FEATURE ARTICLES

Sustainable trio of sensory SPF booster solutions

Natura-Tec describes three sun care ingredients that reduce the use of synthetic UV filters through natural SPF boosters that pave the way for a new generation of high-performance and natural solutions

Sun care: the power of Vigna radiata

Innovacos presents a water-soluble sun care ingredient obtained through an innovative cold-process vacuolar extraction from plant stem cells. This method enables the isolation of bioactive components without the use of solvents or enzymes, preserving their full biological potential

Defying photodamage with white cocoa peptides

The prevention of skin photodamage induced by solar radiation is a major expectation in the sun care and day care categories, leading to a rising demand for products that provide more than just UV protection. Ashland describes an active derived from white cocoa to defy photodamage

Cold-process conditioner: the future of hair care

SNF presents what it claims to be a groundbreaking approach to hair care formulation that aligns seamlessly with the industry’s evolving focus on sustainability without compromising on performance

Spotless standards: mastering contamination

Ecolab Life Sciences explains how personal care and cosmetic products can be produced in an environment free from contamination - essential to the health and safety of the consumer.

Navigating the future of ageing care

The skin care industry is redefining ageing care, moving beyond wrinkle reduction to a holistic focus on long-term skin health. Science-driven innovations, AI-powered personalisation and sustainability, says Oat Cosmetics, are transforming the landscape, shifting the emphasis from correction to prevention

Making anti-ageing more consumer-relevant

CLR describes a cosmetic active ingredient for maintaining and regaining skin’s youthful and attractive appearance by harnessing the extreme natural adaptivity of Galdieria, or red algae

How to control the emulsification process

Achieving stable, high-performing clean-label emulsions remains a complex challenge, it is one the industry can meet through careful process control. While ingredients play a significant role in regular cosmetics formulations, as VMI explains, the process itself is equally crucial

Automated techniques for sample production

British technology and innovation social enterprise CPI (Centre for Process Innovation) describes a project that proves automated techniques can produce similar results for cosmetic sampling production to those produced via classical benchtop techniques

Longevity: contemporary vision of anti-ageing

Silab proposes a strategic selection of its active ingredients, demonstrating its expertise concerning the biological mechanisms involved in chronological ageing and assists brands in the development of their cutting-edge skin care products.

AI: cracking the code of youth

By identifying bioactive molecules in agricultural byproducts, argues Tel Aviv-based software developer MeNow, artificial intelligence is pushing the cosmetics industry towards circular economy principles, minimizing waste and maximizing resource efficiency

The science behind gut health and clear skin

Novel topical formulations respectful of the skin microbiome paired with supplements targeting the gut microbiome could be skin care’s future, explain Dejour Waite and Giorgio Dell’Acqua of the New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists

Fit for the future

Ahead of the New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists (NYSCC) Suppliers’ Day trade show in New York City on 3-4 June, editor Tim Probert caught up with John Carola, co-founder of US-based personal care ingredients distributor Katonah Chemical and the current chair of the NYSCC

COVER STORY: PhytoSolve® : Amplifying encapsulated cosmetic actives

​The performance of lipophilic cosmetic actives can be significantly enhanced by suitable carrier systems. Such carrier systems deliver the actives into deeper skin layers, where they are most effective. In addition, carriers should provide increased solubility and easy processing into cosmetic formulations.

Special isomer of the vitamin E family

Kensing argues RRR-α-tocopherol is the ‘vitamin E superstar’, which needs to regain its credentials and take its place on the vitamin podium alongside vitamins A and C. Topical application of RRR-α-tocopherol, it explains, can protect the skin from oxidative stress induced by radiotherapy and by exposome leading to oxy-ageing and premature skin ageing

Interkingdom harmony forever-blooming female skin

Provital describes a new active ingredient that is the result of the isolation of Bacillus velezensis bacteria from the leaves of an agroecologically grown hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis). This novel, 100%-traceable ecosystem ingredient harnesses the metabolic intelligence of the plant-bacteria symbiosis, transferring nature’s balance and regenerative power directly to the skin

Extracellular matrix and its role in skin health

Avant Proteins presents a biopeptide complex that instructs skin cells to synthesize more extracellular matrix, the skin’s structural foundation. It is produced at an ISO22716- certified facility using a novel, sustainable process with full traceability. The ingredient is proven to renew, protect and maintain youthful skin. It is water-soluble and suitable for use as an advanced multifunctional active ingredient within anti-ageing formulations

Palm oil-free alternatives for cosmetics

The cosmetics industry is undergoing a transformation, driven by a growing awareness of sustainability and ethical sourcing of ingredients. Cosphatec explains the various options that provide an alternative to palm oil-derived raw materials in cosmetics for those who want to turn away from palm oil

Anti-ageing magnesium mineral complex

Ireland’s Oriel Marine Research & Development et al present a unique, ionic form of deep sea magnesium-rich marine mineral complex, sourced and extracted from a European Union-protected deep sea source using a proprietary and patented technology

Upcycled moringa seeds for skin protection

Lipoid Kosmetik presents a moringa seed extract, which is the basis of a cosmetic ingredient that soothes, repairs, and protects challenged skin. It bridges traditional African knowledge with modern cosmetic science, supports the sustainable use of natural resources, and is ethically sourced - making it a responsible choice for skin care

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