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Evonik to cut 2,000 jobs by end-2026 after posting loss
Evonik is to cut up to 2,000 jobs worldwide by the end of 2026 in an effort to make annual cost savings of €400m ($435m).
Hydrosome Labs unwraps bubble technology for improving actives delivery
US startup Hydrosome Labs has taken the wraps off a process to improve the ability of water to deliver active ingredients to cells more efficiently.
Brenntag kicks off 150th anniversary celebrations
German personal care ingredient distributor Brenntag has kicked off celebrations for its 150th anniversary in 2024.
Jean-Yves Parisot to take helm at Symrise
German personal care ingredient maker Symrise has appointed Jean-Yves Parisot to become its new chief executive at the end of March.
SCC collaborates with University of Miami to offer cosmetics courses
The US Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) has taken the wraps off an education collaboration with the University of Miami’s College of Engineering.
SciBase partners with Skinobs on skin barrier research
SciBase, a Swedish developer of augmented intelligence-based solutions for skin disorders, has formed a partnership with France’s Skinobs, which offers a cosmetic testing research platform.
Kline reports rising social media interest in hair gloss
The glow beauty trend in skincare is increasingly extending to hair care, according to personal care market analysts Kline.
Nagase Specialty Materials NA to integrate into Nagase America
Nagase Specialty Materials North America is to integrate into Nagase America effective 1 April.
Evonik invests in Chinese vegan collagen maker Jland Biotech
German personal care giant Evonik has invested in Chinese vegan collagen maker Jland Biotech as part of a partnership to develop new products.
Elementis to open Portugal R&D centre, recruit 100 staff
British personal care ingredient maker Elementis is to open a centre of excellence and R&D laboratory in Portugal, as well as hire 100 staff.
in-cosmetics Global reveals new award categories for 2024
The 2024 edition of the in-cosmetics Global trade show in Paris on 16-18 April will introduce two new award categories: Kenvue Trusted Science award and the Sustainable Stand award.
CTPA launches manifesto ahead of UK general election
UK trade body Cosmetic Toiletry & Perfumery Association (CTPA) has launched its first ever manifesto ahead of this year’s expected general election.
EU publishes guidelines for validating green claims
The European Union (EU) has adopted new rules for companies to comply with a ban on greenwashing of products.
Provessences cuts ribbon on distillation unit in Provence
French essential oil producer Provessences has inaugurated a second distillation and purification facility in Provence.
Registration opens for 2024 NYSCC Suppliers' Day
Registration is open for the 2024 edition of the New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists (NYSCC) Suppliers’ Day trade show in New York City.
Jamie Bentley steps down from Stephenson Personal Care leadership
Stephenson has promoted Robert Carr to managing director after the long-serving Jamie Bentley stood down from the UK-based personal care ingredient maker.
Sustainability Zone expanded for in-cos Global 2024 in Paris
The organiser of the in-cosmetics Global trade show is expanding the Sustainability Zone for the event that takes in Paris in April.
UK arm of The Body Shop files for bankruptcy
The UK arm of The Body Shop has appointed insolvency administrators after years of financial struggles.
Nikkol Group factories in Japan powered by carbon-free electricity
Nikko Chemicals has revealed that carbon emissions from electricity usage at its fellow Nikkol Group factories in Japan have been reduced to zero.
Exsymol partners with DKSH to conquer Canadian market
Monaco actives maker Exsymol has signed an exclusive agreement with DKSH for the marketing and distribution of its products in Canada.
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