But that’s why it’s so nice that there are some gems who actually have scientifically backed formulations, or even better: contribute to science by doing studies and creating new categories!

  • agissilver@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    P&G does some interesting anti-aging research involving genetics. I saw a talk about it some years ago when I was in chemistry graduate school.

    SK-II is therefore probably legit but it’s too expensive for me.

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      1 year ago

      In regards to safety, yes. They have to make sure you don’t develop a rash or something. Good thing there are regulations for that, otherwise at least some companies would try without that, too.

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        1 year ago

        It’s not required though, many companies do just fine without the testing on animals while still being compliant.

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          Often those companies just use ingredients and formulations that have been tested on animals by other companies and the patent has run out/it is not patented. Companies doing animal testing probably would not do animal testing on such products too. Most companies try to avoid costs.