RECENT NEWS
NYSCC Presents: a Celebration of Women in Science
The New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists (NYSCC) is celebrating Women’s History Month and Women in Science, with a Live Roundtable Conversation on 31 March.
New testing strategy for cosmetic allergens
Intertek has announced the launch of an advanced analytical testing service to determine allergens in cosmetics which is optimised for greater specificity, efficiency, and accuracy.
New botanicals division launched
French fragrances company, Sozio, has launched a new division dedicated to natural ingredients.
Live guided tours at PCHi 2021
Catch the action 'live' at PCHi 2021 the leading trade event of 2021 for the cosmetics ingredients industry.
Distribution agreements for biotech ingredients
Vytrus Biotech has announced two new distribution agreements to commercialse its ingredient portfolio in India, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Expansion to distribution in US
Colonial Chemical, Inc has announced additional territories in which Barentz (Maroon Group) will serve as its distribution partner.
PCHi to chart new frontiers later this month
The 2021 edition of Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi), China’s leading sourcing platform for the global personal care industry, will be held in Shenzhen from 24-26 March at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center.
VC60 at J-Beauty Ingredients Day
18 March will be J-Beauty Ingredients Day, part 3 of in-cosmetics Asia’s online learning series.
Natural combination to restore hair's youthfulness
In an era where the world revolves around communication, hair plays a key role and among the more desired claims in hair care are density, strength and thickness.
Showcasing timeless beauty
Facial expressions help communicate our emotions and connect us to others. But over time, those smiles and frowns can be recorded on our skin, in the form of mimic wrinkles.
Joint development of 3D model of dermal microtissue
During ageing, human skin undergoes profound alterations of its biomechanical properties, and more particularly a loss of elasticity that results in skin sagging.
AI-powered active for skin rejuvenation
Givaudan Active Beauty presents Chronoglow, an active ingredient crafted by green fractionation and empowered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) able to mimic botanical epigenetic mechanisms for skin care benefits.
Initiative for more sustainable and equitable supply chains
Symrise has joined the international initiative AIM-Progress. The Association des Industries de Marque unites consumer goods manufacturers and their suppliers committed to sustainability and respect for human rights throughout the supply chain.
Celebrating a 30-year anniversary
Mibelle Biochemistry are celebrating 30 years of innovation in the personal care industry in 2021. It all started back in 1991 when Mibelle Biochemistry was founded as a business unit of Mibelle Group in Switzerland, by Dr Fred Zülli.
Non-executive director appointment
Perfectus Biomed have announced the appointment of Dr Lloyd Payne to the role of non-executive director.
Natural elastomer for hair care
For formulators looking to make natural origin hair care claims but not sacrifice performance, Grant Industries offers a line of patent-pending 100% naturally derived Gransense elastomers ideal for a variety of hair care formulations.
Acquisition announcement
Sozio has announced they have acquired French fragrance business, Scentessence.
Biotech production quadrupled for actives company
Silab is commissioning a new production line for unicellular organisms on its single site, within its Biotechnologies Production Unit, opened in 2015, providing a second production line for the large-scale culture of yeast, microalgae and bacteria.
Sustainability objectives highlighted
Jungbunzlauer has announced that as part of their Vision 2030 strategy, a group-wide interdisciplinary sustainability group has been implemented to build knowledge and work cross-functionally.
Platinum status awarded for sustainability
Croda International Plc has been awarded the new Platinum status by EcoVadis.
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Upcoming Events
Cosmetic Ingredients & Technology Exhibition Japan (CITE JAPAN)
Pacifico Yokohama Exhibition Hall / North / Annex Hall
19 May – 21 May 2021
in-cosmetics Korea 2021
Hall C, Coex, Seoul, South Korea
14 - 16 July 2021
The Society of Cosmetic Scientists, Singapore - 11th SCSS Suppliers Day, August 2021
Marriott Singapore, Tang Plaza Hotel. 320 Orchard Road
Thursday 26th & Friday 27th August 2021
in-cosmetics Asia 2021
BITEC Bangkok, Thailand
2 - 4 November 2021
NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2021
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York
10 - 11 November 2021
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