RECENT NEWS

PhytoCellTec Argan, from Mibelle, is claimed to be the first cosmetic active demonstrating proven efficacy on dermal stem cells. It will not only help to accelerate the skin’s natural repair process, but also uniquely provide a second chance for every type of skin.

Cornelius held its second Cosmetics Technical Seminar on 5 April 2011 in Sobiesky Hotel in Warsaw, Poland.

DSM Nutritional Products launched its new skin-brightening ingredient Regu-Fade at in-cosmetics in Milan.

As shown by the importance of customs, folklore and local food trends, consumers are increasingly paying attention to the origin of the products they buy, wanting to rediscover lost regional heritage and participate in preserving traditions.

Arizona Chemical, a leading biorefiner of pine-based materials, announced it has entered into an agreement with Bronson & Jacobs to distribute the company’s unique line of bio-based specialty polymers to the personal care industry in Australia and New Zealand.

ISP Personal Care announced major new product launches at in-cosmetics 2011 and set the stage for a technology alliance that promises to deliver new product breakthroughs to the personal care industry.

Lipo announced the launch of Liposhield HEV Melanin, a novel, patent-pending ingredient.

Pigment spots are characteristic of aged skin and of photo-exposed skin, both of which have cumulated a high cellular stress level. Recent studies demonstrate the role of two types of intrinsic factor in the formation of dark spots: cellular stress molecules and epidermic neuropeptides.

Royal DSM N.V., the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company has introduced a new company brand: Bright Science. Brighter Living. The new brand is symbolic of the transition to the "new" DSM.

At the In-Cosmetics 2011 trade show, March 29 to 31, 2011, in Milan, Bayer MaterialScience will present its new Baycusan C 1008 polyurethane dispersion for styling hair. The new film-forming polymer enables formulators to manufacture hair sprays with firm and lasting hold. Despite the dispersion’s strong fixing effect, hair styles secured by it retain a natural appearance, because the hair is neither stiff nor sticky.

Eastman Chemical Company introduces its GEM technology, a green manufacturing process that uses the US EPA’s 12 principles of green chemistry. Eastman is using its GEM Technology to launch ingredients in the colour cosmetic and skin care markets during first quarter 2011, with future product extensions into other markets and applications.

The Union for Ethical BioTrade (UEBT) and The International Natural and Organic Cosmetic Association (NATRUE), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to help raise awareness of the importance of naturally sourced cosmetics products and the ethical trade in natural ingredients derived from biodiversity.

Rhodia has announced investment in its cyclopentanone production in France. This decision has important ramifications for the preservation of jobs in the region and strengthens the long-term viability of Rhodia’s Aroma Performance global business unit, a major global player in the production of this key intermediate.

At the end of 2010, the Danish government announced a ban on parabens in cosmetic products for children under the age of three. Hydrolite 6 from Symrise offers an alternative to manufacturers of skin care products for children.

Rising raw material prices and the UK’s slow economic recovery have provided a difficult start to 2011 for the cosmetic industry but in response to this Jarvis, one of the UK’s leading developers of botanical extracts, is launching an initiative to help manufacturers achieve some saving on raw materials.

For more than 18 years, Greentech has been developing and producing active ingredients from plants, algae, micro-algae and biotechnology in the cosmetic and nutraceutical field.

Grant Industries has launched Gransil VX-406, a multifunctional water-soluble silicone wax that delivers a lubricious, silky feel to water-based products such as face toners, serums, gels, wipes, and body washes.

Brenntag has unveiled its new distribution facility in Jakarta, built to meet growing market demand.

DKSH’s Business Unit Performance Materials has appointed two new key people: Taihei Uchiyama has been nominated as the new leader for the Japanese personal care and cosmetics business.

Lipotec has announced the establishment of a subsidiary for the Australian and New Zealand markets, Lipotec Pty. Ltd., in line with the company’s strategy to build direct in-house distribution and in accordance with the growing customer area demands.