Content type: article

Protective Probiotics

by

The positive effects of probiotics on skin health are well known. A new manufacturing process makes it possible to combine the benefits of a probiotic for skin care with the use of traditional cosmetic ingredients.

Noble and ecological accents

by

Sustainable decoration | Appealing packaging with an eye-catcher is needed to draw consumers in at first glance. However, metallic decorations used to require a lot of material. Paolo Grasso presents a new technology that offers great potential for improvement from an ecological point of view.

The „Big 5“ active ingredients

by

Classics | Unlike in the modern and sometimes short-lived trend segment, medically oriented cosmetics rely on classics. Active ingredients, that have been used successfully for a long time and are considered to be stable. The following essay sheds light on the “Big Five” among the classics, their functional properties and the variants currently used in cosmetic products.

Treasures of the apple

by

Sustainability | Active ingredients obtained from food production waste are on the rise. David Manzano and Clara Vigo show how an ingredient obtained from apple pomace closes the cycle of sustainability and at the same time improves skin health.

Inner values matter

by

When it comes to optimal use of airless systems, it is not only the technology itself that plays a role, but also the inside. Marco Costatino knows how important the filling and the formulation are.

One blend – two functions

by

The task of emulsifiers is to combine non-miscible liquids such as water and oil in cosmetic products to form an emulsion. A new blend of natural emulsifiers also shows antimicrobial properties. Nargiza Cakir, Dr Malte Sietzen and Dr Fernando Ibarra have studied the advantages that result in the manufacture of cosmetic products.

Exciting evolution

by

The packaging of a cosmetic product has the task of protecting its content, while also making it available to the consumer. Airless systems combine safety and, at the same time, convenient delivery of the product. Anne-Laure Khouri explains the technology behind it and the latest developments.

New ways for preservatives

by

Preservatives are necessary to extend the shelf life of cosmetics. But they do not have a good reputation with customers. Barbara Olioso knows how they are currently developing in order to increase both acceptance and tolerance.

Protecting resources

by

One way to develop sustainable packaging can be to do without fossil raw materials. Ines Kandel and Mark Vester report on the development of a sustainable alternative to conventional virgin plastic.

Truly sustainable?

by

Sustainable packaging should be as environmentally friendly as possible and may be made of recycled material. But how sustainable are the supposedly ecological forms of packaging? Malgorzata Chomiuk takes a critical look at a few raw materials and their recyclability.

May it be a little more?

by

Sandalwood is known for its special aroma. But the wood and the oil obtained from it also have powerful ingredients that can be used well for cosmetic products. Dr Dhanushka Hettiarachchi talks about the potential of oil.

Quality of natural ingredients

by

Especially with natural ingredients, quality but also sustainability in production plays a role if availability and price stability are to be maintained. Using the example of avocado oil, Sophia Steinmetz shows how a holistic, environmentally, and socially responsible concept for cosmetic ingredients can work.

Safe or dangerous?

by

With the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic, the need for hand sanitiser has increased rapidly and sharply. Manufacturers of cosmetics were asked to make their production capacities and know-how available. However, there are some important points that must be considered when producing disinfectants. Mauro Bleve knows what is important.

Proven claims

by

Social media can be a blessing and a curse on a brand’s image. Mojgan Moddaresi knows how companies can prevent false claims from spreading on the Internet.

Microplastic restriction in the EU

by

Since microplastics are a major environmental problem, the EU is currently preparing to introduce legal restrictions. The cosmetics industry is affected to a considerable extent. Sonia Antkowiak knows the problems to be expected and the first reactions to them.

The basic idea of sustainability

by

If a company wants to practice sustainability in its entirety, all aspects must be included, from the supply chain through production and sales to the employees. Tim Eaves knows what is important and shares his experiences.

Joy of playing included

by

When it comes to “no water” products, most consumers first think of soap bars. But there are many other forms of dosage forms with an exciting feel and interesting effects. Dr Elisabeth Streefland talks about a kind of sand that can be used for cosmetic products.

Sustainable value proposition

by

Acting completely sustainably as a company is a noble goal that involves immense efforts. In practical implementation, this requires many individual steps that ultimately lead to the goal in the long term. Gaelle Bathany reports on the path they have already taken.