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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