Dr Christina Zech: Cutting-edge pencil perfection

What are the latest market trends? And what solutions does Faber-Castell Cosmetics suggest as an answer to prospective future trends? Dr Christina Zech, Managing Director at Faber-Castell Cosmetics in Stein/Nuremberg, Germany, answers these and other questions in her interview with COSSMA editor Angelika Meiss.

Feeling the power of nature

Actiscrub physical exfoliants from Lipotec offer a wide variety of naturally-sourced exfoliants to be used as an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic microbeads. Read details in the article in COSSMA 7-8/2017. How exfoliants work Exfoliants are made from particles which scrub the skin through a mechanical action. This mechanical action helps to stimulate cell renewal … Read more

The challenge of proving claims

Cosmetic claims are a complex topic. Which ones are legal and when do they go too far? Read more in our COSSMA interview with Dr Gerd Mildau, Head of the Cosmetics Central Laboratory, Chemical and Veterinary Investigation Office (CVUA) in Karlsruhe, Germany. COSSMA: How did the product-testing organisation Stiftung Warentest come to the conclusion that … Read more

Are silicones good or bad?

The presented facts about silicones attempt to balance a debate that focuses on exploiting the label ‘free from’ and on myths about the properties of cosmetic ingredients. Trend "Silicone-Free" The trend to market ‘silicone-free’ products is growing. But why is it that we suddenly want to replace tried and tested substances? After all, the truth … Read more

Appealing to a racially diverse audience

Drawing from her Cuban-American heritage, Elle Morris from the Clientist shares how beauty and the mindsets of racially diverse women are evolving in America. The Browning of America Beauty companies are trying to evolve their offerings as it is clear the average American consumer will no longer resemble the Western European beauty standard. By 2050, … Read more

Sun Care Formulations by Covestro

With 2014 sales of EUR 11.7 billion, Covestro is among the world’s largest polymer companies. Business activities are focused on the manufacture of high-tech polymer materials and the development of innovative solutions for products used in many areas of daily life. With Baycusan®, Covestro offers a product range liquid-aqueous dispersion and liquid alcoholic solutions based … Read more

Smart solutions at Cosmetics Business

At Cosmetic Business on the 21st and 22nd of June, more than 400 exhibitors and represented companies will be exhibiting their latest developments in the MOC Events Centre in Munich. Find out more in COSSMA’s preview article. Bomo Trendline: Duo Cosmetic Pen System Bomo Trendline,  Hall  2,  Stand  C25, presents  its  Duo Cosmetic Pen System. … Read more

How to find the right ingredients for strong hair

Strengthening hair is not the only hot topic in hair care. Find the latest ingredient solutions for this and other hair care issues in this article from COSSMA 6/2017. Fighting against dandruff, itching, dryness… Croda’s Apiscalp fights against dandruff, itching, dryness and hyperseborrhea  to provide  comfort  to both an oily and dry scalp. Procapil supports … Read more

Skin in the city: Actives to fight air pollution

In what way do air pollutants damage the skin? And how can this be prevented? Meike Streker, Cosmetic Scientist, Consultant and Lecturer at University of Hamburg Cosmetics Sciences in Hamburg, Germany, gives details in her article in COSSMA 5/2017. 2010: First study on air pollution and skin quality Since Dr Andrea Vierkötter et al. published … Read more

Formulation: Natural Cosmetics

Natural cosmetics is the topic featured in this month’s selection of cosmetic formulations. Our broad choice includes bread and butter formulations for all types of personal care products but also some concepts for colour cosmetics. We found the following formulations particularly creative: Biesterfeld concept of a Gin Tonic Pre-Party Shower and Lubrizol’s Moisturizing Strawberry Cleansing … Read more

Celebrating individuality

Interview | Beauty Forward II is the second edition of Clariant’s insights into trends, related consumer profiles and the company’s formulation inspirations, designed to help speed-to-market strategies and stay one step ahead of the competition.