CT - New in Testing

Substantiating Skin Care Claims

Fri, 04 May 2012 07:17:04 GMT

Evalulab will discuss its clinical testing services specializing in the safety and efficacy of skin care products, to root product claims in science.

A Novel Method to Measure and Pre-select Functional Filler Pigments

Thu, 03 May 2012 07:42:18 GMT

Functional filler pigments play an important role in adjusting optical properties such as transparency and soft focus effects in cosmetics. However, their suitability for specific formulas is not apparent until time-consuming tests using many different fillers have been conducted. Therefore, a new method to predetermine the soft focus effects of functional filler pigments is described here.

EPA, L'Oréal Collaborate to Build Animal-Alternative Test Methods

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 07:39:07 GMT

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and global cosmetic manufacturer L’Oréal announced a research collaboration to develop animal-alternative toxicity tests to ensure product safety.

New method to Reproduce In vitro Cosmetic Product Photostability Findings

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:37:55 GMT

The present article describes a reproducible method for determining the photostability of sunscreen products. This method is based in part on the in vitro determination of the UVA protection factor as proposed by Colipa for the irradiation aspect, and on the spectroscopy of a sunscreen in dilute solution for the absorbance measurement aspect.

ICCVAM Recommends Non-animal Endocrine Disruptor Screening

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 05:55:24 GMT

The Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Validation of Alternative Methods (ICCVAM) has recommended a non-animal test method to identify estrogen agonist and antagonist activity. In addition to recommending the test, ICCVAM also found the method to provide a number of benefits over the method currently employed in the United States.

Science Exposed—What Should the Minimum Recommended SPF Be to Avoid Sunburn?

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:37:14 GMT

“Science Exposed” is a new column aimed at digging into industry controversies to strip them down to the scientific facts. Here, sun protection expert Brian Diffey, PhD DSc, critiques the current SPF test method.

Hair Color Vibrance Factor to Characterize Shine and Color Intensity*

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:33:43 GMT

To evaluate the comprehensive effects of shine and color intensity in hair, a hair color vibrance factor has been developed to enable new claims for hair dye formulas and after-dye treatments. Experimental results described here show how varying the ingredients in shine spray and hair dye formulas affect this factor and correlate with subjective panelist assessments.

Public Comments Requested for Development of NICEATM-ICCVAM 2013-2017 Five-Year Plan

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 03:51:38 GMT

NIEHS and NICEATM invite public comments that can be considered by the ICCVAM and the agencies' program offices in updating the NICEATM-ICCVAM 2008-2012 Five-Year Plan to develop the 2013-2017 Five-Year Plan.

Lab Lessons—Wise Words From the Bench With Sergio Nacht, PhD

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 04:26:43 GMT

Today, product formulation goes hand in hand with efficacy testing, but nearly 40 years ago, when Sergio Nacht, PhD, started out in the personal care industry, it was a different story. Throughout his decades in personal care, Nacht has developed methodologies that have allowed the personal care industry to establish efficacy of a product and convey this to the consumer. He has also been instrumental in the increased efficacy of personal care products through sustained release.

SCoutech Patents Ex Vivo Real Skin Model

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 04:36:23 GMT

SCoutech, a joint venture between Symrise AG and Cutech Srl, has received a patent on its ex vivo real skin model that reportedly bridges the gap between in vitro and in vivo testing of anti-aging products.

Comparatively Speaking: SPF and Calculated SPF

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 10:55:23 GMT

In order to prepare the industry for the upcoming Sunscreen Symposium, organized by the Florida chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists, industry expert Tony O’Lenick asks Dennis Lott to explain the difference between SPF and calculated SPF. This is the first of two columns on sun protection.

Evaluating Hair Conditioning with Instrumental Combing

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 07:12:50 GMT

When formulating a hair care product, there is often a need for testing that validates the product’s technical performance. This testing provides guidance to create formulas with appropriate performance, while also communicating the product’s message to the consumer. This article discusses the use of instrumental combing measurements when formulating hair conditioning products.

Rapid Colorimetric Analysis of para-Phenylenediamine in Henna-based, Non-permanent Tattoo Color Mixtures

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 04:49:18 GMT

In some henna mixtures, para-phenylenediamine (PPD) has illegally been added and it is responsible for complications such as allergic contact dermatitis. While high-performance liquid chromatography has previously been used to detect PPD, a colorimetric method that is faster and portable, described here, has been developed. For product developers, this method can be used to evaluate henna plant extracts.

P&G Presents 'Omics' Findings in Acne, Male Grooming, Dandruff and Anti-aging

Wed, 25 May 2011 03:37:53 GMT

During the World Congress of Dermatology, Procter & Gamble Beauty and Grooming is presenting new findings in acne, male grooming, dandruff and anti-aging based on a broader "omics"—i.e., genomics, proteomics and metabolomics, research tool.

Benchmarking Study to Examine Shampoo, Conditioner Rinse Profiles

Tue, 24 May 2011 03:54:01 GMT

TRI/Princeton is offering a benchmarking study on the rinsing of shampoos and conditioners to allow manufacturers a lower cost option for product testing, as compared with individual tests.

Noninvasive Techniques for Anti-cellulite Product Efficacy Evaluation

Mon, 02 May 2011 07:12:18 GMT

Although cellulite is not considered a disease, it is a significant cosmetic problem for many post-adolescent women. Recent studies using new diagnostic techniques such as ultrasound imaging can define the cellulite-reducing efficacy of cosmetics. However, there is still a need to standardize and objectify the testing procedures and to find parameters to measure anti-cellulite efficacy.

Fluid Skin Imaging for Better Resolution

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 03:53:51 GMT

Noninvasive subcutaneous skin imaging is a tool sought for use by the medical, pharmaceutical and personal care industries, but techniques have been lacking due to resolution and speed constraints.

Traditional Microscope Gets a 3-D Upgrade

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 01:19:02 GMT

Researchers at Ohio State University have invented a single lens that enables microscopic objects to be viewed from nine angles at once to create a 3-D image.

Software Launches to Formulate for Efficacy

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 02:22:37 GMT

As many formulators know, creating an efficacious cosmetic formulation can be problematic, which is why Johann Wiechers, PhD, is launching a new software platform based on his “Formulating for Efficacy” strategy.

Colipa and EU Kick-off Animal Alternative Initiative

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 08:33:56 GMT

Safety Evaluation Ultimately Replacing Animal Testing (SEURAT), a research initiative funded by the European Union's Health Programme and Colipa, has gotten underway with a kick-off meeting, held March 1-3, 2011, in Cascais, Portugal.