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The Hamburg based company Lehmann & Voss & Co. (LuV) has three basic areas of business: trade, distribution and production of chemical and mineral specialities. The company has about 330 employees and in 2010 turned over 230 million Euros. The product group leader in the “Cosmetics Ingredients” section is Axel Kirchniawy, who has been with … Read more

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Lonza is one of the world’s leading suppliers to the pharmaceutical, healthcare and life science industries. The company is a leading provider of value chemical and biotech ingredientsto the nutrition, hygiene, preservation,agro and personal care markets. Starting 2011, Lonza re-emphasized its strategic commitment to the personal care industry, – one of its seven core markets … Read more

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A single date to remember for PCD and Aerosol & Dispensing Forum, which will be held at the same time on Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th February 2012 at a new venue: Espace Champerret, Porte deChamperret, Paris. Each event will keep its identity. It will be an opportunity for players in cosmetics, aerosols and dispensing … Read more

The COSSMA reader survey is concerned with precisely what you need from a trade medium in terms of concrete information – by way of print, on-line services, Web TV and other services. We will be delighted if you can take part because your opinion is very important to us! It takes only ten minutes to … Read more

medical BEAUTY FORUM, a trade magazine from the Health and Beauty Group, forms the bridge between dynamic research and its practical application in the fields of aesthetic medicine and cosmetics. Focussed on specific and relevant topics, this medium covers the current state of knowledge and practice, both for doctors involved with aesthetic procedures and for … Read more

This year Faber-Castell celebrates its 250th birthday. COSSMA editor Angelika Meiss spoke to Faber-Castell Cosmetics managing director Stefano Castelletti to ask about the cosmetics division of the company. photo: Faber-Castell Cosmetics

Steve Jacquin, Country Manager Germany at Avon Cosmetiques explains, how and with what type of products the company will increase its activities in the natural cosmetics market.

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Inspiration engineered" is our motto, emphasising the extensive range of high-tech, cutting-edge products, which is distinguished by the fusion of our modern techniques with the expertise derived from our heritage. Colours and textures, state-of-the-art packaging and application systems, original appearance and design – the variety of creative opportunities is endless and can cater to even … Read more

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DianaPlantSciences spearheads the activities of Diana Group in biosciences with a unique expertise in the environmentallyfriendly production of natural ingredients from plant cell culture. True to its mission to deliver „Performance from Nature“, Diana-PlantSciences actively develops potent phytoactives and tailored organoleptic solutions to help its clients meet market demand while providing a sustainable sourcing respectful … Read more

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Sucragel from Alfa Chemicals, distributed by Impag, is a liquid emulsifier system of natural origin and is also a good thickener for all nonpolar lipids. The product range is based on sugar derivatives and makes the interesting properties of sugar esters available in a user-friendly form. Using Sucragel it is easy to produce highly viscous … Read more

Spirit, a Quadpack Group company, has introduced a great new promotional item for cosmetics companies. The Konjac Sponge is an all-natural product that cleanses and moisturises skin with or without soap. Already known in Japan for its health-giving properties, it addresses today’s consumer preference for organic products. Konjac is made completely of vegetable fibres and … Read more

UV radiation is one of the key responsible for hair proteins and lipids oxidation which degrade the hair causing a loss in strength, shine and color.  Sunlight alters the amino acids of the cuticle more intensely than those of the cortex, because the outermost layers of the hair fibers receive more intense radiation. This alteration … Read more

Through a hand-made, patent-pending process, the hair is carefully crafted into a swirl pattern in the head of the brush. Perfect for applying and softening foundation, pairs best with baked makeup, and the rounded brush shape and grooved center fits the face well, and assists in great product pickup, as well as perfect blending application. … Read more

Setalg has developed a peel-off mask which is said to be ready in a minute without calculating proportions and mixing to obtain a good peel-off texture. Calculating proportions, blending to obtain a good peel off texture are history: Squeeze, Mix and Apply ! In less than 1 minute, the mask is ready to use. You … Read more

Biodegradable Conditioning Agent with Great Performance Sustainability is a leading trend in the personal care industry as consumers and product developers alike search for more environmentally friendly products.  As consumers consider, and are concerned about, the impact of their daily activities, from cleaning their homes to grooming rituals, demand is growing for products that provide … Read more