Eckart

Syncrystal Soft Ivory is Eckart’s effect pigment innovation for a natural, radiant look in cosmetic applications.  The new pigment convinces with a silky shimmer that gives every formulation the currently trendy glow. Thanks to the soft natural shine effect, Syncrystal Soft Ivory can provide targeted highlight effects in many cosmetic products. Syncrystal Soft Ivory joins … Read more

Cosphatec

Cosphatec GmbH expands its emulsifier range with the new natural emulsifier: Cosphaderm GS Connect is a natural, COSMOS- and NATRUE-approved anionic O/W emulsifier that is ideal for creating stable and sustainable emulsions. This reliable and robust ingredient has a proven INCI and is compatible with a wide range of other ingredients, making it an ideal … Read more

The power
of recharge

Cosmetics manufacturers have to meet 
a whole catalogue of sustainability criteria to meet consumers’ expectations. 
A recharcheable pencil could be a new ­interpretation of sustainability.  Christian ­Eisen of Faber-Castell Cosmetics assesses the chances and problems of such a product.

Croda

With consumers increasingly seeking to limit the impact they have on the world around them, SensaLuxe DF is a naturally derived, biodegradable and non-aqua toxic inclusive ingredient that delivers consumer perceivable improvements for hair that is smoother, softer and more manageable. SensaLuxe DF provides a novel alternative to some traditional hair care actives to enhance … Read more

Body care

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 for Skin & Hair

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. 

DSM

The company’s In-Fact waterless haicare solutions feature sustainable skin actives proven to address top concerns such as hair loss or a dry, flaking scalp. And thanks to their novel, waterless formats and reusabale packaging, they also save in water, transportation and enable end consumers to reduce waste.

The Skin-Like
Moisturiser

Cosmetic ingredients with moisturising properties are a key requirement in any skin care formulation. Formulators are continuously on the lookout for materials that are stable, easy to formulate while being efficacious. One such moisturising ingredient, saccharide isomerate has found place in many cosmetic and prescription products. 

Naolys

Musk mallow (malva moschata, malvaceae) and zinc are the two components of the new active shell created by Naolys. Specifically dedicated to the fight against hair aging, Hair Revive (MM+Zn) combines the active molecules of musk mallow cells, a perennial with pale pink flowers also known for its medicinal properties, with zinc, one of the … Read more

Givaudan

The company uncovers Geogaia, translating the luscious and multifaceted scent of Petrichor, which is defined as the smell that comes from the ground when rain falls after a dry period. Geogaia overcomes the challenges associated with recreating the complex smell of Petrichor, and brings the most authentic olfactive translation of this beloved scent, providing green, … Read more

Ingredients for Cold Emulsification – Part Two

Cold process emulsions are possible with a ­selection of suitable ingredients. Prof Andrea ­Wanninger and her co-authors monitor ­emulsifiers, rheology modifiers and multi­functional blends. This second part of two focuses on O/W emulsifiers, rheology modifiers and blends.

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Timeless beauty

 “Timeless beauty” is one chapter in SILAB’s commitment to address cell senescence, through the selection of natural, high performance active ingredients. We now have the power to unravel skin aging mechanisms, and brands offer groundbreaking strategies in prevention and treatment. The unique “Timeless Beauty” trio of natural active ingredients, SENEVISIUM®, LONGEVICELL®, and EPIGENOMYL®, targets the mechanisms of … Read more

Hair Care, Colour & Styling

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.

Ingredients for Cold Emulsification

Cold process emulsions are possible with a ­selection of suitable ingredients. Prof Andrea ­Wanninger and her co-authors monitor ­emulsifiers, rheology modifiers and multi­functional blends. This first part of two focuses on O/W emulsifiers and their ingredients.

Formulation 2023: Sun Care & After Sun

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.

The cool choice

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.

Youthful skin

Fighting skin ageing is one of the top priorities of facial treatments. A new active ingredient developed by Roelmi HPC now might be the solution: a microbiota-friendly cell energiser, designed to optimise mitochondrial activation.

It’s all about texture

The universe of textured hair is very specific. The curvature of the strands and the health of the scalp must guide the tests, product development, and customer satisfaction. Symrise aims to leverage expertise on the topic.

Greener Cosmetic formulations

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.

IMCD Beauty & Personal Care

The company has recently launched the second edition of its Trends Commentary, which sheds light on the latest active ingredients trends, aiming to inspire innovation in the cosmetics industry. The report delves into three key drivers that experts consider the most promising areas for developing new cosmetic ingredients and beauty products. These include Biomimetics, Skin … Read more