Japan Cosmetics News

 At the financial results briefing for the first half of 2022, Shiseido President Masahiko Uotani announced the management issues that must be addressed now in order to overcome the coronavirus pandemic, which has lasted longer than initially expected, and to ensure medium- to long-term growth. mentioned about. Under "WIN2023," which was urgently formulated in 2020 immediately after the corona crisis, we have implemented drastic reforms to strengthen our earnings base. In order to focus on skin beauty, we implemented all business structural reforms as planned, and realized profitability improvement in Europe and the United States, which had been an issue for many years. The conversion target of individual businesses is also being steadily achieved. Despite the severe business environment, we have continued to invest in DX and new factories as planned, and have solidified the foundation for our next growth. We also worked to generate cash and reduce debt, leading to the establ...

 The number of skin analyzes for POLA's personalized service brand "APEX" has exceeded 20 million in about 33 years since its birth. The company's founder, Shinobu Suzuki, who was a researcher, wanted to cure his wife's rough hands, so he taught himself how to make hand cream. It has its roots in the fact that it began to be delivered by weight after asking about it. About 33 years ago, in 1989, APEX was born with the founder's desire to "deliver the best products directly to each person, along with the care that suits each person." Based on the idea that the shortcut is to know your own skin, through skin analysis, we have continued to evolve our skin analysis technology and the services we provide by staying close to the individuality of each customer's skin. Currently, based on a dedicated skin camera and a video that captures the movement of the skin, we use skin big data and AI technology to accurately extract more than 1.7 million features ...

 Adolescent and adult acne is thought to have long-term effects on socioeconomic status and health-related quality of life. The current study estimated the prevalence of treated and untreated acne in a national cross-sectional study of 17,428 blood donors aged 18-35 years and examined the long-term effects. As a result, 20.6% of subjects were identified as treated acne and 7.8% as untreated acne. Neither was associated with long-term effects on total earnings, but treated acne was associated with students or highly skilled employees. Untreated acne was commonly associated with self-employment. In addition, untreated acne was associated with decreased mental health-related quality of life and increased odds ratios of depressive symptoms.

 South Korea's Amorepacific announced that it has developed the world's first chipless wireless e-skin realized with semiconductors in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology engineering research team. A four-year collaboration between a research team led by Professor Kim Jeehwan of MIT and researchers at the company's R&I Center has successfully developed a conformable electronic skin in the form of a breathable patch made of epitaxial self-supporting compound semiconductors. . The patch is patterned with artificial human sweat ducts to ensure perspiration and prevent skin irritation. The ultra-thin patch will be the world's first device to support skin monitoring and data transmission without the need for an integrated circuit chip or battery. The groundbreaking electronic skin patches are equipped with sensors that are extremely sensitive and require no chips or batteries. It features a wireless communication module with long-term wearability...

 The global cosmetics and perfume market is expected to grow from $62.91 billion in 2021 to $71.19 billion in 2022. It is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.7% during the forecast period of 2022-2026, and the global perfume market is expected to grow to $114.98 billion in 2026. Perfume Market Analysis Shows Increasing Demand From E-Commerce Companies For Consumer Goods To Meet Growing Demand From End Customers Will Increase Demand For Personal Hygiene Products, Driving Perfume Demand During Forecast Period is expected to. A rapid increase in the millennial population is expected to boost the growth of the perfume market. Young people tend to spend more money on cosmetics to improve their appearance and quality of life. Millennials will be the largest community likely to buy cosmetics in 2019, comprising about 32% of the global population compared to 17% of the population over 55. Millennials are expected to make up nearly three-quarters of the global workforce by 2025, and their pref...

 Kolmar Korea Co., Ltd. will promote the commercialization of eco-friendly cosmetic containers made from recycled plastic in cooperation with YONWOO, an affiliated company. Korea Kolmar and Yonwoo signed a three-party agreement (MOU) with Hanwha Solutions on the 24th to commercialize eco-friendly packaging materials for cosmetics at the Korea Institute of Technology located in Seocho-gu, Seoul. Through this business agreement, the three companies will lead the commercialization of cosmetic containers using the recycled plastic material PCR (Post-Consumer Recycled)-PE (Polyethylene). Hanwha Solutions will develop a recycled plastic material and supply it to YONWOO, and YONWOO plans to produce cosmetic containers using this material and provide them to all client companies. Korea Kolmar actively proposes recycled plastic containers to client companies, and aims to replace more than 50% of the cosmetic tube containers it produces with environmentally friendly materials by 2030. The co...

A lot of water is contained in liquid cosmetics such as skin lotions and serums. For this reason, in most cosmetic products, the word “water” is the first word used to describe all the ingredients. At the Fujisawa factory, we are also particular about water, and we use natural water that flows underground in the plateau, which is also sold as mineral water, for cosmetics manufacturing. In order to convey functional value, there was an increasing demand to be particular about water. We will respond to the added value needs of natural and organic cosmetics by launching fragrant distilled water derived from plants and fruits in a way similar to "organic water." President Katsuyasu Ida, who visited the United States for the first time in two years due to the corona crisis, exhibited at the international beauty trade fair "Cosmoprof North America" ​​held in Las Vegas in July this year. However, we are no longer at the stage where products can be sold simply because they ...

 In this study, cotton polyester twill fabric (246.67 g/m2) was coated with titanium dioxide nanoparticles using an in-situ synthesis method to fabricate a test fabric to evaluate the UV protection factor. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD), FTIR spectroscopy, dynamic light scattering (DLS) and UV-Vis spectrophotometers were used to analyze the coating and UV protection factor data. SEM, XRD, and DLS results confirmed nanoparticle coating formation on the fibers. The UV protection factor values ​​for uncoated and coated fabrics were 3.67 and 55.82, respectively. It has been shown that nanoparticle coatings on fabrics can provide adequate protection against UV radiation. Analysis of the intrinsic properties of the textiles confirmed that there were no significant differences between the coated and uncoated fabrics. From this result, it was concluded that the UV protective properties of workwear fabrics could be improved by coating titanium dioxide nanopar...

 Naris Cosmetics has established a lipstick development technology that does not transfer color in order to respond to changes in makeup habits caused by the constant wearing of masks due to the corona crisis. By coating the color layer with a transparent oil layer, it not only prevents color transfer, but also gives the lips a moderate luster. In the development of cosmetics, it is common to think that the most important thing is to stabilize the finished product so that it can be used until the end without causing any change in the state of the product. It forms a layer on the lips, and the inner layer near the lips is a colored lipstick layer, and the outer layer away from the lips is a transparent oil layer. As a result, an object that touches the lips adheres only to the transparent oil layer and not to the colored layer, so the colored layer does not adhere to anything that it touches. According to the conventional way of thinking, a state change is a failure in development, ...

Topical retinoids such as tretinoin are now widely used to treat acne, but the associated skin irritation and dryness can reduce adherence. Because of the potential for improved patient adherence with optimized dosage forms, the current study conducted a single-center, double-blind, split-face study comparing 0.05% tretinoin lotions and creams. We compared the tolerability of the two drugs according to skin irritation and appearance, and the subject's evaluation of the product and skin sensation of the two drugs by once-daily application for 2 weeks in 23 adult female acne patients. Evaluated two weeks after the start of the study, there was a significant increase in erythema, scaling, and dryness, and a decrease in skin softness, smoothness, radiance, and brightness on the cream-applied side compared to the lotion-applied side. was taken. Many participants found lotions to be gentler, more comfortable, spreadable, more absorbent, non-greasy, and leave minimal residue on the skin c...

 In a study investigating the stability of sunscreen ingredients and catechins in grape seed extract, which are sensitive to environmental factors, sunscreens containing grape seed extract in climate zone IVb (an environment averaging 30°C and 65% RH) were tested. Assess accelerated and long-term chemical and mechanical stability of formulations. Accelerated stability studies were performed at 30°C ± 2 and 50°C ± 2, 75 ± 5% relative humidity for 6 months, and long-term stability studies at 5°C ± 5 at 5°C ± 5. As a result, all formulations tested became less stable at elevated temperature conditions. The catechin and epicatechin contents of sunscreens containing grape seed extract decreased to 37% and 50%, respectively, at 50 degrees, while the UV filters were considered stable. Although catechins decreased significantly over time, polyphenols in grape seed extract remained unchanged under different storage conditions. The SPF value and water resistance of sunscreens containing grap...

 "DA CAPO Moisture Cleansing Gel" is a cleansing gel containing olive oil and chitosan extract as moisturizing ingredients. The feature is that it removes makeup, sebum stains, and pore stains firmly while protecting the skin with moisture without putting a burden on the skin. Because it has moisturizing properties, it is also a point that the skin after washing is moisturized. In addition to containing 25% olive oil as a characteristic moisturizing ingredient, it also contains chitosan extract, a moisturizing ingredient developed using chitin and chitosan extracted from crab shells. It forms a moisturizing film on the surface of the skin to protect the skin from external stimuli and prevents moisture from evaporating, resulting in a moist finish. It is also a point that fragrances, synthetic coloring agents, parabens, ethanol, and mineral oils are not used.

 A state-of-the-art makeup simulator has appeared that allows you to try out the makeup that suits you over and over again without using cosmetics. The store of Kose, a major cosmetics manufacturer, has a space that looks like a photography studio. When you sit down, your eyes change from pink to yellow to purple in an instant. This is a state-of-the-art makeup simulator that uses projection mapping technology to project images three-dimensionally. Jointly developed by Kose and Tokyo Institute of Technology. When it comes to trying out cosmetics, it was common for beauty staff to apply makeup directly to customers at department stores, but with this simulator, you can try out shades without using cosmetics. Kose Beauty Consultant Kumiko Goto "You can try over 8,000 types of makeup instantly without the hassle of actually removing and applying makeup, which leads to the discovery of new makeup." You can experiment with eyeshadow, cheeks, and lips to find the color that suits y...

A study of the effects of resistance training on reduced bone mineral density and increased fracture risk in vegetarians investigated cancellous bone and cortical bone in 43 healthy vegans and 45 omnivores at the teaching hospital of the Medical University of Vienna. Bone microarchitecture compared in observational studies. The study was conducted for about 5 years. We also evaluated the relationship between nutrient intake and self-reported physical activity. As a result, compared with the omnivorous group, changes in the structure of cancellous and cortical bone were observed in the vegan group. Vegans who did not report resistance training had worse bone microarchitecture than similarly untrained omnivores. Vegans and omnivores who reported resistance training had similar bone microarchitecture. In the vegan group, both with and without resistance training, we found a small correlation between nutritional intake and bone microarchitecture, but no definitive pattern.

 Johnson & Johnson announced that it will switch all of its baby powder ingredients to cornstarch. Talc-based JOHNSON' baby powder will be discontinued globally from 2023. The company said it made this decision to simplify its product offering, deliver sustainable innovation and meet the needs of consumers, customers and evolving global trends. Cornstarch-based baby powder is already on the market around the world. In the future, we will do our best to make it the main item of JOHNSON'S® products, a global consumer health brand. In May 2020, the company stopped manufacturing talc-based baby powder in the North American market due to numerous lawsuits, mainly in North America, alleging that talc-based baby powder products caused cancer with long-term use. and transitioned to a cornstarch base.

 A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial was conducted to investigate the efficacy of Graminex pollen extract in 190 healthy women with urinary incontinence in the United States. As a result of the interim analysis, the Graminex Pollen Extract study group showed significant improvement in multiple urinary incontinence quality of life (QOL) indices. Pollen extracts have been studied for many years on menopausal symptoms in women. Urinary incontinence is more prominent in postpartum and menopausal women. Recently, Graminex has found efficacy against a more feminine health problem, urinary incontinence, especially stress-induced urge incontinence. "Many women experience poor quality of life due to urinary incontinence," said Colleen May, the company's CBO. We want to provide natural alternatives that help improve women's lives."

 Evaluating High-Intensity Pulsed Light Therapy for Inflammatory Skin Disorders searched relevant publications in the PubMed and Web of Science databases for papers evaluating clinical evidence for the use of IPL in the treatment of various inflammatory skin conditions, 42 We identified and reviewed studies. The inflammatory skin diseases of interest were acne vulgaris, rosacea, psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, atopic dermatitis, Riehl's melanosis, lupus erythematosus, cutaneous sarcoidosis, follicles and lichen planus pigmentosa. As a result, the efficacy of IPL treatment for inflammatory skin diseases was described and evaluated. Evidence suggests that IPL treatment can effectively and safely improve acne vulgaris and rosacea (recommendation grade B). Inflammatory skin diseases not listed above can use IPL treatment as temporary or adjunctive treatment (recommendation grades C and D). Major complications include transient erythema, edema and pain, with possible hyperpigmentat...

 In this study, a longitudinal study of 48,584 postmenopausal women (mean age 61.4 years) investigated the association between the incidence of osteoporotic fractures and dietary intake of calcium, magnesium, and soy isoflavones. Investigate. The association between dietary intake and fracture risk was evaluated using multivariate Cox regression. During a median follow-up of 10.1 years, 4.3% experienced an osteoporotic fracture. Among women with a calcium/magnesium (Ca/Mg) ratio of 1:7 or less, osteoporotic fracture risk was reduced by approximately 40% to 50% at daily calcium intakes above 400 mg compared with 400 mg or below. Among women with a history of fractures, a higher intake of soy isoflavones was associated with a lower risk of osteoporotic fractures. No significant association was observed between magnesium intake and osteoporotic fracture risk.

 Iodine is required for thyroid hormone synthesis and fetal neurogenesis. This review explores knowledge and perceptions of iodine among women of childbearing age and health care professionals (HCPs) in the UK. We searched for articles using the search terms 'knowledge of iodine' and 'recognition of iodine'. Four studies using questionnaires and qualitative methods found poor knowledge of iodine among women of childbearing age in the UK. Women were insecure about their knowledge of dietary sources of iodine and were not consistently provided element-related information by HCPs during clinical care. Midwives are recognized as the primary provider of dietary information during pregnancy, and midwives themselves recognize the importance of their role in providing nutritional advice, but feel unprepared. I thought I didn't have the confidence to address my nutritional concerns. However, some improvement was seen with the inclusion of iodine in antenatal care guidelines....

 In the search for foods with health benefits, there is now a growing interest in ingredients that have been used locally for centuries. One of these ingredients is pumpkin seed oil, which has been used in cooking and traditional medicine, and recent data points to its increasing use in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. In addition, some sources suggest that pumpkin seeds contain many functional ingredients and are also called potential functional foods. However, there are concerns that the production process of pumpkin seed oil may affect the content of these constituents as well as their biological activity. This review focuses on summarizing the scientific data exploring the potential of pumpkin seed oil as a functional food ingredient, including its chemical composition, phytochemical composition, bioactivity, safety and production processes and current uses. Summary of The main phytochemicals in pumpkin seed oil with health benefits are polyphenols, phytoestrogens, a...

 POLA CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES has succeeded in advancing the stratum corneum protection function of cream formulations through research focusing on the shape and characteristics of raw materials. Creams using this technology form a thick, uniform film, and perform better than conventional high-protection creams. In recent years, when mask life has become regular, many people have skin problems accompanied by inflammation such as rough skin, itching, and acne. We undertook research to further improve the functionality of our barrier formulation (cream) technology, which exhibits a high level of stratum corneum protection.

 A paper reviewing the health benefits and toxicological effects of spirulina was published online August 2 in the Journal of the American Nutrition Association. Cyanobacteria are a type of algae that perform photosynthesis, and Spirulina is the most commonly used edible cyanobacterium. Spirulina is cultivated because it contains a large amount of protein and is expected to contain essential nutrients such as carbohydrates and vitamins (A, C, E). It is also known to be rich in minerals such as iron, calcium, chromium, copper, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and zinc. In addition, gamma-linolenic acid (an essential fatty acid), chlorophyll A and phycobiliproteins (C-phycocyanin, allophycocyanin, beta-carotene) are also major components of the nutritional profile. Spirulina has been reported to have a variety of promising effects in preventing cancer, oxidative stress, obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and anemia. It is also effective against muscle spasm...

 Kose will release the night maintenance cream "Liposome Advanced Repair Cream" containing the newly developed "Night Multilayer Bioliposome" from the high-prestige brand "COSME DECORTE" at department stores, cosmetic stores and official online shops nationwide. Globally, sales will begin in 14 countries and regions. We aim to become the No. 1 sales item in the cream market by next March, half a year after its release. At the presentation "DECORTÉ LIPOSOME NEW EXPERIENCE LAB" held at Omotesando Hills on July 13, Asuka Fujinaga, product manager of COSME DECORTE, launched the liposome serum (Liposome Advanced Nobuhiko Makishima, general manager of the Selective Brands Division, explained the current status of the COSME DECORTE brand and the outlook for the current fiscal year.

 Kao has developed a technology that cares for the entire hair and improves the texture of the hair by improving finger flow and hair flow. Molecules that are controlled to adhere to the hair in a smaller, dispersed state than general care ingredients form a network and transform into a film using a new technology that transforms into a film that evenly covers the entire hair. Therefore, it is resistant to rubbing and water, and it is possible to maintain smoothness for a long time. As a result of verification, it was confirmed that the friction of hair treated with the new technology was reduced regardless of the degree of damage, and that it was on par with healthy hair. In the future, we will use this technology to develop products that improve the texture of the entire hair and allow you to experience beautiful hair all day long. The surface of healthy hair is covered with cuticles, but due to damage, the cuticles come off (damaged hair) or disappear (severely damaged hair). In...

 DIC and GSM entered into a capital and business alliance in March 2021, and have been working to establish technology for the indoor mass cultivation of Aphanothece sacrum. By combining the results of research that GSⅯ has continued with the mass production technology that DIC has cultivated through the production of Spirulina, we have discovered the conditions for cultivating Suizenjinori in a controlled indoor environment, which had been considered difficult until now. We succeeded in establishing mass production technology. By culturing under optimal conditions without the influence of the external environment such as weather, it is also possible for Suizenjinori to efficiently secrete cherry blossoms. Based on these results, we will realize mass cultivation of Aphanothece sacrum and stable supply of Sacran®. In the future, we aim to develop Sakuran globally as an original cosmetic raw material originating in Japan, and we will strive to realize cost reduction through further e...

 The open innovation program "fibona" ​​led by Shiseido Research Institute has started the "retreat stick" project at "Makuake", a support purchase service for things and experiences. This time, we selected a stick-shaped cream with excellent portability as a dosage form that allows you to experience "S/ENSE" more familiarly, and applied it to stick-shaped cream formulations with different scents. A total of 4 types of sticks, 2 types of morning and evening base sticks that capture the natural fluctuations of the day, and 2 types of sticks that allow you to feel the changes in the climate in addition to the base sticks, are included in the set. Since it is a retractable type, it can be applied to the skin without staining the fingers. This product utilizes the Shiseido Research Institute's knowledge that ``if the scent fluctuates, it can be expected to have a more relaxing effect than if it doesn't,'' making it ideal for artificia...

 The Aurora series is a glass pigment that maintains the clear and strong brilliance unique to glass, while at the same time having the characteristic of shining on the surface. Achieving an elegant glow like an aurora, it offers a new option for point makeup formulations. METASHINE is a lustrous inorganic pigment made by coating a flake-shaped glass base material with metal or metal oxide using NSG's proprietary technology. Due to the smooth surface of the base material, it has been used in many point make-up products that produce gorgeous brilliance as a pigment that can express a high brightness feeling by reflecting strong light. The new Aurora series uses a thinner sheet glass than the previous METASHINE series to create an elegant sparkle and luster with the perfect balance of brilliance and graininess. The NSG Group has developed glass flakes with a unique composition (100% naturally-derived index*) by carefully selecting low-alkali, low-heavy-metal, and boron-free raw mater...

 Launched a cosmetics brand to utilize the discarded glue. Nico Nico Nori announced that it will launch a cosmetics brand that utilizes "nori" and will sell a face mist as the first step. The extract extracted from Susabinori has a water retention component comparable to hyaluronic acid, and is expected to have effects such as promoting water retention and film formation. Due to global warming and other factors, nutrients in the ocean are depleting, and the amount of "glue" that loses color and cannot be commercialized is increasing. In the future, the company is considering using the "glue" that is discarded in this way for cosmetics, and is considering selling bath salts and other products.