RECENT 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.
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:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Efficacy on Asian skin type proven
PoreTect, the eco-designed skin texture rejuvenator from Sederma, has demonstrated visible beauty benefits on a Chinese panel.
New distribution partner announced
Biosynthetic Technologies announced a distribution partnership with Univar Solutions for Europe, Middle East and Africa.
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.
[Free Webinar] Green cosmetics development: from plant to product
In this free webinar, explore all parts of the cosmetics development workflow, from ingredient discovery to formulation and quality control.
Going beyond microplastics
Recent studies (Nature Geoscience 2019) demonstrated that microplastic pollution not only affects marine environment but also pristine mountains.
Mineral-based sun stick wins formulation award
Ashland Ganex (Antaron) WP-660 polymer was the hero ingredient in the Ashland mineral-based sun stick SPF 50 formula that won the CEW's Supplier Ingredients & Formulation Award as part of the prestigious CEW Beauty Awards.
Deodorised and bleached Illipe butter now available
Forestwise, supplier of sustainably sourced raw ingredients from Indonesian rainforests, now offers organic- and Fair for Life-certified, refined, bleached, and deodorised (RBD) Illipe butter.
Discover the beauty of natural ingredients
Natura-Tec will be exhibiting at in-cosmetics Virtual and welcoming visitors to discover more about their range of natural ingredients.
Pollution-proof your hair & skin
Professor Edith Filaire, group scientific director, Greentech will lead a session at in-cosmetics Virtual on ‘Pollution-proof your hair & skin’ on Tuesday 6 October at 15:00.
American Clary Sage essential oil for modern aromatherapies
Ashland has announced the launch of a new ingredient, American Clary Sage essential oil which builds on the tradition of healing the skin.
Virtual roadshow announced
While exhibitions are cancelled worldwide due to Corona pandemic, Schill+Seilacher has found a way to keep in touch with customers and partners – virtually.
Distibution agreement for zinc oxides in UK & Ireland
ProTec Ingredia, a leading supplier of active and speciality ingredients to the UK personal care market, has announced that from Monday 5 October, it will become the EverCare distributor for the UK and Ireland.
New approach for skin protection against pollution
Today’s increasing urbanisation goes hand in hand with the growing threat of potentially harmful effects that pollution can have on the skin. Being the first line of defence against particulate pollutants, the skin needs special protection.
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