[Sofia Links Co., Ltd.] Announcement of the publication of the October issue of “Cosmetic Science,” a cosmetics research magazine
Sofia Links Inc. Press Release: October 15, 2025 Announcement of the publication of the October issue of “Cosmetic Science,” a cosmetics research magazine. The October issue’s special feature is “The Cutting Edge of Photoaging.” This feature introduces basic research, ingredient development, and product development related to photoaging, which is being conducted from various perspectives, including anti-glycation, sunscreen, and antioxidants.
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Sofia Links Inc. (Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Masashi Mihara) published the ninth and October editions of “Cosmetic Science,” a specialized cosmetics research magazine that disseminates the latest findings in cosmetics research, on October 15th. ●Contents of the October Issue The special feature in this issue is titled “The Frontline of Photoaging,” and includes the following papers. Paper Title: – “Photoaging Phenotypes and Pathogenesis Mechanisms” Shinichi Moriwaki, Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University – “Current Status and Challenges in Raising Awareness of Photoaging – Has Photoaging Awareness Progressed?” ~” NPO Skin Health Research Institute, Yasunari Hiramatsu and Yoshiki Miyaji – “Photoaging Mechanisms and Dermal Changes: A New Perspective from Imaging Technology” Shiseido Co., Ltd., Future Development Research Institute, Yuki Ogura ・”The Role of Sunscreen in Preventing Photoaging and International Trends” Kose Corporation Research Laboratory: Yuichiro Goto – “Decreased function of dermal fibroblasts caused by neutrophil elastase and its inhibition by the anti-wrinkle active ingredient NEI-L1(R)” POLA CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES, INC. Yoko Kagohashi and Yokota Mariko ・”Beauty effects of peony root extract, which controls the action of AGEs, on dark skin” Ichimaru Pharcos Co., Ltd., Kyoko Kanai and Kotaro Sakamoto – “Anti-UV effect of BioGlycogen(R) via activation of the Keap1-Nrf2 pathway” Eri Funahashi, Technology Development Center, Glico Nutrition Foods Co., Ltd. ・”Inhibitory effect of idebenone on UVA/UVB-induced MMPs” JC Dermatological Research Institute, Inc., Hiroaki Nakajima and Daisuke Maeda EyesOn Paper: ・”Spatiotemporal evaluation of skin barrier phototherapy using epidermal potential as an index” Tokyo Metropolitan University Yuna Abe, Department of Mechanical Systems Engineering, Faculty of System Design ・”Elucidating the influence of tight junctions on stratum corneum formation” Hiroaki Iwata, Department of Dermatology, Graduate School of Medicine, Gifu University Industry-Academia Collaboration Report: Anzu Corporation × Mukogawa Women’s University “Confirming the effectiveness of our in-house developed 3D skin model: Further evolution by visualizing its strengths and weaknesses” Serialization: ・GLOBAL BEAUTY INSIGHT (The latest trends in global beauty and cosmetics) Mintel Japan Toshihiro Tsukada ・Cosmetics Industry Close-Up (Notable Trends and Future Outlook in Japan’s Cosmetics Industry) Junji Asai, Yano Research Institute ・THE Co-creation Market (The Future of the Japan-China Cosmetics Industry) Yang, Chairman of the Japan-China Cosmetics International Exchange Association Under construction ・Cosmetics Regulation Information (Current Status of Regulations and Countermeasures in Asian Countries) Worldwide IP Consulting Japan, Yuki Shimizu / Affnan Patrapratama Zulkarnaen ・R&D support (resolving technological challenges of small and medium-sized enterprises and supporting their growth) Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Technology Research Center, Functional Chemical Materials Technology Department, Biotechnology Group, Kyoko Tamehiro and Takashi Hoshiba ・Column: BEAUTY SCIENCE EYE (Interpreting new cosmetic technologies from a unique perspective) Issei Hisamitsu, Representative Director, Cosmetic Ingredients Certification Association (General Incorporated Association) ●Other Section This month’s “Ingredient Guide” features information on new ingredients with a theme of “certification (COSMOS, Halal, etc.).” Additionally, the “Global Exhibition Information” section provides a calendar of cosmetics-related exhibitions taking place in Japan and overseas from October 2025 to March 2026. 《Next Issue Preview》 Feature Theme: “The Latest Technology in Base Makeup Design” The editorial department is currently preparing the December issue (published on December 15th). Please look forward to it. Expected authors (titles omitted): Masashi Shibata, School of Applied Biology, Tokyo University of Technology Yamagata University, Graduate School of Science and Technology, Yoshimune Nonomura Shiseido Company, Limited, Future Development Research Institute, Katsuyuki Hasegawa Kose Corporation, Makeup Product Research Laboratory, Yoshida Shoma Kao Corporation, Cosmetics Research Laboratory, Hiroaki Iikura Iwase Cosfa Co., Ltd., Research and Development Department, Nohara Katayama C-Act Co., Ltd., Makoto Tsuboi ●About Subscription Applications You can apply for a subscription through our website
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http://www.sophialinks.com/ The entire editorial team sincerely hopes for your continued patronage. Cosmetic Science Editorial Department For more information about this release
