Many still doubt that instrumental beauty is anything else than current affairs. But new evidence is emerging to demonstrate its interest. Mechanical stimulation of the skin and its positive …
Boric acid and Bore derivatives
By following this link you will find an interesting development made by Laurence Coiffard and Céline Couteau on a particular ingredient, the boric acid. Long used in many preparations, it is one of …
Seeing skin through rose-coloured glasses
I decided to write this mood note as I was listening to a show called “La Méthode Scientifique” on the French radio. At first, I was only half listening, but then I paid more attention and even …
Continue Reading about Seeing skin through rose-coloured glasses →
“Volatile” oils in cosmetic formulas
The term “volatile oil” may sound a little odd, but it is probably the one that best designates a particular type of ingredients in formulation. Why odd? Because the notion of oil is rarely associated …
Continue Reading about “Volatile” oils in cosmetic formulas →
Back to basics
It is customary to say that the best jams or soups are made in old jars. The adage can also be applied to areas other than jams! I gladly take the title of a recent article from Expression …
The collagen
This protein occupies a central place, not only in the dermis where it plays an essential role, but also in communication and in many storytelling. I am pleased to relay an excellent article not …