International Journal of Cosmetic Science

Papers
(The median citation count of International Journal of Cosmetic Science is 1. 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 2021-11-01 to 2025-11-01.)
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Preliminary evaluation of a comprehensive skincare regimen for enhancing skin health following advanced optimal pulse technology (AOPT) treatment41
Performance of hybrid diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (HDRSISO 23698) methodology for assessment of sunscreen protection in the ALTSPF Consortium validat39
An eco‐friendly system for stabilization of retinol: A step towards attending performance with improved environmental respect30
In vitro effect on the proteolytic activity of papain with proteins of the skin as substrate26
The prebiotic effects of fructooligosaccharides enhance the growth characteristics of Staphylococcus epidermidis and enhance the inhibition of Staphylococcus aureus biofilm formation26
The key phytochemistry of rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) contributing to hair protection against UV23
Correction to International Journal of Cosmetic Science: Volume 47, Issue 422
Melanosomal localization is required for GIF‐2115/2250 to inhibit melanogenesis in B16F10 melanoma cells22
A comprehensive comparison of facial skin hydration based on capacitance and conductance measurements in Chinese women22
Chemically characterizing the cortical cell nano‐structure of human hair using atomic force microscopy integrated with infrared spectroscopy (AFM‐IR)21
Removal of synthetic hair dye using formamidine sulfinic acid and other sulfinate precursors20
The role of ceramides in skin barrier function and the importance of their correct formulation for skincare applications20
Video‐based paired comparison to evaluate some cosmetic products under camera movement for dynamic performance19
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An extract of Leontopodium alpinum inhibits catagen development ex vivo and increases hair density in vivo19
Development and validation of a prospective questionnaire for assessing oily sensitive skin18
Application of the upcycling trend using ultrafiltrate of water from the production of collagen from fish skin in hair care cosmetics17
Characteristics of and foundation application among Chinese females with sensitive skin17
Quantification of perception towards facial skin ideal complexion in multiple ethnic populations from clinical imaging cues17
Pleiotropic effects of a Camellia sinensis leaf extract on in vitro and in vivo skin health characteristics16
Scattering as part of the protection afforded by nanoparticulate filters – An example with tris‐biphenyl triazine16
Clinical evaluation of paraprobiotic‐associatedBifidobacterium lactisCCT 7858 anti‐dandruff shampoo efficacy: A randomized placebo‐controlled clinical tria15
Fragrance in dermocosmetic emulsions: From microstructure to skin application15
N‐acetyl‐L‐hydroxyproline – A potent skin anti‐ageing active preventing advanced glycation end‐product formation in vitro and ex vivo15
Probing the effectiveness of barrier creams against human skin penetration of nickel powder14
Research on antioxidant performance of diglucosyl gallic acid and its application in emulsion cosmetics14
Efficient dermal delivery of ascorbic acid 2‐glucoside with photoacoustic waves12
Investigating the impact of sebum secretion on liquid makeup foundation darkening and its solution12
Changes in levels of omega‐O‐acylceramides and related processing enzymes of sun‐exposed and sun‐protected facial stratum corneum in differently pigmented ethnic groups12
Electrokinetic analysis reveals common conditioner ingredient interactions with human hair12
Arnica montana L. extract containing 6‐O‐methacryloylhelenalin and 6‐O‐isobutyrylhelenalin accelerates growth and differentiation of human subcutaneous pread11
Self‐assembly of short biopeptides onto skin tissue components studied using QCM‐D11
TRPV3 calcium channel at the crossroads of epidermal differentiation and inflammation11
Photoprotective efficacy of dibenzalacetone in sunscreen formulations: Physicochemical properties, synthesis, characterization, potential applications in sunscreen and biological activities11
Are there alternatives to the traditional in‐vivo SPF test (ISO 24444)? Comparison and statistical analysis of 5 proposed methods11
Sunscreens – another endangered species?11
Indirubin as a red hair Colourant from Indigofera tinctoria L.11
Recovery and protection of photo‐damaged hairs with keratin‐encapsulated cationic liposomes10
Benefit of coconut‐based hair oil via hair porosity quantification10
Effects of watercress extract fraction on R‐spondin 1‐mediated growth of human hair10
Skin quality sensor to evaluate vibration and friction generated when sliding over skins10
Analysis of 275 DIY recipes for eye cosmetics and their possible safety issues10
Influence of particle parameters on deposition onto healthy and damaged human hair10
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 resu10
Evaluation of the sensitive skin syndrome and the effect of a dermo‐cosmetic treatment in Thai and Polish subjects9
Impact of Portuguese propolis on keratinocyte proliferation, migration and ROS protection: Significance for applications in skin products9
Reinventing henna: Enzyme‐catalysed colour release from stabilized Lawsonia inermis L. extracts9
Inhibition of lipogenesis and sebum secretion for Lotus corniculatus seed extract in vitro and in vivo9
Modulation of Piezo1 influences human skin architecture and oxytocin expression9
Status quo on identified transformation products of organic ultraviolet filters and their persistence8
Scalp hair loss is not random across follicular units: A new insight into human hair ageing8
Editor's overview of the key content of this special issue8
The benefits and challenges of treating skin with natural oils8
A study of anti‐wrinkle functions and improvement of cream with Phaseolus angularis8
Ethylated analogue of Zingerone: A new and eco‐respectful preservative in cosmetics8
Enhancement of water homeostasis by glycerol and urea in stratum corneum and the difference in the activity between them8
A consumer cross‐over trial suggests that there are significant seasonal changes of the tensile properties (wet) of human hair8
Overview of proficiency testing results for the in vivo determination of sun protection factor8
Collagen type V alpha 3 chain is involved in human skin basement membrane physiology and MMP‐9 regulation8
Protective effects of Paeonia suffruticosa callus extract in skin through anti‐inflammation and repair UVB‐induced damage7
Mitigation of ultraviolet‐induced erythema and inflammation by para‐hydroxycinnamic acid in human skin7
A modified protocol for studying filaggrin degradation using a reconstructed human epidermis model under low and high humidity7
What defines dry skin? Correlating a range of skin hydration parameters with In Vivo Confocal Raman Spectroscopy7
Juniper berry extract containing Anthricin and Yatein suppresses lipofuscin accumulation in human epidermal keratinocytes through proteasome activation, increases brightness and decreases spots in hum7
Preparation and efficacy verification of three‐dimensional printed partitioned multi‐effect precision‐care gel facial mask7
Key locations of oxidative damage in human hair keratins after heat and ultraviolet light exposure7
Relationship between skin fungal and bacterial microbiomes and skin pH7
Rheological stability of carbomer in hydroalcoholic gels: Influence of alcohol type7
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Comprehensive model for characterizing skin translucency by expert grading, panel evaluation and image analysis in a Chinese population7
Age‐related hair denaturation related to protein carbonyls7
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In vitro, ex vivo and clinical approaches to evaluate the potential effect of Gentiana lutea extract on skin7
A practical clinical device for evaluating changes to the skin's sebum from ozone7
The effect of synthetic acetylhexapeptide‐8 (AH8) on sebaceous function7
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Combining DNA Barcoding and Chemical fingerprints to authenticate Lavender raw material6
Superior even skin tone and anti‐ageing benefit of a combination of 4‐hexylresorcinol and niacinamide6
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Safety and efficacy of combined essential oils for the skin barrier properties: In vitro, ex vivo and clinical studies6
Rapid determination of L‐ascorbic acid content in vitamin C serums by ultra‐high‐performance liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry6
A review of homemade cosmetics based on a study of 150 blogs and their authors6
The kinetics of moisture sorption by hair6
Advances in nanotechnology‐based hair care products applied to hair shaft and hair scalp disorders6
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Multifaceted amelioration of cutaneous photoageing by (0.3%) retinol6
The effects of caffeine and adenosine on the microbiome and lipidome of the scalp5
Cosmetic emulsions containing innovative complex coacervates: A cross‐sectional study5
Mastering the formulation of an unstable vitamin C (VC) as anti‐aging skin care ingredient. Part I: A new approach5
Evaluation of the effect of an extract of Sphingomonas xenophaga present in a Thermal Spring Water in the management of sensitive skin associated with cutaneous vascular disorder5
Protein degradation in the stratum corneum5
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Sodium hyaluronates applied in the face affects the diversity of skin microbiota in healthy people5
Natural fermentation of fresh Jasmine flowers inspired the development of a biotechnological ingredient with global anti‐ageing properties5
Exploring compounds to be used as cosmetic agents that activate peroxisome proliferator‐activated receptor alpha5
Cosmetic application of the stem‐bark extract of Bertholletia excelsa H.B.K5
Impact of protein carbonylation on the chemical characteristics of the hair surface5
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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 5
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Age‐related changes in the bacterial composition of healthy female facial skin in Beijing area5
Influence of sunscreen formulation on the transfer of mineral and organic ultraviolet filters from skin to seawater in simulated ocean bathing tests5
Oleracone C from Portulaca oleracea attenuates UVB‐induced changes in matrix metalloproteinase and type I procollagen production via MAPK and TGF‐β/Smad pathway5
Elongated microparticles tuned for targeting hyaluronic acid delivery to specific skin strata5
Impact of solar irradiation on lipidome dynamics and disruption using an in vitro 3D reconstructed epidermis model and a combination of advanced analytical methods5
Talk to us about your skin: The relationship between spoken language and haptic exploratory procedures5
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
Anti‐skin aging effects of Gosori liquor lees extract by regulating interactions between senescent fibroblasts and adipose‐derived stem cells4
Development of a skin microbiome diagnostic method to assess skin condition in healthy individuals: Application of research on skin microbiomes and skin condition4
Recent patent applications for coffee and coffee by‐products as active ingredients in cosmetics4
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Surfactin as an ingredient in cosmetic industry: Benefits and trends4
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An integrated approach to address the biodegradability of cosmetic formulations as part of a corporate sustainability strategy4
Application of single hair fibre tensile measurements to create an industry‐standard heat damage scale for hair4
Water consumption by rinse‐off cosmetic products: The case of the shower4
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Scalp condition improvement with botanical extracts possessing chemical and physical antioxidant activity4
Dandruff lesional scalp skin exhibits epidermal T cell infiltration and a weakened hair follicle immune privilege4
Photoaging's portrait: The road map towards its photoprotection4
Microalgae‐based sunscreens as green and sustainable cosmetic products4
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 bacteria4
Enhanced piroctone olamine retention from shampoo for superior anti‐dandruff efficacy4
Effects of eczema calming lotion on the stratum corneum in atopic dermatitis: Corneodesmosin and intercellular lipid lamellae4
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A combination of three antioxidants decreases the impact of rural particulate pollution in Normal human keratinocytes4
Highly stable and fast‐dissolving ascorbic acid‐loaded microneedles4
Understanding the dandruff flare‐up: A cascade of measurable and perceptible changes to scalp health4
Use of sisal industrial waste (Agave sisalana Perrine) in sustainable and multifunctional cosmetic products4
Jade material in vitro and in vivo: A study on the anti‐inflammatory and repair efficacy of jade material on the skin4
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 culture3
Ascorbic acid 2‐glucoside: An ascorbic acid pro‐drug with longer‐term antioxidant efficacy in skin3
Barrier disruption, dehydration and inflammation: Investigation of the vicious circle underlying dry skin3
Promotion of glyoxylic acid penetration into human hair by glycolic acid3
Controlling the formation of ionic complex vesicles through double‐tailed surfactants3
A review of artificial sebum formulations, their compositions, uses and physicochemical characteristics3
Para rubber seed oil and its fatty acids alleviate photoaging and maintain cell homeostasis3
Scalp microbiome composition changes and pathway evaluations due to effective treatment with Piroctone Olamine shampoo3
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The importance of stratum corneum ω‐linoleoyloxyacylceramides in human skin barrier health: their biochemistry, processing enzymes and metabolites involved in corneocyte lipid envelope maturati3
Predicting tactile sensory attributes of personal care emulsions based on instrumental characterizations: A review3
Comparing hair tensile testing in the wet and the dry state: Possibilities and limitations for detecting changes of hair properties due to chemical and physical treatments3
Ultraviolet transmission microscopy for the imaging of topical sunscreen emulsions3
Formulation and evaluation of alternative to beeswax for vegan lipsticks3
A colloidal oat‐containing baby wash is gentle and effective for atopic‐prone skin3
Reduction of senescence‐associated secretory phenotype and exosome‐shuttled miRNAs by Haritaki fruit extract in senescent dermal fibroblasts3
Spectral histology of hair and hair follicle using infrared microspectroscopy3
Skin permeability, a dismissed necessity for anti‐wrinkle peptide performance3
Lipidomic analysis of facial skin surface lipids in acne in young women3
A novel approach to target skin photodamage: Topical application of salt inducible kinase inhibitors3
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The combination of allantoin, bisabolol, D‐panthenol and dipotassium glycyrrhizinate mitigates UVB‐induced PGE2 synthesis by keratinocytes3
Five dimensions of cleansing: A holistic view on the facets and importance of skin cleansing3
Allergens grouping names on packaging: Are the substances similar enough to ensure safety? The worst case scenarios question this3
Development of niacinamide cosmetic bioadhesive emulgel using QbD approach3
Boosting of retinol activity using novel lecithin: Retinol acyltransferase inhibitors3
In vivo efficacy of a stabilized Vitamin C‐based serum at pH 6 on some ageing facial signs of women of different ages and phototypes3
Multisensory contributions to skin‐cosmetic product interactions2
The characterization of Pluronic P123 micelles in the presence of sunscreen agents2
Development and characterization of topical formulation for maintenance therapy containing sorbitan monostearate with and without PEG‐100‐stearate2
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Cosmetic effects of red‐light reflection by ultramarine blue pigment2
Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein inhibits melanogenesis through PKA/CREB and MEK/ERK signalling pathways2
Topically applied, fatty acid‐containing formulations provide superior barrier benefits in an ex vivo tape‐stripped skin model2
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Micellar solubility and co‐solubilization of fragrance raw materials in sodium dodecyl sulfate and polysorbate 20 surfactant systems2
Magnolia biondii flower extract attenuates UVB‐induced skin damage through high‐mobility group box protein B12
Overcoming challenges in the development of cosmetic formulations with agro‐industrial by‐products: The case of cork powder2
The ALT‐SPF ring study – in vitro determination of the SPF & UVA‐PF by the fused method2
Dissolvable shower gel tablets with enhanced skin benefits2
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
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Performance assessment of the Double Plate method (ISO23675) in ALTSPF Consortium: A highly reproducible and accurate in vitro method to determine SPF2
Some thoughts about Anthony V. Rawlings and hydration and barrier function of the skin2
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Clinical efficacy of OS‐01 peptide formulation in reducing the signs of periorbital skin aging2
Towards a taxonomy for assessing and classifying the needs of curly hair: A mixed method, ethnographic and quantitative data study2
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Olive leaf‐derived PPAR agonist complex induces collagen IV synthesis in human skin models2
Identification of a higher C–S lyase activity of Staphylococcus hominis in volunteers with unpleasant axillary odour2
Ex vivo—In vivo correlation of retinol stratum corneum penetration studies by confocal Raman microspectroscopy and tape stripping2
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 study2
The objective and subjective impact of a daily self‐massage on visible signs of stress on the skin and emotional well‐being2
Fermented tea leave extract against oxidative stress and ageing of skin in vitro and in vivo2
Melanogenesis‐promoting effect of Cirsium japonicum flower extract in vitro and ex vivo2
Galactomyces ferment filtrate upregulates anchoring junctions and stabilizes actin to maintain the Young's modulus of skin cells in vitro2
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Transparent silicone‐free shampoo containing proteins with strong hair conditioning properties2
Sunscreen sensory attribute prediction via textural, rheological and tribological tests2
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A 5‐hour follow‐up of the impact on ageing facial signs of some foundations in Japanese women through automatically analysed selfie pictures2
Anti‐skin ageing activities of rice (Oryza sativa) bran soft and hard waxes in cultured skin cells2
Physiological benefits associated with facial skincare: Well‐being from emotional perception to neuromodulation2
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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
Anti‐aging and rejuvenating effects and mechanism of Dead Sea water in skin2
Influence of wall slip, thixotropy and lubrication regime on the instrumental sensory evaluation of topical formulations2
Correlation between the facial skin microbiome and sensitive skin using the 2bRAD‐M technique2
Sensitive skin: Active ingredients on the spotlight2
Investigating the influence of excipient batch variation on the structure, consistency and physical stability of polysorbate 60–based topical vehicles2
Synthesis of a new amino acid derivative with long‐lasting hair shape control effects and elucidation of its mechanisms2
Non‐acrylate UV‐LED nail gel with high bio‐renewable content based on hydrophobic organic‐inorganic hybrid system1
Recovery effects of various skin lipid components and their structural derivatives on skin barrier damage1
Efficacy of a topical live probiotic in improving skin health1
Development of SEDDS formulation containing caffeine for dermal delivery1
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Foreword to the special issue from the editors1
Randomized comparative double‐blind study assessing the difference between topically applied microbiome supporting skincare versus conventional skincare on the facial microbiome in correlation to biop1
The effect of degeneration of elastic fibres on loss of elasticity and wrinkle formation1
Penetration of oils into hair1
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Quality of life in Female Users of Antiageing Cosmetic Products/Aesthetic Treatments1
The potential use of the standardized Euterpe oleracea (açaí) seed extract in cosmetic products1
A novel cell line from human eccrine sweat gland duct cells for investigating sweating physiology1
Clinical efficacy of a gentle anti‐dandruff itch‐relieving shampoo formulation1
Kombucha fermentation as a modern way of processing vineyard by‐products into cosmetic raw materials1
Sustainable thermoresponsive whey protein‐ and chitosan‐based oil‐in‐water emulsions for cosmetic applications1
Evaluation of the antioxidant and antityrosinase activities of Prosopis juliflora fruit extract as a novel multifunctional bioactive ingredient and its potential applicability in pro‐ageing and1
The effect of Salix alba L. bark extract on dark circles in vitro and in vivo1
PEG‐23 glyceryl distearate, a multifunctional skin‐supporting material, upregulates the expression of factors associated with epidermal barrier and hydration1
The synergistic anti‐inflammatory effect of pterostilbene and honokiol on LPS‐stimulated PMA‐differentiated THP‐1 macrophages1
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The protective effect of a novel sunscreen against blue light1
n‐3 PUFAs docosahexaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid are effective natural pro‐resolution ingredients for topical skin applications1
New insights into hair compartments swelling via atomic force microscopy and dynamic vapour sorption1
Dr. Anthony Rawlings: The Unilever years. 1988–20011
Hair surface interactions against different chemical functional groups as a function of environment and hair condition1
Iontophoresis in dermal delivery: A review of applications in dermato‐cosmetic and aesthetic sciences1
Targeting inflammation and pro‐resolving mediators withAnetholea anisitaextract to improve scalp condition1
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Hair relaxation after shaping – A kinetic approach1
Reconnection of cysteine in reduced hair with alkylene dimaleates via thiol‐Michael click chemistry1
Sustainable cosmetic ingredient alternatives to replace conventional ingredients: Case studies in moisturizers and lipsticks1
Highlighting the efficiency of ultrasound‐based emulsifier‐free emulsions to penetrate reconstructed human skin1
Camellia saponin modulates oleic acid/linoleic acid‐induced lipogenesis in human sebocytes through lipophagy activation1
A new in vitro approach for determining the water resistance of sunscreen products, validated by a blinded ring test1
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