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Joint research project to benefit lavender farming

Symrise is launching a joint research project with CRIEPPAM on lavender farming aimed at crop resilience, improved biodiversity and additional income for farmers starting in June 2020.

ECHA adds butylparaben to list of hazardous chemicals

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has increased its list of hazardous chemcials and included butylparaben, a substance that is used in cosmetics personal care products.

Trojan Q10 by Infinitec

Infinitec's FREE WEBINAR hosted by Personal Care, Thursday 25 June, 2pm (UK time)

CSR Programme to protect Catalonian olive trees

Vytrus Biotech and IRTA, the Institute of Agri-food Research and Technology of the government of Catalonia, announced they aim to research and preserve the different traditional varieties of olive tree in Catalonia through joint initiatives.

Hair complex tames frizz and offers protection

Weather changes, air pollution and hair styling routines can be harsh for the hair. Consumers are looking for more natural hair care products that will restore and rehabilitate their hair without compromising on quality and safety.

Nordic natural market shows healthy growth

The Nordic market for natural personal care products is projected to show healthy growth this year. Consumer demand has remained buoyant during the coronavirus pandemic, according to new research by Ecovia Intelligence.

Manufacturer moves closer to 100% deforestation-free palm oil

PZ Cussons has announced progress against all five strategic objectives in its 2020 Palm Oil Action Plan. The Plan is the company’s roadmap towards sourcing 100% of its palm oil from producers independently verified as compliant.

Multifunctional range combines cosmetic and antimicrobial activity

Focusing their efforts on natural product chemistry, Active Micro Technologies has combined cosmetic functionality with antimicrobial activity to develop a product range of multifunctional ingredients.

Award for film-former in 'Green and Sustainable' category

Ashland Antaron ECo ethylcellulose won the Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) Fountain Award in the “Green and Sustainable” category, an important award in Asia. The award was presented virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Second prize for hair loss prevention ingredient

The new hair growth raw ingredient 'Burgeon-Up' from Ichimaru Pharcos won the second prize at the BSB Innovation Award 2020 in the "scalp, hair, moisture, tan" Natural Products / Raw materials category on 1 April 2020.

New Chairman of Supervisory Board elected

At its ordinary meeting following a virtual Annual General Meeting, the Supervisory Board of Symrise AG elected Michael König as its new Chairman.

Active face care: A high-tech yet natural routine

We take care of our faces on a daily basis, because it is the part of our body most exposed to the external environment, and to scrutiny from other people! To protect, repair, and make it more beautiful.

Strong upswing in oil blends and infusions

Kerfoot Group has commented on a significant market shift towards oil blends in cosmetic and personal care formulations.

EPA award for natural butylene glycol

Genomatica celebrated winning the prestigious 2020 Green Chemistry Challenge Award given by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its Brontide natural butylene glycol.

Views of digital Little Book approach 10,000

Although it was only launched in April, the digital version of Personal Care's Little Book of Natural Ingredients volume 2 has already clocked up almost 10,000 views.

Chief scientific officer wins 'Outstanding Individual' award

JLand Biotech's chief scientific officer Dr Zhao Jianfeng won the prestigious “Outstanding Individual” awards at PCHI (Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients) Fountain Awards ceremony 2020.

New head of Care Solutions

Effective 1 July, 2020 Yann d’Hervé will take over as Head of Evonik’s Care Solutions Business Line, part of the Nutrition & Care division.

A new specialty raw materials supplier is launched

A new raw materials supplier - Evident Ingredients GmbH - started operations on 1 June.

Sustainable Cosmetics Summit goes online

The 11th North American edition of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit will be hosted as a virtual event. Because of the uncertainty created by the coronavirus crisis, the executive summit will take place on an online platform from 28-30 September.

PCHi moved to March 2021

The organisers of PCHi have decided to reschedule the event to 24-26 March 2021, and it will be held at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibitor Center.

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