Mini-factory for personalised skin care

After a detailed skin profiling, SuperFlex, a modular mini-factory, manufactures personalised and environmentally-friendly skin care products on the spot at low cost. The detailed skin profiling comprises measuring TEWL (transepidermal water loss), viscoelasticity, sebum content, skin surface pH value, skin colouration and skin humidity. Dr Lars Rüther, Head of Laboratory, at Dermatest, Münster, Germany, explains … Read more

Mintel Database: Sun Care Products

Mintel-Experts present innovative Sun Care products from the new products database:Never Miss a Spot Self Tanner Body Mist Light, Day Essence Gel UV SPF 50+/PA++++, UV Sun Fluid SPF 50+/PA+++, Mineral UV Serum Milk SPF 50+/PA++++, Sheer Physical Protection SPF 50 PA++++ and UVA & UVB Sunscreen Stick SPF 30 COS1602_26_Mintel.pdf

Impag: Inspiring with passion

In an interview with COSSMA, Remo Bernardi, CEO of Impag, not only points out 2016’s hottest personal care trends. He also explains in this interview what strategy to expect from the company in the future. COS1602_56_Impag.pdf

Powerful protection from air pollution

Air pollution causes skin ageing. Here we outline the importance of the proteasome to avoid premature ageing caused by air pollutants. Stefan Hettwer, PhD, R&D Manager Cosmetic Actives at Rahn, Switzerlands, presents new solutions for cosmetics. COS1602_RahnReferences.pdf

Formulations Facial Care & Colour Cosmetics

This time our selection of formulations not only tackles facial care but also comprises colour cosmetics. Normally we do not find much choice when it comes to formulations for men. However, Zchimmer & Schwarz’s Triple Action Shaving Power Lotion for Men approaches a regular guideline formulation in a creative fashion. This PEG-free light lotion can … Read more

Colour Cosmetics 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

Sun care: US with a gap in UVA protection

Uli Osterwalder, Senior Marketing Manager Sun Care from BASF, talks about regional regulatory differences in the field of UV filters, efficient UVA und UVB filters, global formulation trends and the latest global skin cancer statistics. COS1602_16_OsterwaldSun.pdf

Azelis: New position for Dr. Daniela Weisheit

Dr Daniela Weisheit has been appointed as Regional Business Manager Personal Care for the DACH region. She joined in April 2010 as Sales Manager DACH. Azelis Personal Care is a leading distributor for innovative ingredients and inventive application solutions in personal care, cosmetics, fragrance and fragrance ingredients.

Cosmetagora: Croda’s Ice Cream Emulsion scoops new prize

Croda won the Cosmetagora Coup de Coeur formulation award for 2016 organised by the French Cosmetic Society in Paris in January 2016. The formulation theme was Surprise Us and Croda impressed the judges with its Ice Cream Emulsion which provides a unique appealing visual texture, a light and cooling sensation during application and prolongs skin … Read more

Gattefosse: Azelis new distributor in Turkey

Gattefossé has appointed Azelis as their new distributor for Personal Care in Turkey, effective 1st January 2016. Azelis has a longstanding relationship with Gattefossé for both Personal Care and Pharmaceuticals, supported by joint formulation and development work. Thanks to this strong partnership, our mandate has now been extended from Russia, Poland, CEE and Balkans, to … Read more

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Cornelius examines new oils for the face, hair and body

When choosing cosmetics, consumers are looking for products that are multi- purpose and deliver greater value, whether that is improving skin texture, volumising hair or simply offering improved convenience. One of the huge hits of 2015 was Clarins Lip Oil, containing hazelnut and jojoba oils for their softening and nourishing properties, as well as two … Read more

Wacker: More production capacity for silicone fluids

The Munich-based Wacker Group has expanded its production capacity for functional silicone fluids at its Burghausen site. With the new expansion stage, which came on stream in early January, the company is meeting the rising global demand for specialty fluids and silicone emulsions in the coatings, paper, textile, cosmetics and personal care industries. Functional silicone … Read more

Croda re-launches Solaveil Website to educate consumers

Croda, a global speciality chemical company, re-launched of www.solaveil.com with new content and fresher design. Fundamental in supporting their Solaveil Physical Shield campaign to educate consumers about the importance of UV protection, the new website has been designed to provide a seamless experience on multiple platforms and is available in five different languages. With research … Read more

Merck launches Ronastar® Lapis Jewel – For Sparkling Deep Blue Cosmetics

· Third effect pigment in the jewel series from Merck· Intense blue with the elegant brilliance of lapis lazuli· For glamorous eye shadows and nail polishes Merck, a leading science and technology company, announced today that it has introduced a new effect pigment for the cosmetics industry: Ronastar® Lapis Jewel. With its elegant blue, intense … Read more

Univar extends distribution agreement for Dow into France

Univar, a global chemical distributor, has expanded its long-standing European distribution agreement for The Dow Chemical Company’s Amerchol personal care ingredients to include France. Univar France is now marketing and selling the full range of Dow’s legacy Amerchol personal care specialty ingredients in the country, including:              Ucare, Softcat and EcoSmooth Conditioning Polymers, Ucon Fluids, … Read more

IFF launches new corporate brand

International Flavors & Fragrances, launched a new branding initiative based on the company’s 126-year legacy and ongoing commitment to discovery and pioneering firsts. As part of the corporate rebrand, the company unveiled a new website, purpose statement, visual identity and refreshed tone of voice, all of which will help to spotlight its vision, imagination and … Read more

Beiersdorf: Open Innovation Fair for strategic partners

Under the motto “A day with our best suppliers” the NIVEA manufacturer Beiersdorf opened the gates of its Research & Development for the first time in November as part of an internal fair for three longstanding strategic partners in the area of functional raw materials. The event was the kickoff of the new open innovation … Read more

Croda expands Singapore facility

Croda, manufacturer of speciality chemical ingredients enhance everyday consumer and industrial products, has opened the expanded alkoxylation facilities on Jurong Island in Singapore. The nearly £18 million capital investment will more than double the capacity at the site. The inauguration ceremony was officiated by Dr. Nick Challoner, President of Croda Asia Pacific and the guest-of-honour, … Read more