Dyadic International is adding more cow-free dairy proteins to its pipeline via a new development and commercial license partnership with a European biotech company.

Cosmetic research from Shenzhen HBN Technology spotlights bakuchiol ferulate — a novel molecular hybrid synthesized from bakuchiol and a ferulic acid — as a stable, well-tolerated, and effective alternative to anti-aging retinol. Authors of the study highlight that retinol’s clinical utility as a potent wrinkle-reducing active ingredient is often limited by its chemical instability and irritation for sensitive skin. 

L’Oréal and the National University of Singapore (NUS) Medicine have launched a multi-year strategic research partnership to investigate the skin’s role in overall longevity. The collaboration aims to close a gap in skin aging science by exploring its role in how the rest of the body ages over time, potentially leading to more preventive approaches.