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Revolutionising Eczema Care: The Promise of Live Biotherapeutic Products
Eczema, or atopic dermatitis (AD), is a chronic inflammatory skin condition marked by skin barrier dysfunction and immune dysregulation....
4 days ago
A Product of Our Environment: What Does the Exposome Mean for Skincare?
The ‘exposome’ refers to the complex interplay of environmental exposures that influence the skin over a lifetime, including factors such...
6 days ago
Preservatives: Essential for Products, But Are They Disrupting Your Skin?
Introduction: Cosmetic Preservatives Cosmetics are products designed to enhance or alter the appearance of the face, body, or hair, with...
Mar 5
Botanical Solutions for BO: Can Meadowfoam Extract Treat Malodour?
Numerous deodorants and antiperspirant products have been developed to combat and treat malodour or body odour (BO). New approaches...
Feb 27
Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma and the Skin Microbiome: A Hidden Link to Skin Health?
Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) is a type of cancer that grow primarily in the skin. The most common forms are Mycosis fungoides (MF)...
Feb 20
Unlocking the Power of Skin Microbiome Transplantation: Can It Transform Your Skin Health?
Skin microbiome transplantation is an emerging therapeutic approach designed to restore a healthy balance of microbial communities on the...
Feb 6
Are High-Frequency Devices Science-Backed or Skincare Hype?
In the era of elaborate skincare routines, consumer trends often outpace evidence-based science. Research on popular high frequency (HF)...
Jan 30
Microplastics vs. Microbiome: Is Your Skin Fighting a Losing Battle Against Environmental Pollution?
Microplastics, the small plastic debris that result from the breakdown of consumer products and industrial waste, are widely recognised...
Jan 22
That’s Fishy: The Powerful Role of Marine Collagen in Wound Healing
Collagen is widely celebrated in the skincare industry for its anti-ageing and rejuvenating benefits. Recent research reveals that marine...
Jan 9
The Dark Side of Sunlight: How it Impacts Your Microbiome
Introduction The human skin is constantly exposed to various environmental factors, with ultraviolet radiation (UVR) being a major...
Jan 7
One Size Doesn’t Fit All: The Applications and Benefits of Personalised Skincare
Every person’s skin is unique, shaped by genetics, the environment and lifestyle factors. Research demonstrates that personalised...
Dec 19, 2024
How does Hidradenitis Suppurativa affect the Skin Microbiome?
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by recurrent, painful nodules and abscesses. It...
Dec 12, 2024
AOB for AD: Ammonium-oxidising Bacteria as an Innovative Approach to Managing Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterised by skin barrier dysfunction and immune dysregulation....
Dec 5, 2024
Green Guardians: Exploring Plant-Derived Antifungals in Skincare Innovation
Plants possess a multitude of naturally evolved mechanisms to help prevent and protect against fungal infection, and humans have been...
Dec 4, 2024
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
How can brands work to reduce their plastic footprint?
More consumers now consider the environmental impact of their product choices. Companies can increase the reach of their customer base by...
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
Why does strain matter when testing ingredients?
Most bacterial species do not fall exclusively under the umbrella of mutualists or pathogens, with many possessing strains that lie...
Dec 4, 2024
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