International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
Market | There has been an increasing demand for products that promise to keep the skin microbiome healthy and regenerate. Accordingly, a lot of energy is invested in the development of new products. Sreedevi Kakkad gives an overview of the current developments on the market.
Solid forms | The trend towards solid forms for cosmetic and personal care products is gaining momentum. Combining these formulations with skin microbiome-friendly formulations poses a particular challenge for the development of new products. Dr Nora Schiemann explains the role that beads can play in this.
The task of emulsifiers is to combine non-miscible liquids such as water and oil in cosmetic products to form an emulsion. A new blend of natural emulsifiers also shows antimicrobial properties. Nargiza Cakir, Dr Malte Sietzen and Dr Fernando Ibarra have studied the advantages that result in the manufacture of cosmetic products.
Regardless of the skin type, there are creams, lotions and exfoliants for a wide variety of needs. We present a range of formulations and ingredient providers that offer a comprehensive overview of the latest innovations in the market.
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Special textures provide customers an extraordinary experience when used on the skin. In addition, they allow active ingredients to be applied as well as possible. We present a selection of formulations that are suitable for sprays, gels and foams.
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Skin ageing is influenced by many factors: environmental impacts, genetic predisposition, diseases, diet and a few more. To at least slow down this process, researchers are working continously on new solutions.We present a selection of formulations and ingredients suppliers that provide a comprehensive look at the latest innovations in the market.
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Zemea® propanediol is a 100% plant-based ingredient supporting a variety of cosmetic applications. Gentle on the skin, high in performance, Zemea® propanediol is a natural choice for clean label and renewably focused formulations. From mascara and eyeliner to foundation and lip gloss, Zemea® propanediol helps formulators deliver environmentally-friendly cosmetics while driving sustainable change. Zemea® propanediol … Read more
What options are there to create sustainability-oriented cosmetic formulations that do without microplastics but meet all sensor requirements? Alessandra Adduci and Stefania Zanzottera present new results.
This is a good time for formulators to break new ground and develop innovative textures, because consumers are more open to it than ever. Silke Langer knows what the background to this is and what options there are.
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Body care plays an important role for customers to feel good in their skin. Active ingredients that have their origins in facial care are now also used for the body too, to achieve a significant improvement in skin. We present a selection of formulations and ingredients suppliers that provide a comprehensive look at the latest innovations in the market.
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Codif Technologie Naturelle introduces its new retinol-like vegetal and organic certified, active ingredient: Samphira Oil Bioactive.
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Taking care of hair and scalp is part of the regular beauty routine. Whether shampoo, conditioner, mask or hair tonic – there are suitable solutions for every requirement, as the overview of the formulations shows.
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When launching SOLAGUM™ TARA in 2012, Seppic was a pioneer in delivering sustainable and plant-based polymers substitute to synthetic ones. Anticipating the future of beauty a few years ago, SEPPIC has designed the SOLAGUM™ range to create clean beauty concepts: to support wellbeing without compromising health and the environment for a betterliving and a conscious … Read more
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Sun creams are booming in the summer months because they protect the skin from skin ageing and even skin damage. We present a selection of formulations and ingredient suppliers that offer products for the whole body.
The already existing trend towards more naturalness in cosmetics has accelerated enormously in the past few months and ranges from facial to body and hair care. In this issue we present a selection of formulations and ingredients suppliers that show the possibilites that the latest innovations on the market offer.
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This year Marchesini Group acquired Cosmatic, a business specialised in technologies for the production of lipsticks and in fill-in cosmetic powders. This strategic operation allowed the Group to expand its expertise in a segment that uses some of the most complex technologies in the world of cosmetics. Cosmatic, leader in the field of lipstick and … Read more
Consumers love masks for the concentrated and rich active ingredients that they feel on their skin while they enjoy their little personal break – at home or, increasingly, again in the beauty salons. We present a selection of formulations and ingredient suppliers that provide a comprehensive overview of the latest innovations on the market.
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The latest market trends have shown a growing interest of end consumers in NaTrue and COSMOS certified cosmetic products. Discover Croda’s products that align with these trends – get inspired by suitable formulations and let us support you in the development of new formulations with unique sensorial properties. In Germany, the interest in certified cosmetic … Read more
Cleansing the skin has been playing a more important role than ever for the past twelve months. Due to the increased use of cleaning agents and disinfectants, the need for care during cleansing has also increased significantly. Our selection shows the latest trends in formulations in this area.
What targeted face and colour care solutions do consumers look for? Multifunctional colour cosmetics are gaining ground. Our choice reflects the latest formulation trends in this area and also mirrors the vast potential for product development in these two product categories.