FEATURE ARTICLES
Novel oil-soluble bioactive for eye area care
Gattefossé has developed an original blend of lipophilic metabolites that offers cosmetic brands a versatile solution capable of addressing various signs of fatigue simultaneously
Stereoisomeric flavonoids from active plant cells
Naolys describes how certain active plant cells are highly reliable as bioactive ingredients to induce the right defensive mechanism against oxidative stress
A perfect duo: bakuchiol and phospholipids
Lipoid Kosmetik demonstrates how a combination of bakuchiol and unsaturated phospholipids offers retinol-like activity with superior performance over bakuchiol formulations without phospholipids
Multi-omic skin protection with an ecosystem active
Provital takes the wraps off Triplobiome, a biotech platform that uses plant endophytes to produce new natural active ingredients. Shiloxome, the first ingredient developed from this platform, brings together age-defying benefits while protecting the skin
In vitro testing - not just for product claims
In vitro methods cannot capture all complexities in the body that occur during in vivo tests. Nevertheless, they are an indispensable part of the evaluation process of product effects on the skin. The various in vitro measurement methods are on the rise and will become increasingly important in the future, as Courage + Khazaka explains
Lysolecithin ingredient to restore sensitive skin
By industrialization of whole-cell enzyme technology, Nikko Chemicals has developed a multi-functionalized lecithin as a product with high naturality and sustainability. This ingredient can do multiple tasks to improve the skin barrier
Replacing synthetics naturally and effectively
Replacement of synthetic ingredients with natural ingredients is not as simple as removal of each material one by one and substituting it, as Alchemy Ingredients explains in depth
Successful scale-up: foolproof your formula
Orean head of process chemistry Sarah Lucas Marsden explains the key principles for a successful scaling up of formulations from lab to shelf.
Formulation advantages of transparent oil thickening
Berg + Schmidt describes a new ingredient for natural and globally approved oil gels, transforming textures and new playful concepts
Preventing skin cancer: new technologies needed?
UK startup Kutanios explains why new sun care ingredients that offer better protection from the effects of UV light, and are non- absorbable, more stable and eco-friendly would be welcome additions to the personal care sector
Going face to face: skincare versus massage
CLR reveals the results of a study that compares the skin benefits of its natural upcycled active ingredient Cherimoya with a placebo plus facial massage.
Taking scientific inspiration, innovation to new heights
NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2024 preview: Taking place on 1-2 May in New York City at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Centre in Manhattan, this year’s NYSCC Suppliers’ Day will be the biggest edition to date in its 45-year history.
INTERVIEW: Putting on a show
Ahead of in-cosmetics Global in Paris this month, editor Tim Probert talks to event director Roziani Zulkifli about what it takes to oversee the world’s leading personal care ingredient trade show
COVER STORY: Innovating for the future, responsibly
For a century Ashland has been adapting, ahead of the curve, with breakthrough innovations that shape markets and enable customers to solve their most complex challenges.
Lotus corniculatus extract to inhibit lipogenesis
Jaka Biotech reveals the findings of a study that indicates the topical use of a Lotus corniculatus seed extract yields clinical benefits in reducing sebum production and enhancing skin pore appearance for individuals with oily skin
Unleashing the power of red grape algae
Taiwan outfit Giga Fine Chemical explains how red grape algae extract can effectively reduce redness, achieved by downregulating skin allergies and inflammatory responses
Nannoplankton bioactive for eye contour repair
MC Actives and Microalgae Solutions present a marine nannoplankton extract for eye contour repair. The bioactive molecules of this marine ingredient improve skin integrity by addressing the problems induced by the natural ageing process
Science of clear skin with high-tech chamomile
Ashland describes a biofunctional ingredient, which contains a high-tech chamomile extract, designed to clarify and smooth skin flaws impacted by environmental and lifestyle stress
Sustainable protection against UV damage
Natura-Tec presents a cranberry seed oil extract ingredient that boosts the concentration of skin antioxidants, when subjected to stress by UVA, UVB or blue light exposure through biomimetic pathway, boosting the skin’s natural protection against environmental aggressions
Making sense of the anti-pollution segment
Shivani Bisht of market consultants ChemBizR runs the rule over anti-pollution products, which have grown significantly in recent years due to increasing public awareness of the harmful effects of various environmental contaminants
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