FEATURE ARTICLES

Oxidative stress is a major factor influencing skin ageing and the degradation of cosmetic products. German personal care ingredient manufacturer Cosphatec describes a tocopherol/carnosic acid blend that has been found to protect both the skin and a cosmetic formulation

Indian consultants Bregma Science examines the impact of sunscreen ingredients on coral reefs and the concept of ‘reef safe’ sunscreens. The article is designed to assist formulators designing sunscreens with new claims and certifications

CLR presents the findings of in vitro, ex vivo and in vivo studies into a vegan fermented skin care active ingredient designed to help skin maintain its oxidative balance and enhance its self-defence mechanisms

Taking place on 5-7 November at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) in Thailand, in-cosmetics Asia 2024 will revolve around four key themes - science, innovation, trends, and community. This in-depth preview details all the major visitors attractions and new product releases on show by selected exhibitors

Chicago-based Perry Romanowski is chair of education at the International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) and president of US consultancy Element 44. Ahead of the 34th IFSCC Congress in Iguazú Falls, Brazil, Romanowski talks about the future of beauty

Ashland is disrupting the industry with unique, new-to-the-world technologies that are scaling multiple markets with a wide range of attractive characteristics. They are renewable, natural, biodegradable, non-microplastic, non-GMO, and vegan. The platforms provide four-in-one functionality with tunable water solubility and are bolstered by intellectual property protection.

P2 Science describes a new fragrance enhancer derived from renewable sources using a process based on the principles of green chemistry. Using gas chromatography measurements and sensory observations, the article shows that this material prolongs the duration of fragrance perception more than competitive alternatives

While consumers desire natural products, they can also prefer the sensory and aesthetics of traditional synthetic products. Here, Lubrizol presents a polymer that offers sustainable characteristics to meet the growing demands of the market coupled with the performance attributes customers expect from synthetic rheology modifiers

Organic Bioactives presents a novel, natural active ingredient that harnesses New Zealand red seaweed, which has been found to not only be a dynamo on its own to achieve superior hydration, but when combinedly extracted with additional New Zealand botanicals, offers superior support for skin care

MC Actives describes marine ingredients it has developed to tap into the concept of ‘sustainabeautly’: a link between creating ingredients to repair the damage caused by climate change in the skin, under a sustainable point of view, and taking care of the environment

Lamberti presents a novel polymer obtained from upcycled tamarind. The article describes its benefits in hair care, including superior conditioning, detangling, shine, smoothness, softness, anti-static effects, and foam- enhancement, comparing the novel tamarind derivative to Polyquaternium-10

The use of upcycled ingredients in beauty and personal care products presents a promising avenue for brands to align with the growing consumer demand for sustainable practices. IFF shows how, despite certain challenges, upcycled ingredients like a natural betaine derived from sugar beet, are not only meeting but exceeding consumer expectations on efficacy and safety

Mibelle Biochemistry describes an active ingredient derived from Chios mandarins markedly increases the firmness and density of the skin. This upcycled ingredient is based on the peel paste of organic mandarins discarded from the distillation process of fragrance production

DSM-Firmenich introduces a novel concept combining scalp science and aromatherapy that integrates natural, sustainably sourced bioactives with mind-benefiting fragrance, to create a holistic hair and scalp care experience

TRI-K presents a naturally derived alternative to traditional silicones that delivers comparable performance to cyclopentasiloxane and dimethicone. In hair care, it is shown to significantly improve wet combing ease, showing comparable performance to cyclopentasiloxane. Furthermore, it also enhanced shine and lustre

Innospec demonstrates a water-saving, multifunctional product that can be used as a 2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner and a body wash, and how the inclusion of two conditioning agents reduces the combing force on hair, reduces static and improves hair alignment

Italian active maker Kalichem describes a novel active designed from the need imposed by modern trends to adapt to the standards of eco-sustainability, biodegradability and selection of clean sources in a critical category of raw materials, like surfactants

Andrea Maltagliati is General Secretary of Brussels-based trade association European Federation for Cosmetic Ingredients (EFfCI). Here, Andrea talks to editor Tim Probert about the regulatory state of affairs ahead of EFfCI’s annual conference on 25-26 September

As it celebrates its 40th anniversary, editor Tim Probert visits Silab’s 75,000 m2 headquarters near Brive-la-Gaillarde in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of south-central France. Here, he learns the secrets of Silab’s considerable success in cosmetic active ingredients

In cosmetics, retinol is well-known for its anti ageing and anti-blemish properties, yet it may cause skin irritations. Consequently, plant based alternatives like bakuchiol are gaining popularity as gentler options with similar effectiveness. Several in vivo studies have confirmed the efficacy of bakuchiol, though its formulations are still being optimized.