Fasten

The new quality dropper is specifically designed to meet the needs to provide an easy and precise way to dispense liquids and improve sustainability at the same time. Not only is this dropper functional, but it’s also sustainable. PP can be recycled and reused, making it an environmentally friendly option for beauty packaging. can be … Read more

Dow

The latest product offerings in the company’s personal care portfolio  launches include seven high-performing and sustainable ingredients. According to the manufacturer they provide multi-functional benefits across hair and skin care applications as well as meet consumer demands for products that are safe for people and the planet. Including the ‘Ecollaboration Concepts Collection’, a series of … Read more

Arxada

The expert in specialty chemicals, announced the appointment of Peter Frauenknecht as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), by the end of November 2022. Peter will be based in Basel and will join the Arxada Executive Leadership Team. Before, he has been CFO since 2017 at Atotech Group. There, he was a key member of the leadership team.
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Clariant

The company is set to expand its Care Chemicals facility in Daya Bay, Huizhou, China, to boost its support for pharmaceutical, personal care, home care, and industrial application customers. The investment will see capacity increases for existing products as well as the introduction of new products. By successfully obtaining the drug GMP certificate, the site … Read more

Tekni Plex

The company has introduced a range of dispensing liners whose convenient peel-tab design provides simplified dosing for a wide variety of liquid, powder, and solid products. An alternative to conventional plastic press-in orifice reducers, ‘Peel n Pour’ solutions offer strong induction seals to prevent product leaks, with custom orifice sizes to reduce product flow as … Read more

Microphyt

The company has designed a sustainable solution to prevent the first signs of ageing: ‘PhycoSi’, a novel bioactive, deeply recharges the dermis and restores skin at the surface, as the manufacturer says. The bioactive ingredient is said to be an upcycled and bioavailable source of marine silicium designed to restructure the skin. Its two-step action … Read more

Arcade Beauty

Since the appointment of Carl Alain to its general management, the group has entrusted the management of Europe to Laurent Oulès. He joined Arcade Beauty in August 2022 as general manager of the European activity. He has a wealth of experience in the packaging sector and strategic expertise. Laurent is a graduate of École Polytechnique, École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées, and holds an MBA from the Collège des Ingénieurs.
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What a shower can change

Sustainability is the catchphrase par excellence when you ask about current trends and demands regarding cosmetic products. Consumers themselves can change a lot with their behaviour – for example when showering. With an improved formulation, brands can support them in this while strengthening their sustainable reputation.

Natural Ingredients with clinical standards

Few trends have remained a constant in the way ‘clean beauty’ has, with consumers continuing to opt for products that feature natural ingredients. Similarly, the category of clinically proven skincare products has emerged as a big parallel trend. Current studies show how both trends can be united.

Beauty in Mind with Dagmar Chlosta

DEI (Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion) tends to be part of the agenda for all corpo-rations because it’s a mandatory aspect in today’s leadership and part of compliant corporate governance. Hence, the mother of all diversity causes – women in leadership – should by now be the ‘new normal’ with women playing a vital role not just in politics but in boardrooms across the world.

Marchesini Group Beauty at Cosmopack 2023

In 2023 Marchesini Group Beauty will again be exhibiting at Cosmopack (Bologna, 16-18 March), the hub of mechanical technologies for the cosmetics industry, which this year, in synergy with the Cosmoprof show, is forecast to return to pre-pandemic visitor and interaction levels. The Marchesini Group Beauty stand A/9PK (hall 19PK) at Cosmopack will show 22 machines: … Read more

For less environmental impact

Sustainable packaging is increasingly in demand. While monomaterial solutions and less material are sustainable, they are difficult to implement in practice. Aude Laclaire talks about the status and which steps must be considered in the development.

Balancing human and environmental safety

Sunscreens add a significant value to society in protecting skin and human health. Nevertheless, recent concerns refer to the effect some UV-filters may have on human and/or environment safety. Specifically, this affects octocrylene (OCR) and ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate (EHMC) discredited for different reasons, resulting in a sharp demand towards replacing UV-filter systems of past decades.

Photostable

For the sun protection factor in the finished product to work reliably, a dependable formulation is essential. But not all active ingredients are photostable. Dr Shaher Duchi and Dr Danny Goldstein show how microencapsulation technology improves the performance of avobenzone.

Creating a better cosmetics world

When chemical systems and biological systems are in demand, that is exactly his metier. Dr Fernando Ibarra knows the cosmetics industry, its demands and needs inside out. The member of the COSSMA Expert Advisory Board talks about the possible weaknesses of the industry and where the road must lead in the coming years.

Formulation 2023: Facial Care & Colour Cosmetics

When we talk to others, the face is the first thing we perceive. Skin care products and colour cosmetics therefore play an important role in feeling and looking good. We present a selection of formulations and ingredient suppliers that reflects the latest developments.

Re-connect with nature!

Re-Connecting Nature® humus extract is the world’s first ingredient with unique microbiome-restoring properties of Finnish nature. The extract is scientifically proven to stimulate the immune system and recreate a more natural balance associated with enhanced skin health, resilience, comfort and appearance. The unique mix of components is carefully combined to replicate the rich diversity of … Read more

Tax Measures for Tackling the Increasing Energy Prices

As a result of the Russian war in Ukraine, energy prices have skyrocketed to unimaginable heights. With extensive energy cost relief packages, national governments are trying to mitigate the dramatic effects on their economies and private households. For companies, there is a need for action on various fronts. These measures apply in Germany, Poland, and the UK, for example.

Issue 01 – 2023

Issue 1/2 – 2023 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Saving: Products suitable for lower water temperature Single: Packaging made from monomaterial “Sun care”Trends in ingredients and packaging Get an e-paper subscription Issue 1/2 – 2023 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Saving:Products suitable for … Read more

Tree exudates instead of petrochemicals

Naturality | The cosmetics industry needs to innovate in its formulations to meet consumer expectations and address environmental challenges. Dr Isabell Jaouen explains the current difficulties in moving towards more natural ingredients.