Making one’s own cosmetics? Yes, this is one of the latest trends in natural cosmetics; beyond this, what’s turning the cosmetics market greener? Beate Vogel and Elfriede Dambacher, organiser of the International Natural and Organic Cosmetics Conference to be held in Berlin on Sep. 27th and 28th 2016, present the latest trends in their article … Read more
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Clariant, a global supplier of specialty chemicals, introduces Metamorphosis by Plantasens transforming textures for mild beauty products that contain an element of surprise for consumers. Sergio Manzano, Head of Plantasens at Clariant, comments: “Surprising textures have emerged on the Personal Care wish-list of formulators and brand owners looking for new ways to spice up beauty … Read more
Zahlreiche aktuelle Themen greift der diesjährige Naturkosmetik Branchenkongress auf, der vom 27.-28. September 2016 im Berliner Hotel Ellington stattfindet. Neben den Fachvorträgen sorgen zwei Expertendiskussionen zum Thema Verbrauchersicherheit sowie den aktuellen Herausforderungen der Digitalisierung am POS für Inspiration. Zu den Vortragsthemen zählen: Zielgerichtete Kundenansprache in Zeiten der Digitalisierung, die weitere Entwicklung des Sektors Naturkosmetik, Palmöl … Read more
Lucas Meyer invests in Bio ForeXtra, a Canada-based R&D laboratory, specialized in the development of active cosmetic and botanical extracts. The investment would expand IFF-LMC’s access to raw materials for its cosmetic actives business. “This investment is aligned with our Vision 2020 business strategy pillar of strengthening and expanding our Portfolio,” said Andreas Fibig, IFF’s … Read more
Givaudan’s Fragrance Division sales were CHF 1,132 million, an increase of 9.7% on a like-for-like basis and an increase of 10.7% in Swiss francs. Including Induchem, the growth was 11.0% in local currency. The sales of Induchem, which was acquired on 31 August 2015, amounted to CHF 13 million for the first half of 2016. … Read more
International Flavors & Fragrances and Unilever announced a new partnership with non-governmental organizations to enhance the livelihoods of smallholder vetiver farmers in Haiti. The partnership, Vetiver Together, aims to sustainably improve food security, increase yields, and diversify income, while working to support women’s empowerment and environmental conservation. Vetiver oil is a common ingredient in many … Read more
Greentech opens a new chapter in actives for a uniform complexion and more luminosity by taking research a step further by pinpointing the role of isotropy for a bright and young complexion. Increased isotropy Reverskin, a powerful Phytosterol re-creates the volume and the relief of a young skin. Highly concentrated in phytoecdysones, this powerful cell … Read more
Die Lichtreflexionskapazität (Isotropie) ist die Fähigkeit einer Fläche, in diesem Falle der Haut, Licht uniform zurückzustrahlen. Je glatter die Haut, desto uniformer wird das Licht zurückgeworfen, desto mehr Leuchtkraft hat die Haut. Falten wirken wie „Lichtfallen“, werden Knitterfalten und feine Linien geglättet so unterstützt dies die Reduzierung von Schatten, die als tiefe Falten wahrgenommen werden. … Read more
Das nächste Forum Cosmeticum* wird vom 10.-12. Mai 2017 in Baseler Kongresszentrum im Zentrum der Stadt veranstaltet. Das Thema Kosmetik – Panta Rhei, alles im Fluss“ gibt dann einen Einblick über den Wandel und die schnelle Entwicklung der Kosmetikwelt geben. Der Call for Papers läuft bis Ende Oktober. Das Stadtzentrum von Basel bietet eine große … Read more
The application laboratory of IOI Oleo has come up with formulations based on Miglyol 829 whose colours mirror exactly the participants of tonight’s football thriller. The oil Miglyol 829 helps to integrate oil droplets into water that do not swim on the surface or form a layer on top of the water. If the droplets … Read more
Passend zum Fußballkrimi beim Halbfinale der Fußball-EM hat die Kreativabteilung im anwendungstechnischen Labor von IOI Oleo farblich passende Fan-Formulierungen auf Basis des Rohstoffs Miglyol 829 kreiert. Mit diesem Öl kann man kleine Öltröpfchen ins Wasser einbringen, die sich dort stabil halten und nicht wie normales Öl aufschwimmen, und eine Schicht über dem Wasser bilden. Wenn man … Read more
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At In-Cosmetics Korea 2016, AkzoNobel (Stand J59) is introducing to the Asian market ElfaMoist AC humectant for long-lasting moisturization in skin care formulations. The company’s latest ingredient for personal care applications gives formulators the ability to meet the growing Asian consumer demand for long-lasting and high-performance skin care products. ElfaMoist AC humectant (proposed INCI Name: … Read more
DKSH, the Market Expansion Services provider with a focus on Asia, and Total Specialties USA Inc., the American affiliate of Total S.A., a global oil and gas company, have signed a Distributor Sales agreement covering the US cosmetics and personal care markets. DKSH North America’s Business Unit Performance Materials, a Market Expansion Services provider and … Read more
Croda, the producer of performance ingredients and technologies has acquired the technology portfolio of Inventiva, based in Porto Alegre, Brazil. This transaction, completed by Croda Brazil, adds Inventiva’s encapsulation and delivery system technologies to the company’s already wide range of ingredients for the personal care industry. The acquisition brings with it a suite of market … Read more