Japan Cosmetics News

 The size of the hair care and hair makeup market in 2022 is expected to grow by 4.2% year-on-year to 666.5 billion yen. In in-bath hair care for home use, daily care such as shampoo has reached a certain level of usage, so it seems necessary to increase the number of steps by stimulating demand for special care such as hair masks and packs in order to expand the market in the future.

 On December 13, Shiseido Company, Limited announced that it will be included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index, one of the world's leading sustainability indices, and the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index, which covers the Asia-Pacific region. It was announced that the year was also selected. The Dow Jones Sustainability Indices, jointly developed by S&P Dow Jones Indices and RobecoSAM, analyzes and evaluates corporate activities from the three perspectives of economy, environment, and society, and selects companies with excellent sustainability. It is one of the important indicators for the decision-making of investors interested in corporate social responsibility. In 2022, about 3,500 to 332 of the world's major companies were selected for DJSI World, and about 600 to 156 major companies in the Asia-Pacific region were selected for DJSI Asia Pacific. In this year's selection, Shiseido's governance and economic aspects scored high in "Inno...

 Ichimaru Pharcos, which conducts research and development of functional raw materials in the fields of cosmetics, quasi-drugs, and health foods, has developed a range of products from chemical treatments such as perms, hair coloring, and bleaching to damage caused by everyday hair damage such as ultraviolet rays and the heat of a dryer. ･We identify the cause of each damage, including scalp damage, develop new products, and acquire new efficacy data for existing products. These hair care ingredients that have been developed are compiled as a "hair protection ingredient" map by mechanism of action, and are edited as appropriate according to hair care trends and needs. In the latest "hair protection material" map, "Meadowlactone VE", which is a natural material but has the same slipperiness as silicone, and cuticle CMC are supplied to repair damaged hair and create a smooth and natural finish. "Yuzu Ceramide B", "Cashmere Coat" that prot...

 At Taiyo Kagaku, inquiries are increasing for the cleansing ingredient "Sunsoft M₋12J" that achieves high detergency and low irritation, and the conditioning ingredient "Sunsoft AP" that reduces hair damage. 　Sunsoft M₋12J is a nonionic surfactant that meets low-irritation needs, and is a detergent with excellent foaming and detergency. It has been confirmed to have an excellent cleansing effect on the sebum of the scalp, and it also has an antibacterial effect against dandruff and acne bacteria, and it also moisturizes the scalp by not depriving the scalp of too much moisture after washing.

 Lubanche, a cosmetics maker, has switched its labeling of raw materials to the international standard "Natural Derived Index" and has begun efforts to achieve 100% of all products. Eliminate all chemical ingredients with stricter standards than before and switch to natural ingredients. Natural cosmetics have become popular in recent years, but there are many products with ambiguous labeling. President Kazuhiro Senda emphasizes, "I want to raise a stir in the industry so that consumers can choose products based on accurate information." conforms to the standards of the International Organization for Standardization, and cannot be labeled as 100% if it contains even a small amount of chemical ingredients. The Japan Cosmetic Industry Association formulated a guideline based on this in 2018, but it is voluntary notation, and the natural ingredients that can be substituted are expensive and the procurement sources are limited, so it is hardly widespread. It is the first...

 Kindai Kagaku, an OEM specializing in hair care, is involved in the development and manufacture of a wide range of hair care categories, including hair coloring, perms, hair restorers, shampoos, treatments, and styling products. By product, cosmetic hair color products accounted for the most at 41%, followed by quasi-drug hair color products at 16%, with hair color products accounting for more than half. According to Mr. Sho Kuwakino, assistant manager of the East Japan Sales Section of the Sales Department, in recent years, cosmetic hair color products, which are the company's mainstay product, repair hair and treat gray hair at the same time by using it after shampooing. Inquiries about "powder hair color," which is made from powdered natural plants such as fruit, flowers, and leaves, are increasing. With the deregulation of cosmetics in 2001, we started developing a color treatment that combines HC dyes and basic dyes, and commercialized it in 2007. After that, in 201...

 Malassezia folliculitis is a disease caused by Malassezia, a resident fungus of the skin, and its clinical symptoms are similar to acne vulgaris (acne), and it often appears in the form of chest acne and back acne. In addition, the prevalence of Malassezia folliculitis is often underestimated because it often coexists with acne. The current study sought to establish the prevalence of Malassezia folliculitis among 320 patients diagnosed with acne. Clinical symptoms of acne (location and severity), dandruff, and seborrheic dermatitis were evaluated by a dermatologist. Cytological examinations to determine abnormal growth of the Malassezia yeast were performed from pustules or comedo-like papules in the absence of pustules and comedones. As a result, the prevalence of Malassezia folliculitis in patients with clinically diagnosed acne was 28.8%. Of these, 24.7% could be classified as acne with Malassezia folliculitis and 4.1% as Malassezia folliculitis alone. Patients diagnosed with M...

 Fermen Station Co., Ltd., an R&D startup that builds a society that regenerates and circulates unused resources with its own fermentation technology, is the most beautiful and fashion in 2022 operated by istyle Co., Ltd. and INFAS Publications Co., Ltd. Received the Beauty Tech Grand Prize at the Japan Beauty and Fashion Tech Awards 2022, which recognizes leading companies and projects. The grand prize was awarded to Fermenstation's "Functional, sustainable raw materials made through upcycling and fermentation." Since our founding, we have worked on upcycling unused resources with our unique fermentation technology, and have produced organically certified rice ethanol and fermented extracts made from organic rice as raw materials, as well as non-standard agricultural products such as fruits and vegetables, and various other products such as pomace. We have been evaluated for developing and manufacturing functional and sustainable raw materials for fermentation using ...

 7 sustainability trends to watch in 2023 1. In 2023, consumers will hold brands accountable for advancing global sustainability. According to new Nielsen IQ survey data, 48% of consumers expect brands to take the lead in creating sustainable change. 2. Legislation and governance will be the biggest drivers of sustainability action through 2023, as businesses push for sustainability reforms and tougher demands. 3. Greenwashing fines and scrutiny will force many companies to reconsider their claims. The result could be less unsubstantiated product positioning and jargon, and more certification and transparency in the near future. 4. In 2023, some companies will scramble to drive organizational progress as the regulatory and financial implications become clearer. Companies that are left distraught will find themselves falling behind. 5. Businesses and consumers will be responsible for significantly changing past statements of purpose and demonstrating real evidence of traction for re...

 BeLiebe, a startup, has started selling the egg count test kit "EggU" to realize a society where women can freely choose their own lives. Until now, the egg count test kit was used when considering the implementation of fertility and infertility treatment, but "EggU" is an egg count test kit that allows you to easily check the state of your own body at the preliminary stage. We will provide. President Haruna Shiga says, "Through EggU, we want to create opportunities for many women to think about their life plans." "EggU" is an egg count test kit that uses blood. It measures the concentration of the hormone AMH (anti-Mullerian hormone) in the blood, compares that personal data with academic research data, and determines the number of remaining eggs. Divide the number of

 As part of its efforts to protect the environment, Kirin's Research Institute for Packaging Innovation is working with FANCL to use hemicellulose extracted from beer lees, a by-product of the production of Kirin Ichiban Shibori Draft Beer, as a domestic cosmetics industry. Announced the development of cosmetic packaging for the first time. Refill packaging for cosmetics made from by-products from the manufacturing process of Ichiban Shibori By using plant-derived hemicellulose instead of using petroleum-derived raw materials, it reduces carbon dioxide emissions and helps prevent global warming.  In research with Business Innovation Partners, which conducts research, development and manufacturing of biomass plastics using hemicellulose as a raw material, we mixed cellulose with hemicellulose extracted from beer brewing lees of "Ichiban Shibori", and as a result, we developed a packaging material for refills. It is said that they found manufacturing conditions for making a...

 The global cosmetics market reached US$500 billion in 2017 and is expected to surpass US$800 billion by 2023 with an annual growth rate of about 7%. The cosmetics industry is one of the fastest growing industries of the last decade. According to data, China's cosmetics market will reach US$60 billion in 2021. By 2050, it is expected to become the world's largest consumer cosmetics market worth approximately US$450 billion. In the future, it is expected that these products will be further subdivided and specialized into cosmetics for children and pregnant women, cosmetics for men, cosmetics for sports, and cosmetics for the elderly. The influence of social media and the internet has increased awareness of the risks associated with using many chemicals in cosmetics and the health benefits of natural products derived from plants and other natural sources. For this reason, the cosmetics industry is currently paying more attention to natural products. The current review focuses on ...

 Sophia University Faculty of Science and Technology, Department of Materials Science and Life Science, together with high-end cosmetics makers Albion Co., Ltd. and Ebisu Chemical Co., Ltd., conducted joint research in pursuit of the functionality of the pericarp extract of the Okinawan citrus "Kabuchi", which is endemic to Okinawa. We have developed a pericarp extract that makes the most of the fruit. Kabuchi is a citrus fruit unique to Okinawa that still retains its wild characteristics. It has a fresh aroma and a simple taste with little acidity, and has long been popular in Okinawa Prefecture. The Kabuchi used as a material this time uses the residue after being squeezed as juice. Normally, juice residue is discarded, but it has become possible to make effective use of it by adding high value by extracting it. Kabuchi pericarp extract has never been produced as a raw material for cosmetics, and this joint research is the first attempt.

 Fermenstation Co., Ltd., a research and development startup that builds a society that recycles and circulates unused resources with its own fermentation technology, through co-creation with SIGMAXYZ Holdings Co., Ltd., which promotes business centered on consulting and investment business. , We have developed an aroma spray and disinfecting spray that contains ethanol manufactured by upcycling wine residue. Sigmaxys Holdings and Fermenstation, both of which are certified by the international B Corp certification system, are trying to create an impact through co-creation. We have come to realize a project that leads to multiple impacts, including cooperation with the local community. The characteristics of Fermenstation's ethanol production are not only the unique fermentation technology and the ethanol obtained, but also the recycling of resources in the region centered on production and the realization of a circular economy. At Fermenstation, we commercialize the fermentation an...

 A diet rich in fruits and vegetables is known to have a positive effect on the gut microbiota, but little is known about which fruits or vegetables have a positive effect. The purpose of this study was to elucidate the relationship between tomato intake, which accounts for 22% of vegetable intake in the West, and intestinal microbiota. A 14-day study was conducted on 20 piglets as a physiological model of human metabolism, divided into groups on diets with and without tomato powder. The microbiome was sampled from the rectum at three time points: day 0 (baseline), day 7 (midpoint), and day 14 (end). DNA sequences were determined using shotgun metagenomics and analyzed using MG-RAST. There was no difference in body weight or food intake between the two treatment groups. The tomato powder group showed a higher Bacteroideta/Bassilota ratio and higher alpha diversity, indicating a shift towards a more desirable phenotype. Both phylum and genus level analyzes showed changes in the over...

 A diet rich in fruits and vegetables is known to have a positive effect on the gut microbiota, but little is known about which fruits or vegetables have a positive effect. The purpose of this study was to elucidate the relationship between tomato intake, which accounts for 22% of vegetable intake in the West, and intestinal microbiota. A 14-day study was conducted on 20 piglets as a physiological model of human metabolism, divided into groups on diets with and without tomato powder. The microbiome was sampled from the rectum at three time points: day 0 (baseline), day 7 (midpoint), and day 14 (end). DNA sequences were determined using shotgun metagenomics and analyzed using MG-RAST. There was no difference in body weight or food intake between the two treatment groups. The tomato powder group showed a higher Bacteroideta/Bassilota ratio and higher alpha diversity, indicating a shift towards a more favorable phenotype. Both phylum and genus level analyzes showed changes in the over...

 To evaluate whether a mouthwash containing an extract of the leguminous perennial Lespedeza cuneata improves the oral environment and is effective in preventing dental caries. Ninety-five volunteer participants with a similar oral environment were randomized to a mouthwash group containing phlox extract and a saline group for a 5-day trial. Participants in each group gargled once daily for 5 days before going to bed, and at three time points before gargling, immediately after gargling, and five days after gargling, activity of caries bacteria and microbiological analysis were performed. As a result, it was confirmed that the activity of caries bacteria was significantly reduced in the mouthwash group up to 5 days after treatment. In addition, caries-causing bacteria in the maxillary and mandibular teeth were significantly reduced. The researchers say that these results confirm that the medhava extract is a natural anti-caries agent.

 "Xpozuki" contains natural peptides obtained from organic adzuki beans that protect the skin, scalp and hair from all kinds of damage called exposomes, and has a high antioxidant effect. In skin care, the barrier function, skin color improvement effect, and minimization of skin redness can be mentioned. In hair care, we have a wide range of approaches, such as heat protection effect, protection effect against hair dyes, improvement of hair alignment, and suppression of frizzy hair. In addition, Hydrolite 5 green (Symrise, Hydrolite is a registered trademark of Symrise), which is made from bagasse leftover after sugar cane juice extraction, is a COSMOS-certified 100% natural pentylene glycol with excellent moisturizing properties. In addition to the effect, it also exhibits high pigment dispersibility and emulsion stability improvement effect. In addition, it has a wide antibacterial spectrum and can be expected to have a high antiseptic auxiliary effect. This product was lau...

 NMN (β-nicotinamide mononucleotide), which can be expected to activate anti-aging gene sirtuins when ingested as food, is attracting attention for its application in cosmetics. "NMN" is a component involved in the activation of longevity genes, which is produced by the body itself, but the amount produced decreases with age. Therefore, supplementation from outside the body is expected to promote the activation of longevity genes and delay aging. The company's NMN is a β-type produced by an enzymatic synthesis method, and uses products imported for food as cosmetics. As for the effect on the skin, it has been suggested that it promotes the production of natural moisturizing factor (NMF), and it has been confirmed in the paper that aging of the skin can be prevented. In product planning for facial cleansers and foam packs, we are proposing “SFC-001” (methyl perfluoroisobutyl ether), which can add self-foaming functions, together with the concept component. In addition, as ...

 Bussan Food Science announced findings on hair styling agents. In the flaking test, a 2% solids solution of PVP, a polymer set polymer often used in styling agents, or Aquaol #2 was applied to the hair, dried, combed through five times, and photographed under a microscope. As a result, multiple flake-like peeling was observed in the PVP treatment, but not in the Aquaol #2 treatment. Furthermore, a film with a thickness of about 0.5 mm was prepared by adjusting the compounding ratio of PVP and Aquaol #2, and a bending test was conducted. The formulation containing a large amount of PVP broke in half, but the formulation containing a large amount of Aquaol #2 could be folded without cracking. From the two test results, it can be seen that Aquaol can form a highly flexible film that is resistant to flaking. In other words, it is expected to be effective as a new setting component in hair styling agents.

 The Dry Eye Assessment and Management Study (DREAM study), which evaluated the effects of omega-3 supplements in dry eye syndrome, did not show any benefit of omega-3s compared with placebo. In this study, we performed a secondary analysis of data from the DREAM study to examine the association between dry eye syndrome subtypes and omega-3 effects. The DREAM study randomized 535 patients with moderate-to-severe dry eye syndrome to receive omega-3 or placebo and followed them for 1 year. Identify subtypes based on latent profile analysis baseline ocular surface disease index, tear breakdown time (TBUT), anesthetic Schirmer test, corneal and conjunctival staining, and meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). Generalized linear regression was used to assess the effect of each subtype of omega-3. As a result, five clinically meaningful subtypes were identified. Subtypes were characterized by sex and race. Omega-3 had no significant effect over placebo in any subtype.

 3 consumer trends that will impact the global beauty industry in 2023 Beauty Rx (medicalization of beauty) Increased craving for more efficient and powerful products and treatments. Potential development of beauty brands could come from the advent of gene sequencing and advances in diagnostic and wearable devices. Expect huge opportunities stemming from hormones, health risks and diagnostics, 3D printing, personalized vitamins and supplements, and gene editing. Synthetic biology technology is expected to mature to the point where almost anything can be manufactured competitively and sustainably. The beauty industry must learn to use this technology to develop new products and processes, improve existing ones, reduce costs and remain competitive in the future. Evolved Self-Care Consumers are spending less and less time in wellness routines, yet they seek ways to self-care in the face of stress and upheaval. Beauty is considered the best category to support it, and it is important t...