Expecting that little bit extra

The coronavirus pandemic has left its mark in the beauty industry. Many companies have adapted to the changed conditions – be it by compensating for temporarily lost business sectors or by adapting to the new needs of customers. Dr Phillippe Ch. Auderset talks about the current situation in Switzerland.

Does it really work?

During the last years, cannabidiol has gained increasing interest in the world of cosmetics. Not all skin benefit claims, however, are based on efficacy studies and consumers wonder whether it really has a positive influence on the skin. Dr Katharina Kappler reports on the latest results on the effects of CBD in cosmetics.

More than just a scent

Selfcare has taken centre stage, the line between cosmetics and wellness products is blurring, and the demand for multi-functional products and ingredients has never been more important. It’s no secret that versatility is in high demand across the industry.

Neue, pflanzliche, stabile und sichere Alternative zu Retinol

NovoRetin™ ist in der Lage, die Menge der natürlich vorkommenden Retinsäure in der Haut zu erhöhen, was zu retinolähnlichen Wirkungen führt. Retinol ist bekannt für seine starke Anti-Aging-Wirkung und die Vorteile, die es für zu Akne neigende Haut bietet. Retinsäure, der wichtigste aktive Metabolit von Retinol, ist für diese Retinolwirkungen in der Haut verantwortlich. NovoRetin™ … Read more

New, plant-based, stable and safe alternative to retinol

NovoRetin™ is able to increase the amount of naturally occurring retinoic acid in the skin, which leads to retinol-like effects. Retinol is well-known for its strong anti-aging effects and the benefits it offers for acne-prone skin. Retinoic acid, which is the major active metabolite of retinol, is responsible for these retinol effects in the skin. NovoRetin™ can inhibit the activity of CYP26 enzymes that degrade retinoic acid in the skin. Thereby, NovoRetin™ can retain naturally occurring retinoic acid levels in the skin, which leads to retinol-like effects without the need to apply retinoids topically on the skin.

Issue 6 – 2022

Issue 6 – 2022 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Clean Beauty: What it actually means Hazardous: Regulations for CMR-substances “Focus on local products”Dr Philippe Ch. Auderset, President Swiss SCC Get an e-paper subscription Issue 6 – 2022 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Clean … Read more

Croda lanciert ‘Purposeful Beauty™’ – eine neue, nachhaltige Identität für Beauty Care

Croda International Plc, ein Unternehmen, das Spezialchemikalien herstellt und vertreibt, hat die Einführung seiner neuen Beauty Care Nachhaltigkeits-Identität, ‘Purposeful Beauty™’, bekannt gegeben. Die neue Identität soll die Nachhaltigkeitsbemühungen von Croda in den Mittelpunkt stellen und die Position des Unternehmens als Vordenker für nachhaltige Lösungen weiter stärken. Croda entwickelte seine neue Purposeful Beauty-Identität, um sich mit … Read more

Definiertere Konturen für authentische Schönheit

Sculpup™ ist die Provitals Antwort an die Konsumenten, die nach umfassenden und nicht-invasiven kosmetischen Lösungen für den Körper suchen, die von den Möglichkeiten der Schönheitschirurgie inspiriert sind. Sculpup™ ist ein authentischer “Schönheitsverstärker” aus der proadipogenen Brombeere (zum Patent angemeldet), der die Möglichkeiten von Body-Volumisern mit neuen, durch umfangreiche Datenanalysen gestützten Wirkungen erweitert. Sculpup™ ist ein … Read more

Baralan Strengthens ESG Commitment

In celebration of its 60th anniversary, Baralan strengthened its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy, focusing on making meaningful sustainability advancements in two key areas: optimizing its packaging portfolio to reduce environmental footprint; and developing a holistic sustainability framework to guide a company-wide transformation over the medium and longer term.

Croda Introduces ‘Purposeful Beauty™’ – A new Beauty Care Sustainability Identity

Croda International Plc, who create, make and sell speciality chemicals, has announced the launch of its new Beauty Care Sustainability identity, ‘Purposeful Beauty™’. Created to focus Croda’s Beauty Care sustainability efforts and projects behind distinct messaging, the identity will also serve to further establish their thought leadership position as a sustainable solution provider.

Amplifying the contours of authentic beauty

Sculpup™ is Provital’s response to today’s consumers, who are looking for inclusive and non-invasive  body cosmetic solutions that are aesthetic surgery-inspired. An authentic beauty enhancer came from smart proadipogenic  blackberry (patent pending) that  broadens the possibilities of body volumisers with new efficacies supported by massive data analysis.
Sculpup™ is a natural active ingredient, 100% of natural origin (ISO 16128) and COSMOS certified, which enhances bust and buttocks volume and firmness.

From one hand

Smaller order quantities, limited editions, personalised products – the change in the retail shelf landscape is having an impact on the cosmetics industry. If manufacturers want to keep up, a high degree of flexibility is required. Daniel Traub explains the advantages of a compact system that combines many work steps in one unit.

Cosmetic Business 2022: Trendy Colours in PCR

Die Kreislaufwirtschaft für Beauty, Body & Care Produkte aus Kunststoff wird trendig bunt! Erfahren Sie am Lifocolor-Stand E02 in Halle 4 der Cosmetic Business Messe mehr zu den neuesten Colour Road Trendfarben und deren Umsetzungen in recycelten Kunststoffen.  Erfahren Sie mehr zum Thema im Vortrag „Colour Road – Trend Colours for Cosmetics 2023: Farbtrends für … Read more

Colourful effects

When it comes to makeup, lipstick, and the like, it is not only the colours and their effect that are an important selling point, but also how pleasant the application is for the consumer. Emulsifiers play an important role here. Fabio Costiniti talks about new developments and their possibilities in the field of colour cosmetics.

Let’s act more sustainable

Many companies claim to be working on the environmental friendliness of their products. But how can the industry as a whole become more sustainable? Olivia Hagan looks at different aspects and shows what the current state of affairs is.

Safe and practical

In addition to the right shade and compatibility, makeup products are increasingly expected to contain care and ingredients that are as sustainable as possible. But the more complex the formulations, the more sensitive they are to external influences such as light, oxygen or contamination. Anne-Laure Khouri explains how the advantages of airless dispensers can be utilised here.

Important building blocks

Oils are an essential group of raw materials for cosmetic development – both in their natural state and as building blocks to create other raw materials. Jennifer Hermitage explains the role that derivatives play in the formulation of cosmetics.

Basis for a safe design

Risk assessments consider end use exposure but may not consider other stages of the product life cycle. Chemical hazard assessments provide a standard to compare human and enivronmental impacts. Chemicals with lower ineherent hazard will generally have less risk.

Pigmented protection

The various rays of the solar spectrum can damage the skin in both the short and long term. Artificial radiation is also not good for the skin in the long run. Mineral additives in the products of the daily routine can naturally increase protection.