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New test reveals brightening

Actizyme advanced botanical ingredient from Lipotec is a fungi-derived protease that mimics the activity of endogenous cathepsin D to improve cell renewal specifically in the skin surface, without irritation and barrier damage.

Natural antioxidant from chestnut

Robertet Health & Beauty has drawn inspiration from nature to create Casta’Néa, a chestnut pericarp extract containing powerful polyphenols. Its powerful antioxidant action has been evaluated by the European Institute of Antioxidants and awarded their highest label: the Gold PAOT.

Science for beauty and lifestyle

Hosted by the German Society of Cosmetic Chemists, the 30th IFSCC Congress from 18–21 September, 2018 in Munich, Germany is going to be one of the highlights of the cosmetic science world this year. Some 1500 delegates from all over the world are expected to visit the event.

Inspired by clock genes

Ashland pioneered one of the first biofunctional ingredients in the cosmetics industry to be inspired by clock genes. Now Ashland is re-introducing the novel solution Chronogen YST to provide a cosmetic solution to the deleterious effect of social jetlag on the skin.

Strategic partnership on biopolymers

Seppic and Ecovia Renewables have entered into a partnership to develop and market high performing, biobased and biodegradable polymers.

Sustainability award for active

Sederma was awarded with the PCHi Fountain Award for Green/Sustainable Active Ingredient for Apiscalp, its ecodesigned product dedicated to scalp purity and comfort.

A proactive comprehensive solution to optimise your project development

Coptis Lab is the industry’s software designed specifically for cosmetics product formulations, regulatory and now safety.

Breaking the vicious cycle of stress-induced skin-ageing

Modern stress has many different causes, from environmental, to personal, to lifestyle. And in our busy, “hyper-connected” and “always-on” world, stress has become an ongoing challenge for many people, no matter their age, location or background.

Emulsifier repairs and maintains barrier function

Jeen International have been promoting an emulsifier with additional skin care benefits at in-cosmetics Global in Amsterdam.

Debut for sustainable, nature-derived beauty system

In response to growing consumer demand for more natural, ethical products, Cargill Beauty have introduced their newest beauty formulations featuring nature-derived ingredients at this year’s in-cosmetics global.

Award winners announced

in-cosmetics Global unveiled the winners of its Innovation Zone Best Ingredient Awards 2018 – a celebration of the most cutting-edge personal care ingredients that have been launched in the past six months.

Functional pre-biotics launched at show

Gova has launched two new functional pre-biotic ingredients at in-cosmetics Global.

New concept unifies fine fragrance and cosmetics

Givaudan Active Beauty presented a new product concept at the Hermitage Amsterdam during in-cosmetics Global.

Resilient skin from new moss-based active

Mibelle presented their new active ingredient, MossCellTec No. 1, at a special evening at the Nemo Science Museum in Amsterdam.

Registration opened

The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) has announced that registration is open for the 72nd Annual Scientific Meeting & Technology Showcase.

in-cosmetics Global awards shortlist revealed

The eagerly anticipated in-cosmetics Global Innovation Zone Best Ingredient Awards return next week. Celebrating the most cutting-edge ingredient launches from around the world, Gold, Silver or Bronze prizes will be handed out to suppliers that have helped cosmetic manufacturers push the boundaries of innovation over the last six months.

New company launched with natural focus

Conrad and Jonathan Plimpton, both managing directors of Plimpton and Company in Tucson, Arizona, and Jay Ewald, founding partner in both Southern Cone Farmland and FAF Development, announced the formation of Sustainable Botanicals International, Inc., a new company designed to deliver select natural ingredients for use in personal care, cosmetic, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical industries.

Ester offers 'second skin' protection and comfort

Stearinerie Dubois has launched Dub Estoline at the show. A new ingredient offering 'second skin' protection and increased comfort.

Antimicrobial broadens preservation possibilities

Hebeatol CG from Chemyunion is a new functional ingredient acting as a broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent, providing formulators with greater chances of diversification in terms of product preservation.

Innovation from the deep

Ashland has introduced SeaStem biofunctional technology to help skin self-renew and protect against the negative effects of environmental pollutants.

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