FEATURE ARTICLES

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

Caressense™ biofunctional is a phytofermented extract from fresh and organic jasmine flowers, inspired by research on the connection between skin and emotions and the ‘chemistry of love’.

A purified natural active ingredient, composed of oligosaccharides extracted from the roots of mondo grass is able to restore the homeostasis of atopic skin

Using methods to transfer pigmentation digitally from volunteers’ inner forearms to their faces can help to predict facial pigmentation reactions

A new peptide composition, rich in phenylalanine and histidine amino acids and with a low average molecular weight, can help reinforce hair’s structural integrity and tensile strength

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