RECENT FEATURE ARTICLES

Provital has launched a multifunctional active developed around an internationally recognised ethical initiative in Mexico

Natura-Tec participated at COP-26 to demonstrate a sustainable, responsible and forward-looking collaborative approach within the cosmetics industry

In vitro studies have demonstrated the biological activity of avocado extract with high polyphenol content in a key area of eye care and these have been confirmed by two clinical studies

Lipotec has developed an extract of the ‘resurrection plant’ and transformed it using sub-critical water technology to generate a novel active ingredient

Koster Keunen’s waxes are indicated for use in all cosmetic formulations, and their different properties allow cosmetic formulators to control the outcome of their finished formulas

The use of hydroalcoholic hand sanitisers has turned into a necessary part of our personal care routine and our daily life.

The early days of pandemic saw a huge spike in online discussions about the importance of hygiene. What is the current thinking two years on?

The editor, Dr Andrew Warmington, reports from the in-cosmetics Formulation summit in London last November

Natura-Tec’s commitment to drive the CLEAN BEAUTY philosophy and to offer alternatives to synthetic products responds to this new consumer demand.

Regeneration is the innate capacity of living beings to repair themselves by the beneficial use of their own resources. Preserving this property is a key strategy for ageing well and in good health.

Vertellus looks at an effective antibacterial agent that is applicable in a variety of formulations and has activity against many microorganisms

Incospharm’s Aquatide addresses multiple aspects of skin ageing, including inflamm-ageing, barri-ageing and sensiti-ageing

Akott has developed a water-soluble extract of microalga for cosmetic applications using a sustainable and circular approach

Kobo Products introduces formulations are green and clean, have short lists of ingredients, feel moisturising and lightweight, and are easy to apply and remove

Bulldog and Revieve have launched the first Digital Skincare Advisor specifically for men’s products

Men need dedicated beauty products that are adapted to their specific needs. Seppic shares some case studies

The topical application of high-purity fullerenes has therapeutic effects on various oxidative stress disorders in the skin due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects

BASF Care Creations has combined two naturally occurring anionic polysaccharides to achieve a hydrogel that is similar in structure to carbomer

Currently in the personal care industry there is a huge demand for transforming textures. Brenntag Personal Care introduces some recent formulations based on the tagua nut

Borēaline Aurora extract from the bark of the white pine tree is a new, sustainable and clinically tested active capable of improving skin complexion and luminosity through diverse complementary mechanisms, according to IFF and Lucas Meyer Cosmetics