Formulas

The skin around the eyes is one of the most delicate parts of the face, necessitating special attention to maintain its youthfulness and vitality. The right formulations can ensure this sensitive area is not only nourished but also protected.

Specific creams, lotions and exfoliants are available for 
every skin care – face and body – need. They nourish and care for the skin and give it a fresh appearance. Here you 
will find a selection of formulations and ingredient suppliers that reflects the latest trends.

The demand for sustainable beauty products is steadily increasing as consumers become more conscious of ecological practices. One significant step in this direction is the utilisation of natural materials derived from various upcycled processes, including food waste. In this article, Kshitija Tembhekar, Anjali Gholab 
and Rachna Rastogi highlight some of the common food wastes and actives derived from them as a ready resource for formulators.

The renaissance of traditional hair care: Rice water and rice peptides are revolutionising modern hair care. Among other benefits for skin and health, the natural ingredients help to regenerate and nourish the hair, leaving it smooth and protected.

Petrochemicals present a complex dilemma for the beauty industry. Dr Isabel Alvarez-
Martos, CEO of Cellugy, talks about ways 
to replace the ingredients and what role 
sustainability plays.

In-cosmetics Korea, the only exhibition dedicated to personal care ingredients in South Korea, is taking place in Hall C at the COEX, Seoul, South Korea, from 24th to 26th July 2024, where exhibitors will showcase their formulations and innovations addressing the newest trends.

Sugar goes by the nickname of “sweet poison” – and that applies to our skin cells, too. After years of intense research, a team at Beiersdorf has cracked the code of glycation processes in the skin and identified an active ingredient that counters sugar-induced skin aging. The innovative formula, with its scientifically tested active ingredient complex, prevents new wrinkles from forming and visibly reduces existing wrinkles.

Consumers, now more than ever, want faster and more dramatic results from their skin care routines. Ampoules are one way of providing targeted active ingredients to the skin for one-off, short term or booster applications as part of, or in addition to, an established skin care regime.

Beautiful curls, healthy scalp, heat protection, defense against enviromental damage, clean ingredients at best with additional benefits … The demands of consumers have changed. Expectations are a lot higher – not just for daily care products but also for colouring and styling products. Here, you will find a selection of formulations and ingredient suppliers that reflect those trends.

Sustainability has taken on new importance in the beauty industry in recent years as manufacturers seek to respond to growing consumer demand for sustainable and ethical products, moving away from traditional sources often linked with environmental concerns. Biotechnologyenabled novel ingredients could meet the demand for sustainable solutions in personal care.

Consumers are increasingly demanding skin care that works – yet as individuals, our skincare needs can vary so dramatically. How can you give a consumer personalised skin care yet bulk produce to achieve economies of scale? The answer is customisable facial care formulas: provide a range of concentrated actives to suit specific skin needs that can be mixed in special bases to enhance delivery and ensure customer satisfaction.

Sensitive skin poses unique challenges, requiring a delicate balance of effective ingredients and gentle formulations. Individuals with sensitive skin often struggle to find cosmetic products that provide the desired benefits, without triggering irritation or inflammation. However, recent advancements in cosmetic science have led to the development of innovative solutions specifically tailored to address the needs of sensitive skin types. In this article, we explore some of these breakthroughs and their potential to revolutionise skincare for individuals with delicate epidermises

Those who know them call them heroes at work. Or a perfect example of natural symbiosis. Most plants cannot live without them. And now they revolutionize the development and 
production of cosmetic active ingredients – but who are those microorganisms called Endophytes? Here’s an introduction …

From blending volatile and thermosensitive ingredients while preserving their efficacies, to communicating to clued-up consumers in a category covered by stringent regulations, combining colour cosmetics with active skincare is a challenging mix for manufacturers. This article is a close-up on the complexities of makeup and skincare hybrids.

Simply adding organic ingredients to a formula doesn’t necessarily make them organic. These guidelines help to find out if a formulation truly can be seen as organic and what can be done to create more organic formulas from the start.

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 men and their skin.

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 the brands are already giving a glimpse into the importance of ingredients and which trends will influence the choice of ingredients and the whole market in the near future!

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 and sensory properties, as well as meeting the rising consumer demand for products that are perceived as safe, natural, and environmentally friendly.