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Judith Hellman, R. Stephen Mulholland
Introduction: The growing demand for non-surgical, non-invasive procedures for fat and circumference reduction and for cellulite treatments has led to the development of various energy-based technologies. Bi-polar radiofrequency (RF) technology combined with…
Hudson Polonini, Eli Dijkers, Anderson O. Ferreira
The use of nutraceuticals to improve skin properties and decelerate skin aging has been gaining attention among dermatologists, over the last years. In this article, we are presenting the theoretical scientific support for Yuliv TM Collagen Drink, a liquid su…
Jean-Claude Hubaud, Didier Guerin, Morgane Di Salvo, Jean-Eric Branka, Karim Mekideche, Philippe Piccerelle Pr
Background: Titanium dioxide and zinc oxide were often criticized over the last decade because of their supposed noxious effects on human health. Moreover, these compounds which are frequently introduced in sunscreen products as UV filter, are sometimes assoc…
Brett J. West, Ifedayo Alabi, Shixin Deng
A face serum composed of a combination of biologically active compounds was evaluated for safety and efficacy in vitro , in a repeat insult patch test and in a human clinical efficacy trial. The serum inhibited tyrosinase activity modestly, decreased collagen…
Tatsuya Izumi, Kazuo Yamamoto, Naoko Suzuki, Shin-ichiro Yamashita, Shin-ichiro Iio, Hayata Noguchi, Toshihiro Kakinuma, Asami Baba, Shogo Takeda, Wakana Yamada, Hiroshi Shimoda
Background and Objective: Tomato seeds are edible seeds unconsciously ingested with the fruit. However, there are few reports regarding the constituents and biological activities of tomato seed extract (TSE). Recently, we found that saponins are major constit…
Sehyun Kim, Seunghyun Shin, Su-Na Kim, Yongjoo Na
With the exception of conditions such as dandruff, interest in the scalp is relatively low. However, when we consider the scalp as part of the skin, interesting observations can be made. The average amount of sebum secretion in the scalp varies depending on s…
Keita Shigeyama, Ikuyo Sakaguchi
Estrogen is essential for the skin to maintain its physiological function. The binding of estrogen to the estrogen receptor (ER) activates gene transcription, which has biological effects on the target tissue. Estrogen levels and ER expression are known to de…
Daniela Rodrigues Silva, Maidileyvis Castro Cabello, Divinomar Severino, Mauricio S. Baptista#
Plant extracts (PEs) are frequently used as ingredients in skin and hair care products to improve protection against the excess of sun exposure. PEs are usually selected based on their antioxidant capacity for reducing the damage in lipids and proteins, which…
Anke Schulte to Brinke, Ciska Janssens-Böcker, Martina Kerscher
Background: Young and intact skin is highly responsive. As skin ages, its responsiveness decreases. Production of structural components of the skin slows down and signs of skin aging appear. External influences like UV radiation and pollution contribute to si…
Katsushi Taomoto, Kaho Oishi, Hiroshi Matsunaka, Yumi Murakami, Yoshihiro Kuga, Shinsuke Hashimoto, Hideyuki Ohnishi, Koji Abe
Cosmetics are used to improve physical appearance, but the benefits may be limited to people without visual impairment. The importance of attractiveness among blind persons has not been assessed. We investigated the influence of makeup on brain activity of bl…
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