Formulas

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 are demonstrated.

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’.

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 molecular weight, linear alkanes.

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 regarded by customers as an important part of their daily beauty and well-being routine. This selection ­reflects 
current market trends.

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 and thick. Here you will find a selection of formulas and ingrdient suppliers that reflects the anti-aging care trend. 

Beautiful curls, healthy scalp, heat protection, less breakage… The tasks of hair care have changed. The expectations are a lot higher – not just for daily care products but also for colouring products and styling products. Here you will find a selection of formulations and ingredient suppliers that reflects those trends.

Sunlight can cause quite the damage to unprotected skin, sunburn or premature skin aging are just two possible results. That’s why sun protection and specific after sun care products are so important to keep the skin healthy. We present a selection of formulations and incredient suppliers that focus on sun protection.

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.

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 why safe, sustainable and effective waterless products are attracting growing interest in the personal care industry.

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 upcycling works – not just for the beauty sector but for the earth as well.

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 could be.

The increasing digitalisation exacerbated people’s desire to disconnect and reconnect with their natural wellbeing. The circadian cycle is a critical factor in maintaining this wellbeing. 
Now that recent studies showed how peripheral circadian clocks in the skin play a vital role in regulating its physiological metabolism, Provital developed Circanblue™, a 100% natural cosmetic ingredient that resynchronises the skin’s circadian rhythm after digital overexposure.

With the growing trends in sustainability and up­cycling, natural cosmetics became a huge aspect of the whole beauty industry. Using natural incredients isn’t just nice to have anymore. It became a respected beauty standard. We present a selection of formulations and ingredient suppliers that gives an ­insight into the latest developments.