RECENT NEWS
Biohacking chronic bad sleep
It is of general knowledge that an adequate amount and quality of sleep is key to repair the damage inflicted to the body during the day.- News
New pigment dispersions with innovative preservation system
Clariant announces a complete range of Cosmenyl 100 next generation aqueous pigment dispersions, featuring a new state-of-the-art preservation system.- News
New eco-conscious formulations
Lubrizol Life Science – Beauty (LLS Beauty) has introduced EcoConscious Beauty, a portfolio of nature-based formulations that will allow customers to bring to market products that meet the public demand for cleaner and more responsible personal care.- News
Raspberry multifunctional preservative booster launched
Ashland has launched phyteq raspberry, a preservative booster that acts as a preservative potentiator to protect cosmetics from spoilage. It is available in two variations, Phyteq Raspberry N (natural) and Phyteq Raspberry I (nature identical).- News
Local fragrance solutions during a global crisis
Throughout lockdown and quarantine, consumers around the world were confronted with new behaviours and new emotions.- News
Eco-conscious living: Navigating a safer future
Andrew McDougall, associate director, Beauty & Personal Care, Mintel will lead a session at in-cosmetics Formulation Summit on ‘Eco-conscious living: Navigating a safer future’ on Tuesday 17 November at 09:15.- News
Testing lab wins inaugural award
UK-based testing laboratory XCellR8 has been awarded a first-of-its-kind research grant by animal rights organisation, PETA. The $5,000 award will support the company develop effective methods of testing chemicals without harming animals.- News
More details on Summit roundtables released
The in-cosmetics Formulation Summit will return in a new virtual format from 17-19 November 2020 to offer up-to-date intelligence into the biggest trends influencing the beauty industry- News
Barentz acquires Nardev Chemie
Barentz has acquired Singapore-based distributor, Nardev. Nardev has offices and laboratories in all their operating markets: Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia and Singapore.- News
IFSCC Congress opens its virtual doors
The 31st IFSCC Congress 2020 Yokohama (The Virtual Congress) has opened today. The IFSCC Congress is an international academic congress focused on the latest cosmetic research, hosted by the IFSCC and Japanese Society (SCCJ).- News
Cargill to acquire natural emollient company Floratech
Cargill has entered into an agreement to acquire natural emollient and derivatives business, Floratech. Cargill stated that the acquisition demonstrates their ambition to grow the Beauty business.- News
Finalists announced for Sustainable Beauty Awards
Ecovia Intelligence has announced the finalists of the 2020 Sustainable Beauty Awards. An external judging panel has shortlisted the finalists which are listed in alphabetical order:- News
New research into skin inflammation resolution
In collaboration with Ambiotis, Gattefossé has found a new inflammation resolution in aged skin. Gattefossé has identified Gatuline Skin-Repair AF as its best ingredient to resolve skin inflammation.- News
Internal training centre opens
After two years of construction work, SILAB has unveiled its new building in Brive (France), which includes a centre for internal training.- News
Distribution partnership in Mexico
IMCD and Mibelle Biochemistry jointly announced a new partnership in Mexico. IMCD Mexico has been selected as the exclusive distributor of Mibelle Biochemistry’s anti-ageing, slimming and biotechnological actives.- News
Collaboration delivers ‘Smart Science to Improve Lives’
Croda announced their collaborative partnership with Entekno Materials, bringing new technology to solar protection. Having invested £1.5m in Entekno Materials, Croda have become a minority shareholder and their route to market in personal care.- News
US salon products showing signs of recovery
Professional hair product sales in June were 98% of the June YAG totals, according to the most recent findings from Kline PRO, Kline’s salon retail products and services database.- News
Efficacy on Asian skin type proven
PoreTect, the eco-designed skin texture rejuvenator from Sederma, has demonstrated visible beauty benefits on a Chinese panel.- News
New distribution partner announced
Biosynthetic Technologies announced a distribution partnership with Univar Solutions for Europe, Middle East and Africa.- News
Sepawa moves fully online due to Berlin COVID surge
The 2020 Sepawa Congress, which was planned to go ahead as a hybrid event, will now continue online-only. The news was announced today by the event organisers.- News
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