International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
Saccharide isomerate | Moisturisation is one of the most frequently requested claims by consumers. This article shows how a multifunctional moisturiser can cover a wide range of applications and what formulators should consider.
Supply chain | Sustainability plays an important role in the cosmetics industry worldwide. However, the extent to which it is practised differs significantly from region to region. Tatiana Kalman talks about her experiences in increasing the quota of sustainably produced raw materials.
Sustainable solutions | Packaging made from recycled plastic is playing an increasingly important role in cosmetic products. To improve the quality of the raw material and the recyclability, several partners have worked on a project that could be ground-breaking for the cosmetics industry. Bettina Siggelkow and Stefan Rüster present the work and the results of the project.
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Have you ever considered exhibiting at Cosmoprof and Cosmopack in Bologna (16.-18.3.2023), but have not yet been able to realise this plan? The Bologna event has more than 21,000 visitors annually, 405 exhibitors from 33 countries present themselves on more than 16,900 m2 of exhibition space.
Eye patches | Among the solution to fight tired eye contour, hydrogel eyepatch has been favoured by consumers for years. From an ecological point of view, however, they have so far been able to score only few points. Alix Bellanné knows the latest advances here.
Legal | The Cosmetics Supervision and Administration Regulation (CSAR) has far-reaching implications for both the Chinese and international cosmetics markets. Seongmin Sohn knows its significance for ingredient regulations and interprets it in depth
Applicators | Packaging design and the ideal dosage form play a very important role for care products in the sensitive eye area. Special applicators not only create a wow effect during application but can also increase the degree of sustainability of the entire product. Maud Lelièvre presents the latest developments.
Natural cosmetic preservation | When developing green cosmetics, green preservation is also always a must in the formulas. There are some myths that Barbara Olioso would like to debunk and share.
Traceability | If you want to sell a cosmetic product in Europe, you must be able to prove all the ingredients and their ‘history’. That’s quite an effort, considering that the market is becoming more and more global. Lea Saporetti shows what measures cosmetics manufacturers can take to improve the traceability of their products.
Active ingredient | The topic of upcycling is currently on everyone’s lips, but it is not as new as some might think. Avocado oil, which was a by-product of pharmaceutical activity, was already being used for cosmetic purposes over 30 years ago. Inès Duvillier explains how the polyphenols derived from it can be used in eye care.
Sustainability | In just a few days, key players and stakeholders in the beauty industry will redefine the future of beauty in the Asia-Pacific region at Singapore Expo. A host of exhibitors await visitors, and a special programme is designed to create a special connection between exhibitors and buyers.
Packaging | If you want to produce in a climate-neutral way, you must make some efforts. Dagmar Chlosta talks about concrete measures and why plastic is nevertheless not (yet) indispensable.
Formulations | Fluffy or creamy foams offer a pleasant feeling on the skin during application. Sprays allow for an even distribution of the formulation over a large area. No wonder they are popular with customers. We present a selection of formulations for sprays and foams.
Sustainability | Food by-products are being increasingly appointed as a reasonable source of natural raw materials used by the cosmetic industry. Stefania Zanzottera describes a range of functional ingredients deriving from the valorisation of non-edible olive fractions.
Product safety | Counterfeit products are a major problem worldwide – also in the cosmetics industry. Benedetta Suardi knows what effects product piracy has on everyone involved in the market and how to counter it as a manufacturer or brand.
Processes | The effects of our fast-paced times are also evident in the cosmetics market. Those who can react at short notice are quicker to meet customers’ wishes. Walter Klein explains how optimising production can work.
Corporate philosophy | Edson Barros talks about building on scientific competences that have always been at the company’s core and enhancing the customer experience with an approach inspired by the hospitality industry.
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For a long time now, anti-ageing care has not only been about skin care creams for women. Men have also discovered the positive. Also, there are more and more products for the whole body. We present a selection of formulations and ingredient suppliers that provide a comprehensive look at the latest innovations in the cosmetic market.
Anti-counterfeiting | Especially in the field of premium cosmetics, brands want to protect their high-quality products from theft and counterfeiting. Sealing the packaging is the most common solution here. Dominik Korsten and Marc Buettgenbach present a new process that is sustainable, secure, and noble at the same time
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