FEATURE ARTICLES

AB Specialty Silicones set out to manufacture a cosmetic ingredient that is high-performing, multi-functional, compliant with EU regulations and easy to formulate with. Can one ingredient ‘have it all’?

Industry guru Tony O’Lenick shows how formulators can employ minimally disruptive formulation and functional formulation techniques to switch rapidly between all-natural products and those containing synthetics

Tomorrow’s sun care formulations will be all about more function from fewer ingredients, with a strong focus on naturals, Cornelius believes

Penreco conducted a study to test mineral sunscreen sticks formulated with its Versastique solid emollient bases against a market-leading alternative. The results are shared here

Croda has found that a combination of organic and inorganic can work best when it comes to protecting the skin from the effects of the Sun

To increase the sustainability of naturals, the personal care industry should invest in ingredients created using new farming techniques and agricultural methods, says Lake Chemical

At Alban Muller, biodiversity preservation is a business driver, an integral part of product design and a criterion in ingredient supplier selection

Misunderstandings and misconceptions abound over what ‘natural’ really means in fragrances. We spoke with four experts from Iberchem to clarify matters

Expert analysis from Dr Cuross Bakhtiari of Harley Street Cosmetic of how vitamin A metabolites are used for the treatment of various skin conditions

Dow’s silicone elastomer blend ingredient helps to formulate products with superior feel and high levels of natural content.

As Sagentia illustrate, the skin microbiome offers rich opportunity for innovative players to deliver exciting product strategies.

Skinobs offer advice on how to evaluate cosmetic activity on the microbiome and also collate a range of expert industry views on the topic.

Ashland present Ethylhexylglycerin and show how its multifunctional qualities enable it to boost antimicrobial performance while protecting the microbiome.

This article from TRI Princeton presents an overview of the skin microbiome and also the influence of cosmetic ingredients and the claims that can be made based on their activity.

Provital’s microalgae-extracted active aims to promote positivity and reshape body care from multiple perspectives.

Cobiosa’s marine-derived ingredients take advantage of the valuable chemical properties while being committed to preserving the delicate ecosystems.

To aid consumers seeking minimal ingredients lists, SNF has developed a range of cationic rheology modifiers that are multifunctional, vegan, and sustainable.

The pandemic has focused attention on anti- viral and anti-bacterial claims within the personal care industry, perhaps making the world a safer place long into the future.

Creating the right experience is so important for any new product, and men’s products are no exception. This article from Dynamic Blending analyses the psychology behind men’s products.

Kao offer some innovative formulation ideas for modern personal care products for men.