Introduction to Our Laboratory
We conduct research on next-generation hair coloring technologies based on advanced green chemical technologies, as well as skincare technologies aimed at improving wrinkles and sagging skin.
In addition, we work on value creation that incorporates business perspectives, including container development, sales strategies, branding, and entrepreneurship, with the goal of developing new markets through innovative technologies.
News & Topics
Important Notice
The Innovative Cosmetology Lab at Kobe University has relocated from the Rokkodai Campus to the Fukae Campus in April 2026.
Under this new research environment, we will continue to advance research and education in cosmetology, hair science, and green chemical technologies.
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Announcement of Laboratory Relocation
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Notice of New Laboratory Office Opening
June 2026
During the 51st Annual Meeting of the Society of Fragrance and Cosmetic Science held on June 25–26, two presentations were delivered.
【Presentation Titles】
・Chemical Mechanisms of Hair Shape Control by 2-(2-aminoethylthio) succinic acid (ATS)
(Presentation Material)
Takachi Yasuyo, Miyamoto Hiroyuki, Matsumoto Kenji, Kanno Chuui, Ikeuchi Ryota, Katayama Takuya, Yoshioka Chieko, Ikemoto Yuka, Kobayashi Yuji, Hotta Hiroki, Tsujino Yoshio
・Evaluation of Skin Effects of Facial Cleansing Using Weakly Acidic Soft Water
Ayaka Nagata, Risako Koike, Yui Matsumoto, Yoshio Tsujino, Hiroki Hotta, Kenji Matsumoto
This study was conducted as a collaborative research project with an external organization, examining the basic effects of weakly acidic soft water on skin condition.
The evaluation focused on everyday facial cleansing scenarios, investigating how differences in water quality relate to skin condition and sensory impressions.
On June 19, our laboratory hosted a research symposium, which was attended by over 50 participants from both industry and academia.
The venue was filled with great energy throughout the event, leading to lively discussions on the latest research findings.
[Program & Event Photos]
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Program Details
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Symposium Photo 1
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Symposium Photo 2
May 2026
At the 86th Symposium on Analytical Chemistry held on May 30–31, we delivered the following presentation.
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・Study on the Selective Separation of SH Compounds Contaminating Cosmetic Raw Materials
Rena Yamaji, Kenji Matsumoto, Hiroki Hotta, Yoshio Tsujino
Project Professor Tsujino was featured in anan No.2496.
The issue includes an article highlighting his role as a judge for the Panasonic Beauty Award.
anan No.2496
In addition, the judging process of the Panasonic Beauty Award is introduced in a contest report published by hillmix.
Panasonic Beauty Award Contest Report (hillmix)
April 2026
Our laboratory's research activities were featured on LIPS ( Article )
December 2025
Project Professor Tsujino, Professor Hotta, Mr. Okuma, and Mr. Katayama
participated in the “3rd Annual Conference of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Japan”.
Collaborative research with Associate Professor Izumi received the “Excellent Poster Presentation Award”.
November 2025
Products containing TOSTEA(R) were featured in the beauty magazine “美St January 2026 Issue” （美St Online）.
Ms. Kaho Maeda (M2) received the “Student Poster Award” at IC＆FIA2025.
October 2025
Project Professor Tsujino received the Kobe University President’s Award (Financial Contribution Category) for FY2025 (4th consecutive year).
September 2025
The kickoff meeting for the second phase of the laboratory was held （Photo）.
One doctoral student completed the doctoral program （Photo）.
July 2025
Osaka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., our collaborative research partner, exhibited equipment at INTERPHEX WEEK Tokyo 2025 （Photo）.
Project Professor Tsujino gave a lecture at the “82nd Textile Application Technology Research Meeting” （Photo）.
Visiting Professor Tomonobu Ezure appeared on NHK’s “Torisetsu Show” （Program Page）.
Specially Appointed Assistant Professor Matsumoto gave an oral presentation at the “50th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Cosmetic Science”.
May 2025
Project Professor Tsujino delivered a special lecture at the “Beauty Business Education Symposium” （Photo）.
April 2025
The 2025 laboratory members page has been updated.
March 2025
Maya Yoshii (high school student) gave a poster presentation at CSJ 2025.
The FY2024 Degree Conferment Ceremony was held （Photo）.
Project Professor Tsujino appeared on Radio Kansai’s “Reiwa Mito Komon Radio Manyuki” （Program Page）.
Project Professor Tsujino presented a poster at the JSBBA 2025 Sapporo Meeting.
February 2025
Research results on the vinegar-derived ingredient “Freglide-1” were published in FCT （Article Page）.
Sotaro Sato’s paper was published in International Journal of Cosmetic Science （IJCS Page）.
Kenji Matsumoto gave an oral presentation at the “15th Hair Science Research Presentation Meeting”.
A paper by Professor Tsujino and colleagues was published in Journal of Functional Foods （Article Page）.
The “6th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Cosmetic Medicine” was held at Kobe University Centennial Hall （Photo）.
January 2025
Kotaro Katayama’s paper was published in Molecules （Article Page）.
December 2024
A paper by Professor Tsujino and Professor Hotta was published in "Cosmetic Science, December 2024 Issue".
November 2024
Project Professor Tsujino gave a poster presentation at the "37th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Alternatives to Animal Experiments".
The development story behind TOSTEA(R) was featured in the beauty magazine "MAQUIA January Issue".
Ms. Kanno (D2) and Ms. Kitagawa (M2) gave poster presentations at the "70th Polarography Conference" (Ms. Kanno received the Student Poster Award).
Ms. Maeda (M1) and Ms. Taniarashi (D2) gave poster presentations at the "60th Flow Injection Analysis Conference".
Project Professor Tsujino received the Kobe University President’s Award (Financial Contribution Category) for FY2024.
October 2024
Project Professor Tsujino, Mr. Mochizuki (D3), and Mr. Sato (D3) participated in "IFSCC Congress 2024 Brazil".
Mr. Mochizuki (D3) was selected among the Top 5 in the Fundamental Research Oral Presentation Division.
Professor Hotta, Ms. Kanno (D2), and Ms. Kitagawa (M2) gave poster presentations at the international conference "PRiM 2024".
A birthday celebration for Project Professor Tsujino and Professor Hotta was organized by students.
September 2024
Project Professor Tsujino gave a lecture at the "2024 Japan-China International Cosmetic Exchange Event".
Project Professor Tsujino contributed an article to "SHINBIYO October 2024 Issue".
August 2024
Project Professor Tsujino contributed an article on hair damage and advanced care ingredients to "SHINBIYO September 2024 Issue".
July 2024
Project Professor Tsujino visited Houde Food Co., Ltd. in China and gave a lecture on vinegar-derived cosmetics.
June 2024
A paper by Research Fellow Fukushi, Professor Okamura, Professor Hotta, and colleagues received "the Best Paper Award" from the Japan Society on Sea Water Science.
Project Professor Tsujino appeared on MBS "Yonchan TV".
Project Professor Tsujino appeared on TBS "THE TIME,".
A collaborative research achievement by Project Professor Tsujino, Professor Hotta, and Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. was released as a press release.
2023
December
Kotaro Katayama (D2) received the Best Poster Award at the "Young Frontier Research Meeting 2023" （Award List / Photo）.
Sotaro Sato's research was featured in the booklet "Perspectives and Topics" of the 70th Annual Meeting of the Japan Society for Analytical Chemistry （Booklet / Related Product）.
November
We hosted a special lecture organized by our laboratory (Lecture by Dr. Tomonobu Ezure on "Mechanisms of Facial Aging").
Members of the Hotta Laboratory held a mid-term social gathering （Photo）.
Hiroe Kanno (D2) received the Student Presentation Award at the 69th Polarography Conference （Conference Website）.
October
Project Professor Tsujino received the Kobe University President's Award for Financial Contribution for FY2023 （Award Ceremony）.
September
Project Professor Tsujino participated in the "IFSCC Congress 2023 Barcelona" （Photo）.
August
Project Professor Tsujino appeared on Radio Kansai's program "Reiwa Mito Komon Radio Manyuki" and explained the impact of treated water issues on the cosmetics industry （Program Page）.
June
Sotaro Sato (D2) received the Student Poster Award at the 70th Anniversary Ceremony of the Kansai Branch of the Japan Society for Analytical Chemistry （Certificate Photo）.
2022
November
Meiki Yoshimasa (M1) received the Excellent Poster Award at the 58th Flow Injection Analysis Conference （Graduate School of Maritime Sciences Website）.
October
The microbubble shower system "BUBLISS," jointly developed by Project Professor Tsujino and Professor Hotta, was officially launched （Product Page / Kobe University News）.
A celebration was held for Project Professor Tsujino's 60th birthday （Photo）.
2021
April
The opening ceremony of the "Innovative Cosmetology Collaborative Research Course" was featured in Kobe Shimbun NEXT and the Kobe Shimbun morning edition.
Kobe Shimbun NEXT / Graduate School of Science, Technology and Innovation, Kobe University