FEATURE ARTICLES

The rising focus around eco-conscious formulations, naturally-based ingredients and recycling options has been intensified by the climate change movement and the impact of declining resources. We are seeing a focus on refillables, compostables, reusables, solid formats, upcycled ingredients and better transparency.

The formulator may be able to eliminate a thickening agent from sunscreens by using zinc oxide

Citrefine introduces a new formulation that addresses demand for natural repellents

Consultant Dr Barbara Olioso introduces CarbonWave’s SeaBalance 2000 from sargassum seaweed

Holobiont extracts are a unique natural source of molecules for the production of multifunctional ingredients with biotic effects, say Microalgae Solutions

Research at Oriel Marine has highlighted the beneficial effect of deep-sea minerals on the skin

What are the benefits and challenges related to live probiotic strains and prebiotics in cosmetic products?

Lipoid Kosmetik’s PhytoCollagen represents a functional equivalent to animal-derived collagen

Cobiosa introduces a Jatropha macrantha extract that exerts a global hair protective action

Lou Graydon of Aston Chemicals introduces Lipotec’s three new eyecare actives from natural and synthetic sources

VG Chem Consulting and Enviro-Stratégies highlight the superiority of conventional chemistry compared to synthetic biology in relation to bio-based alkanes

AstaReal explains why natural astaxanthin is a potent antioxidant with many health benefits backed by sound science and well-equipped to meet consumer-led beauty demands

The combinations of classical biometric measurements with more high-tech devices and specific biomarkers can provide a better understanding of the organisation of the skin structure and its functions, says Skinobs

Ingredients based on adaptogenic plants, marine-sourced plants, superfruits and legumes have been given a new level of potency and potential by using Jeen’s Fermbiotic technology

IFF-Lucas Meyer Cosmetics has developed a new botanical with Botox-like efficacy, not for a sweat-proof look but to help reduce sweating in the first place

Berkem showcases the anti-pollution effects of extracts from raspberry leaves and green tea

Kalichem introduces Peptilift, which is based on an innovative biomimetic endorphin included in a functional delivery system

JRS’s new technology means the personal care industry can re-develop a wide range of existing cosmetic formulations into solid forms

Turmeria Zen from turmeric stem cells acts against stress wrinkles and significantly increases the wellbeing and hydration of stressed skin, say Vytrus

Clare Goodwin of Infinity Ingredients looks at some of the key themes around lifestyle cosmetics and explains why they are here to stay