Evonik acquires the French biotech company Alkion Biopharma

Evonik Industries takes over the start-up Alkion Biopharma SAS, headquartered in Evry (France). Alkion specializes in the development of biotechnological active ingredients for the cosmetics industry and was founded as a spin-off of the Imperial College London in 2011. Evonik is purchasing this company to expand the portfolio of the Personal Care Business Line in … Read more

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CosmeticBusiness 2016: New Stimuli for product development

At the upcoming CosmeticBusiness on 8 and 9 June 2016 around 400 suppliers will present their innovative solutions for future product concepts of the cosmetics industry. Whether raw materials, formulae, manufacturing, packaging or presentation – visitors can expect to see all these new products.

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Covestro AG: Inventing superior hair styling for you

Our new polymer Baycusan® C 1010 sets new standards in hair styling: strong hold and unmatched humidity resistance with no stickiness and no flaking. Its flexibility provides long-lasting properties and unmatched style retention in all climates and conditions. Baycusan® C 1010 also displays superior sensory properties – for natural and strong hold every day. The … Read more

NPD: Decluttering and the appetite for absence

New product development is a challenge, particularly in the saturated personal care market. Helga Hertsig-Lavocah, Futurologist & senior Trend Watcher at Hint Creative Consultancy, appeals to look at the outside and to take the big picture into consideration when it comes to reboot new product development. In her latest video from Bologna she presents one … Read more

Dow Corning invests at its Midland manufacturing site

Dow Corning has completed a $6 million expansion at its silicones manufacturing plant in Midland, MI. The investment is to provide growing beauty and personal care markets with a reliable supply of silicone elastomer blends. "Evolving global consumer preferences, specific customer requirements and differing regional expectations are driving innovation and global growth in beauty and … Read more

COSSMA e-Paper issue 4/2016

Here is what you can look forward to in issue 4/2016: Jonna Jalkanen: Premium quality at affordable pricesJonna Jalkanen explains what led to the creation of the baby skin care line Sophie la girafe. VIP of the Month: Dr Jamie Hawkes: Hub for hair careDr Jamie Hawkes from Lonza talks about the new global centre … Read more

Formulations protecting from environmental stressors

Evonik’s formulation concept “Elements of Care” includes formulations that protect skin and hair from the effects of environmental stressors such as fine particles and UV radiation and was developed working in close collaboration with specialists from around the world, the concept. Increasing awareness of environmental insults   Air pollution, for example, is recognized as a major … Read more

IMCD opens office in Japan

IMCD N.V., a leading speciality chemicals and food ingredients distributor, opens an office in Tokyo, Japan. This opening marks the latest of a succession of steps that IMCD has taken to build a stronghold in Asia-Pacific. Mr. Shunsaku Kubo is appointed Managing Director IMCD Japan effective 1 April 2016. Mr. Kubo holds a Bachelor degree … Read more

BRB partners with Azelis UK Life Sciences

BRB International BV is excited to announce a strategic partnership agreement with Azelis UK Life Sciences Ltd (Azelis), the leading distributor of specialty innovative ingredients to the personal care sector. Under the agreement, Azelis will exclusively distribute the diverse catalogue of silicone materials, produced by BRB International BV into the UK and Ireland for all … Read more

Sabinsa Europe GmbH hosted Sabinsa on Wheels

Sabinsa Europe GmbH hosted Sabinsa on Wheels, a day-long science summit on Zugspitze, the highest mountain in Germany, on Wednesday March 16, 2016. In addition to presenting the latest clinical studies conducted on Sabinsa’s proprietary dietary supplement ingredients in popular health categories and cosmetic segments, industry experts offered their perspectives on timely industry subjects. The … Read more

MAC introduces StarTrek-inspired Make-up collection

This summer, MAC will introduce a collection of makeup inspired by Star Trek and, more specifically, Deanna Troi, Uhura, Seven of Nine and the Orion Girl, Vina. The 25-piece special deco collection will encompass lip, eye and face products. The Star Trek-inspired MAC collection will be available online August 25 and in stores on September … Read more

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Merck at In-Cosmetics: Visit us at booth F70

Visit us at in-cosmetics 2016, booth F70 and be inspired by the new innovative product launches and alluring concepts Merck will be presenting. You might also be interested to attend the Innovation Seminar given by Merck:  Wednesday, Apr 13th at 1:30 p.m. in Innovation Theatre I: – Insect Repellent IR3535® – Feel anywhere and every … Read more

Cosmoprof 2016: 250,000 exhibitors and visitors from 150 countries

The 49th edition of Cosmoprof Worldwide saw the participation on the opening day by Ivan Scalfarotto, of the Italian Government. The Ministry of Economic Development has included Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna between the "Fair of international interest" to be promoted and supported thanks to the collaboration with ITA-Italian Trade Agency. "The real novelty of Cosmoprof,” said … Read more

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Sederma at in-cosmetics 2016

This year, the in-cosmetics show will be the opportunity to discover the new Sederma’s active ingredient designed to fight against pollution damage: CITYSTEM™. Issued from plant cell culture, a sustainable production mode, CITYSTEM™ counteracts the effects of pollution on the skin while offering an effective protection against aggressions. We could have said more about this … Read more

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Covestro AG: Discover the bright colors of innovation –visit us at in-cosmetics 2016 in Paris!

The in-cosmetics from April 12-14, 2016, in Paris marks the first time Covestro AG, formerly Bayer MaterialScience AG, will be exhibiting at the show under its new name. Our appearance at booth E55 will not be the only thing that is brand new and colorful this year, as the same goes for all our Baycusan® … Read more

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IMPAG inaugurates new Application Laboratory in Offenbach

The IMPAG Group proudly announces the opening of the Application Laboratory „Personal Care“ in Offenbach. Cosmetic raw materials and active ingredients want to be experienced and appreciated with all the senses. The work at our laboratory makes the advantages of our products tangible and trends more clearly recognizable. Preview in-cosmetics 2016: Exciting topics as well … Read more

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CLR Berlin obtains new results with its skin renewing ProRenew Complex CLR™

A well-known approach towards compensating for common problems of aged skin is to peel off the desiccated upper part of skin, revealing healthy looking and moisturized skin. A far smarter and more sustainable approach would be to help skin to reactivate its endogenous desquamation processes. A new in vivo study with ProRenew Complex CLR™, based … Read more