FEATURE ARTICLES

Oat Cosmetics has developed an enriched oat beta-glucan active designed to preserve telomere integrity and rejuvenate the skin. This article explores how the ingredient reduces skin roughness, enhances radiance and promotes a youthful appearance.

Kao demonstrates how a novel non-ionic surfactant not only supports the beauty industry’s shift towards more sustainable practices but also paves the way for future innovations that prioritize both environmental responsibility and consumer satisfaction.

Presperse details how the addition of boosting powders to a zinc oxide-based sunscreen system can help achieve a desired SPF with less UV filter, thereby decreasing opacity on the skin and creating a more desirable formulation for the consumer

Lignopure has developed a patented particle technology to process lignin, making it suitable for cosmetic applications and maximizing its functionality. Here, the German firm explains how its non-nano lignin powder ingredient can be used as a proven SPF booster in sunscreen formulations

Despite their scientific promise of regenerative capacity, the term ‘exosomes’ is frequently exploited in marketing without adequate scientific backing. Amid growing consumer interest, Exolitus explains why it believes it has emerged as a benchmark for rigour and authenticity, pioneering exosome-based solutions through verifiable research and nature-sourced exosomes

Special Chemicals has developed biotechnological actives derived from microalgae through its advanced closed photobioreactor technology. This system is able to create a highly controlled environment for microalgae cultivation, ensuring consistent quality and purity of extracts while minimizing ecological harm

Lake Personal Care explains why Generation Alpha and the later cohorts of Generation Z are reshaping the personal care industry. To address the needs of teenage skin, the personal care industry must adopt a forward-thinking approach. Reformulating the future of skin care involves using gentle, efficacious, and sustainable ingredients

The market for vegan products continues to grow, especially in the cosmetics, beauty and personal care industries. But did you know that there are often ‘hidden’ ingredients and processes that prevent your product from stating its vegan claim? Read on to find out how the Vegan Trademark can help!

Editor Tim Probert travels to Berlin, Germany to visit CLR, one of the world’s most respected companies in the personal care industry, to find out more about this proudly independent and science-first maker of cosmetic actives

in-cosmetics Global event director Roziani Zulkifli details what visitors to Amsterdam can expect from this year’s edition of the world’s biggest personal care ingredient trade show.

Ahead of the inaugural Testing & Regulation Forum at in-cosmetics Global on 10 April in Amsterdam, editor Tim Probert caught up with four participants - Anne Charpentier, CEO of Skinobs; Mike Sohn, general manager of REACH24H Korea; Irene Cotogni, cosmetic product specialist at Neotron; and Elisa Esteve, product safety & regulatory affairs manager at Cosmeservice – to explore the key trends

Skin ageing is a complex process influenced by intrinsic and extrinsic factors, where inflamm’ageing plays a key role. This chronic inflammation, exacerbated by UV exposure, pollution, and oxidative stress, progressively deteriorates the skin by reducing collagen production and diminishing its radiance and suppleness.

Consumers, especially Generation Z, are looking for transparent, open brands who are truthful to the very core. These sustainable, green, traceable, upcycled and respectful to the environment brands are thriving. Clare Goodwin of Infinity Ingredients explores the best of what Mother Nature has to offer for suitably sustainable cosmetics

Bioingre Bioingredients Research and Esperis have joined forces to develop an active ingredient that blends modern advanced technology with the ancient wisdom of indigenous Mexican plants, thereby honouring centuries-old traditions while promoting innovation in modern skin and hair care

Today’s consumers seek natural ingredients that are gentle, yet just as luxurious on the skin as synthetic alternatives. In recognition of these demands, Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant has spent the last five years developing a solution that both simplifies the formulator’s task and meets these multifaceted expectations. The result is a groundbreaking, surfactant-free emulsifier with dual activity

Italian cosmetic actives maker Kalichem documents the benefits of its biomimetic hydroxyapatite ingredient, Deohap Dry (main active and excipients INCI: Calcium/ Magnesium/Zinc Hydroxyapatite, clay minerals, zinc PCA), as a solution for sweat and odour control, offering good performance and versatility across various cosmetic applications

One side-effect of rapid weight loss drugs like Ozempic from a cosmetic standpoint is visually apparent ‘ageing’ of the face. This arises in the form of crepey or saggy skin and wrinkles. In fact, it has become so ubiquitous that it is termed ‘Ozempic face’. Mehran Ghadim of Grant Industries looks at how Ozempic changes skin, and what can be done about it – from the inside

With more than 30 years of expertise, SILAB is a major player in the development of natural tensors of plant origin (or phytotensors). The force of its innovation is based on its unique capacity to combine for each generation of phytotensors, a new technology and scientifically proven performance in terms of efficacy, sensoriality, formulability and long-lasting effects (figure 1).

Cobiosa and Rubisco Biotechnology describe the promising development of a stem cell extract from the leaf of Aristotelia chilensis, also known as maqui or Chilean wineberry. This active ingredient has been shown to be an antioxidant, a good promoter of type I collagen synthesis, reduce melanin synthesis and prevent reactions that trigger MMP-1

Liquorice is substantiated for cosmetic use for a range of skin care needs, as an anti-inflammatory product with benefits for skin sensitivity, hyperpigmentation and concerns such as eczema and acne. Chinese ingredient maker BGG reviews the scientific evidence for the benefits of liquorice extracts from a skin care perspective, with a focus on the bioactive compounds glycyrrhizin, glabridin and licochalcone