Article For most men today, skincare is as natural as daily washing. While cosmetic care used to be considered unmanly, today there is fortunately a “cosmetic emancipation” of men. Never­theless, some myths still persist. Find out what’s really true about...

Article The Ingredients Zone is a special area dedicated to raw materials, ingredients and fragrances, created to integrate and complete the showcase of the entire cosmetics industry supply chain on-site at Cosmopack Bologna from 21st - 23rd March. Some of...

Article Sun protection is a fundamental aspect of maintaining skin health. Formulators face the challenge of maintaining product efficacy without compromising on sensory qualities and consumer appeal. They must strike the delicate balance between protective...

Article Oils, esters and silicones make up an important part of most cosmetic formulas, being one of the main contributors to how a cosmetic product feels and spreads on the skin. They can also impact the longevity of the feeling on the skin or the hair –...

Article Trends in colour cosmetics and facial care are changing rapidly. While a few years ago make up with high coverage and bolder colour were requested, nourishing and even rejuvenating effects in addition to softer colours are very popular. We present a...

Article To develop natural cosmetic emulsion products, formulators can choose from a broad range of emulsifiers. The existing emulsifiers are well-known to the market, are usually easily available and offer typical textures that consumers and formulators are...

Article For the second time the Ingredient Zone will be at Cosmopack Worldwide Bologna from 21th to 23th March. In 2024 the dedicated display area will grow, giving the segment even more visibility and exposure.

Article Bakuchiol, being a plant-based extract, is seen as a sustainable ­alternative to synthetic retinol. To use its full potential however it needs a delivery system, that allows the active molecule to penetrate in sufficient quantities through the ...

Article You have probably noticed an influx of hemp and cannabidiol ingredients in cosmetic products and marketing. Just why is it so popular, what skin benefits does it have, and how is it regulated? This article acesses the world of CBD and hemp.

Article From skin care to hair care and beyond, polymers play a key role in the formulation of countless cosmetic products. Their versatility in formulation, their ability to modify rheology, improve stability, enhance texture, and provide film-forming...

Article Phospholipids are attractive components in cosmetic products because of their natural origin and multifunctional properties. In the following study the beneficial cosmetic effects 
of a phospholipid-based liposomal formulation of ascorbyl glucoside...

Article For consumers with sensitive skin, the product feel and skin feel play a major role. Yet a lot of natural ingredients don’t provide that. Dr Nora Schiemann and Anne-Sophie Gardes of IMCD focus on ingredient concepts suitable for ‘natural cosmetics’.

Article The continuation of consumer concerns around the use of siloxanes and, more precisely, cyclic siloxanes, in cosmetics has created an environment for new innovations. One possible solution for offering replacement of these unique ingredients are low...

Article Body care plays an important role for customers to feel good in their skin. Active ingredients that have their origins in facial care are used for the body, too, to achieve a significant improvement in skin. After all, body care has long been...

Article Anti-aging by far isn’t limited to the facial skin anymore. More and more lotions and creams for the whole body, meant to stop skin aging, are taking over the cosmetic markets. Also, hair care with rejuvenating properties help to keep the hair smooth...

Article What are the benefits and limits of cold process emulsification? How about suitable process and formulation designs or selection of ingredients? Prof Andrea Wanninger explains what is actually possible and what influence the choices have.

Fighting skin ageing is one of the top priorities of facial treatments. A new active ingredient developed by Roelmi HPC now might be the solution: a microbiota-friendly cell energiser, designed to optimise mitochondrial activation.

Article Today, 2.3 billion people live in water-stressed countries. Reducing water in all fields becomes more necessary each day and there is significant opportunity to reduce water in personal and oral care formulations. Anais Hecker from Omya talks about...

Article Upcycling works best with waste products that inherit very effective qualities. One of those waste products is the Annona Cherimola, more precisely the fruit extract made from it. CLR uses said extract for their skin products and shows how well...

Article Even without a general codex for sustainability, there are standards that shape the ­market for raw materials. Kelly Gilroy, Vice President of Univar Solutions, talks about the importance of sustainable raw materials and what the future raw materials...

Article Her vision was and is to show that green beauty products work and are pleasant to use. Dr Barbara Olioso talks about the importance of formulating according to green standards and how cosmetic products can establish a connection to mother nature in a...