International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
Aloe vera is a very strong plant and is basically indestructible. It can grow on the most infertile terrain. It grows up to a meter tall and has no stem, just thick rubbery grey-green leaves which fill up with a thick gel during the rainy season, which helps the plant to survive long periods of … Read more
Dr Andrea Mitarotonda from Neal’s Yard Remedies assesses the current challenges in a formulator’s quest for the ideal cosmetic preservation. Read all the details in his COSSMA interview.
Issue 05 – 2018 Here is what you can look forward to in issue 5/2018: Go Future: Actives Airless and more: Dispensing in perfection Zeze Oriaikhi-Sao (Malée): African Luxury VIP of the Month: DR Thomas Blatt (Beiersdorf): Proven synergistic effects of Q10 combined with creatine Teaser e-Paper Issue 05 – 2018 Here is what you can … Read more
Changing values, digitalisation, increasing competition: The market for natural & organic cosmetics is facing new demands. The 11th edition of the Natural & Organic Cosmetics Conference, to be held September 25-26, 2018 in Berlin in cooperation with the NürnbergMesse, organizer of the Vivaness, will focus on two major topics this year: The future-oriented positioning of … Read more
Product development | Marrying natural ingredients with technologically is gaining in importance and as is the impact of digital on beauty routines.
Especially since anti-pollution cosmetics have become a focal point in the development of facial care products, perfecting the skin-cleansing routine has gained tremendously in importance. Our large variety of skin cleansing formulations will show you what ingredients to choose. COS1803_35_Formulier.pdf
Are you looking for inspiration? Then this selection of formulations for creams, gels and lotions, covering concepts for a broad variety of product categories, is just right for you. COS1712_29_Formulier.pdf
Here is what you can look forward to in this issue:
Hair styling trends 2018New concepts for sustainable packagingHelga Hertsig-Lavocah: Solutions to tackle sleep deprivationWala Heilmittel: Pioneering natural cosmetics
AAK’s work in West Africa to promote the sustainable sourcing of shea, via the Kolo Nafaso direct sourcing program, has been recognized with a 2017 Sustainable Beauty Award. One of five categories, each reflecting a key aspect of sustainability, the Sustainability Pioneer Award honors an operator in the beauty industry that is a leader in … Read more
Organised by Ecovia Intelligence (formerly known as Organic Monitor), the Sustainable Beauty Awards give recognition to organisations pushing the boundaries of sustainability in the beauty industry. From over 100 entries, a winner and runner-up were selected for each award category. Green Formulations Alteya Organics (Bulgaria) is winner with its Rose Jasminium product range. The certified … Read more
Lipotec and the global distributor Azelis are partnering to bring Active Organics inspired by nature, the brand of botanical extracts and ingredients, to the European market. Active Organics inspired by nature provides a variety of natural extracts and ingredients from around the world with a commitment to sustainability. The appropriate selection and retrieval of each … Read more
This month you will find a broad selection of sprays, foams and gels for different personal care categories ranging from hair care to skin and body care to colour cosmetics and sun care. COS1711_28_Form.pdf
The finalists for the 2017 Sustainable Beauty Awards have been announced by Ecovia Intelligence (formerly known as Organic Monitor). Over 100 international entries were received this year, from operators in various sectors of the beauty industry. The finalists for each award category are listed in alphabetical order. The Sustainability Pioneer Award is given to an … Read more
The Finnish company Sulapac won the Luxe Pack in green Award in the Packaging Solution category, while Groupe Pochet was the jury’s choice in the Responsible Initiative category. Luxe Pack in green showcases sustainable development to meet the needs of an entire profession. This year, for the 30th anniversary of Luxe Pack Monaco, the Luxe … Read more
At the end of September, Evonik celebrated the opening of the new site for its Evonik Advanced Botanicals subsidiary in Tours (France). Now part of the Personal Care Business Line, the new subsidiary was created in 2016 when Evonik acquired experts in biotechnological production of plant-based active ingredients, French start-up, Alkion Biopharma SAS. As a … Read more
After obtaining the necessary authorisations from the relevant authorities, L’Oréal and Natura Cosméticos have finalised the definitive agreement for the sale of The Body Shop to Natura. About L’Oréal L’Oréal has devoted itself to beauty for over 100 years. With its international portfolio of 34 diverse and complementary brands, the Group generated sales amounting to … Read more
Clariant, a global supplier of specialty chemicals, will exhibit at the in-cosmetics Asia 2017 exhibition to be staged at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre in Thailand on 31 October -2 November 2017. Along with the second edition of BeautyForward trend forecast, Clariant will also showcase its line of natural active ingredients dedicated to … Read more
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 UK market for natural & organic personal care products has been growing at a healthy rate. A new report by Ecovia Intelligence (formerly known as Organic Monitor) shows sales revenues have increased by almost 30% since 2012. Natural hair care are the most popular products, with the market share now at 5 percent of … Read more
Here is what you can look forward to in this issue:
Natural Cosmetics: Market of the futureSpotlight: Perfect preservationVIP of the Month: Rosalia Mantilla (Lipotec) – Natural microbeadsDSM: Inspiring with ideas