International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
Sanmark and German ingredient manufacturer Gustav Heess launched a new Chinese joint venture. The new company will trade as, SanHeess Ltd. and will focus on supplying an extensive line of natural ingredients to the cosmetics industry in China. Sanmark spokesman Mark Bolier, said in a statement: “The demand for natural ingredients in cosmetics is growing … Read more
Silab, a company specialized in natural cosmetic active ingredients, received the Gold Award for its concept Vederine at the “Innovation Zone – Best Ingredient Award” ceremony. Rich in oligofructosans purified from chicory (Cichorium intybus), Vederine is an active restructuring ingredient capable of restoring cutaneous homeostasis modified with age by activating the key receptor of the … Read more
Symrise has been active on the Chinese market for thirty years. It all began in 1982 with the registration of “JV 003” as the third joint venture in Shanghai. This made Symrise the first international supplier of fragrances in mainland China. At the time, the company was called Cosfra-Florasynth, and became Symrise in 2003. Today, … Read more
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The Merck KGaA is hosting Merck’s 1st Dermocosmetic Forum on February 18–19, 2013. The forum is geared toward dermocosmetic formulators and marketing strategists; the goal of this comprehensive forum is to explore innovative approaches for dermocosmetics by bringing together professionals from the pharmaceutical, chemical and cosmetics industries. The two-day event will address numerous dermocosmetic issues, … Read more
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As a European distributor of raw material specialities, it is Velox’s mission to be a reliable partner to our providers and customers and to provide them with competent, individual and rapid service.As a strongly customer-orientated company, VELOX understands the value of building personal relationships to provide its customers and business partners with rapid, tailored advice … Read more
The Scent & Care division posted sales of € 671 million for the first nine months – a 10 % increase on the previous year’s figure of € 610 million. At local currency, sales were up 7 %. Scent & Care particularly continued rapid growth in the Life Essentials, Oral Care and Fine Fragrances application … Read more
Evonik’s endeavour to build a new production facility for cosmetics and consumer goods in Americana in the Brazilian state of São Paulo is moving ahead rapidly. The mid-double-digit million euro investment will go on stream 2014 and will create around 80 new jobs in total. The total production capacity of around 50,000 metric tons p.a. … Read more
Das Vorhaben von Evonik, in Americana im brasilianischen Bundesstaat São Paulo eine neue Anlage für die Produktion von Inhaltsstoffen für den Kosmetik- und Haushaltkonsumgütermarkt zu errichten, macht rasche Fortschritte. Die Investition im mittleren zweistelligen Millionen-Euro-Bereich wird 2014 in Betrieb gehen und insgesamt 80 neue Arbeitsplätze schaffen. Die Produktionskapazität von insgesamt rund 50.000 Tonnen pro Jahr … Read more
Ashland Specialty Ingredients dedicated a new Care Specialties Technical Center in Mumbai, India, to better support producers of personal and home care products in India and Southeast Asia. The facility at Jaswanti Landmark, located in the heart of Mumbai, will serve as a focal point for the research and development (R&D) work Ashland conducts on … Read more
Before the official start of the 59th annual Sepawa event, which takes place from October 23rd to 25th, 2012, in Fulda, you have the chance to read about some of the selected highlights in COSSMA 10/2012. photo: Clariant
Germany based Dr. Straetmans GmbH decided to shift the distribution for the United Kingdom and Ireland to Rahn (UK) Ltd. By doing so, they extend their distribution activities with Rahn that already exists for two decades in other regions. Dr. Straetmans and Rahn are now teaming up with an organization that is already sharing a … Read more
Sederma has been awarded by Frost & Sullivan with the 2012 European New Product Innovation Award for its product Legance, anti-ageing for leg care. This Award, based on Frost & Sullivan’s unique Team Research methodology, highlights the achievements of companies who deliver best practices in their respective industries. The selection of this Award comes through … Read more
The premier Latin American edition of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit came to a successful close last week, bringing together over 160 executives from the cosmetics & related industries. The summit highlighted key areas for sustainable development in the regional cosmetics industry: translate high awareness of green issues into demand for sustainable products, address social impacts, … Read more
Vantage Specialty Chemicals has purchased Desert Whale Jojoba Company, a US grower, producer and processor of jojoba and jojoba-based derivatives, oils and specialty ingredients. The purchase includes Desert Whale’s farms where the company grows and harvests jojoba. This acquisition complements Vantage Specialty Chemical’s global personal care business under the Lipo brand, strengthening its offering of … Read more
Soliance has developed the oligosaccharide Hydreïs, aimed at restoring the skin’s barrier function. This active ingredient, tested in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo, is intended to be a 3-in-1 solution for skin rehydration, restructure and repair. Read more in COSSMA 10/2012 photo: Soliance
Dr. Christian Rimpler, General Director at Dr. Rimpler Cosmetics, presents the philosophy behind the company’s two main brands, “Dr. Rimpler” and “Isabelle Lancray”.
Finding alternatives to the benefits offered by the versatility of silicones is a challenge. Martina Heldermann shows that the Ecocert certified, all natural, LexFeel N series, thanks to their multifunctional properties, can be used as cost-effective alternatives to Dimethicones and Cyclomethicones with convincing sensorial properties. photo: Corrado, Shutterstock.com
Separate Panels – Facets of Sustainability – Focus on Customers and Retail – Cosmetics are going greener This years´ Natural Cosmetics Conference on September 25 & 26 will once again present a multi-faceted program. For the second time, the Conference at the Ellington Hotel Berlin offers the entire beauty trade an international platform for intensive … Read more
In-cosmetics, the tradeshow featuring personal care ingredients, has announced the return of its Lifetime Achievement Award. The award has been established to recognise and honour outstanding individuals who have made a significant and lasting impact on the industry, while at the same time earning the respect and admiration of professional colleagues. This is the second … Read more
Petra Schlegel of Greentech explains in her article in COSSMA 9/2012 which actives, obtained from phytohormones, can be used particularly effectively in combating the unwelcome impact of the menopause. photo: Elena Ray, Shutterstock.com