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What can be done to support the infant microbiome?
Infant skin is sensitive, becoming easily irritated by harsh chemicals and textures. As parents become more aware of the importance of...
Dec 4, 2024
What is psycare? The mental health movement taking the cosmetic world by storm
Psycare is a cosmeceutical trend prioritising wellbeing and a holistic approach to skincare that promotes emotional and psychological...
Dec 4, 2024
Could neurocosmetics be a solution to ageing skin?
Neurocosmetics is an emergent practice in the personal care space focusing on the connection between the nervous system and skin when...
Dec 4, 2024
What is the potential for AI in formulation development and personalisation?
Machine learning is a field of artificial intelligence (AI), that uses complex algorithms to predict outcomes based on training datasets....
Dec 4, 2024
What can algae-derived nutrients do for the skin?
Algae have been making waves recently as potential ingredients for use in the world of cosmetics, with many companies harnessing their...
Dec 4, 2024
Age Before Beauty: The Rise and Dangers of Skincare Product Use in Young People
The rise of skincare-focused influencers on social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram and YouTube has led many children as young as 8...
Dec 3, 2024
Acne Advances: Are Biofilm-Targeting Treatments the Way Forward?
Acne vulgaris, affecting up to 97% of adolescents globally, is a widespread skin condition. Recent advancements in treatment are focusing...
Nov 28, 2024
How Do Chemical Peels Disrupt or Enhance the Skin Microbiome?
Chemical peels are dermatological procedures that involve applying a chemical solution to the skin, thereby exfoliating the top layers to...
Nov 22, 2024
Are Antibiotics Waging War on Your Skin Microbiome?
Antibiotics are a class of antimicrobial substances designed to target and eliminate bacteria. They play a crucial role in modern...
Nov 19, 2024
Is Intense Pulsed Light Secretly Reshaping Your Skin’s Balance?
Intense Pulsed Light or IPL is a non-invasive treatment method that uses broad-spectrum light to address various skin concerns such as...
Nov 13, 2024
Do Preservatives Harm the Skin Microbiome?
Understanding preservatives Preservatives are added to cosmetic products to protect against the growth of pathogenic microorganisms and...
Oct 11, 2024
Unleashing the Power of Prebiotics in Microbiome Transformation
Skincare products formulated with prebiotic ingredients feed and support the skin microbiome. Through varying mechanisms, research shows...
Oct 3, 2024
Unveiling Nature's Acne Assassin
Acne is a prevalent and multifactorial skin disease affecting teenagers and adults, generally stemming from an imbalance in the skin...
Oct 3, 2024
How does the Microbiome Affect Psoriasis Onset?
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects up to 3% of people globally (Chen et al 2020). It can cause dry & flaky lesions on...
Oct 3, 2024
What can Lactobacillus do for the Skin?
Lactobacilli are arguably one of the most important probiotics for the body, a genus of Gram-positive, catalase-negative,...
Oct 3, 2024
How does Urban Life Affect the Skin?
More people are increasingly relocating from rural areas to larger, more polluted cities, with an estimated 4.4 billion people inhabiting...
Oct 3, 2024
Could your Morning Coffee Protect you Against UV Damage?
Caffeine is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world, with many common sources including coffee, tea, and soft drinks. In...
Oct 2, 2024
Skinovation from the Sea: The Wonders of Salmon DNA
Polynucleotides (PNs) are a class of naturally-occurring biomolecule produced by cells of the body that drive growth and maintenance....
Oct 2, 2024
What is the Hidden Power of Niacinamide?
Niacinamide is a naturally occurring form of vitamin B3 present in products such as meat, fish, and green vegetables. Consuming this...
Oct 2, 2024
Understanding Hormonal Changes
Understanding hormonal changes In a lifetime the skin’s physiology changes due to hormonal changes that occur such as puberty,...
Sep 27, 2024
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