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Formulations 2020: Sprays, Gels, Foams

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fluences how it is perceived by the end customer, but also how effective it works. We present a selection of formulations that are suitable for sprays, gels and foams.

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Soft and smooth

Article In the current drive for sustainable, ecological and natural ingredients, the demand for corresponding additives such as texturizers is also increasing. Monika Ruiz Golcher gives an insight into her experiences and new developments from the...

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Reflect on the essential

Article There are many letters in cosmetics; a, c, k and j stand for inspiration from Australia, China, Korea and Japan. Based on the Zen movement of Buddhist teaching to concentrate on the simple and pure, a new concept of J-Beauty offers clear formulation...

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Influencing Colour Cosmetic Creations

Article The boundaries between the technology of the digital world and everyday realities have been blurred – especially in colour cosmetics. These influences and inspirations manifest themselves in a colour palette of digitally inspired colours.

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Skin perfecting

Article Looking for a flawless complexion, customers want products with long-term benefits, but also immediate effects. Powders creating a soft focus, playing with reflections or offering matifying effects can make irregularities and optical defects visually...

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Natural and organic

Article Nature offers many ingredients that have been tried and tested over decades and even centuries. With the ongoing organic trend and the increasing demand for natural ingredients, it is interesting that lanolin, one of the most traditional ingredients...

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Make-up brushes: hygienic or not?

Article The cosmetics industry has had to deal with the issues of hygiene, infections and microbial dangers for some time. In the recent past, make-up brushes in particular have come to the fore as potential germ carriers. Givaudan took a closer look at this...

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The versatility of the orange

Article Our newest product KahlWax 6698 Orange is medium hard, natural wax blend with a refreshing citrus scent. It combines the emollient character of orange peel wax with the texture enhancing and stabilizing properties of berry wax, which makes it very...

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Closing an important gap

Article Preservatives, emulsifiers, functional emollients and other additives play a role in skin care products in order to guarantee the effectiveness of the active ingredients and product safety. The newly founded company Evident Ingredients wants to be a...

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Time for change

Article Emulsifiers play a major role in the manufacturing process and texture of cosmetic products. A new w/si emulsifier should pave the way to a so-called “new normal” with fewer ingredients, less energy consumption and shorter production times.

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Nourishing cannabis stem cells

Article Many end customers enjoy skin care and see it as their little daily ritual for greater wellbeing. But what if an ingredient can objectively ensure this? Òscar Expósito reports on the latest research results.

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Well-being with Neurocosmetics?

Article What if a cosmetic product not only had a positive effect on the health and beauty of the skin but also had an impact on the overall condition? Prof Andrea Wanninger explains what role neuroreceptors play and what is actually possible.

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Green Gold

Article Specialist media have touted CBD as the new miracle ingredient for beauty, health and well-being. But is it really? Rosa Porras Mansilla presents the advantages and challenges of using it as a cosmetic active ingredient.

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Consumers want Results – immediately!

Article Face care is a very broad and diverse field within skin care and is closely linked to everyday beauty for end customers. There are now numerous active ingredients on the market, and research is still ongoing.

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Clean Skin care

Article Almonds and their components have long enjoyed the reputation of being beneficial for the body. Not only as a superfood but also in facial care, they prove their versatility. Pure sweet almond oil impresses with several advantages

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Sustainable beauty

Article Active ingredients and additives in cosmetic products do not always have to be obtained in an unsustainable way. Really sustainable economy can be demonstrated, for example, if emulsifiers are obtained from waste products from food production and the...

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New way to plant extracts

Article The plant milking technology is designed to lower the impact on environment, providing thoughtful ingredient solutions. With this technology it is possible to produce sustainable and locally sourced active ingredients from plant root extracts. Their...

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Boosting product security

Article Care products have to meet high standards today. They should be natural but still have a long shelf life. Dr Petra Schaal explains the difficulties with preservatives and possible alternatives.

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Formulations 2020: Sun Care

Article Protecting the skin from UV rays is particularly important in summer when people spend a lot of time outdoors and enjoy the sun. We present a selection of formulations and ingredient suppliers that offer products for face, body and hair.

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Bye bye hypersensitive teeth

Article Many people who suffer are unaware that tooth sensitivity can be managed effectively. Studies show that an ingredient combined with toothpaste can help alleviate the painful symptoms.

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The Burdens of urban lifestyles

Article One issue that concerns consumers is the impact of urban lifestyles on scalp and hair health. Dandruff, oily hair and itchy sensations are among the main problems for which BASF has now developed an active ingredient.

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In balance with sustainability

Article Consumers ask more and more for sustainable products. But that does not only mean using recycled packaging. The production process also plays an important role. A new active ingredient shows how this need can be met in hair care.

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