DIC acquires BASF’s global pigments business

BASF and the fine chemicals company DIC have reached an agreement to acquire BASF’s global pigment business. The selling price, excluding cash and financial liabilities, is €1.15 billion. The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2020. The sale is subject to the approval of the relevant competition authorities. "We have achieved … Read more

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Even the most demanding customers will remain loyal to a brand if they enjoy their experience with a particular product. This is especially true for the cosmetics industry. Foam often plays the main role because it conveys pleasant sensations – provided that it shows exactly the right properties for each care application. Reliable scientific methods … Read more

Targeting a new pathway

Finding new pathways to rejuvenate skin remains a major focus for the development of new products in the cosmetic industry. Clariant’s Epseama helps regulate the expression of the long non-coding RNA nc886 and thus combats the three main causes of ageing: photo-ageing, chrono-ageing, and inflammageing.

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Formulations 2019: Hair care

The selection of hair care formulations covered here is ever so versatile and ranges from everyday shampoos and conditioners, trendy solid shampoo bars, to hair masks, hair make-up and chalks. 

Issue 7/8 – 2019

Issue 7/8 – 2019 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Go Future: Natural Cosmetics Spotlight: CBD and moreIs CBD really pathway – naturally Elsie Rutterford, Dominika Minarovic, BYBI Beauty"Clean Beauty" VIP of the month: Wolf Lüdge, Naturkosmetik Verlag:Natural cosmetics an its main drivers Get an e-paper subscription Issue 7/8 – 2019 … Read more

Beiersdorf: New corporate indie brand unit

Under the name Oscar&Paul, Beiersdorf will be operating new approaches for innovation within the company in keeping with the C.A.R.E.+ strategy. Here the company specifically focuses on new working methods and the creation of new business models. Oscar&Paul, a Corporate Indie Brands business unit, will strengthen existing brands such as Labello, 8X4, and Hidrofugal, and … Read more

BASF reduces 6,000 positions worldwide by the end of 2021

BASF is streamlining its administration, sharpening the roles of services and regions and simplifying procedures and processes. As a result, the company expects savings of €300 million, as part of the ongoing excellence program, which is anticipated to contribute €2 billion to earnings annually from the end of 2021 onwards. In the course of the … Read more

Summer in your formulation

Tanning is a natural defence mechanism, characterised by melanin synthesis that gives a healthy and good-looking appearance. A nice summer tan is associated with a glowing complexion. However, an extended exposure to UV rays induces a cascade of cytokines and neuroactive mediator production at skin level, resulting in inflammatory responses and generating premature aging. Being … Read more

Popsicles for the body?

Food concepts converted into appealing personal care products, water-free product ideas, transforming textures, chassis for customised formulations and new approaches in biodegradable formulations … Be inspired by our selection of the latest formulation developments.

Caffeine and more

In addition to the well-known effects of caffeine of the Dr Kurt Wolff brand Alpecin, Dr Adolf Klenk shows that the company also stands for several innovative product concepts. 

Issue 6 – 2019

Issue 6 – 2019 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Go Future: Hair Care Spotlight: FormulationsThe most innovative formulation concepts at a glace Remo Bernardi, Dr Vera Maienschein, Dr Isabelle Stussi, Impag"100 Yeas of specialised service" VIP of the month: Dr Adolf Klenk, Dr Kurt Wolff:Dr Kurt Wolff Alpecin’s well-known effects … Read more

Solabia acquires Algatech

Solabia has acquired Algatech, a global company active in the development, cultivation and commercialisation of ingredients delivered from microalgae and used by food supplement, food and cosmetic brands worldwide. Solabia, a family-owned company working closely with its minority partner TA Associates, is a global supplier active in the field of biotechnology, fine chemicals and plant extraction technologies, and … Read more

Brenntag North America opens expanded Personal Care Application & Development Centre

Brenntag North America, part of the Brenntag Group, a global chemical distributor, announces the grand opening of its newly expanded Personal Care Application & Development Centre in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The centre will further support customers in the United States and Canada who face personal care formulation challenges with technical solutions and inventive ideas. Brenntag’s Personal … Read more

Symrise acquires Italian biotech company Cutech

Symrise has acquired the Italian biotech company Cutech in Padua. Cutech offers pre-clinical screening services for cosmetic ingredients and finished formulations. The purchase will expand the expertise of Symrise in the efficacy testing of cosmetic ingredients and open new opportunities for collaboration with partners from scientific institutions. It will also increase the go-to-market speed for … Read more

Issue 5 – 2019

Issue 5 – 2019 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Go Future: Actives Spotlight: DispensingThe art of dispensing: New concepts Dr. Vanessa Alves Arruda, Lonza"Efficacy validated by strong science" VIP of the month: Birgit Huber, IKW:An industry dominated by innovative power Get an e-paper subscription Issue 5 – 2019 Here is … Read more

Shiseido and Kaneka develop biodegradable cosmetic containers

Shiseido has agreed to conduct a joint development with Kaneka aiming to utilise Kaneka Biodegradable Polymer PHBH*, a proprietary material with high biodegradability in seawater for cosmetic containers, etc. Going forward, the two companies will continue discussions and verifications regarding the possibility of further applications for such as containers, tools, packaging materials, furniture, and fixtures … Read more