RECENT NEWS

Ashland has launched 'dreamy textures', a collection of four nature-derived formulations with novel textures, as research shows that consumers are seeking to lower stress levels with at-home pampering sessions.

AAK has been recognized with a 2020 Sustainable Beauty Award and named a joint winner in the Sustainability Leadership Category.

The coronavirus pandemic has brought attention to hygiene and disinfection. The virucidal activity of L(+)-lactic acid against enveloped viruses, including coronavirus was investigated with the European standard test method EN 14476.

ROELMI HPC has been awarded in the category "Sustainable project" thanks to their EMotion Line at the ceremony for the Responsible Care Award 2020.

Reed Exhibitions has annouced that in-cosmetics Global will now take place in Fira Barcelona, on the 5-7 October 2021, moving from the original April dates due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic that has seen a second surge in Europe.

Mibelle Biochemistry have uveiled their new launch: GlowAGE. The ingredient is based on the extract of the leaves of Ziziphus spina-christi.

The winners of the 2020 Sustainable Beauty Awards have been announced at a virtual awards ceremony. The aim of the Awards is to give recognition to beauty operators who are pushing the boundaries of sustainability.

The Colors & Effects brand has launched Mearlmica FF, a soft, creamy textured performance mineral made from 100% ethically and sustainably sourced natural mica from Hartwell, GA, US.

The International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) has welcomed the Society of Cosmetic Scientists, Nigeria (NICOS) as its 50th Member Society.

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.

Clariant announces a complete range of Cosmenyl 100 next generation aqueous pigment dispersions, featuring a new state-of-the-art preservation system.

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.

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).

Throughout lockdown and quarantine, consumers around the world were confronted with new behaviours and new emotions.

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.

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.

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

Barentz has acquired Singapore-based distributor, Nardev. Nardev has offices and laboratories in all their operating markets: Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia and Singapore.

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).

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.