If Google isn't involved in enough of your life, you may need to be checking product labels soon too! The technology uber-giant has just secured a US Patent for a wearable device that will emit a spray, when body odor is released. The device detects changes in body temperature, and sweat release. According to the patent filing, US Patent 8950238, " When a user is wearing the fragrance emission device and begins to exert himself or herself, an activity module within the device may detect the physical exertion.."
What will they have in mind for new anti aging skin care products?

 

Market researchers, Kline Group, is reporting new retail trends that may be coming your way! For example, retail outlets are experimenting with “beacon technology” to alert you by phone to sales and specials when you are in a store. New reality tools and apps, like iMirror, allow consumers to upload their photo and experiment with makeup products. Are any of you ultra savvy shoppers already using them?

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Are you a Millenial woman? A current skin care trend for the savvy Millenials is towards multi-funcitonal products that delay the appearance of aging. Millenials, whose trend is to desire a younger appearance than their age may show in their online interactions, also look for an interactive experience with their product brands and other consumers.

NaturDerm products are all multi-functional, like the Basics Plus: http://greatnewskin.com/products/basics-plus
and Mini-Lift Systems:  http://greatnewskin.com/products/mini-lift-system
3 products that do the work of 12 and 13 to save you money and time!

More info:  http://is.gd/X4YCVm

A study of over 306 responses in an industry trade journal, shows an upcoming trend for the next 2 years in anti-aging products.  The largest amount of votes? Combination products with moisturization, skin protection, anti-aging, and anti-wrinkle formulations that also benefit skin health.  Do you agree?

diagram ref: http://is.gd/Wh6xeq

 

The “Sunscreen Innovation Act” bill is at the White House, as H.R. 4250 passed in July and S. 2141 passed September 17, 2014.

Current regulatory process for sunscreen active ingredients, are under the 2002 OTC drug monograph system. The Bill is set to streamline the process for FDA approval of ingredients which could see an influx of UV chemical ingredients currently available in the EU flooding the US market like: amiloxate 10%, bemotrizole 10%, bisoctrizole 10%, diethylhexyl butamido triazone 3%, drometrizone trisiloxane 15%, ecamsule 10%, enzacamene 4%, octyl triazone 5%.

Regulatory changes in the manufacturing of sunscreens in the US, is also on the horizon, which may affect production of alternatives to UV chemical sunscreen ingredients from smaller companies.

Meanwhile, Dermatologists are reporting an increase in homemade sunscreen use amongst patients, as consumers become educated on the side effects of UV chemical sunscreen ingredients, and seek alternatives.

More info:

http://www.cosmeticsdesign.com/Formulation-Science/Sunscreen-Innovation-Act-reaches-the-White-House

 

Researchers are studying the effects of a bacteria that basically eats ammonia, which is a component of sweat, for the treatment of acne and chronic wounds.

Called AOB, Ammonia-oxidizing bacteria are used in the environmental waste business (nitrification processes). The AOB, Nirosomonas eutropha, are being studied as the oxidation of ammonia plays a role in skin functions like inflammation and wound healing.

More info:  http://is.gd/4tNCat

 

Researchers from Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Germany have isolated a signaling molecule that can activate brown fat cells called adenosine. Also released during stress, adenosine when bound to brown fat cell receptors, increases fat burning. Earlier studies had suggested this was not possible.

Professor Alexander Pfeifer from the Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology of the University Hospital Bonn says, "Not all fat is equal," "If we are able to activate brown fat cells or to convert white fat cells into brown ones, it might be possible to simply melt excess fat away." Brown fat converts energy into heat. The team is also investigating the possibility that adenosine can convert white fat cells (lovehandles and undesirable fat) to brown fat cells, the process is called “browning”.

Questions remain if applications are possible for cellulite.

http://is.gd/g4FRU2

A new short amino acid peptide, called Tylotoin, from the skin of the salamander stimutates EGF (epidermal growth factor), and growth factors beta1 and interleukin6, and is being used in the treatment of wounds.  Salamanders are able to re-grow lost limbs and damaged tissue.  Gerald Weissmann, M.D., Editor-in-Chief of The FASEB Journal, says "Until now, rapid wound healing has been the stuff of superheroes and science fiction...Now, we are taking concrete steps to mimic this ancient, and forgotten, healing process in our own bodies."

Dermatologist Richard D. Granstein, MD, FAAD said in a recent article, "Nearly everyone has some form of stress in their life, so it's difficult to determine whether stress can actually make the skin's appearance worse..." There may not be definitive research that proves stress increases aging, even if we can see it! Hands show age and stress as well, and if you haven't tried using Epidermx II on your hands or feet, you are in for a treat! It will take years off the appearance of your hands. Here is a video clip of Dr. Anthony James, Thai Yoga and Master Instructor, teaching you how to use Thai acupressure massage on the hands, share it with someone special!

Sodium Hydroxide (and Aluminum Hydroxide) use in Anti Aging and Skin Care product ingredients is an alarming new trend. A lye base:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lye  and highly alkaline. Healthy skin pH is 4-5.5 on average, nor do bacteria like acidic environments.

Wikipedia says this:

A lye is a liquid obtained by leaching ashes (containing largely potassium carbonate or "potash"), or a strong alkali which is highly soluble in water producing caustic basic solutions. "Lye" is commonly the alternative name of sodium hydroxide (NaOH) or historically potassium hydroxide(KOH).

Some of the products containing Sodium Hydroxide include:

Murad Advanced Active Radiance, SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Eye Complex, VERSO Day Cream, Caudalie Anti-Wrinkle Defense Serum & Cru, Caudalie Premier The Eye Cream, Proactiv Complexion Perfecting Hydrator, Algenist Anti-Aging Eye & Genius Cream, and Clarisonic Opal Anti-Aging Sea Serum, Epionce Melanocyte Pigment Perfecting Serum, and Epionce Facial Lotion.

http://greatnewskin.com/blogs/news/tagged/anti-aging-product-ing

Although most people think of “fat” when they hear the word “cellulite”, it is really a disorder of connective tissue and Type I collagen. Type I collagen is the main type of structural tissue in the body, and is a protein. Ever wonder why men don’t get cellulite? It is related to estrogen and progesterone, aren’t we the lucky ones…

Cellulite is normally found in the thighs and buttocks, where the fat is difficult to remove, and is stored by the body for use during pregnancy. Fat cells have 2 receptors, one causing it to be used (lipolysis), or the beta receptor, and one for storage , or the alpha receptor. Only in this area do fat cells contain 2 alpha receptors and one beta receptor, which makes mobilization of this fat by diet and exercise difficult, and some Dermatologists say, not possible. So stop being hard on yourself!

The development of cellulite has to do with intricate hormones and enzymes that basically breakdown collagen. Until science intervenes with a compound that can block the MMP enzymes (matrix metalloproteinases) and rebuild collagen, we wait!

Xanthines, like Theophylline can mobilize fat on a small scale and topical firming agents like DMAE help to smooth the appearance of cellulite.

With the formation of new fat cells and cyclical estrogen and hormone level fluctuations, it becomes a negative feedback loop of cellulite production. Genetics play a key role as about 5% of American women (mainly of Asian backgrounds) do not get cellulite.

 

                                               

                                   Diagram 1: Cellulite Anatomy
                  

If you are interested in the physiology, here is a great article by Peter Pugliese, MD.
http://is.gd/DtaLh7

Photo Source:
http://www.beautifulself.com/

Jason and Avalon Organic cosmetics are just two of many companies to find out that not only are Federal Regulations for product descriptions an issue, State regulations like California’s COPA (California Organic Products Act), which usually applies to food, can be a problem as they successfully litigated cases against both companies for product claims. The FDA is issuing warning letters to companies selling Anti Aging products to reign in product descriptions, which they consider “claims”. Federal Class action suits have been filed against many companies including L’Oreal, Avon, Estee Lauder, Clinique, Maybelline and Neutrogena. We stay within FDA advertising guidelines for our products, and will continue to allow the comments of professionals and scientists speak for ingredients.

Read more: http://is.gd/ziC8ag

 

Let the Dermatologists explain why microdermabrasion at home may be the answer you have been looking for, and how it can increase the ability of the skin to retain water, help hyperpigmentation and age spots, normalize the rate of skin turnover, smooth surface skin of scars and stretch marks, and boost the absorption of products...

http://greatnewskin.com/pages/what-is-microdermabrasion

 

It is another world, one of science and fast-paced research! It is interesting to me, that although there is a never ending stream of new high-tech Anti-Aging wonder ingredients, and each one with a higher price tag, results wise Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 still gives the best return for the cost. This is one arena where you can't rely on what is written, as the spin is passed around... You can read in detail about the actual science here:

http://greatnewskin.com/pages/secrets-of-non-botox

The EU voted to limit the use of Propyl & Butyl Parabens and ban them for use < age 3, as well as ban the use of 5 parabens in cosmetics Isopropylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Phenylparaben, Benzylparaben, Pentylparaben effective for all products placed on the market after October 30 of 2014... many USA Anti Aging & Skincare products would be in trouble, like the $225 Bionic Anti-Aging® and SkinCeuticals Epidermal Repair®… (EC Commission Regulation (EU) No 358/2014) See ingredients:

http://greatnewskin.com/blogs/news/tagged/anti-aging-product-ing

 

 

 

 

For detail nerds like me, here is a more comprehensive breakdown:

http://is.gd/6WnKlR

 

Doctors Taylor, Yu, Champer and Kim of UCLA, in the September 2014 Journal of Dermatology and Therapy, report that the antioxidant properties of resveratrol, found in grapes, when combined with benzoyl peroxide, enhances its ability to kill Propionibacterium acnes, the bacteria that causes acne. Dr. Jenny Kim, professor of clinical medicine in the department of Dermatology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA states, “It was like combining the best of both worlds and offering a two-pronged attack on the bacteria.”

Benzoyl peroxide is an oxidant that creates free radicals that kill the acne bacteria. Resveratrol is an antioxidant. Dr. Emma Taylor of the same department, said they initially thought the two substances would cancel each other out, and “This study demonstrates that combining an oxidant and an antioxidant may enhance each other and help sustain bacteria-fighting activity over a longer period of time.”

Read more here: http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s13555-014-0063-0

Resveratrol is mainly found in the skin of the grape, however, it is present in the seed of the grape in high concentrations. Use of cold pressed oils, preserves the actives. Grapeseed Oil is an ingredient in the NaturDerm products, Epidermx II™ and Naturdermx™:
http://greatnewskin.com/collections/sensitive-skin-redness

Foaming Cleanser       5 oz   MSRP $34 USD
SkinCeuticals 
Deionized Water, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Lauramidopropyl Betaine, Dimethicone Copolyol, Sodium PCA, Arnica Extract, Ivy Extract, Wall Pellitory Extract, Cucumber Extract, Mallow Extract, Lime Tree Extract, Elder Tree Extract, Bezyl Alcohol, Trisodium EDTA, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate, Citric Acid, Ordenone, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben.

 

We've seen the BB and CC run, now we have the EE creams... Well, we won't bust their bubble by letting them know that Epidermx II™ was the first one!  What is an EE cream you ask? Extra Exfoliation...but our fans have known that since 2000!

Instant Foaming Cleanser™                            5 oz    MSRP  $28.00 USD
Caudalie
Water, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Fragrance, Coco-Betaine, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Phytate, Matricaria Flower Extract, Sage Leaf Extract, Grape Fruit Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, Citronellol.

Replenishing Foaming Cleanser™               6.7 oz   MSRP $34 USD
Jurlique
Water, Decyl Polyglucoside, Macadamia ternifolia Seed Oil, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Persea gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Polysorbate-20, Xanthan Gum, Althaea officinalis (Marshmallow) Root Extract, Symphytum officinale (Comfrey) Extract, Viola tricolor (Heartease) Extract, Calendula officinalis Flower Extract, Viola odorata (Violet) Extract, Spilanthes acmella Flower Extract, Fragrance (Parfum)*, Lactic Acid, Lecithin, Aloe barbadensis Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Bisabolol, Sodium Chloride, Alcohol, Linalool*, Citronellol*, Geraniol*. *From natural essential oil (Rose, Lavender, Honeysuckle).

Milk Proteins Foaming Cream Cleanser™       5.07  oz  MSRP  $ 22.00 USD
Korres
Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Coco-Betaine, Cetearyl Alcohol, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Glyceryl Laurate, Sclerotium Gum, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Benzyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Lactose, Lonicera Caprifolium ( Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Parfum (Fragrance), Potassium Sorbate, Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Sodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein, Sodium Phytate, Titanium Dioxide, Whey Protein.

African Red Tea Foaming Cleanser™         7 oz   MSRP $30 USD
Ole Henriksen
Water, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Calcium Ascorbate, Ascorbic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract, Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Larrea Divaricata Extract, Glycerin, PEG-8 Dimethicone, PEG-8 Ricinoleate, Citric Acid, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene.