International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
Liposomes are used so that active ingredients can penetrate exactly into the skin layer intended for them and act there. Daniel Pando and Dr Jörg Oliver Schmitz talk about their different capabilities depending on the size and composition of the Liposomes.
Many active ingredients from the sea are known to be particularly effective. Algae are also such power packs, because they can filter and store many trace elements from seawater – and by the way, algae from sustainable management can contribute to environmental protection.
Anyone who focuses on sustainability when it comes to cosmetic packaging should not be satisfied with using outer packaging made from recycled paper. It goes much deeper in detail. Malgorzata Chomiuk explains what is involved in eco-design and what the real challenges are.
Consumers are increasingly demanding natural cosmetics. To fulfil these wishes, formulators have to consider a lot. The origin of the ingredients and their ecological harmlessness as well as the safety of the products are important factors.
The demands have changed in recent months due to the pandemic and the new work situation associated with it. Non-staining makeup and, at the same time, caring products that should be produced as sustainably as possible, are the trend. Silke Langer gives an insight into the status.
In the current discussion about environmental friendliness in cosmetic products, the requirements for sunscreens are also increasing. Since many of the filters on the market enjoy the dubious reputation of not being easily degradable, one way to lessen the environmental impact of these products is to use boosters.
No year has brought about as many changes in the most varied of business areas as 2020. Marko Grozdanovic talks about the challenges of the past few months and dares to look into the future.
Cleansing the skin has been playing a more important role than ever for the past twelve months. Due to the increased use of cleaning agents and disinfectants, the need for care during cleansing has also increased significantly. Our selection shows the latest trends in formulations in this area.
The call for recycled plastic in the packaging of consumer goods is getting louder – also in the cosmetics industry. But not every material is suitable for reuse. Peter Barlog shows what is possible with PET (polyethylene terephthalate).
In these turbulent times, the skin is also exposed to stressful factors: increased cleaning and disinfection of the hands, but also irritation from wearing masks in everyday life. There is a longing for old, quieter times. Well-known and proven active ingredients further improve care of the skin and give the user a good feeling.
Hair and especially the hair follicles react when they are exposed to bad and harmful influences on a daily basis. A shortening of important hair growth phases can be the result. A new active ingredient based on Yerba Santa has a stimulating effect, which Dr Christina Pickel explains.
The manufacture of powder products can sometimes be a big challenge, since small amounts of pigments must be mixed completely evenly with relatively high amounts of carrier substances. Christian Schilken introduces the horizontal ploughshare mixer, which was developed for powder products.
In order to obtain sustainable raw materials, not only environmentally friendly cultivation, but the entire value chain is important. Matti Spiecker and Ralf Kunert talk about a project around macadamia nuts that takes both quality and social aspects into account.
In the course of the increasingly popular “clean beauty” movement, additives are falling into disrepute. Boosters of natural origin are a way of reducing the use of additives and still ensuring the safety of the products.
A new moisturising ingredient is not just optically based on the colours of the year 2021. It is based on plant cell lysate from Helichrysum stocheas, which, with their grey hairs and yellow flowers, store moisture and thrive even in particularly barren, dry regions.
European beauty brands are in great demand in the Chinese market. The so-called Generation Z is characterised by a high propensity to consume as well as purchasing power. Wenjing Wang presents the results of a recent study.
The entire cosmetics market and, of course, the colour cosmetics market have changed a lot in the past few months. On the one hand, the clear desire of consumers for sustainable products can be felt, but the demands on performance itself have also changed. Christian Eisen talks about the current preferences of the market.
It’s not just the precious contents of cosmetic packaging that are evolving. The packaging itself is also subject to constant new demands in terms of functionality and design. The time-consuming process of continuous improvement is complex and requires a lot of passion.
In the cosmetics industry, colours play an important role in a wide variety of products. For optimal development and the best presentation, it is not only essential to have the right understanding, but also to speak the language of colours.
The development of new UV filters and products is not just about effectiveness and sustainability. The education of consumers and the impact of the coronavirus crisis on the industry are also currently playing a major role, as Dr Myriam Sohn explains.