Benefit of a topical slimming cream in conjunction with dietary advice.

abstract：:Synopsis Greasy hair is a common problem in Europe. The first step in developing anti-grease hair products must be to establish a sensitive protocol for measuring any changes in perceived hair greasiness. Sensitive clinical trials and in vivo evaluation methods of determining hair greasiness have been developed that s...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Knott CA,Daykin K,Ryan J

更新日期：1983-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Synopsis The mechanism of colour change during the pigment dispersion process and during powder application to the skin surface was studied by examining the colour extension properties of Yellow. Red, and Black iron oxides in white powder bases. A new measure for the evaluation of the degree of colour extension was de...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Tsugita A,Fukishima T,Yoneya T,Inishijima Y

更新日期：1985-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This work describes the development, validation and application of a simple and fast high-performance liquid chromatography-with diode array dectection (HPLC-DAD) method for the determination of eight sunscreen agents: benzophenone-3, octocrylene, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, ethylhexyl salicylate, homosalate (used in...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Peruchi LM,Rath S

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Synopsis In this study a compact, hand-held, solid state erythema meter using light emitting diodes is described. This device has been constructed and used to compare with visual assessments of ultraviolet radiation in human subjects. A statistically significant correlation was obtained between erythema index and visu...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Pearse AD,Edwards C,Hill S,Marks R

更新日期：1990-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Good water-impermeable barrier function is vital for healthy skin. Abnormality of the barrier function is observed in a variety of skin diseases, such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and contact dermatitis. Moreover, repeated barrier disruption induces epidermal hyperplasia and inflammation. On the other hand, acceler...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Denda M

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Synopsis We have examined the relationship between human axillary skin microflora and underarm odour (UAO), in particular, the ability of cutaneous bacteria to transform steroids. A study was made of bacterial population density and odour intensity of the axillae of 34 normal male subjects. There was a statistically s...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Rennie PJ,Gower DB,Holland KT,Mallet AI,Watkins WJ

更新日期：1990-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Lip plumpers should enhance lip volume. It has been shown that no noticeable result was obtained after long term use of these products. The present study has been carried out to assess lip plumpers' short term effectiveness within 2 h from application. METHODS:Effectiveness was assessed using non-invasive te...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Mazzarello V,Solinas G,Bandiera P,Pomponi V,Piu G,Ferrari M,Montella A

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Essential oils and certain perfumery raw materials exhibit a wide range of beneficial biological activities. Besides the antimicrobial and antioxidant activity, the anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant effects are most often cited. One specific mode of action is the reduction of the formation of the key mediator prosta...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Natsch A,Wasescha M

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Synopsis In the last few years a lot of attention has been paid to the development of the in vitro models which would substitute for animals in cutaneous irritancy studies. These models explore either organ or explant cultures using freshly excised skin or serial cultures of isolated skin cells (epidermal keratinocyte...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Ponec M

更新日期：1992-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stratum corneum (SC) bilayer lipids, specifically fatty acids, ceramides and cholesterol, contribute to the permeability barrier function of the skin. Normal skin cleansing is associated with damage to the SC lipids because cleanser surfactants, in addition to providing the desired effect of solubilizing and facilitat...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Ananthapadmanabhan KP,Mukherjee S,Chandar P

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The goal of this work was to develop a novel polyurethane polymer coating for the surface of the hair that could be used for style setting via the shape memory effect (SME). The features of the films are in accordance with conventional hair styling methods used in the laboratory. METHODS:In this study, a new...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Liu Y,Liu YJ,Hu J,Ji FL,Lv J,Chen SJ,Zhu Y

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Singlet-oxygen is a non-radical reactive oxygen species believed to play a major role in many photooxidation processes in connection with diverse photo-biological processes such as skin ageing or photocarcinogenesis. Dimethylmethoxy chromanol (3,4-dihydro-6-hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-7-methoxy-1(2H)-benzopyran) is a potent ...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Nonell S,García-Díaz M,Viladot JL,Delgado R

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to establish a comparative analysis of the chemical and enzymatic stability of α- and β-arbutins as potential sources of the substance of concern hydroquinone (HQ). The study was performed using an array of techniques including HPLC-PDA, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and optical r...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Avonto C,Wang YH,Avula B,Wang M,Rua D,Khan IA

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Synopsis This study has evaluated the ultraviolet light transmission characteristics of human stratum corneum at the single cell level using a low light level video microscope to measure the mean percentage transmission of light at different wavelengths and the variation in transmission across the stratum corneum. Str...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Philp J,Allcock C

更新日期：1989-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Xerosis is an abnormally dry and flaky skin condition that is associated with a change in the packing behaviour of the lipid matrix in the stratum corneum (SC), the outermost layer of the skin. This skin condition can lead to an increase in transepidermal water loss (TEWL). As ultralong-chain fatty acids hav...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Pérez B,Hansen BS,Bulsara PA,Rawlings AV,Clarke MJ,Guo Z

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The assessment of many aspects of the structure and biological dynamics of the stratum corneum can be conducted using calibrated stripping with adhesive-coated discs (SACD). Squamometry entails staining SACD samples with a toluidine blue-basic fuschsin ethanol-based solution and reading the colorimetric variable Chrom...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Piérard-Franchimont C,Henry F,Piérard GE

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To understand the drivers of body skin discomfort and to validate a new index to assess its severity. This index should be sensitive enough to capture changes in response to treatment. METHODS:Previous consumer studies suggested seven potential main dimensions behind skin discomfort. Four of them refer to se...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Segot-Chicq E,Salah S,Jullien M,Portal N,Deschodt C,Gagnebien D

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Equol has been shown to improve skin health and regeneration, due to its antioxidative, phytoestrogenic and epigenetic characteristics. The effects of a topical intervention on skin structure, telomere length and epigenetic markers in skin cells were analysed. METHODS:Sixty-four participants were divided in ...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Magnet U,Urbanek C,Gaisberger D,Tomeva E,Dum E,Pointner A,Haslberger AG

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Many studies have presented stress-strain relationship of human hair, but most of them have been based on an engineering stress-strain curve, which is not a true representation of stress-strain behaviour. In this study, a more accurate 'true' stress-strain curve of human hair was determined by applying optical techniq...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Lee J,Kwon HJ

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Liposomes are commonly used in cosmetic formulations to increase the bioavailability of active ingredients. We have previously shown that polysaccharide coating of liposomes improves their resistance to surfactants and electrolytes. In the current study, we have assessed the impact of coating on the skin pen...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Belhaj N,Arab-Tehrany E,Loing E,Bézivin C

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Profilaggrin (proFLG) and its processing products are critical to the health and appearance of skin. The recent identification of loss-of-function filaggrin (FLG) mutations as a predisposing factor in ichthyosis vulgaris and atopic dermatitis has lead to a resurgent interest in this enigmatic protein. Here, we review ...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Harding CR,Aho S,Bosko CA

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Summary A new instrument has been developed which enables simultaneous determinations of the static and dynamic moduli of elasticity of the stratum corneum to be made. A systematic study of these mechanical parameters for various samples of human SC demonstrates the advantages of the dynamic measurement of the modulus...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Rasseneur L,Rigal J,Leveque JL

更新日期：1982-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of the study was to determine the optimal conditions, that is the content of hemp oil and time of homogenization to obtain stable dispersion systems. METHODS:For this purpose, six emulsions were prepared, their stability was examined empirically and the most correctly formulated emulsion composition ...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Kowalska M,Ziomek M,Żbikowska A

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of the study was to develop formulations to deliver physiological lipids into skin in an attempt to repair defective barrier function. METHODS:Physiological cholesterol and linoleic acid were incorporated into basic cream and non-ionic cream to prepare skin repair formulations. Homogeneity and storag...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Zhang Z,Lukic M,Savic S,Lunter DJ

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Scars are well known to have a stratum corneum that is malfunctional. Increases in transepidermal water loss and decreases in stratum corneum capacitance and conductance have been reported. Occlusion therapy is a well-known route to improving the signs and symptoms of scarring. Until recently that has been assumed to ...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Rawlings AV,Bielfeldt S,Lombard KJ

更新日期：2012-09-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Synopsis The modifications of chemical reactivity induced in the human hair during its treatment with oxidative (H(2)O(2)) or reductive (HSO(3)Na) agents via a micellar or a microemulsion system have been investigated. For this purpose, phase diagrams of micellar solutions and microcmulsions with H(2)O(2) or NaSO(3)H ...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Parra JL,García Domínguez JJ,Comelles F,Sänchez J,Solans C,Pelejero C,Balaguer F

更新日期：1985-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Variable skin pH values are being reported in literature, all in the acidic range but with a broad range from pH 4.0 to 7.0. In a multicentre study (N = 330), we have assessed the skin surface pH of the volar forearm before and after refraining from showering and cosmetic product application for 24 h. The average pH d...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Lambers H,Piessens S,Bloem A,Pronk H,Finkel P

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Skin moisturization is not only important for maintaining skin functional properties but also has great impact on the skin's aesthetic properties. The top layer of the skin, the stratum corneum (SC), plays a key role in protecting and preventing against external aggressions as well as in regulating water flux in and o...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Wu J,Polefka TG

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The phase diagrams were determined of lactic and isohexanoic hydroxy acids as well as salicylic acid with water, a non-ionic surfactant and a paraffinic oil to outline the influence of the hydroxy acids on the structure in a model for a skin lotion. The results showed the influence of the acid to be similar to that of...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Al-Bawab A,Friberg SE

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The perceived skin feel during and after application of skin care products is highly important to the consumer and therefore to cosmetic formulators. Powder particles are commonly incorporated in cosmetic formulations to improve their sensory properties. Although a large variety of cosmetic powders is available, it is...

journal_title：International journal of cosmetic science

authors： Timm K,Myant C,Nuguid H,Spikes HA,Grunze M

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00