes from ageing are specific to each individual as a manifestation of genetics,…
Introduction In the dynamic landscape of personal care product manufacturing, achieving optimal formulation stability and performance is crucial for meeting consumer expectations and regulatory standards. Emulsions, serving as the backbone of numerous cosmetic and skincare products, rely heavily on emulsifiers to impart stability, texture and sensory feel. However, the diverse demands of modern formulations, coupled…
Abstract Much attention is given to protecting facial skin from damage caused by exposure to sunlight and pollutants. However, we tend to overlook the fact that our scalp and hair are also exposed to harmful UV rays, pollutants in the air and water, and the chemicals present in hair care products that we use daily….
Dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis are prevalent scalp disorders that affect millions of people worldwide, both characterized by flaking, itching, and inflammation. These conditions not only pose cosmetic concerns but also impact the quality of life for affected individuals. Seborrheic dermatitis is a chronic and relapsing inflammatory disorder, represents an exacerbation of dandruff pathology, often affecting…
The cosmetics industry is shifting away from anti-ageing claims towards a more positive approach to ageing. Consumers now seek a “pro-ageing” philosophy that prioritizes looking healthy over looking younger. Brands are embracing a new vocabulary centered on renewal, regeneration, and glow to align with this shift. Beauty is evolving to encompass overall well-being, lifestyle, and quality of life, emphasizing tonicity, elegance, and silhouette preservation.
Consumers are increasingly expecting the beauty and personal care products that they purchase to be environmentally responsible.
Perspiration, also known as sweat, is the production of fluids secreted by sweat glands. In humans, two types of sweat glands can be found: eccrine glands and apocrine glands. Human perspiration has two essential functions
Editor’s NoteWe are pleased to present you our new columnSymphony Be-Beauty™, which will now appear every two months. This column deals with the topics of health, well-being, wellness and beauty from within.Alison O’Neil, Expert in Aesthetic Health, starts off by reporting on the Global Wellness Summit conference in Miami that took place in November ast…
The quest for even skin tone by consumers has let brands to create lightening products in every category and the famous tikitoker Cara Brook does the exact opposite and says darken the light areas #demimethod. Either way the quest for even skin tone and embracing diversity is shifting the conversation on hyperpigmentation.
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