Japan Cosmetics News

 Kao examined the physiological (oxytocin) and psychological (emotions and self-awareness) effects of touching clean hair. I found that my sense of affirmation increased. To date, the company has reported that feeling the texture of hair increases positive emotions, which may affect self-awareness and beauty behavior, but the act of touching hair also changes physiologically. It was unclear whether the Therefore, this time, we focused on "oxytocin" as a biological response index that captures physiological changes, washed, treated, and styled 11 women's hair, and investigated whether the amount of oxytocin in saliva changed before and after touching. At the same time, we asked them to evaluate the state of their hair when they touched it from 10 points of view, and evaluated the emotions and self-consciousness that occurred at that time. First, we examined the relationship between changes in the amount of oxytocin in saliva and the evaluation of each item regarding the co...

 POLA CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES conducted joint research with the Institute of Industrial Science, the University of Tokyo on the relationship between skin blemishes and nerves, and in 2021 showed the involvement of nerves in blemishes, following the results published in the Journal of Dermatological Science. Recently, we succeeded in elucidating the mechanism, and a paper was published in "Cell Reports," a sister journal of the world-renowned international scientific journal "Cell." We will continue to pursue innovative research and aim to provide products that provide surprises and excitement. The title of the paper is "Human Sensory Neurons Modulate Melanocytes Through Secretion of RGMB", and the results will be used to understand localized skin pigmentation such as age spots and develop improvement methods. It was known that blemishes tend to occur in certain areas of human skin, but the reasons for this were unknown. On the other hand, it was known that sen...

 Based on the new "Cosmetics Supervision Ordinance", which was completely revised last year for the first time in 31 years, and the related practical ordinance "Regulations for managing application materials for registration of new cosmetic raw materials," Worldwide IP Consulting Japan Co., Ltd. The registration procedures for new cosmetic raw materials entrusted by the company were applied to the China National Drug Administration, approved on September 17, 2022, and announced on the official website of NMPA. As of September 17, 2022, there are 38 new raw material registration approvals announced, 25 of which are by Chinese companies and 13 by foreign companies. This is the third Japanese company to receive approval, following Shiseido Co., Ltd. and ADEKA Co., Ltd. [Issues faced by Japanese companies - sometimes forced to give up business] In order to distribute cosmetics in the market in China, it is necessary to register and apply for registration of cosmetic pro...

 Isotretinoin, one of the most frequently used drugs in routine dermatological practice, has been raised for teratogenicity with a black box warning. The aim of the current study was to evaluate the effect of low-dose isotretinoin on ovarian reserve in women with moderate to severe acne. A 6-month prospective controlled cohort study of 60 female acne patients and 66 controls receiving low-dose isotretinoin. Effects on ovarian reserve were evaluated by anti-Müllerian hormone, ovarian volume, and antral follicle count. As a result, there was no significant difference in serum anti-Mullerian hormone levels between isotretinoin-treated and control patients. In addition, there was no significant change in anti-Müllerian hormone levels before and after treatment in treated patients. Both ovarian volume and antral follicle number did not change significantly before and after treatment

 In this noncross-sectional study, dietary content and intake were assessed using a validated food frequency questionnaire in 203 overweight/obese adolescents. We measured iron reducing antioxidant capacity (FRAP), which indicates the total antioxidant capacity of the diet, anthropometric parameters and blood pressure status, and insulin, glucose, and lipid profiles from fasting blood samples. Two different methods [modified International Diabetes Federation (IDF) criteria and insulin resistance (HOMA)] were used to classify participants as metabolically healthy obese (MHO) or metabolically unhealthy obese (MUO). IDF criteria associated with] were applied. As a result, 79 (38.9%) were defined as MUO by the IDF criteria and 67 (33.0%) by the IDF/HOMA definition. On the IDF criteria, the highest FRAP tertile was associated with being less likely to be MUO in the maximally adjusted model compared to the lowest tertile. However, the IDF/HOMA-IR criteria showed no significant relationsh...

 Seiwa Kasei, a research and development manufacturer of raw materials for cosmetics and quasi-drugs, has developed a soybean protein derivative "Soy Heat Guard" (product name: Promois WS) as a new hair care ingredient from the protein hydrolyzate "Promois" series. -HSIGPD) has been successfully developed and sales have started in June this year. "Soy Heat Guard" is a functional hair care ingredient that has been confirmed to react to the heat of dryers and curling irons and coat each strand of hair, leading to beautiful hair (Heat Active Mechanism). An increasing number of people are concerned about hair damage caused by the heat of hair dryers and curling irons used for hair drying and styling, and the demand for care products such as out-of-bath treatments and hair oils is increasing.

 Yamakawa Trading, which has a trading company function centered on European raw material manufacturers, proposes "PORE-REDUCTYL NT", a COSMOS-approved raw material that uses 100% naturally derived useful ingredients. PORE-REDUCTYL NT is said to be derived from Fomes officinalis, a mushroom that grows wild in virgin forests of conifers widely distributed in North America and Europe. Also known as Agarikon (Japanese name: Ebriko), it is the most important medicinal mushroom in ancient Europe containing agaric acid, and is said to have astringent, tightening, and moisturizing effects.

 It is highly probable that the commercialization of naturally-derived pigments, which DIC plans to launch with US bio-ventures, will be about a year earlier than initially expected. A new production method for sugar-derived pigments using bio-derived enzymes, which is being jointly researched with Debut Biotechnology, Inc. in the United States, will quickly establish a “hybrid” industrialization process that combines synthesis inside and outside cells such as E. coli. I got the target. Mass production of red pigment will begin in the spring of 2024 in the San Diego area, and the same method will be applied to the production of various pigments such as yellow and blue. On the other hand, new functions of phycocyanin, which has been developed as a food coloring, are being discovered one after another. First, it is expected to commercialize biostimulant (BS) applications in FY2011, and the US subsidiary plans to complete mass production facilities for these new applications within th...

 The Shiyue Fund, an investment fund established by Shiseido through the Chinese investment company Boyu Capital and Shiseido (China) Investment Co., Ltd., is the first investment in Jiangsu Trautec Medical Technology Co., Ltd., Trautec. We have decided to invest approximately 100 million yuan (approximately 2 billion yen) as the lead investor and conclude a strategic collaboration agreement. Through this investment and strategic collaboration agreement, the company will collaborate with Trautec on research and development, raw material procurement, sales channels, etc., and accelerate the development of new areas in the rapidly growing functional skin care market in China. Established in 2015, Trautec is a company that manufactures and sells genetically modified collagen for medical and cosmetic applications. As a pioneer company in this field, the company has multiple patents and know-how related to genetically modified collagen, and conducts business activities from research and...

 In a study of the use of isotretinoin in pediatric acne and its impact on outcomes, 90 children aged 9-18 years with acne (67.8% girls, mean age 13.5 years) were treated with isotretinoin. Clinical evaluations were performed monthly and one of the eligibility criteria included physician visits. Patients were divided according to age into Group A (9-11 years, 30), Group B (12-13 years, 30), and Control Group C (14-18 years, 30). As a result, groups A and B completed treatment 2 months after confirmation of clinical improvement (mean 3 months). Group C, the control, received treatment at a mean cumulative dose of 135 mg/kg/day. Thirteen in groups A and B received a second acne treatment, using 3.33% oral isotretinoin, 18.33% topical. In group C, all 30 people received a second acne treatment. Acne scars and post-acne hyperpigmentation were reported in 73.33% of Group C. The researchers concluded that early, rational, short-term use of isotretinoin can reduce future acne breakouts an...

 Now that traceability is no longer just a trend, consumers are demanding more transparency and they need to prove that the ingredients and materials in their products are ethically sourced. Centric Software proposes PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) for the cosmetics industry to increase visibility of product information and reduce quality, compliance and traceability risks. Headquartered in Silicon Valley in the United States, Centric Software is accelerating the development of PLM for cosmetics and personal care products in the Japanese market. The company's PLM is a solution that manages all information related to product creation, optimizes product development, shortens the time to market, and optimizes the product portfolio and product lineup. Including the history of all kinds of product information scattered throughout the company, such as product planning ideas, various costs related to manufacturing, quality information related to raw materials and formulas, manufacturin...

 The “halal cosmetics” market is expanding year by year. According to Fortune Business Insights, the market, which was US$212 billion in 2020, is expected to reach US$773.4 billion by 2028. The average annual growth rate is 12.75%. Among halal products, cosmetics have the highest growth rate. Halal products are those that are manufactured and permitted to be used according to Islamic law. Young Muslims (Muslims) with purchasing power support the growth of Halal cosmetics. And he is non-Muslim. Halal cosmetics are cosmetics that are manufactured with ingredients that are permitted under Islamic principles. Do not use animal products such as blood, pigs, human parts, carnivores, reptiles, insects, or alcohol as raw materials. Therefore, materials are inevitably limited to plant-based materials. In addition, the entire process, from raw material procurement, manufacturing processes, storage, distribution, and logistics, must be halal-compliant. Consider the treatment of workers and en...

 As part of its efforts to realize a plastic recycling society, Kao will use chemically recycled PET (polyethylene terephthalate) material manufactured by PET Refine Technology, a group company of JEPLAN, for cosmetic bottle containers. From June, we plan to gradually introduce bottles from the cosmetics brand "TWANY". Quality assurance and stable supply are necessary to adopt recycled plastics as packaging containers. The chemically recycled PET used by Kao for its cosmetic bottle containers was developed using JEPK's chemical recycling technology (using chemical decomposition to convert used resources into raw materials for PET resin for reuse). Recycled PET materials manufactured with this technology have been highly evaluated for their quality, including being approved as food containers by the Food Safety Commission of the Cabinet Office. In addition, it is possible to recycle cosmetic containers that are colored or decorated, or that contain agents, into PET materia...

 Kose will contribute part of the sales from the "Royal Flower Collection XI Compact Powder" to be released on November 16th from the high prestige brand "Infinity" bearing the company name "KOSÉ" to improve the living environment in developing countries. Implement the “Share the Bloom” campaign to help The "Share the Bloom" campaign is a "One of Love Project" to improve the living environment of women and children in developing countries with the message "Beauty is power. Let it bloom, the flower of possibility." We agreed and started activities from November last year. In the first year, last year, we donated washable and reusable locally produced sanitary products to 1,300 women working at four rose farms in Ethiopia. This time, which is the second time, we will continue with the "One of Love Project" and work at a rose farm in Ethiopia with one washable and reusable sanitary product for each "Royal Flower Co...

 Showa Denko Co., Ltd. has confirmed that "Moistol" (inositol oligosaccharide), a multifunctional cosmetic raw material, has the effect of inactivating the new coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2). Moistol is a product launched in October 2021 as a unique functional cosmetic raw material that can be expected to have high moisturizing, anti-pollution, and anti-aging effects. This product has a moisturizing effect that increases ceramide, an effect that suppresses inflammation caused by ultraviolet rays, and an anti-pollution effect that protects the skin from damage caused by air pollution such as PM2.5. It is a cosmetic raw material that is expected to have an anti-aging effect. We recently conducted a virus inactivation test using Moistol and confirmed that it has an inactivation effect on the new coronavirus. As a cosmetic raw material that can achieve both high skin care and anti-coronavirus effects, this product is expected to be used not only as basic cosmetics but also for cosmetic...

 In recent years, attention has been focused on "upcycling," which is the process of regenerating unused resources by increasing their value. At Seiwa Kasei Co., Ltd., we are conducting research to develop beauty ingredients by upcycling low-value domestic and foreign resources. We are putting effort into We will contribute to the realization of a sustainable society by reducing the amount of unused resources that are discarded. One of the attractions of Tahitian black pearls, known as luxury jewelry, is their beautiful brilliance. Located in French Polynesia, the place of origin, Tahiti's waters are warm, well-ventilated, and rich in plankton, which is why many high-quality black pearls are harvested. The unique and beautiful brilliance of black pearls comes from the nacre layer that forms inside the shell. In contrast to black pearls, which are highly valuable as jewelry, some of the shells that have been produced are used as crafts, but most are treated as waste shells...

 Japan Menard Cosmetics has researched the effects of blue light on eye health and discovered that blue light reduces the production of the glycoprotein "membrane mucin" that is important for eye moisture. In addition, we found that neem extract enhances the production of membrane-type mucin against the effects of blue light.

 The Noevir Group has revealed that senescent cells, which accumulate in the skin with age, also affect surrounding cells, reducing the production of collagen, which is important for plump skin with firmness and elasticity, and promoting its decomposition. made it In addition, they discovered that the organically cultivated plant "Meadowsweet" at the company's own farm "Hokkaido Shokanbetsudake Pilot Farm" in Mashike-gun, Hokkaido selectively removes senescent cells in the dermis. The results of this research were presented at the "68th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Pharmacognosy" held on September 10th and 11th, 2022.

 Results of a randomized clinical trial comparing the efficacy of carboxytherapy versus fractional CO2 laser for dark circles. The current study compared the effects of carboxytherapy on one side and fractional CO2 laser on the other in patients aged 23 to 52 with bilateral dark circles. Treatment was performed in 4 sessions at 2-week intervals, with subjective and objective assessments at each session. Results showed that over time after the second treatment session, patient satisfaction was significantly better with fractional CO2 laser than with carboxytherapy. Physicians determined that fractional CO2 laser improved more than carboxytherapy after 2 weeks and 6 weeks. On the other hand, other sessions showed no statistically significant difference. No significant side effects were observed in either group.

 Mr. Takashi Ogura of Nikko Chemicals (General Manager of the Chemical Products Division) was awarded the 21st (FY2022) Oleo Material Award (Japan Oil Chemists' Society) in recognition of his achievements in painting restoration technology using surfactants. )” was awarded.

 In this study, we examined the clinical efficacy and safety of dissolving microneedle patches that can effectively deliver drugs to the body. A 28-day study was conducted using dissolvable microneedles once daily. Evaluations also assessed skin pigmentation, acne severity and volume, and skin irritation by self-report and dermatologist examination. As a result, the dissolvable microneedle patch showed excellent efficacy such as improving skin pigmentation and reducing the amount of acne. The amount of pimples decreased by 12.34% after using the dissolving microneedle patch for 3 days, and further decreased by 10.01% after using it continuously for 7 days. After 28 days of treatment, skin melanin decreased by 5.88%. No adverse reactions were observed.

 Kao will expand production facilities at Kao Chemicals Europe's Olessa plant in Spain to maintain and expand its No. 1 market share in the European market for synthetic fragrance Methyl DihydroJasmonate. MDJ gives an elegant and fresh floral scent and is a key fragrance raw material used in a wide range of consumer products, with an estimated market size of 20,000 tons in 2021. MDJ is used in a wide range of products due to its high affinity with other materials. Demand is strong in Europe, the largest market for MDJ, and the global average annual growth rate is expected to be 4%. The company has been producing MDJs in Spain since 2001, and will add new equipment to meet further demand growth, mainly in the European market. The production capacity of the new facility is expected to be more than double that of the existing facility. The new equipment will use a manufacturing method developed independently to improve productivity, reduce CO2 emissions by 2,000 tons per year, and red...

 In September 2022, Kao started operating the Grievance Mechanism for small-scale palm plantations in Indonesia in collaboration with the NPO Caux Round Table Japan, which specializes in business and human rights. Through the grievance mechanism, we accept complaints and inquiries from farms, and conduct "investigation," "response," "resolution," "follow-up," and "reporting."・We will work to resolve essential issues related to the environment, especially human rights on small-scale palm plantations. From October 2020, the company, together with oil product manufacturing and sales company Apical Group and plantation company Asian Agri, will improve the productivity of small-scale palm plantations in Indonesia connected to Kao's supply chain and promote sustainable palm oil. We are implementing SMILE (Smallholder Inclusion for Better Livelihood & Empowerment program), a program that supports the acquisition of certification (RSPO ...

 7 cosmetics keywords to watch out for in 2022 in Korea 1. Foodmetics​ "Foodmetics (=Food+Cosmetics)" refers to cosmetics that use food as an important ingredient or imitate food packaging. The “cosmetics that imitate food”, which was popular around 2016, is expected to make a comeback with even more power. I came out with a product that I had. In addition, Foodmetics cosmetics, which incorporate food elements both inside and outside, such as printing plants on packages and diverting food package designs, are attracting consumer attention again. 2. Homesthetic "Homesthetic (= Home + Aesthetic)" refers to a lifestyle that uses cosmetics and beauty equipment at home that can be expected to have effects comparable to beauty salons, and seeks higher quality skin care. “Intensive skin care products for individual skin areas,” which had not received much attention in the past, have increased. Sales of mask packs and cream products that care for subdivided areas such as li...

Eugenol, a major aromatic compound derived from clove oil, has recently attracted attention for its potential preventive effects on several chronic diseases. In the current study, 5-week-old male C57BL/6J mice were fed a high-fat diet or a high-fat diet supplemented with eugenol (0.2%, w/w) for 13 weeks. As a result, eugenol significantly decreased obesity-related indicators such as weight loss, inhibition of weight gain, adipocyte size, visceral fat weight, and fasting blood glucose. An increase in Firmicutes and a decrease in Desulfobacterota at the phylum level, and a decrease in Alistipes, Alloprevotella, and Bilophila at the level of Dubosiella, Blautia, and unclassified_f_Oscillospiraceae spp. It has been shown. In particular, the obesity-related index was positively correlated with the relative abundances of Bacteroides, unclassified_f_Lachnospiraceae, Colidextribacter, and Bilophila, and negatively correlated with the relative abundances of norank_f_Muribaculaceae and Lachnospi...

 POLA INC. won the Red Dot Award for "B.A Make" and "Kenbi Sansen" in the package design category of the brand and communication design division of the world's largest design award "Red Dot Award: Brands & Communication Design 2022". announced that it did. The Red Dot Design Award has a history of more than 65 years since its establishment and is a global design award sponsored by Germany's Nordrhein-Westphalia Design Center. Divided into three categories: Product Design, Brand & Communication Design, and Design Concept, the Red Dot logo has become established internationally as proof of high-quality design. Applications are received and excellent designs are selected by an international jury. In "B.A Make", the mysterious appearance of plants is applied to the package, and by making it into a beautiful curvilinear form, it is a design that gives a sense of dynamism that life responds to each other in a mysterious way. The box of ...

 Kose announced on September 1 that it will adopt biomass PP by mass balance approach handled by Itochu Plastics. The adoption of biomass PP for cosmetic containers through a mass balance approach is the first of its kind in the Japanese cosmetics industry. First of all, it will be developed in the container of “Sekkisei Clear Wellness Overnight Cream” scheduled to be released on December 1, 2022. The mass balance approach is the process of processing and distributing products from raw materials to products, when raw materials with certain characteristics (e.g. biomass-derived raw materials) are mixed with raw materials that do not (e.g. petroleum-derived raw materials). A method of assigning characteristics to a part of a product according to the input amount of raw materials with characteristics. For example, if 10% of biomass-derived materials are used as raw materials, 10% of the product is considered 100% biomass plastic. In April 2020, the KOSÉ Group announced the KOSÉ Sustai...