Colourful variety
Glass is not a new material, but it is a well-established one in the field of cosmetic packaging. In this interview, Silvia Klein reveals what the current status is, and which new trends can be recognised.
Go beyond conditioning
Natural ingredients – this is one very important demand of more and more customers. An alternative in hair care could be a biodegradable polymer based on cellulose technology.
Quality control – for best results
Quality control is especially important in manufacturing companies. But what exactly does this entail and what are the effects of individual measures? Laura Polo knows the answers.
Form and function
The coronavirus crisis will not stop at cosmetic packaging. Read how this could change in the future.
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Formulation 2021: Anti-ageing
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.
Only one
Eyeshadow palettes require complex interaction and the combination of various elements. Jean Paul Corbeil talks about the latest development, which provides a greater recyclability using just one material.
Due diligence in supply chains
For many companies in the beauty industry, transparency in the supply chains is not really new territory. However, a new law will define standardised obligations for many companies and branches in Germany in the future.
Probiotics in skin microbiome care
Redness and itching on the skin are often a sign of diseases in which the skin microbiome is no longer in balance. Scientists managed to identify a bacterium that could help restore this imbalance. Prof Dr Christine Lang reports on the positive effects it can achieve.
Gentle touch without microplastics
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.
Out of the deep blue sea
Slowing down the ageing process and protecting skin against various harmful rays of light are two important aspects that an anti-ageing product should meet. Fidji Briand and Xavier Briand have investigated what fuctosterol and marine carotenoids obtained from the alga Himanthalia elongata can do.
Dare to create something new
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.
Encapsulated power
Retinol is considered to be one of the industry’s gold standard ingredients for ageless skin. But how can this wonder-ingredient work even better? Dr Saher Duchi and Dr Danny Goldstein know how it can be shielded with micro encapsula-tion technology.
Catching more attention
They should be eye-catching and encourage customers to buy the products. But at the same time, the demand for sustainability in large sales displays is increasing. Jakob Rinninger shows how this can be implemented in both the premium and the mass market.
An art in itself
The familiar scent of a favourite face cream, the invigorating smell of a shower gel, the gentle perfume of a body lotion. They are all subtle, but highly effective. They often stand for more than just the product – they can symbolise cherished routines, desires, and memories. Christian Lüke tells how fragrances like these are brought to life.
In the starting blocks
Trade shows can open their doors again in France. Fabienne Germond explains why Luxe Pack Monaco will be a key event supporting the recovery.
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Formulation 2021: 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 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.
Just bead it
Microplastic has already been banned in many places due to its environmentally harmful effects. Anaïs Hecker presents an ecological alternative with beads made of cellulose material that can enclose and release active ingredients.
Where beauty meets innovation
Social media has played a major role in the marketing of brands and products for a while. But what about influencers? Eric Dahan knows the potential and limitations that exist here for the beauty industry.
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The power of “mindful beauty”
Colour cosmetics in particular clearly felt the effects of the global crisis. In this interview, Tomás Espinosa reveals why he still looks to the future positively and why he even sees it as a great opportunity.
Finally back on site
Restart from scientific research, from technologic innovation and from quality: this is the program that Cosmoprof network presents to the cosmetic industry for the future months, inviting manufacturers, companies, and operators in Bologna to attend OnBeauty by Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna.