FEATURE ARTICLES

Nagase Viita reveals the results of studies into glucosyl hesperidin both by topical application and oral intake and highlights the potential to deliver synergistic benefits inside and outside the body.

In the ever-evolving world of skin care innovation, one of the most promising advances is the use of exosome-based delivery systems for active ingredients. Nanovex Biotechnologies describes a biomimetic avocado-derived exosome encapsulating bakuchiol for anti-ageing skin care.

Oleon explains why enzymatic technology is central to its vision for a future where chemistry is not a source of pollution but a driver of sustainability – with safer, cleaner, and more energy-efficient alternatives to traditional methods.

A preview of the 2025 edition of one of the world’s leading personal care ingredient trade shows, which returns to the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) in Thailand on 4-6 November. The preview includes highlights from the show floor.

Òscar Expósito is the co-founder, chief executive and chief scientific officer of Spanish plant-based cosmetic active ingredient maker Vytrus Biotech. Here, in conversation with editor Tim Probert, Òscar shares his vision for the Barcelona company and the cosmetic active ingredients of the future

The cosmetics industry is undergoing a significant shift towards a more demanding beauty, driven by the increasing demand for high-performance, science-backed ingredients. Among the most promising advances are extracellular vesicles, and in particular exosomes, which have emerged as powerful mediators of intercellular communication

Ichimaru Pharcos introduces cashmere-derived hydrolysed keratin developed for repairing cuticle cell membrane complex in response to the increasing need for measures against daily damage as well as its repair action

As both a humectant and antimicrobial component, the multifunctional ingredient pentylene glycol plays a key role in the development of safe, stable, and effective cosmetic products while also contributing to a product’s sensory profile, as Cosphatec explains

Fasting has been shown to modulate key pathways associated with cellular maintenance and lifespan extension. Vytrus Biotech introduces a fasting-mimicking approach as an innovative cosmetic strategy to support skin health, resilience, and longevity

Evolved By Nature explores the science, functionality, and formulation potential of its proprietary technology that re-engineers upcycled silk fibroin into custom peptides, and why these novel ingredients represent a new standard for high-performance hair care

Biocogent describes a dual botanical extract that ameliorates the negative impacts of at least four distinct hallmarks of ageing: chronic inflammation, (inflammaging), altered intercellular communication, epigenetic alterations, and diminished proteostasis. These benefits appear to be promulgated by the material’s activity focusing on the dermal-epidermal junction

Croda presents a novel biomimetic keratin peptide developed through advanced biotechnology that introduces a supplier-led innovation to the biomimetic bond building space. The active is engineered to specifically address molecular-level damage by facilitating the recharge of hair’s intrinsic keratin, thereby enhancing hair strength

Advancements in biotechnology have enabled the production of cell-identical peptides from cultivated cells, offering a more ethical, sustainable and traceable alternative. Avant Proteins describes a pioneering bioplatform that produces a novel cell-identical multi-peptide complex derived from cultivated cells

Are exosomes and EVs truly the future of cosmetic science, or are they just beauty buzzwords? Spencer Marsh of Gourdie Lab at Virginia Tech’s Fralin Biomedical Research Institute examines the science behind exosomes and EVs and evaluates whether they live up to the hype

There are challenges surrounding the selection of appropriate upcycled ingredients to ensure safety and efficacy. Inabata France et al outline the essential steps for selecting, sourcing, developing, and producing a new series of upcycled active ingredients, using a group of five extracts as a case study

The California Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (CASCC) has long stood as a source of innovation, community, and collaboration. Yet today, as we prepare to welcome thousands to Long Beach for our 2025 Suppliers’ Day, we stand at a turning point. This year marks a changing of the guard.

Jim Minicucci is the senior vice president and general manager of Ashland’s personal care division. In conversation with editor Tim Probert, Jim discusses the US firm’s global strategy and wider personal care industry trends

Moringa oleifera, commonly known as the ‘Miracle Tree’, is known for its anti-inflammatory action and celebrated for the cosmetic benefits of its seed oil.

Rousselot explores the fairytale potential of collagen as the next-generation ingredient for the hair care segment, including how it empowers manufacturers to differentiate their beauty from within products and helps consumers live ‘happily ever-after’ with their hair

The cosmetic industry, a sector that influences nearly every aspect of our daily lives, is grappling with an existential crisis. On the surface, it presents an image of innovation, progress, and beauty as a universal truth. However, beneath this glossy veneer, a more unsettling reality persists: the industry is out of sync - with itself, its consumers, and its own promises.