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Skin color of Chinese women across different regions of China: An analysis based on both individual typology angle and hue angle

Skin color is considered an important beauty standard for women in China. The typical tool for skin color measurement, individual typology angle (ITA), was developed based on Caucasian skin features....

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Application of plant extracts cosmetics in the field of anti-aging

Skin aging is a direct manifestation of body aging, representing a complex and irreversible natural process, which is influenced by genetics, lifestyle and environmental factors. In the process of skin...

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Anti-skin aging effects and bioavailability of collagen tripeptide and elastin peptide formulations in young and middle-aged women

Collagen peptides (CP), including tripeptides and elastin peptides (EP), are known for their in vitro and in vivo anti-skin aging effects. Despite positive results in animal models, the combination...

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Mechanism of action of preservatives in cosmetics

Cosmetic preservatives are essential to ensure the safety and effectiveness of these products. They help prevent microbial contamination, maintain longer shelf life and ensure cosmetics remain safe...

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Recent advances on application of polysaccharides in cosmetics

Natural products have attracted wide attention in the cosmetics market due to their safety and high efficiency. As a highly active substance in nature, natural polysaccharides have been reported in...

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Sensitive skin syndrome: Research progress on mechanisms and applications

Sensitive skin is a clinical syndrome characterized by a hyper-reactive state of the skin, primarily on the face. It is accompanied by subjective symptoms such as burning, stinging, itching, and tightness...

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The main causes and corresponding solutions of skin pigmentation in the body

The skin's normal color is primarily determined by the quantity and distribution of pigment, the level of hemoglobin in the skin's blood vessels, and various optical factors. Additionally, mechanical...

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Expert consensus on the technical specifications of the in vitro skin penetration test of cosmetic product by Franz diffusion cell

Diffusion cell test is one of the most commonly used in vitro model to detect the percutaneous absorption of cosmetic ingredients. Although PRC State Administration of Quality Supervision and Quarantine...

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Advancements in the application of natural extracts for atopic dermatitis treatment

Atopic dermatitis, a common chronic inflammatory skin disease, has an unclear etiology and may involve multiple factors such as genetic predisposition, immune abnormalities, and impaired skin barrier...

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Impact of skin sensitivity mechanisms on sebum secretion: Management strategies for oily sensitive skin

Recent epidemiological surveys based on Baumann's classification have revealed a notable rise in the prevalence of oily sensitive skin. The development of oily sensitive skin is primarily linked to...

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Evaluating the effect of moisturizers containing endogenous lipids on skin barrier properties

Lipids in stratum corneum are largely responsible for skin barrier function. There have been numerous studies on skin barrier repairing and moisturizing effects of products containing occlusives, emollients...

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Preparation and decolorization of sapindus mukurossi extract and its application in sebum-control shampoos

Sapindus mukurossi extract (SME) is a kind of natural surface active ingredient with potential applications in cleansing products. However, the polyphenols and pigments contained in the extract may...

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Antioxidant activities of sea buckthorn polysaccharides and their potential application in cosmetic industry

Many natural polysaccharides have been reported to protect against skin aging through antioxidant pathways, but sea buckthorn polysaccharides have been less well studied in terms of antioxidant activity,...

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Recent advances in exploring the properties and applications of hyaluronan

Hyaluronan (HA) is a naturally occurring polysaccharide in the organism. As one of the main components of the extracellular matrix, it plays an important role in regulating various cellular processes,...

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Pedunculoside promotes oral ulcer healing in mice by upregulating STAT3 and Smad3

Pedunculoside (PE) is a pentacyclic triterpenoid saponin found in the dried barks of the Ilex rotunda Thunb. In traditional Chinese medicine, the juice extracted from various Ilex species is commonly...

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Preparation and characterization of a nanostructured lipid carrier for phenylethyl resorcinol

Phenylethyl resorcinol (PR) demonstrates inhibitory effects on multiple targets in the melanin synthesis pathway, resulting in a strong whitening effect. However, challenges such as limited solubility...

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Inhibition of Propionibacterium acnes by refined bamboo vinegar and preparation of the slow-release system with bamboo charcoal as the carrier

Acne vulgaris is one of the most common skin diseases that can significantly impact a considerable proportion of individuals over their lifetime....

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15 % Azelaic acid gel modify the skin microbiota of acne vulgaris

Over 85 % of teenagers and young adults worldwide suffer from acne vulgaris (AV), a widespread chronic condition that makes up 15–20 % of all skin disease cases....

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Product family modeling technology for customized cosmetic packaging design based on basic-element theory

As the market demands change, SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) have long faced many design issues, including high costs, lengthy cycles, and insufficient innovation. These issues are especially...

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Research on strategies for reducing the irritability of potassium cocoyl glycinate in cleansing

Potassium cocoyl glycinate, a kind of amino acid surfactant, is widely used as major component for facial cleansing. However, the interaction between surfactants and compounds in the stratum corneum...

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An overview of progress in the application of recombinant collagen in cosmetics

Collagen is the most abundant protein in mammals. Based on the source, collagen can be categorized into human and non-human-derived collagen, while the recombinant collagen is divided into recombinant...

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Stability and efficacy of pterostilbene nanoliposomes in cosmetic applications: A comprehensive study

Pterostilbene (PT), a lipid-soluble polyphenol known for its antioxidant, anticancer, and various other biological properties, holds potential as an active ingredient in cosmetics for its anti-wrinkle...

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An ionic liquid nanoparticles for dermal targeted delivery and effective anti-wrinkle treatment

Aging is a natural process that cannot be stopped but retarded. Hydroxypinacolone retinoate (HPR) is a potent anti-wrinkle agent, but with severe irritancy, low stability, and poor water solubility,...

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Efficacy of topical Raphanus sativus seed powder mixed with honey versus hydroquinone 4 % cream in the treatment of melasma – A randomized controlled trial

Melasma is a prevalent skin disorder affecting a wide range of populations. In Unani system of medicine, a traditional healing system with a rich historical background, there exists a repository of...

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