International Journal of Cosmetic Science

Papers
(The median citation count of International Journal of Cosmetic Science is 2. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-08-01 to 2026-08-01.)
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Melanosomal localization is required for GIF‐2115/2250 to inhibit melanogenesis in B16F10 melanoma cells33
Correction to International Journal of Cosmetic Science : Volume 47, Issue 432
Penetration enhancement effects of topically applied crosslinked hyaluronic acid30
Preliminary evaluation of a comprehensive skincare regimen for enhancing skin health following advanced optimal pulse technology ( AOPT ) treatment26
Mechanisms underlying the protective effects of San‐Bai decoction against UV radiation on the skin25
In vitro effect on the proteolytic activity of papain with proteins of the skin as substrate25
An eco‐friendly system for stabilization of retinol: A step towards attending performance with improved environmental respect22
Removal of synthetic hair dye using formamidine sulfinic acid and other sulfinate precursors21
Effects of repeated exposure to ozonated water on hair fibre structure and integrity: Part I21
A comprehensive comparison of facial skin hydration based on capacitance and conductance measurements in Chinese women20
The prebiotic effects of fructooligosaccharides enhance the growth characteristics of Staphylococcus epidermidis and enhance the inhibition of Staphylococcus aureus biofilm formation20
Performance of hybrid diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (HDRSISO 23698) methodology for assessment of sunscreen protection in the ALTSPF Consortium validat20
The role of ceramides in skin barrier function and the importance of their correct formulation for skincare applications19
The key phytochemistry of rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) contributing to hair protection against UV18
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Development and validation of a prospective questionnaire for assessing oily sensitive skin17
Video‐based paired comparison to evaluate some cosmetic products under camera movement for dynamic performance17
Clinical evaluation of paraprobiotic‐associatedBifidobacterium lactisCCT 7858 anti‐dandruff shampoo efficacy: A randomized placebo‐controlled clinical tria16
Electrokinetic analysis reveals common conditioner ingredient interactions with human hair16
Scattering as part of the protection afforded by nanoparticulate filters – An example with tris‐biphenyl triazine16
Quantification of perception towards facial skin ideal complexion in multiple ethnic populations from clinical imaging cues15
Pleiotropic effects of a Camellia sinensis leaf extract on in vitro and in vivo skin health characteristics15
A physiologically relevant in vitro screening model for predictive assessment of foundation colour shift15
Characteristics of and foundation application among Chinese females with sensitive skin14
Investigating the impact of sebum secretion on liquid makeup foundation darkening and its solution14
N‐acetyl‐L‐hydroxyproline – A potent skin anti‐ageing active preventing advanced glycation end‐product formation in vitro and ex vivo14
Evaluation of skin characteristic changes in neuromodulatory fragrance confirmed using electroencephalography14
Application of the upcycling trend using ultrafiltrate of water from the production of collagen from fish skin in hair care cosmetics13
Development of the SkinCARE Questionnaire: Measuring the impact of skin issues on psychological wellbeing in healthy populations13
A rapid single session in vivo method to quantify blue light protection using immediate pigmentation darkening13
Fragrance in dermocosmetic emulsions: From microstructure to skin application13
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Are there alternatives to the traditional in‐vivo SPF test (ISO 24444)? Comparison and statistical analysis of 5 proposed methods12
Arnica montana L. extract containing 6‐O‐methacryloylhelenalin and 6‐O‐isobutyrylhelenalin accelerates growth and differentiation of human subcutaneous pread12
Sunscreens – another endangered species?12
Probing the effectiveness of barrier creams against human skin penetration of nickel powder12
Recovery and protection of photo‐damaged hairs with keratin‐encapsulated cationic liposomes11
Skin quality sensor to evaluate vibration and friction generated when sliding over skins11
Indirubin as a red hair Colourant from Indigofera tinctoria L.11
Self‐assembly of short biopeptides onto skin tissue components studied using QCM‐D11
HPLC‐TBARS‐EVSC (high‐performance liquid chromatography–thiobarbituric acid reactive substances–ex vivo stratum corneum) protocol: Selection of the subjects and approach to present the resu11
Evaluating the suitability of six hydrophobic natural eutectic solvents as the internal phase in a cosmetic cream formulation11
Influence of particle parameters on deposition onto healthy and damaged human hair10
Inhibition of lipogenesis and sebum secretion for Lotus corniculatus seed extract in vitro and in vivo10
TRPV3 calcium channel at the crossroads of epidermal differentiation and inflammation10
Photoprotective efficacy of dibenzalacetone in sunscreen formulations: Physicochemical properties, synthesis, characterization, potential applications in sunscreen and biological activities10
Overview of proficiency testing results for the in vivo determination of sun protection factor10
A practical clinical device for evaluating changes to the skin's sebum from ozone9
Editor's overview of the key content of this special issue9
Reinventing henna: Enzyme‐catalysed colour release from stabilized Lawsonia inermis L. extracts9
A consumer cross‐over trial suggests that there are significant seasonal changes of the tensile properties (wet) of human hair9
Enhancement of water homeostasis by glycerol and urea in stratum corneum and the difference in the activity between them9
Evaluation of the sensitive skin syndrome and the effect of a dermo‐cosmetic treatment in Thai and Polish subjects9
Scalp hair loss is not random across follicular units: A new insight into human hair ageing9
Modulation of Piezo1 influences human skin architecture and oxytocin expression9
Status quo on identified transformation products of organic ultraviolet filters and their persistence8
In vitro, ex vivo and clinical approaches to evaluate the potential effect of Gentiana lutea extract on skin8
A critical analysis of 116 recipes of homemade products proposed for the treatment of acne8
Key locations of oxidative damage in human hair keratins after heat and ultraviolet light exposure8
A study of anti‐wrinkle functions and improvement of cream with Phaseolus angularis8
Rational determination of real‐life UV exposure across latitudes: An extended Diffey‐based model integrating behavioural factors8
Ethylated analogue of Zingerone: A new and eco‐respectful preservative in cosmetics8
The benefits and challenges of treating skin with natural oils8
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Relationship between skin fungal and bacterial microbiomes and skin pH8
Mitigation of ultraviolet‐induced erythema and inflammation by para‐hydroxycinnamic acid in human skin8
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Protective effects of Paeonia suffruticosa callus extract in skin through anti‐inflammation and repair UVB‐induced damage7
A modified protocol for studying filaggrin degradation using a reconstructed human epidermis model under low and high humidity7
Preparation and efficacy verification of three‐dimensional printed partitioned multi‐effect precision‐care gel facial mask7
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Collagen type V alpha 3 chain is involved in human skin basement membrane physiology and MMP‐9 regulation7
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Juniper berry extract containing Anthricin and Yatein suppresses lipofuscin accumulation in human epidermal keratinocytes through proteasome activation, increases brightness and decreases spots in hum7
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The kinetics of moisture sorption by hair7
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Age‐related hair denaturation related to protein carbonyls7
Scale‐robust fibre orientation analysis of hair using two‐dimensional Fourier transform7
Sun protection advice must include people with skin of colour7
Anticipating cosmetic emulsion stability using a novel multi‐analytical approach7
Multifaceted amelioration of cutaneous photoageing by (0.3%) retinol7
What defines dry skin? Correlating a range of skin hydration parameters with In Vivo Confocal Raman Spectroscopy7
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Combination of liquid‐ and solid‐phase extraction followed by achiral and chiral high‐performance liquid chromatography as an efficient and sensitive method for determination of panthenol in personal 6
A review of homemade cosmetics based on a study of 150 blogs and their authors6
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Cosmetic creams with caprylic acid‐based Natural Eutectic Solvents: Stability, rheology and user perception6
Minimalist, bioinspired and sensorial emulsion based on a Ca 2+ double cone vector system using Design of Experiment ( DoE6
Impact of solar irradiation on lipidome dynamics and disruption using an in vitro 3D reconstructed epidermis model and a combination of advanced analytical methods6
Talk to us about your skin: The relationship between spoken language and haptic exploratory procedures6
Mastering the formulation of an unstable vitamin C (VC) as anti‐aging skin care ingredient. Part I: A new approach6
Cosmetic emulsions containing innovative complex coacervates: A cross‐sectional study6
Protein degradation in the stratum corneum6
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Influence of sunscreen formulation on the transfer of mineral and organic ultraviolet filters from skin to seawater in simulated ocean bathing tests6
Evaluation of the effect of an extract of Sphingomonas xenophaga present in a Thermal Spring Water in the management of sensitive skin associated with cu6
Oleracone C from Portulaca oleracea attenuates UVB‐induced changes in matrix metalloproteinase and type I procollagen production via MAPK and TGF‐β/Smad pathway6
Cosmetic application of the stem‐bark extract of Bertholletia excelsa H.B.K6
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Jade material in vitro and in vivo: A study on the anti‐inflammatory and repair efficacy of jade material on the skin5
The effects of caffeine and adenosine on the microbiome and lipidome of the scalp5
Natural fermentation of fresh Jasmine flowers inspired the development of a biotechnological ingredient with global anti‐ageing properties5
An integrated approach to address the biodegradability of cosmetic formulations as part of a corporate sustainability strategy5
A manifesto for informed sun protection advice in relation to sunscreens5
Application of single hair fibre tensile measurements to create an industry‐standard heat damage scale for hair5
Sodium hyaluronates applied in the face affects the diversity of skin microbiota in healthy people5
A serum and cream moisturization regimen outperforms separate use in sustaining hydration, reducing TEWL , and balancing surface lipids over an 8‐h s5
The hidden science of haptics: A pedagogical review of tactile evaluation in cosmetics5
Three‐dimensional three‐interval thixotropy test ( 3D3ITT ) protocol for cosmetic lotions: A pr5
A controlled forearm washing ex vivo method for assessing the impact of personal cleansing products on skin's acid mantle properties and antimicrobial defence against transient bacteria5
From decoding the perception of tightness to a clinical proof of soothing effects derived from natural ingredients in a moisturizer5
Thermoporometry measurements of human hair via differential scanning calorimetry5
Age‐related changes in the bacterial composition of healthy female facial skin in Beijing area5
Effects of fermented tea seed oil on the skin lipid barrier and microbiome of sensitive skin5
Microalgae‐based sunscreens as green and sustainable cosmetic products4
Water consumption by rinse‐off cosmetic products: The case of the shower4
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Hair vibrancy: A quantitative multi‐modal approach bridging consumer perception, expert and instrumental evaluation4
Lipidomic analysis of facial skin surface lipids in acne in young women4
Boosting of retinol activity using novel lecithin: Retinol acyltransferase inhibitors4
A proprietary lipidosterolic extract of Serenoa repens promotes hair growth through mechanisms that extend beyond 5‐alpha reductase inhibition: Insights from human hair follicle organ culture4
The effect of a serum containing acetyl hexapeptide‐8, dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate and gluconolactone on skin biomarkers, wrinkles and skin texture: Ex vivo and clinical studies4
A combination of three antioxidants decreases the impact of rural particulate pollution in Normal human keratinocytes4
Anti‐skin aging effects of Gosori liquor lees extract by regulating interactions between senescent fibroblasts and adipose‐derived stem cells4
Differentiating solar lentigines from post‐inflammatory hyperpigmentation with hyperspectral imaging: A pilot study4
Surfactin as an ingredient in cosmetic industry: Benefits and trends4
In vivo efficacy of a stabilized Vitamin C‐based serum at pH 6 on some ageing facial signs of women of different ages and phototypes4
Ultraviolet transmission microscopy for the imaging of topical sunscreen emulsions4
A novel approach to target skin photodamage: Topical application of salt inducible kinase inhibitors4
Bridging the gap between consumer perception and objective measurements: A novel multiview image analysis methodology for quantifying hair volume on a human head (curl type I to III)4
The harnessing potential of carboxymethyl beta glucan: A driver of skin repair4
Recent patent applications for coffee and coffee by‐products as active ingredients in cosmetics4
Effects of eczema calming lotion on the stratum corneum in atopic dermatitis: Corneodesmosin and intercellular lipid lamellae4
Understanding the dandruff flare‐up: A cascade of measurable and perceptible changes to scalp health4
Scalp condition improvement with botanical extracts possessing chemical and physical antioxidant activity4
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Photoaging's portrait: The road map towards its photoprotection4
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A novel approach to enhancing the effect of skincare formulas based on the interfacial properties of vesicles imitating cell membrane4
Spectral histology of hair and hair follicle using infrared microspectroscopy4
Predicting tactile sensory attributes of personal care emulsions based on instrumental characterizations: A review4
The importance of stratum corneum ω‐linoleoyloxyacylceramides in human skin barrier health: their biochemistry, processing enzymes and metabolites involved in corneocyte lipid envelope maturati4
Enhanced piroctone olamine retention from shampoo for superior anti‐dandruff efficacy4
Dandruff lesional scalp skin exhibits epidermal T cell infiltration and a weakened hair follicle immune privilege4
Use of sisal industrial waste (Agave sisalana Perrine) in sustainable and multifunctional cosmetic products4
Highly stable and fast‐dissolving ascorbic acid‐loaded microneedles4
Promotion of glyoxylic acid penetration into human hair by glycolic acid3
Controlling the formation of ionic complex vesicles through double‐tailed surfactants3
Anti‐skin ageing activities of rice (Oryza sativa) bran soft and hard waxes in cultured skin cells3
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Protective effects of extracellular vesicle‐like nanoparticles derived from Cannabis sativa adventitious roots against UVB3
Bio‐active designed peptide for hair keratin strengthening3
A colloidal oat‐containing baby wash is gentle and effective for atopic‐prone skin3
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From crown to cosmetics: Exploring the efficacy of an upcycled pineapple biopolymer in sustainable skincare, suncare and hair care applications3
Magnolia biondii flower extract attenuates UVB‐induced skin damage through high‐mobility group box protein B13
Efficacy of a wheat polar lipid complex in reducing hair loss and improving hair growth in healthy women: A randomized, double‐blind, placebo‐controlled clinical study3
The combination of allantoin, bisabolol, D‐panthenol and dipotassium glycyrrhizinate mitigates UVB‐induced PGE2 synthesis by keratinocytes3
A review of artificial sebum formulations, their compositions, uses and physicochemical characteristics3
Cosmetic effects of red‐light reflection by ultramarine blue pigment3
Five dimensions of cleansing: A holistic view on the facets and importance of skin cleansing3
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Reduction of senescence‐associated secretory phenotype and exosome‐shuttled miRNAs by Haritaki fruit extract in senescent dermal fibroblasts3
Scalp microbiome composition changes and pathway evaluations due to effective treatment with Piroctone Olamine shampoo3
Compatibility of personal care thickening polymers in sulphate‐free surfactants3
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Transparent silicone‐free shampoo containing proteins with strong hair conditioning properties3
Formulation and evaluation of alternative to beeswax for vegan lipsticks3
Changes in emotional response towards different facial application gestures following skincare application: An electroencephalogram approach3
Anti‐aging and rejuvenating effects and mechanism of Dead Sea water in skin3
Para rubber seed oil and its fatty acids alleviate photoaging and maintain cell homeostasis3
Development of niacinamide cosmetic bioadhesive emulgel using QbD approach3
Safety profiling and skin barrier characterization of a topical herbal cream containing Ficus deltoidea leaf extract3
Allergens grouping names on packaging: Are the substances similar enough to ensure safety? The worst case scenarios question this3
Sunscreen sensory attribute prediction via textural, rheological and tribological tests2
Physiological benefits associated with facial skincare: Well‐being from emotional perception to neuromodulation2
Hair surface interactions against different chemical functional groups as a function of environment and hair condition2
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Identification of a higher C–S lyase activity of Staphylococcus hominis in volunteers with unpleasant axillary odour2
Commercial clays in cosmetic formulations for hair care: Characterization and application to improve the mechanical properties of hair fibre2
Micellar solubility and co‐solubilization of fragrance raw materials in sodium dodecyl sulfate and polysorbate 20 surfactant systems2
Galactomyces ferment filtrate upregulates anchoring junctions and stabilizes actin to maintain the Young's modulus of skin cells in vitro2
The characterization of Pluronic P123 micelles in the presence of sunscreen agents2
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Some thoughts about Anthony V. Rawlings and hydration and barrier function of the skin2
Enhancing scar appearance: Results from a cosmetic clinical study on dexpanthenol‐containing silicone gel and massage ball in adults and children2
Development and characterization of topical formulation for maintenance therapy containing sorbitan monostearate with and without PEG‐100‐stearate2
Performance assessment of the Double Plate method (ISO23675) in ALTSPF Consortium: A highly reproducible and accurate in vitro method to determine SPF2
Towards a taxonomy for assessing and classifying the needs of curly hair: A mixed method, ethnographic and quantitative data study2
Overcoming challenges in the development of cosmetic formulations with agro‐industrial by‐products: The case of cork powder2
Establishment and validation of a hair fall atlas for Chinese men based on trichoscopy2
Clinical efficacy of a gentle anti‐dandruff itch‐relieving shampoo formulation2
Hair relaxation after shaping – A kinetic approach2
Dissolvable shower gel tablets with enhanced skin benefits2
Multifunctional powder makeup with salicylic acid–cationic guar gum nanoplexes for acne‐prone skin2
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Synthesis of a new amino acid derivative with long‐lasting hair shape control effects and elucidation of its mechanisms2
Fermented tea leave extract against oxidative stress and ageing of skin in vitro and in vivo2
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Hair growth enhancement via mitochondrial activation by Mito‐activator complex2
A cranberry extract stimulates procollagen I release and expression after UV radiation in a 3D ski2
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Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein inhibits melanogenesis through PKA/CREB and MEK/ERK signalling pathways2
The objective and subjective impact of a daily self‐massage on visible signs of stress on the skin and emotional well‐being2
Development of SEDDS formulation containing caffeine for dermal delivery2
Preliminary safety and in vivo efficacy of Acmella oleracea extract‐loaded glycolipid emulsion serum—Effects on ocular irritation, dermal absorption, and facial skin biophysical and microrelief2
Recovery effects of various skin lipid components and their structural derivatives on skin barrier damage2
Foreword to the special issue from the editors2
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Clinical efficacy of OS‐01 peptide formulation in reducing the signs of periorbital skin aging2
Automated measurement of hair density and projected apparent width via deep learning–based phototrichogram analysis2
Clinical studies in Chinese subjects investigating the tolerance and soothing efficacy of a cream and balm containing 4‐t‐butylcyclohexanol on the sensitivity of facial skin2
Correlation between the facial skin microbiome and sensitive skin using the 2bRAD‐M technique2
Topically applied, fatty acid‐containing formulations provide superior barrier benefits in an ex vivo tape‐stripped skin model2
A novel all‐in‐one dynamic wrinkle evaluation system: Development, validation and application in cosmetic industries2
The ALT‐SPF ring study – in vitro determination of the SPF & UVA‐PF by the fused method2
Multisensory contributions to skin‐cosmetic product interactions2
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