Science, R&D
New generations of after-sun creams could protect better the skin, a new research suggests
Many of the damage that ultraviolet radiation does to skin occurs hours after sun exposure, a Yale-led team of researchers concluded in a...
Study takes step towards a pill able to turn white fat into brown fat
Of course it won’t provide the numerous health benefits of exercise, but researchers at the Harvard Stem Cell Institute (HSCI) have...
Bee propolis offers hope for hair regrowth: study
Propolis, a resinous mixture from botanical origin that bees use as a sealant and to inhibit fungal and bacterial growth in their hives,...
DSM quantifies stratum corneum variations in different skin ethnicities
Hydration and barrier function and thickness and repair capacity of facial stratum corneum partially vary according to skin ethnicities,...
IFSCC 2014: The cosmetics industry takes to "omics" sciences
From the genome to anti-aging creams, “omics” sciences invited themselves at the 28th congress of the International Federation of...
World’s oldest people share no genetic secrets: study
Think the reason some people live beyond the age of 100 is because of their genes? Think again. US scientists said they’ve found no...
Grape compound shown to help fight acne: study
After heart and dental health, a team of US scientists has found that a compound found in grapes and red wine could also play a role in...
Study says pregnant women should avoid contact with antibacterial compounds
A study recently presented at the 248th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society (ACS) indicates, ironically,...
Study reveals the promising potential of Brazilian clays for the cosmetic industry
Brazil is one of the countries with the highest mineral potential in the world, but many of the resources found in its subsoil have not...
Study says staying cool creates ’good’ brown fat
In a preliminary study to learn about mysterious but promising brown fat cells, researchers demonstrated that exposure to cool...
