For sensitive Skin

For consumers with sensitive skin, the product feel and skin feel play a major role. Yet a lot of natural ingredients don’t provide that. Dr Nora Schiemann and Anne-Sophie Gardes of IMCD focus on ingredient concepts suitable for ‘natural cosmetics’.

A Solution
to the Silicones Quandary

The continuation of consumer concerns around the use of siloxanes and, more precisely, cyclic siloxanes, in cosmetics has created an environment for new innovations. One possible solution for offering replacement of these unique ingredients are low molecular weight, linear alkanes.

Regetaste, the active ingredient that makes your skin sing

Taste is the forgotten sense of cosmetics, yet we have bitterness receptors (TAS2Rs) on the surface of our skin! By targeting TAS2Rs, REGETASTE reverses epidermal senescence in an entirely new way! Senescence is involved in the breakdown of the cutaneous barrier, leading to a dull complexion and rough skin. By activating cell regeneration, REGETASTE strengthens … Read more

A greener way forward

With the global population expected to reach 10 billion by 2050 and the resources we rely on 
becoming scarce, the world has been brought to a crossroads. The challenges ahead are 
interconnected and unprecedented. At dsm-firmenich, we have adopted an approach that 
combines the essential, the desirable, and the sustainable.

Turning back the skin’s “age clock”

Growing old without looking old: To date, the eternally sparkling fountain of youth has been no more than a beautiful dream. But in this respect, we can do more than we may think. Studies prove that by living a healthy lifestyle, it is possible for us to turn back the “age clock” of our cells. After 15 years of research, Beiersdorf AG, one of the pioneers in the field of skin epigenetics, achieved another milestone in terms of anti-aging with its patented Skin Age Clock technology.

Sappi

To meet the high expectations of its customers, Sappi is upgrading its Silco product, with an optimized surface treatment formulation for the Silco Glassine product family. These include the supercalendered Silco Label and Silco Tape BS papers as well as Silco Process Liner BS. Sappi will be introducing the new range of face stock papers, … Read more

Provital launches Densinaria™ – for hair volume and strengthening

Densinaria™ is a hair volume and strengthening active ingredient derived from Palmaria palmata, a well-known, healthy seaweed, revered for centuries for its nutritional value, and proposed for the first time for haircare. An active ingredient, enhanced with arginine, 100% natural origin and COSMOS-approved that addresses hair fibre resistance and split ends prevention enabling to display … Read more

The next dimension in facial definition

Today’s consumers want to achieve a new beauty aesthetic that blends the physical and digital worlds. This new “phygital" aesthetic emphasizes facial sculpting and is achieved by reshaping the face, raising the cheekbones and bringing increased attention to the eyes. Uplevity™ e-Lift peptide helps achieve this phygital aesthetic by mimicking the effect of microcurrent devices … Read more

Greentech

The company introduces it´s first active ingredient, where the skin as a whole through a metaproteomics study has been analyzed. The weakening of the skin barrier and antioxidant functions of both human and microbial origin observed in dehydrated elderly skin can be stimulated by Holobiosys to strengthen the skin. It repairs the condition of dry … Read more

Issue 10 – 2023

Issue 10 – 2023 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Super ingredients: Effects of booster and functional ingredients Calming: Hemp oil and CBD in cosmetics Complex:Epigentetics – a milestone in terms of anti-aging Get an e-paper subscription Issue 10 – 2023 Here is what you can look forward to in … Read more

Bedoukian Research

Bedoukian Research, Inc. (BRI) announced Jim Zitelli as chief financial officer leading the company’s global finance initiatives. Zitelli brings with him over 30 years of experience in the financial arena. Most recently, Zitelli was the global vice president of Finance for Symrise’s Scent and Care Division.  www.bedoukian.com 

Provital

As part of the companies strategic plan to expand their global presence, Provital announced the launch of their new subsidiary, Provital USA, serving the United States and Canadian markets under the tagline that is said to encapsulate their essence: “Do Care.” 

Lumson

TAL (the acronym stands for Techno Airless Aluminum), the aluminum airless packaging with a pouch launched in 2021 has marked a turning point in the cosmetics industry. Starting this year, a version of TAL made from post-consumer recycled aluminum (PCR) will also be available. Given that aluminum is already a sustainable material as it is … Read more

Symrise

Symrise presents new findings for its tropolone-based products SymDiol 68T and SymOcide PT. Among other things, the data proves the antioxidant effect of Tropolone: it acts against primary and secondary free radicals and stabilises organic compounds against oxidation. In addition, it reduces the oxidation of proteins by 60% and the formation of peroxides in sunflower … Read more

International launches

This month Mintel looks at colour cosmetics. Lifestyle changes are demanding more efficient and enjoyable routines, driving the growth of new claims and changing the way consumers 
engage with cosmetic brands.

Revlon

Beauty conglomerate Revlon Inc., whose portfolio includes iconic brands such as Revlon, Elizabeth Arden, and Almay, is promoting Debra Perelman to president and chief executive officer.  Perelman, who most recently served as Revlon’s COO, will take over the role previously held by Fabian Garcia. During her time as COO, Perelman helped to improve Revlon’s digital … Read more

New active ingredient – KKT Expert Talk (Part One)

On 6th and 7th March 2023, renowned personalities and experts from the fields of cosmetics, 
dermatology, toxicology, law and analytics from all over Germany, Austria and Switzerland met 
to exchange knowledge, ideas and opinions at this year’s Karlsruhe Cosmetics Day (KKT). The 
aim was to learn about new trends and innovations in the cosmetics market and to assess the risks associated with them. In this first part of four, Prof Dr Johannes Geier, Dr Tilman Reuther, 
and Prof Dr Rolf Daniels talk about active Ingredients and the challenges they bring.

Eco group

The ECO Group and JM Nature GmbH with its popular natural cosmetics brand Ben&Anna will be going down the same path in future. The strategic 
acquisition marks a significant step for the ECO Group and the team of 
the Ben&Anna to further advance their shared mission of promoting 
sustainable lifestyles. www.group.eco 

3D printed packaging

If new products are launched or existing items are relaunched, manufacturing companies have to act quickly and adjust their filling and packaging processes. 3D printing could be a time and cost saving solution to that problem. Martin Sauter, Sales Director at Gerhard Schubert GmbH, introduces the new 3D printing system for exchangable machine parts.

Quadpack

The 30 ml airless Crush’n’Roll dispenser stores active ingredients in pearls, ensuring their potency and freshness until they’re used. It’s pearl crusher pump allows a good mix and homogenous formula dispensing, combined with a perfect transparency airless bottle putting the product into centre stage. The dispenser is versatile enough to house both, skincare and makeup … Read more