RECENT NEWS
Virtual booth for product discovery
Dow has launched an immersive 3D booth experience to offer an exclusive look at the first of many new high-performing, sustainable personal care solutions. While practicing social distancing during COVID-19, customers can connect with Dow from the comfort of their office, home or wherever they are to learn about Dow’s latest solutions in hair, sun and skin care.- News
New recruit for distributor
Natalie Hutchinson last month joined Surfachem, part of the 2M Group. Natalie will be responsible for managing Givaudan Fragrance, a key business area for the UK, and brings a wealth of experience, having previously worked for PZ Cussons, Walgreens Boots Alliance and most recently, Symrise.- News
Thickening agent production maximised in fight against virus
Lubrizol Advanced Materials has announced that it has increased production of its patented Carbopol polymers, a thickening agent found in most hand sanitising gels and cleansing applications, to assist with the global fight against COVID-19.- News
Acquisition agreed for Chinese distributor
Azelis has announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire 100% shares of CosBond, a Chinese specialty chemicals and food ingredients distributor (pictured at the signing ceremony -12 December 2019 - before distancing measures were required). Headquartered in Hong Kong, the company has offices and warehouses in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Beijing.- News
Applications lab focused on helping to fight pandemic
Barentz has refocused their personal care applications lab to test all the potential hydro-alcoholic thickeners on offer, from traditional carbomers to more modern hydroxycelluloses.- News
New active to clear age-promoting cells
Fibroblasts in the dermis are responsible for the production of collagen to form the connective tissue. When these fibroblasts either age or encounter too many harmful oxidative stresses, such as UV light and pollution, they become senescent. Senescent cells are also called 'zombie cells' because they no longer divide, but they are also far from being dead.- News
The journey to less plastic
In 2020, Innospec are promoting a journey to less plastic, with the desire to educate formulators on how to using solid surfactants and concentrated products, to develop effective, solid formulations that satisfy consumer needs.- News
Contributing to the fight against the pandemic
Elé Corporation, manufacturer of critical ingredients used in sanitising products in a multitude of industries, including personal care and HI&I, is contributing to the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.- News
Why texture and sensory analysis are essential
Texture is key. Responsible for triggering different sensations and reactions, texture is truly the charm card, the major contributor to consumer seduction. The initial impression of the texture is what influences consumers’ choice of personal care products. The long-term appreciation upon use is what makes the consumer faithful to a cosmetic product.- News
Natural beauty enhancer complex unveiled
Hallstar Beauty’s newest active natural, Biome Oléoactif (INCI: Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil (and) Avena Sativa Kernel Oil (and) Bacillus Ferment)), is the first ingredient obtained by capturing rare lipids from a wild extremophilic microorganism, then offering them to the skin and its microbiota.- News
Suppliers supporting essential sanitiser manufacturing
Fragranced products are used to clean and disinfect homes, hospitals, food processing plants, and a myriad of industrial and commercial settings every day. Production is especially critical now to meet the sudden increased consumer and retail demand.- News
Virtual exhibition for launch of new complex
Due to the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19), many exhibitions and conferences have been either cancelled or postponed in recent weeks. Among these were in-cosmetics Global in Barcelona, where CLR planned to launch its latest development, CutiBiome CLR. To overcome this challenge, CLR has revealed that it will be launching a virtual exhibition.- News
Free mini botanical formulation course available online
Formula Botanica, an online trainer in organic cosmetic formulation, is lending support to the indie beauty community during the pandemic by offering a free, open-access mini formulation course.- News
A next-generation preservation booster
Clariant has expanded the Personal Care industry’s increasingly-limited preservation options for both traditional and natural formulations with the launch of next generation preservation booster Velsan Flex.- News
Top award for sustainability leadership
Lipoid Kosmetik has been acknowledged with the 'Sustainability Leadership Award Small to Medium Enterprise 2020' in the category "Best Performer Heavy Manufacturing" by EcoVadis. During EcoVadis’ annual Sustain Conference in March 2020, EcoVadis honoured outstanding performers for their actions in sustainable procurement and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) across all industries.- News
Unlocking the secret of nighttime skin restoration
Ashland has announced the launch of Nightessence biofunctional – a natural extract from premium true lavender flowers using the patented and proprietary plant small RNA technology. This is the first of its kind biofunctional tailored to optimise skin’s nighttime needs and allow consumers to awaken with skin re-set for the day ahead. It helps restore skin overnight, so it looks rested, renewed and illuminated by morning.- News
Plant-based moisturisation for up to 48 hours
Mibelle Biochemistry have announced the launch of a new moisturiser that hydrates skin for up to 48 hours while at the same time leaving it smoother, firmer and more elastic.- News
April issue out now
The printed version of Personal Care's April issue of the magazine has been posted out to subscribers. For those who get their copy posted to an office that they currently cannot get to, or if you simply want to read it as soon as possible, make sure you download the Personal Care app.- News
Distribution agreement for Vietnam
Azelis has announced its new distribution agreement with Merck in Vietnam. Effective on 1 April 2020, Azelis will distribute Merck Performance Materials’ complete range in Vietnam for personal care, CASE (coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers), food & health, and industrial chemicals.- News
Virtual conference for the personal care industry
in-cosmetics Global has announced details of a new three-day virtual conference that will take place from 31 March – 2 April (the show’s original pre-postponement dates), offering potential visitors a snapshot of what will be covered when the event opens in Barcelona later this year.- News
