Compendium of the most significant studies with reference to properties, intake, effects.

Ferreira MS, Sousa Lobo JM, Almeida IF. Sensitive skin: Active ingredients on the spotlight. Int J Cosmet Sci. 2021 Nov 23. doi: 10.1111/ics.12754.

Abstract.  This study aimed to unveil the most used active ingredients for sensitive skin in facial care products from the pharmacy and parapharmacy channel.

Khmaladze I, Österlund C, Smiljanic S, Hrapovic N, Lafon-Kolb V, Amini N, Xi L, Fabre S. A novel multifunctional skin care formulation with a unique blend of antipollution, brightening and antiaging active complexes. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2020 Jun;19(6):1415-1425. doi: 10.1111/jocd.13176.

Abstract. To develop a unique formula with active complexes, having multifunctional effects for anti-pollution, brightening and anti-aging/barrier strengthening purposes with confirmed activities in vitro and ex vivo skin models, suitable for polluted skin.

Resende DISP, Ferreira MS, Sousa-Lobo JM, Sousa E, Almeida IF. Usage of Synthetic Peptides in Cosmetics for Sensitive Skin. Pharmaceuticals (Basel). 2021 Jul 21;14(8):702. doi: 10.3390/ph14080702.

Abstract. This study aimed to analyze the composition of 88 facial cosmetics for sensitive skin from multinational brands regarding usage of peptides, reviewing their synthetic pathways and the scientific evidence that supports their efficacy.

Sulzberger M, Worthmann AC, Holtzmann U, Buck B, Jung KA, Schoelermann AM, Rippke F, Stäb F, Wenck H, Neufang G, Grönniger E. Effective treatment for sensitive skin: 4-t-butylcyclohexanol and licochalcone A. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2016 Feb;30 Suppl 1:9-17. doi: 10.1111/jdv.13529.

Abstract. The objective of this study was to develop an active ingredient concept for the treatment of sensitive skin.