International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
DSM Personal Care, a global provider of ingredients and solutions for some of the world’s best-selling beauty products, has signed a new Distributor Agreement with Mascot Universal, effective from January 2015. Founded in 1969, Mascot Universal brings over 20 years of experience in distributing ingredients for the beauty, personal and healthcare industries across the Indian … Read more
In a ceremony that took place on December 11th Lipotec was distinguished with the Society of Cosmetic Chemists Award for its presentation at the SCC 2013 “Counteracting circadian regulation of adipose tissue”. This award recognizes the Best Paper presented at the SCC 2013 Annual Scientific Meeting. The presentation awarded reflects the work and close cooperation … Read more
CPL Aromas has strengthened its global R&D team with the appointment of two new development chemists. These appointments are in line with the company’s commitment to improve and develop the R&D function within the organization and will be tasked with further developing existing R&D concepts currently being offered to customers.
The SFC, 1 500 members strong, has embarked upon the mission of encouraging and promoting scientific studies in the field of cosmetology and contributing to the improvement of its members; it achieves this latter objective by conducting scientific symposiums, organizing trade shows, conferences… Every two years, it awards a prize to a prominent personality for … Read more
Mibelle Biochemistry is introducing a biologically active hepta-peptide that stimulates the skin’s own self-defense mechanisms against oxidative stress at the cellular level. Our cells respond to oxidative stress by activating the transcription factor Nrf2. This is a master switch in the cellular self-protection system that leads to an increased synthesis of cell protecting enzymes in … Read more
Contrary to several statements, the current drafts of the Guideline on technical definitions and criteria for natural and organic cosmetic ingredients and products – ISO 16128 are not an initiative of the EU. ISO 16128 will, in case of its adoption by ISO, have no effects on the legal situation in the EU or the … Read more
Biesterfeld Spezialchemie GmbH and Dr. Straetmans GmbH, both headquartered in Hamburg, further expand their successful cooperation. Effective since August 2014, Biesterfeld Spezialchemie in Russia has taken over the distribution of Dr. Straetmans’ product portfolio. The successful partnership started in 2008 when Biesterfeld Spezialchemie started to promote the Dr. Straetmans products in Eastern Europe. „We are … Read more
Organic Monitor has announced the winners of its 2014 Sustainable Beauty Awards. About 140 international executives attended the Sustainable Beauty Awards reception at the Paris Marriott Champs-Elysées on 24th November. From about 100 entries, winners and runner-ups were selected per award category… Sustainability Pioneer Cruelty Free International is the winner for its global campaign … Read more
The Germany company CREMER OLEO has hired a new Sales Director for the CREMER Care division with effect from December 1st, 2014. CREMER Care is among the leading suppliers of Oleochemical Specialties for cosmetic applications and, with this step, wants to further strengthen its position in the Personal Care market.
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The Most Wanted European trade event on Bio and Natural Cosmetics takes place in Barcelona, SpainInitiated by the industry, supported by leading authorities like CosmeBio and EcoCert, bio and natural cosmetics are becoming more and more important, while consumers simply demand higher standards on ‘free-from’. Now, Free From Cosmetics 2015 provides the most dedicated European … Read more
Lipotec scooped Gold Innovation Zone Best Ingredient Awards for its Actigym marine product – fighting off competition from 10 shortlisted products. The shortlisted products were chosen from amongst the many new ingredients on offer at the Innovation Zone of at In-Cosmetics Asia. The Awards honour the development of novel actives or functional ingredients that combine … Read more
Snow Algae Powder has won the Frost & Sullivan 2014 Best Practices Award in the category ‘European Anti-Aging Skin Care New Product Innovation Leadership Award’. The active not only offers a novel and sustainable technology, but also a new anti-aging approach by mimicking the effects of the caloric restriction process, thus, increasing the longevity of … Read more
Clariant, a global supplier of specialty chemicals, will build a new production facility at its Tangerang site in Indonesia to support regional demands in the personal and home care industry. The overall investment of approx. CHF 17 Mio in combined esterquat and methylquat production will add 12kt collective capacity for liquid and solid products used … Read more
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Alexander Kielbassa from Merck KGaA will give a presentation on the subject "A tool for innovation: A new multi-benefit Titanium Dioxide UV filter" during SEPAWA congress in Fulda on Wednesday, 15th of October , 10 a.m. in the “Forum of Innovation” in Hall 3. Eusolex® T-EASY opens up new formulation opportunities. The novel material is … Read more
The European edition of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit will cover developments in green ingredients, marketing and customer behaviour. Organised by Organic Monitor, the summit will be hosted in Paris on 24-26th November 2014. For the first time in Europe, the summit will discuss ways to encourage sustainable purchases and responsible consumption of cosmetics & personal … Read more
Schülke & Mayr has opened a new information portal on the subject of microbial stabilisation of cosmetic products. It includes information about classical preservatives and multifunctional additives with antimicrobial effect. The general topic “Applications” provides selection tools for different product categories including sensitive applications like baby care, eye care, oral & lip care, aerosols etc. … Read more
For 50 years, Sederma has been offering cosmetic ingredients. Such a journey has been made possible thanks to Sederma’s employees with their know-how and involvement, many of whom have been with the company for years. Sederma’s DNA is based on people, whether within the company or with customers. The history and more information about these … Read more
The Italian company Kelisema has appointed Biesterfeld Helvetia as exclusive distributor of their product portfolio for LifeScience Cosmetics in Switzerland. Kelisema, a family-owned company, was founded in 1989 in Tavernerio, a North Italian town in the Lombardy. The company develops and produces vegetable protein hydrolysates, collagen, silk, keratin and milk protein hydrolysates for use in … Read more
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KAO SOFCARE® GP-1 (PPG-3 Caprylyl Ether) KAO SOFCARE® GP-1 is an outstanding conditioning agent that enhances the appearance and feel of hair, by increasing strength and reducing hair damage thanks to the uniform adsorption on hair cuticle. KAO SOFCARE® GP-1 can be used in combination with silicones; as seen in the graphic, the uniform adsorption … Read more
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After receiving several awards for innovative ingredients during last years (Beautifeye™ in 2013, Legance™ in 2012, Essenskin™ in 2008, Bodyfit™ in 2006), Sederma’s consistent drive resulted in the attribution of the prestigious award for European Personal Care Active Ingredient Company of the Year established by Frost & Sullivan. "Regulatory compatibility and targeted activity of Sederma’s … Read more