RECENT NEWS
Communications and sustainability appointment
The Iberchem Group, newly part of the Croda Group, has announced the reinforcement of its sustainability programme with the appointment of Guillaume Audy as Director of Corporate Communications and Sustainability.
CSR policy made available on video
Gold certified by Ecovadis since its first assessment in 2017, Exsymol is continuing its sustainability plans by reaching in 2019 the objectives it had set for 2022 in terms of sustainable development policy.
Boost for sustainability transparency in personal care
Genomatica has announced the launch of its sustainability impact calculator.
Unique fusion to tackle acne
Natura-Tec SeaPassion, from French natural ingredient supplier Natura-Tec, is a unique infusion of passion fruit oil with hemp seed oil combined with Pavlova Lutheri microalgae extract.
Clean beauty formulations made easy
As the demand and standards for clean beauty rapidly increase, formulators continue to face new challenges posed by natural ingredients; especially around stability and shelf life.
New website for personal care
SGS has launched an online resource focused on the safety and efficacy testing of cosmetics and personal care products.
Natural anti-ageing skin care active launch
European manufacturer and distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients for the personal care products sector, Cornelius has announced the launch of the latest anti-ageing skin care solution from its principal partner Silab.
Strong hold from natural-derived polymer
Ashland has launched Styleze CSP, a nature-derived styling polymer that delivers strong hold, humidity resistance and high stiffness. Based on cassia seeds, Styleze CSP leaves low to no residue on the hair versus other natural styling polymers.
New ingredient simplifies sun care product formulation
Symrise is simplifying the development and manufacture of sunscreen products with its new ingredient. With its combination of UVA and UVB filters, Neo Heliopan Flat offers broad spectrum protection from ultraviolet radiation.
The power of scent to provide wellbeing
Firmenich Fine Fragrance annual trends presentation Mind, Nose + Matter focuses on the theme of RE|GENERATION, giving customers unique insights into how the power of scent can improve wellbeing globally every day.
High ranking for Sustainability
Symrise ranks among the top ten companies in terms of sustainability in the world according to the current ranking of the non-profit organisation CDP (previously known as the Carbon Disclosure Project).
New video learning platform launched
The personal care market is a challenging environment that is evolving so quickly. How do you stay ahead and meet the needs of the individual consumer? How do you ensure global regulatory compliance and accelerate time to market?
Fair for Life award for argan active
For the fourth time, BASF Beauty Care Solutions has been awarded the “Fair For Life” (FFL) label by Ecocert for its active ingredient Lipofructyl Argan.
Harnessing mycelium technology for protective hair care
COVID-19 has accelerated economic change, including a laser focus on sustainable practices. These progressive times call for sustainable innovations with consumers advocating for ethical and natural alternative technologies.
Formulating in the climate change age
The in-cosmetics Formulation Summit returned last month in a new virtual format.
Effect pigments inspired by the Aurora Lights
Croda has unveiled four effect pigments to its existing Ultra Effect series, as part of the Moonshine Effect Pigment product range.
Key findings from the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit
The European and North American editions of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit were hosted on online platforms this year. The summits brought together over 200 executives from the beauty industry to discuss sustainability issues.
Borage oil ‘one to watch’ in 2021
Kerfoot Group has shared insights into Borage Oil, also known as Starflower Oil. As the ingredient continues to gather momentum in new product formulations, the business has identified Borage Oil as ‘one to watch’ for 2021.
Biodegradable complexing agent introduced
BASF Care Creations has introduced Neutrol MGDA, a highly stable, eco-friendly complexing agent (also called: chelating agent) for personal care applications. It is readily biodegradable and offers an excellent ecological and toxicological profile.
Refreshing care for sensitive skin
Yoghurt, as a probiotic food, is a success story well known to consumers – it is healthy, nutritious and tasty. Lipoid Kosmetik has rediscovered yoghurt’s beneficial properties and associations for sensitive skin.
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