FEATURE ARTICLES
Upcycled patchouli for active scalp care
Givaudan explores its patchouli leaf active that restores sebum production, skin barrier function and hydration in the scalp
Active ingredient for smiling beauty
Roelmi HPC has developed an active ingredient from enzymatic technology that fights low cellular energy levels and recharges the skin’s natural ecosystem to leave it looking younger and more radiant
Dermohacking senescence with a lab-grown active
Provital has developed an Althaea rosea (hollyhock) flower stem cell active with proven ability to selectively eliminate skin cellular senescence
Hydrophilic peptide for preserving beauty
Lubrizol explains how its hydrophilic peptide can prevent the emergence of expression wrinkles that might appear in the future, without negatively affecting facial expressions
Skin pH assessment for sensitive skin claims
Courage + Khazaka looks at how to achieve effective a detailed overview of the exact state of the skin
Biotics as game-changer for healthy skin ageing
BASF explores two new biotic active ingredients derived from the Lactobacillus crispatus bacterium
Natural emulsifier for a sensitive skin shield
Gattefossé has developed a natural O/W emulsifier that shields external aggressions and soothes the most sensitive skin
The significance of sustainable supply chains
Chemical Business Association on why sustainable supply chains are not only good for the planet and people, but also support profitable operations
Why multifunctionals should be on your radar
Oleon extols the benefits of using cosmetics and personal care ingredients that impart different benefits in different formulations
Novel plant growth factor as cosmetic ingredient
Vitamin C60 BioResearch has developed a plant-based active found to increase stratum corneum water content, decrease TEWL and increase skin lightness
Pumpkin seed extract to boost skin energy
Rahn describes the secret of how a Cucurbita pepo (pumpkin seed) extract in its new active can energise keratinocytes in skin
Bitter is better: new way to soothe sensitive skin
Lipoid Kosmetik has combined bitter andrographolide from Andrographis paniculata leaves and sweet glycyrrhetinic acid from Glycyrrhiza glabra roots to reduce inflammatory responses
Marine saccharides: recovering ageing skin
Microalgae Solutions describes the richness and diversity of marine saccharides obtained by a novel patented blue biotechnology
Upcycled active for hair greying prevention
Mibelle Biochemistry explains its anti-hair greying essence that stimulates melanin synthesis and protects melanocytes from stress-induced malfunction
Food-upcycled emulsifiers for clean beauty
In response to the latest trends where sustainability, ethics and cleanliness concepts merge, Kalichem has developed a range of food-upcycled emulsifiers
Radiance unleashed with hectorite tech
Elementis has launched a hectorite skin glow gel offering a proprietary and unique blend of well-known skin care actives with proven benefits
Tackling conspicuous pores from start to finish
CLR explains its new ingredient designed to reduce the visibility of the pores on their face with a milder solution than traditional methods
Suppliers’ Day: reimagining renewal and wellness
A look ahead to the New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists’ Suppliers’ Day, which takes place on 2-3 May in New York City
Interview: Making your own
Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier talks the latest industry trends, her courses and gives tips for prospective formulators
Novel cosmetic ingredient for oral hygiene
Symrise has developed a liquid blend combination of phenylpropanol, o-cymen-5-ol, and decylene glycol is a modern cosmetic hygiene ingredient that provides significant antimicrobial efficacy for oral care products
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