Article In the ever-evolving cosmetic landscape, one ingredient has steadily gained prominence for its nourishing benefits and naturalness: shea butter. However, ethical sourcing of shea remains a challenge as millions of African women and their families...

Article Structured triacylglycerols (TAGs) that are organic-certified present a broad range of new applications for the development and formulation of natural cosmetics. Nutriswiss AG, a Swiss company that specialises in the sourcing and processing of...

News Azelaic Acid, a dicarboxylic acid, thanks to its antibacterial, antioxidant, keratolytic and comedolytic activity, is gaining more and more popularity every day in the skincare sector. Azelaic acid is a naturally occurring C9 dicarboxylic acid...

Article With the growing awareness of the importance of sun protection, the requirements for sun care products are growing as well. Sophie Rübel, Technical Marketing Lead at Croda GmbH, is on the trail of stable sun care emulsions with mineral UV filters.

Article Aging, or rather anti-aging, has been a star category in the beauty industry for decades. But a societal move towards self-acceptance is on the rise. Beautystreams, the global beauty industry reference, shares insights into the impact of longevity on...

Article Research on skin and scalp flora in relation to diseases such as atopic dermatitis, dandruff, and alopecia areata is increasing. Tribeauté has developed an extract of Blue Rose flowers as a cosmetic ingredient to prevent such diseases and support...

Article Terms such as ‘sustainable’, ‘natural’ and ‘green washing’ are brandished about all too often 
these days; yet consumers want cosmetic products from companies who show they care about the ­environment, the community, and even align with their...

Article The visible impact of reduced hair density, in the form of thinning or loss of hair, is a significant consumer concern in the world of hair and scalp care and can be particularly distressing 
for affected individuals. A mix of different vitamins...

Article Growing old without looking old: To date, the eternally sparkling fountain of youth has been no more than a beautiful dream. But in this respect, we can do more than we may think. Studies prove that by living a healthy lifestyle, it is possible for...

Article Cosmetics manufacturers have to meet 
a whole catalogue of sustainability criteria to meet consumers’ expectations. 
A recharcheable pencil could be a new ­interpretation of sustainability.  Christian ­Eisen of Faber-Castell Cosmetics assesses the...

Article Cosmetic ingredients with moisturising properties are a key requirement in any skin care formulation. Formulators are continuously on the lookout for materials that are stable, easy to formulate while being efficacious. One such moisturising...

Article Cold process emulsions are possible with a ­selection of suitable ingredients. Prof Andrea ­Wanninger and her co-authors monitor ­emulsifiers, rheology modifiers and multi­functional blends. This second part of two focuses on O/W emulsifiers,...

Sponsored Post  “Timeless beauty” is one chapter in SILAB’s commitment to address cell senescence, through the selection of natural, high performance active ingredients. We now have the power to unravel skin aging mechanisms, and brands offer groundbreaking...

Article Cold process emulsions are possible with a ­selection of suitable ingredients. Prof Andrea ­Wanninger and her co-authors monitor ­emulsifiers, rheology modifiers and multi­functional blends. This first part of two focuses on O/W emulsifiers and their...

Article The universe of textured hair is very specific. The curvature of the strands and the health of the scalp must guide the tests, product development, and customer satisfaction. Symrise aims to leverage expertise on the topic.

Article Bacteria and fungi are not just found in the gut but on the skin as well. They positively impact the wellbeing just as the state of the skin. With a few easy tips incooperated in the daily routine, one can support the skin health and unleash the...

Article Cannabidiol (CBD) has become increasingly important in the cosmetics industry in recent years. The natural ingredient can offer a range of benefits for skin and hair care and is being used in more and more products. This article looks at the benefits...

Article Sustainability is a topic that occupies our society and to whichever greater importance is being attached. Consumers also want plant-based and biobased ingredients in cosmetics. But what does biobased actually mean? In the article, you will learn...

Article The term exposome establishes a connection between external environmental influences and one’s own well-being. It refers to the totality of environmental influences and the associated biological reactions and interactions to which we humans are...

Article Skin ageing can be promoted by many factors. Some require fast and long-lasting countermeasures in order to effectively protect the skin from the visible signs of premature ageing. Enzymes offer the ideal preconditions for this.

Article Sustainability is the catchphrase par excellence when you ask about current trends and demands regarding cosmetic products. Consumers themselves can change a lot with their behaviour – for example when showering. With an improved formulation, brands...

Article Few trends have remained a constant in the way ‘clean beauty’ has, with consumers continuing to opt for products that feature natural ingredients. Similarly, the category of clinically proven skincare products has emerged as a big parallel trend....

Article Sunscreens add a significant value to society in protecting skin and human health. Nevertheless, recent concerns refer to the effect some UV-filters may have on human and/or environment safety. Specifically, this affects octocrylene (OCR) and...

Article For the sun protection factor in the finished product to work reliably, a dependable formulation is essential. But not all active ingredients are photostable. Dr Shaher Duchi and Dr Danny Goldstein show how microencapsulation technology improves the...