After 20 years, a member of the owner family is returning to the Executive Management in the person of Roland Altenburger. Jürg Koller, former CEO for Switzerland, will be responsible for the company’s future growth strategy and internationalisation in his position as Group CEO.    After studying business administration at the University of Zurich, Roland … Read more

Givaudan, the global supplier of flavours and fragrances, has completed the acquisition of Expressions Parfumées, a French fragrance creation house, from its current shareholders, Orfite and Expressions Parfumées’ management. Founded in Grasse in 1982, Expressions Parfumées is a pioneer of natural fragrance compounds and offers its NATCO range of perfumes designed to adapt to any … Read more

IFF and Frutarom announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which IFF will acquire Frutarom in a cash and stock transaction valued at approximately $7.1 billion, including the assumption of Frutarom’s net debt. Under the terms of the agreement, which has been unanimously approved by the Boards of Directors of both companies, … Read more

From 6 to 7 June 2018 more than 400 exhibitors and represented companies – including more than 60 new exhibitors – will present their innovative solutions for future cosmetic products at the MOC Munich. Our selection reveals the new developments in packaging. BB med, Hall 4, Stand D18 BB med present their new Cosmos-compliant scent. … Read more

With sales of EUR 11.9 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. The main segments served are the automotive, construction, wood processing and furniture, and electrical and … Read more

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Croda International Plc recently launched their latest water-in-oil emulsifier, Cithrol PGTL. Not only is this high-performance emulsifier 100% bio-based, it is also a great alternative to traditional PEG based systems. Recognising the desire of the consumer for formulations with great texture and sensory, Cithrol PGTL allows for the creation of a variety of unexpected formulation … Read more

Sabinsa Corporation announces that Dr Umar Jan has been named Resident Director of Sabinsa Europe. For over four years in his previous position as Prokurist and Technical Sales Manager for Sabinsa Europe, he handled the scientific aspects of sales, describing the company’s robust portfolio of proprietary, research-backed ingredients. Prior to joining Sabinsa, he spent 10 … Read more

Azelis has signed an agreement to acquire a 100% ownership of SammiChem Co (“Sammi”), a distributor of personal care ingredients in South Korea. The company, that specialises in cosmetics, is located in Seoul and employs 17 employees, who will be joining the Azelis team. With this acquisition, Azelis establishes presence in South Korea and is … Read more

Ingredients | 20 years ago Nivea used Q10, an ingredient that fosters skin functions in several ways, for the first time. How does this anti-ageing ingredient work and what are the benefits when combined with creatine?

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Roquette announced the launch of an innovative and dedicated offering of high-performing and natural-based specialties for the Cosmetics market.

Biesterfeld Spezialchemie has extended its sales partnership with Sytheon to Germany, Russia and Benelux. As a result of the fruitful sales cooperation in Spain, Biesterfeld is strengthening its partnership with Sytheon in Europe and expanding its product portfolio by adding a unique range of proprietary and patented active ingredients for the cosmetics industry. The portfolio … Read more

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“Today’s health-conscious and responsible-minded consumers want cosmetics that support their lifestyle and sense of wellbeing. Demand for sustainably sourced products that help protect and beautify skin and hair is increasing steadily.”  Dirk Mampe, Vice President Business Management Personal Care Specialties Europe. The 4 Elements of Personal Care All over the world, people are looking for … Read more

The BSB Innovation Award for cosmetics, natural cosmetics and ingredients has been awarded for the 16th time ‑ this time in Amsterdam. Organiser of the award is the BSB consulting and service office Dr Riedel. These are the winners: Actives: 1. MossCellTec No. 1, Mibelle Biochemistry 2.SymControl Care, Symrise 3. B-Circadin, Clariant Functionals 1. SymGuard … Read more

The Innovation Zone Best Ingredient Awards 2018 celebrate the most cutting-edge personal care ingredients that have been launched in the past six months in the three categories: Best Active Ingredient, Best Functional Ingredient and the Green Ingredient Award. Best active ingredient 1.       MossCellTec, Mibelle Biochemistry: 2.       Seboclear-MP, Rahn 3.       Ecobiotys, Silab   Best functional ingredient … Read more

Jennifer Clancy has joined Lonza’s Consumer Product Ingredients (CPI) business as Senior Director of Global Marketing. She will be introduced to customers at in-cosmetics Global 2018 at the Lonza Stand E80, from 17-19 April in Amsterdam. (NL). Based in Allendale, NJ (USA), Clancy is responsible for strategic development and execution of all marketing initiatives to … Read more

Greentech launches Acnilys for Acne-prone skin Acne is an inflammatory disease of the pilo-sebaceous follicle. Acnilys is a multifunctional and plant-based active derived from the Rhodomyrtus tomentosa berry, which acts on this pathophysiology by intervening on all the pathways involved to prevent skin disorders and imperfections of oily skin. A triple action restores the balance … Read more

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This year Covestro presents its sustainable solutions with biodegradable polymers and bio-based product line: Baycusan®eco. This new naturally derived ingredient line offers high-performance properties and acts as film forming agents for hair, sun/skin and makeup applications. Curious?  Come and visit us at our booth #E100! Film formers and sensory additive for innovative & high-performance cosmetic … Read more

Seppic and Ecovia Renewables have entered into a partnership to develop and market high-performing, biobased and biodegradable polymers. Due to growing environmental awareness and increasing focus on health and wellness, consumers are looking more and more for natural and sustainable products. Seppic and Ecovia Renewables are partnering to offer high-performance and environmental-friendly ingredients to manufacturers … Read more

European distributor of raw materials for the pharmaceutical, dietary, food, feed, cosmetics and perfumery industries for 30 years, Quimdis has strengthened its presence in one of the main markets in Europe with the opening of a new branch in Germany. Present in France (headquarter in Levallois and industrial site in Grasse), Italy, Spain, Morocco and … Read more