BASF will present a novel method for visualizing skin models, innovations in AI-selected ingredients, and digital tools that support sustainability at next week’s International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) Congress in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil.
These are among the podium and poster presentations the German chemicals giant will give at the 34th IFSCC Congress, organized by the Brazilian Association of Cosmetology, that takes place on 14-17 October.
On the podium, ‘Deep dive in skin structures thanks to high-resolution clearing histological method’, presented by Oussama El Baraka, Ph.D., and Global Responsible for Organoids & Hair models, BASF showcases a new imaging methodology that addresses challenges such as the natural opacity of skin tissue and limitations of microscopic analysis.
The optical clearing method increases depth and resolution, allowing for the evaluation of the entire tissue for dermo cosmetic research.
The poster ‘Artificial Intelligence to help improve sensitive scalp of people with textured hair’ discusses how AI generates solutions for textured hair, such as new natural anti-inflammatory peptides that help naturally soothe and hydrate the scalp.
Also focusing on hair, the poster ‘Hair performance of lipid layer enhancer through bio-based mixture in rinse-off cosmetic formulations’ evaluates the efficacy of Lamesoft PO 65, a derived natural mixture that restores hair health.
Elsewhere, the poster ‘Uncovering sustainable personal care ingredient combinations using scientific modeling’ will provide details on the Surfactant Navigator and Emollient Maestro tools, which drive sustainable and innovative transformation in the sector.
The poster ‘A sustainable and high-performance emollient alternative to petrolatum in cosmetic formulations’ assesses the ingredient Cetiol SoftFeel, a molecule derived from 100% renewable ingredients that proves effective in replacing controversial emollients.
The poster ‘How Digital tools can support in reaching traceability goal? Example of argan supply’ presents the results of using a digital tool designed by BASF to monitor and transparently track the supply of argan oil from Morocco, including ensuring fair compensation for producers.
Building on the positive experience of this project, BASF has established a new supply chain for another plant, rambutan, supporting rural producers in Vietnam with the aim of creating a positive social impact.
The results are detailed in the poster ‘Sustainable access to rambutan and benefit-sharing in Vietnam’, which will present three new ingredients obtained from parts of the rambutan that would have otherwise been discarded.
The case study ‘Embracing Life Cycle Thinking: A Case Study of Sustainable Practices at BASF Jacarei's Production’ details sustainable practices at the BASF factory in Jacareí, São Paulo, from raw material selection to initiatives for reducing carbon footprint.
Lastly, a partnership project between Kenvue and BASF, presented by Andressa Peyrot, Senior Product Development Scientist at Kenvue and entitled ‘Sunscreen formulation to optimize efficacy, efficiency, and environmental health using EcoSun Pass technology’, will be showcased.
EcoSun Pass is a scientific tool from BASF that supports the choice of ingredients in sunscreen formulation. Through a transparent and holistic methodology, the tool evaluates various parameters such as aquatic toxicity, bioaccumulation, biodegradability, among others, ensuring the product receives a seal that guarantees its safety for corals.
