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New Halal product certification

Grant Industries now offers over 350 products, containing a combined total of over 250 unique INCI ingredients, for personal care, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical markets that have been certified to the international Halal standard HAS 2300.

DSM discovers sparkling new potential in Niacinamide

DSM was the first company ever to bring Niacinamide PC to the world of cosmetics and contribute to revealing its many benefits for skin care. This highly efficient and easy to formulate form of vitamin B3, has been found to play a key role in protecting UV-stressed skin and can also help rebalance skin pigmentation, refine pores and improve skin resilience.

Ingredient interest surges thanks to TV show

Public awareness of Floratech’s new ingredient L22 erupted immediately after Bravo network aired an episode of Real Housewives of Dallas which mentioned L22 and briefly described some of its benefits.

Second Gold Award for active ingredient

Following a Gold award at in-cosmetics Latin America in September, Givaudan Active Beauty won again with its active ingredient Revivyl and secured a second consecutive Gold award for the Best Innovation Ingredient at in-cosmetics Asia in Bangkok.

in-cosmetics Asia’s Innovation Zone: Actifol from Lipotec

Ahead of in-cosmetics Asia, we shine a spotlight on some of the most innovative ingredients and formulas set to be on display at the show’s Innovation Zone.

in-cosmetics Asia’s Innovation Zone: Subligana from SEPPIC Asia

Ahead of in-cosmetics Asia, we shine a spotlight on some of the most innovative ingredients and formulas set to be on display at the show’s Innovation Zone.

Skincare in Asia Pacific: Key trends and opportunities, by Sunny Um, Research Analyst at Euromonitor

Ahead of the in-cosmetics Asia show next week in bangkok, Personal Care spoke with Sunny Um of Euromonitor International to find out more about the latest movements in Asian trends.

Taking total protection into the blue

Is it enough to protect our skin against sunlight only? Not any more: new research shows blue light from our electronic devices can have adverse effects on skin that are similar to sun damage. Blue light is a colour in the visible light spectrum that can be seen by the human eye and is responsible for the blue of the sky. It is adjacent to ultraviolet in the spectrum of sunlight, high energy, and has a wavelength ranging from 400 to 500 nm. In recent years, blue light has come indoors, where it is emitted by electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets and TV screens.

Ingredients shortlisted for Innovation Zone Best Ingredient Awards

Ten of the cosmetic industry’s most exciting new ingredients have been selected as finalists in the in-cosmetics Asia Best Ingredient Awards.

Natural hair and skin repair ingredients

Jeen International announces the development of two new 100% all natural ingredients in their Jeesperse product line, Jeesperse OptiDerm and Jeesperse OptiTress.

Save the date: SCS Formulate 2017

Givaudan Active Beauty welcome attendees to participate in their latest novelty technology presentations, enjoying refreshments and a light lunch.

A global strategy for skin anti-pollution

Pollution is hitting our organisms with a growing impact. While all of us know about the harmful effects of pollution on our lungs, not everyone is aware of the impact that some pollutants can have on our skin.

‘What natural really means in Asia’

Ahead of in-cosmetics Asia in Bangkok, Personal Care magazine spoke to Nicole Fall, Founder, Asian Consumer Intelligence to find out more about her presentation on ‘What natural really means in Asia’.

First-time exhibitors, new speakers and product launches in Bangkok

The 10th edition of in-cosmetics Asia will not disappoint with a host of new speakers, exhibitors and innovative products lined up to educate and inspire R&D professionals when it returns to Bangkok from 31 October – 2 November.

Exclusive partnership for fucoidan cosmetic ingredients

Innospec has announced an exclusive partnership with Australian biotechnology company, Marinova Pty Ltd, for the unique Luminact fucoidan cosmetic ingredients.

Future of colour cosmetics revealed at in-cosmetics Asia

As the millennial generation nears adulthood, attaining financial independence, the colour cosmetics segment is undergoing a major positive shift and millennials are leading the way with their bold and confident approaches to colour choices.

in-cosmetics Asia’s Innovation Zone: Capixyl from Lucas Meyer Cosmetics

Ahead of in-cosmetics Asia, we shine a spotlight on some of the most innovative ingredients and formulas set to be on display at the show’s Innovation Zone.

Givaudan Active Beauty wins Gold with Revivyl

Givaudan Active Beauty has announced that one of its latest innovative active ingredient RevivylTM, the very first holistic skin renewal accelerator, has won the Gold Award for the ‘Best Innovation Ingredient Award’ at in-cosmetics Latin America 2017.

Double award for anti-hair loss ingredient

Silab was doubly honored at in-cosmetics Latin America. Its innovative hair care active ingredient Hairgenyl® won the 1st prize for the ITEHPEC Innovation Award and the Silver for the Innovation Zone Best Active Ingredient Award.

Meet Cargill Beauty: the personal care platform of Cargill – Unleashing Nature Sustainably

With a heritage of more than 150 years in providing nature-derived solutions in Food & Nutrition, Cargill has a unique, fully-integrated position with access to resources to support Personal Care brands addressing their ingredients challenges.

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17th Sun Protection Conference 2025

Royal College of Physicians, London
24 - 25 June 2025

in-cosmetics Korea 2025

COEX, Seoul
2nd - 4th July 2025