R&D News Release

MFAP-4, Important for Elastin Formation, Related to Elasticity in Human Skin, and Association of Reduced Level with Aging and UV Exposure - First Findings

Skin Care Alters Endogenous Stratum Corneum Ceramide Profile

Development of Technology for Controlling Adhesion of Atmospheric Particulates Such as Dust and Pollen to Skin

New Technique to Evaluate the Inactivation Effect of Chemical Formulations on Human Noroviruses

Approach to Lip Roughness First Verification of Relationship Between Lip Balm Formulation Occlusivity and Lip Roughness Improvement

High-Performance Cellulose Nanofiber Composite Resin"LUNAFLEX" with Unique Hydrophobization Technology

Kazu Hiro Completes His Sculptures of Audrey Hepburn

Results of Joint Research of COVID-19 Conducted with Kao

Changes in Shape of Lip Region in Japanese Women Associated with Age Thinner Lips, Extended and Rounded White Upper Lip

Successful Direct Observation of Special Bound Water on Cotton Surface Study of Mechanism of Hardening of Wet Cotton Fabric After Natural Drying

Novel Method for Analyzing Base Makeup Film Internal Structure Using Raman Spectroscopy for Visualization of Composition Distribution and Sebum Characteristics

Perfumery Raw Material Odor Intensity Prediction with Olfaction Characteristics Database

Adhesion of Fine Dirt Particles such as Dust and Pollen to Hair, and Development of Hair Shield Technology

New technology for protection from exposure to near-infrared component of sunlight – Control of uncomfortable burning sensation associated with skin surface temperature elevation

Quantification of autophagy in skin: Autophagy decline associated with intrinsic aging and photoaging

Biophoton-associated chronic photodamage of skin, including skin dehydration and surface roughness

Confirming the links between skin condition and regulation of capillary blood flow: An image analysis technology to visualize capillaries in facial skin

New combined "large water-content α-gel" with unique OXP-SI polymer formulation for selective absorption in micro-scaling regions

Membrane formed by use of fine fibers with moisturizer formula has effects on protein expression in stratum corneum and efficacy for improving skin condition

Effects of periocular skin warming on sleep initiation

Effect of the stratum corneum barrier function on cutaneous photosensitivity (UVB): Relationship between trans-epidermal water loss and the minimum erythema dose

A new approach to evaluate temporal changes in sensation when applying cosmetics

Kao's Development of Water-Based Inkjet Ink for Food Package Receives the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award in the 18th Green & Sustainable Chemistry (GSC) Awards in Japan

Novel Measurement of Invisible Photodamage in the Skin via the Detection of Biophoton, an Ultraweak Photon Emitted from the Body

Kao's original non-invasive analytical method for monitoring RNA - Discovery of the presence of human RNA in sebum

A research collaboration with artist Kazu Hiro

In the collaborative research of Kao Corporation, The University of Tokyo, and Kyushu Institute of Technology, Fabrication technology of solar cells having potential for high power conversion efficiency has been developed

Survey on the effects of autogenic training on the mind, body, and skin: Ideas for a new type of holistic skincare

Kao applies artificial intelligence to predict sensory irritation Helping people select the gentlest cosmetics for their sensitive skin

Kao Develops Bio IOS, to Completely Transform the Concept of Conventional Detergent Bases

Kao Confirms that Different Emotions are Evoked by Skin Care Products that Produce Different Textures During Application

Kao Has Developed Fine Fiber Technology That Creates a Layered, Ultra-thin membrane Made from Submicron Fibers, Contributing to the Cosmetic and Therapeutic Fields

Confirmation of Relationship between 'Comfort' from Touching the Skin during Skin Care and the Change in Cerebral Blood Flow

Effects of Positive Emotions Induced by the Use of Skin Care Products Confirmed: Positive emotions contributed to improving skin appearance

Research on Skin Care with a Focus on Stimulation that Creates Pleasant Feelings

Kao Opens New Cosmetics Research Facility: Beauty Research & Innovation Center

INFORMATION Skin Sensitization Test "human Cell Line Activation Test (h-CLAT)" Adopted as a OECD Test Guideline

INFORMATION Kao Corporation Grants The Procter & Gamble Company a License under Foam Type Hair Color (Hair Dyes) Patent Portfolio

INFORMATION Kao Achieves Eco-Friendly Film Printing for Flexible Packaging With the Development of the World’s First Water-Based Pigment Inkjet Ink

INFORMATION University of Shizuoka and Kao Establish Industry-Academia Collaboration Course