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INOLEX Inc. : Range of succinate technologies as natural silicone alternatives

By Dorothea Michaelis

INOLEX Inc. are commercializing a range of succinate technologies as natural silicone alternatives; the LexFeel N range of fluids feel like silicones, yet unlike silicones, they are 100% natural, readily-biodegradable, non-GMO, eco-certified and sustainable. INOLEX Inc. , has launched a new range of 100% natural and sustainable emollients, using bio-based succinic acid from BioAmber. These succinate … Read more

AkzoNobel’s Personal Care novelties at SEPAWA

By Angelika Meiss

In the Forum for Innovation Michael Russell explained how to achieve multi-functional benefits with film-forming polymers in ethanol-based sunscreen sprays.” The presentation highlighted the features and benefits of continuous spray sunscreens. The findings presented by Russell detailed the skin barrier benefits conveyed by continuous spray products. He also showed data supporting an additional benefit: the … Read more

Sederma’s Beautifeye recognised with the Best New Ingredient Award

By Angelika Meiss

Sederma has been awarded with the Best New Ingredient Award Asia 2013 for its product Beautifeye, the first active ingredient of its kind demonstrated to have a lifting action on the sagging upper eyelid. Thanks to its double-action, Beautifeye strengthens the dermal structure and increases its contractile properties, it lifts the fold of the eyelid … Read more

In-cosmetics 2014 in Hamburg for formulating new beauty

By Angelika Meiss

Home to cosmetic giants such as Beiersdorf, as well as many other beauty brands and suppliers, Hamburg is the setting for the next edition of in-cosmetics which returns to Germany on 1 – 3 April 2014. The global personal care industry is thriving and according to Cosmetics Europe, the Personal Care Association, Germany is Europe’s … Read more

Induchem’s Neodermyl wins 3rd innovation award

By Angelika Meiss

Induchem’s latest active ingredient, Neodermyl, has been recognized for the third time during In-Cosmetics Asia 2013 show in Bangkok. After being honored during In Cosmetics Paris with the Gold award as well as in SEPAWA tradeshow with an Innovation Award, Induchem received an award for Neodermyl for the third time: "finalist best new ingredient". Neodermyl … Read more

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INOLEX Inc. New, Natural Emollients for Personal Care

By Dorothea Michaelis

INOLEX Inc.  has launched a new range of 100% natural and sustainable emollients, using bio-based succinic acid from BioAmber. The market for personal care esters is valued at over $500 million. The new succinate emollients are highly-versatile because of their sensory properties and outstanding ability to disperse pigments.  These fluids can be used in skin … Read more

Dr. Heiko Prade new Director R&D at CLR

By Angelika Meiss

Dr. Heiko Prade joined CLR as Director R&D. Prior to this he held different functions in leading cosmetic companies. He began his career in the early 90ies at Dralle in Hamburg. During the many years in the personal care industry, he collected comprehensive R&D experience focusing on skin & hair care research. Heiko Prade succeeds … Read more

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Kewpie: Hyabest® (S) LF-P: An Ideal Hyaluronic Acid for Skin-beauty Supplements

By Dorothea Michaelis

Since 1983,the Kewpie Corporation of Japan has been producing a wide range of Hyaluronic Acid products, along with its sodium salt. Through these efforts it has become one of the world’s leading producers, based on the products’ high degree of refinement and scientifically proven quality. Food grade Hyabest® (S) LF-P, developed specially for products that … Read more

New safety assessments for Rahn Cosmetic Actives

By Angelika Meiss

The new EC Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 entered into force with the aim to protect and improve the health and safety of consumers of cosmetic products. Since July 2013 manufacturers of cosmetic products have been legally required to prepare a PIF (product information file) including a cosmetic product safety assessment. However, the preparation of safety assessments … Read more

Clariant divests Detergents & Intermediates Business

By Angelika Meiss

Clariant, a global supplier of in specialty chemicals, has signed an agreement to divest its Detergents & Intermediates business to International Chemical Investors Group (ICIG). The total consideration of the sale amounts to CHF 58 million, out of which 20 million will be in cash at closing. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals. “Having … Read more

Natural cosmetics: Technical & sustainability issues persist

By Angelika Meiss

Although the palette of green materials has widened in recent years, Organic Monitor finds cosmetic formulators still face many technical and sustainability issues when using natural ingredients. Preservation remains the number one technical hurdle for formulators of natural and organic personal care products. Although many green materials have become available for preservation, no single material … Read more

Safic-Alcan acquires Laserson

By Angelika Meiss

Safic-Alcan, an international distribution group of chemical specialties, has acquired Laserson, a French chemical distributor. About Laserson Laserson is a french distributor of specialty ingredients for the cosmetic and pharma industries. The company supplies a large portfolio of ingredients. Based in Etampes – France, Laserson employs 21 people and achieved sales revenues of € 17.5 … Read more

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Inolex Launches New, Natural Emollients for Personal Care Made with BioAmber Succinic Acid

By Dorothea Michaelis

Inolex, a leader in the development of innovative ingredients for the personal care and cosmetics industries has launched a new range of 100% natural and sustainable emollients, using bio-based succinic acid from BioAmber. These succinate emollients have the highly appealing and differentiated sensory feel of silicone fluids, including feeling silky, powdery, light, dry and non-greasy … Read more

Seppic receives Pierre Potier Award

By Angelika Meiss

Seppic, a subsidiary of the Air Liquide group, is this year’s recipient of Pierre Potier Award for its Simulsol SL7 G innovation. The Pierre Potier Award singles out the innovations in the chemical industry that promote sustainable development. The Alkyl PolyGlucoside is a highly efficient bio-based hydrotrope* derived from natural plant sources. This product is … Read more

A balancing of resources or a “greenwashing” act? Just how green is the blue planet?

By Dorothea Michaelis

How do consumers view the subjects of sustainability and certification in the cosmetics business? This was a question asked by the skin care working party at SEPAWA, and appropriate research was ordered, to be carried out by the Dialego market research institute. Dr. Vera Maienschein of Impag summarised the most important findings. In her article … Read more

Sustainable Cosmetics Summit in Paris: 21-23d of October

By Angelika Meiss

Cosmetic companies are making slow progress in reducing their packaging footprints. Although the cosmetics industry has become preoccupied with green initiatives, few steps have been made to tackle the environmental impact of packaging. Most developments are occurring in ecodesign, with many brands reducing packaging materials by changing design structures. But more radical solutions involving materials … Read more

Innospec acquires Chemsil & Chemtec

By Angelika Meiss

Innospec Inc. has acquired Chemsil Silicones Inc and the Chemtec Chemical Co., from its private owners. Chemsil develops and markets silicone-based formulations to the personal care industry. Chemtec, which distributes a wide range of personal care ingredients, is focused on customers on the West Coast. The companies have combined sales of $40 million. Commenting on … Read more

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