International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
Ball delivers lighter weight aerosol packaging for Unilever Ball Corporation and Unilever have partnered to bring a more sustainable aluminum aerosol can to the market. The new Rexona and Sure anti-perspirant cans employ Ball’s ReAl technology. The newly created metal alloy that utilizes recycled content exhibits increased strength and allows Ball to lightweight its impact … Read more
Ecovia Intelligence is the new name for Organic Monitor. The re-launch of the specialist research, consulting and training firm which takes place this month reflects the broadening range of the organisation’s activities. Organic Monitor was established in 2001 with the mission to assist operators in the organic products industry by providing business intelligence. In its … Read more
Developed and produced in Germany using the finest natural ingredients and certified in accordance with stringent natural cosmetic standards: BIRKENSTOCK NATURAL CARE is a byword for health, outstanding quality and a conscious lifestyle. Select ingredients and unique combinations of active substances with proven benefits form the basis of this innovative care system that consciously does … Read more
Gattefossé has now achieved RSPO Mass Balance certification applied to its manufacturing site in France (Saint Priest). The company confirms its will to provide environmentally responsible cosmetic ingredients, by adopting the Mass Balance grade for a selection of its products. This grade allows the combination of RSPO certified and non-certified palm oils at any stage … Read more
The worldwide production capacity for bio-based polymers grew by 4% to 6.6 Million tonnes from 2015 to 2016. This represents a share of 2% of the global polymer market. The bio-based polymer turnover was about €13 billion worldwide in 2016 compared to €11 billion in 2014. Production capacity of bio-based polymers is forecasted to increase … Read more
Croda International, the supplier of cosmetic ingredients and technologies, received the NYSCC Award for Most Innovative Use of Green Chemistry at The Future of Sustainability conference. The company was recognised for its new 100% Bio-based Eco Range of ingredients. This range will enable its customers to deliver 100% renewable, high-performance products and to reduce the … Read more
Evonik has again substantially expanded its range of cosmetic ingredients certified in accordance with the standard of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO – MB). Customers in the cosmetics industry now have available more than 50 certified palm-oil based raw materials, including several specialties. “That corresponds to about 40 percent of our sales volume … Read more
Seppic has won the top prize for the most innovative functional ingredient at the In-Cosmetics Asia 2016 trade show, for Emogreen, a range of alternative emollients to silicone oils that are natural, biodegradable, and appealing to the touch. This award was bestowed by a panel of cosmetics experts. It recognizes a functional ingredient offering a … Read more
Sabo and Kaneka have announced their partnership for the Green Surfactant System “Sodium Surfactin”. After a successful collaboration to develop and co-patent the multifunctional Ingredient, Sabo Sol RF, Sabo and Kaneka will continue to work together in the research, development and production of products based on Sodium Surfactin. Sabo Sol RF is a patented innovation … Read more
When renewable raw materials such as palm oil and palm kernel oil are used, the main focus is on economic, environmental and social impacts along the entire supply chain – from field to shelf. Small farms produce around 40 percent of the world’s palm and palm kernel oil. An important question for the oil producing … Read more
International Flavors & Fragrances and Unilever announced a new partnership with non-governmental organizations to enhance the livelihoods of smallholder vetiver farmers in Haiti. The partnership, Vetiver Together, aims to sustainably improve food security, increase yields, and diversify income, while working to support women’s empowerment and environmental conservation. Vetiver oil is a common ingredient in many … Read more
The specialty chemicals company Evonik is now the first in the world to use biotech methods for producing industrial-scale quantities of high- quality surfactants – key components of modern shampoos, shower gels, and household cleansers. The achievement has been made possible by over five years of research and a unique combination of expertise in the … Read more
L’Oréal unveils its first Palm Oil Progress report highlighting the latest results and innovations implemented for 100% responsible sourcing of palm oil and palm oil derivatives. L’Oréal uses less than 400 tons of palm oil per year but purchases derivatives in a quantity equivalent to 60,000 tons of palm oil. L’Oréal’s consumption remains low, representing … Read more
In order to better meet the growing demands of the international cosmetics market, Olvea has built a new factory. The inauguration of the new plant took place in the presence of Stéphane Sanou, Minister of Trade, Industry and Handicrafts, representing the President of Burkina Faso, as well as ambassadors from France, Denmark and the European … Read more
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BEAUTY FORUM GREECE – WINTER 2015, the 17th International Trade Fair of Professional Beauty Products And Services took place from the 31st of October until the 2nd of November 2015, at the Mediterranean Exhibition Center – MEC, in Paiania, Athens. 179 exhibitors and 20.287 entrances came to this meeting for every branch of professional beauty. … Read more
International Flavors & Fragrances, a g global creator of flavours, fragrances and cosmetic actives for consumer products, announced that its membership application for Together for Sustainability (TfS) has been finalized and accepted. IFF is the first flavours and fragrances company to join TfS and enters into a growing consortium of multi-national companies committed to ensuring … Read more
Plastic debris in the marine environment and waterways is an issue of increasing public debate. Many sources of such debris have been identified and estimated. Scientific evidence[i] suggests that the vast majority of small plastic particles in the seas come from the breakdown of bigger plastic materials. Although often highlighted in the context of marine … Read more
The number of ethical labelling schemes is proliferating in the cosmetics industry. Growing consumer demand for eco-labelled products is behind this trend, however Organic Monitor questions the long term implications. Most label developments have been in the natural and organic cosmetics market. There are now over 30 symbols and labels that represent natural and organic … Read more
Clariant, a global supplier of specialty chemicals, chose its inaugural Sustainability Dialog on September 2, 2015 to announce new company-wide commitments. These included a commitment to zero-deforestation, an increasing focus on value chain collaboration, and continuous improvement of product portfolio on all sustainability levels. Clariant’s major announcements at the event included: • Commitment to sustainable … Read more