International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
Microplastic has already been banned in many places due to its environmentally harmful effects. Anaïs Hecker presents an ecological alternative with beads made of cellulose material that can enclose and release active ingredients.
Companies that produce hair and scalp care products need ingredients that enable them to meet the unique needs and concerns of every individual consumer. That is why a steadily growing range of innovative active ingredients is necessary. Nathalie Wojtowicz and Dr Torsten Clarius know the trends.
The healing or beneficial effects of some plants have long been handed down. It becomes particularly interesting when current science finds out exactly where the effect comes from and how it can then be converted into new active ingredients. Emilio Rubio and Clara Vigo report on new exiting results.
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Ethicskin™ arises from the need to broaden the limits of sustainability and ethics in the beauty sector, the need to make biodiversity conservation go hand in hand with social and economic growth, to value and fairly reward the traditional knowledge and natural resources. Aiming to be the most significant step forward towards a just world … Read more
In cosmetics, additives play an important role when it comes to making a product durable and creating a pleasant consistency. Fermentation is a good way to produce these naturally and therefore more sustainably. Dr Malte Sietzen and Dr Fernando Ibarra present some examples and their advantages.
Even if the claim “microbiome friendly” is being used more frequently in cosmetics, it has not yet been conclusively clarified which substances can influence which bacteria and fungi. Anne-Sophie Dutailly took a closer look at a few ingredients and examined their effects.
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The interest of end consumers in inorganic UV-filters is rising as they are seen as being safer and a more natural alternative compared to organic UV-filters. However, also sun care products with inorganic UV-filters should fulfil certain customer needs such as nice skin sensory, non-whitening and non-nano. As experts in TiO2 and ZnO UV-filters Croda … Read more
The microbiome is a relatively new topic in cosmetics that still lacks uniform standards and definitions. This article focuses on three cosmetic active ingredients that target the microbiome with different strategies: “Prebiotics”, “biofilm control” and “natural antimicrobial agents”.
Many active ingredients from the sea are known to be particularly effective. Algae are also such power packs, because they can filter and store many trace elements from seawater – and by the way, algae from sustainable management can contribute to environmental protection.
In the current discussion about environmental friendliness in cosmetic products, the requirements for sunscreens are also increasing. Since many of the filters on the market enjoy the dubious reputation of not being easily degradable, one way to lessen the environmental impact of these products is to use boosters.
In these turbulent times, the skin is also exposed to stressful factors: increased cleaning and disinfection of the hands, but also irritation from wearing masks in everyday life. There is a longing for old, quieter times. Well-known and proven active ingredients further improve care of the skin and give the user a good feeling.
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Senseryn™ was created as a result of Provital’s desire to improve the quality of life of people with sensitive and reactive skin. To provide them with a specific solution, Provital adopted a new scientific approach, sensocosmetic, in which our senses take care of our skin to enhance its well-being. Senseryn™ is an active ingredient, COSMOS … Read more
In the course of the increasingly popular “clean beauty” movement, additives are falling into disrepute. Boosters of natural origin are a way of reducing the use of additives and still ensuring the safety of the products.
The active ingredient peloid, which comes from healing moors, has been used in the medical field for a long time. In-vivo and in-vitro studies have dealt with the effectiveness in the cosmetic field and have achieved clear results.
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 laboratory.
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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Croda’s non-ionic water-in-oil emulsifier, CithrolTM PGTL is now NaTrue approved. This 100% bio-based emulsifier is not only known for its high-performance but also for being a great alternative to traditional PEG based systems. Recognising the desire of our consumers for formulations with pleasant textures and sensories, CithrolTM PGTL allows for the creation of a variety … Read more
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One year after launching a wide range of turnkey natural & made in Europe sheet masks, a new technical reference has enriched “My Active Mask” range. This is the result of the partnership between MS Beautilab and Taiki Cosmetics Europe.
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Nowadays, preservatives in cosmetics are replaceable. The combination of high-end technologies in dosage systems and innovative manufacturing conditions are the gold standard for preservative-free products in the pharmaceutical industry. URSATEC has more than 25 years of experience in manufacturing preservative-free formulations and stands for sophisticated cosmetical products that completely lack preserving ingredients. Actually, all ingredients … Read more
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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 versatile.