How to keep creams germ-free
The modern way of preserving a product means making a product unattractive for germs but highly attractive for consumers. Today’s challenges involved in this are described in this short history of cosmetic preservation.
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Enhancing sensory effects naturally
Jens Müller from Nouryon talks about the current situation concerning synthetic ingredients, microplastics, their replacements and how to obtain sophisticated sensory performance with native and chemically modified starches, biopolymers and with the help of the company’s Formulation Triangle.
Tuben: Optimiert für die Circular Economy
Bei der Verpackung der Zukunft dreht sich alles um die Kreislaufwirtschaft. Vor allem bei Kunststoffen sind ressourcenschonende Lösungen gefragt. Deshalb arbeiten die Marktteilnehmer enger zusammen und entwickeln neue Designstandards für Verpackungen. Für Tuben gibt es noch keine offiziellen Anforderungen, aber keine Sorge – wir haben den Minimalkonsens der bestehenden Recycling-Richtlinien für Kunststoffverpackungen in einem kurzen … Read more
Indie brands: Stand out from the crowd
The road to success for indie brands can be long and challenging. Imogen Matthews, Consultant to In-Cosmetics, has picked a number of interesting indie brand concepts that show what it takes to succeed.
Black, beautiful and natural
African and black consumers around the globe are embracing the natural texture of their hair. What tailored hair product solutions exist to suit their texture preferences and to address their specific hair issues and styling choices?
Formulations 2019: Creams & more
Do you seek inspiration for the development of new creams, lotions, masks, oils, scrubs and exfoliating products? Then our selection here might prove useful.
For an ice-fresh appearance
What does a glacier bacterium have to do with the ageing process of sleep-deprived skin? Christina Pickel from Mibelle Group Biochemistry explains.
Additional information: For an ice-fresh appearance
This is a sample formulation which uses Mibelle’s ingredient IceAwake which was developed to support the skin in coping with cellular stresses due to lack of sleep.
Adjusting epigenetics naturally
More and more natural ingredients are capable of having an impact on gene expressions. The better we know our biochemical pathways, the easier it becomes to leverage natural ingredients to produce positive epigenetic effects.
Adaptogen for improved skin health and well-being
Adaptogenic ingredients that increase the skin’s adaptability are the latest trend. AnnonaSense CLR which potently interacts with our skin’s endocannabinoid system, has relevant adaptogenic activity. In addition, it reduces skin sensitivity and itching while improving skin appearance and feel.
Additional information: International launches in innovative cosmeceuticals and special needs treatments
Find out about all the details about Mintel’s latest product selection in the field of innovative cosmeceuticals and special needs treatments.
Additional information: Adaptogen for improved skin health and well-being
The new adaptogenic ingredient AnnonaSense which is an answer to the current trend of adaptogens in personal care products is used in the sample formulations Derma IQ Sleep Well Night Care OW and Natural Face and Body Lotion. The new ingredient is obtained from Cherimoya, an edible fruit originating from South America.
Additional information: Adjusting epigenetics naturally
Here you will find some additional information on the following ingredients:
Loquat Leaf Extract CA from Maruzen Pharmaceuticals, Beauté by Roquette GA 290 from Roquette, Peony Root Extract BG from Maruzen Pharmaceuticals, Majestic Mane BCR from BCR Bio Component Research, Volugro BCR from BCR Bio Component Research
Formulations 2019: Sprays & more
Sprays, foams and gel formulations have gained tremendously in popularity lately. Our broad choice of formulations from a variety of personal care categories reflects this trend and serves as a source of inspiration.
Wanted – microbiome- friendly products
What role do microorganisms play in healthy skin? This topic is one of today’s most promising areas of dermatological research. No wonder that the development of microbiome-friendly cosmetic products has a tremendous potential.
Applicators made to measure
Consumers are always looking for improved gadgets to make product application better and easier. Texen has now come up with Beautifull Lips – our Star of the Month. This new applicator technology features five applicators for both cosmetic and care products.
Latest colour cosmetics trends
Events | We have selected the most convincing innovations presented at this year’s MakeUp in Paris and MakeUp in New York. Apart from interesting new green concepts, there were some new approaches to applications, formulations and ingredients.
Green chemistry gaining ground
While in recent years, it has been a trend to launch green, sustainable, renewable and circular-economy-based ingredients, it is now becoming the norm, explains Andrea Mitarotonda. Upcycling is another strong development that is gaining in importance both in the development of new ingredients and also in packaging.
Clean beauty at its best
Nø make up stands for clean beauty and will also provide ocean-friendly packaging and waterless products in the near future. Find out more about this new brand in the interview with Andreas J. Kroll, the creator of the brand.
Meet the industry in Berlin
Events | The 66th SEPAWA Congress will be held at the Estrel Congress Centre in Berlin from 23–25 October 2019. Read our exclusive preview featuring the cosmetics ingredients to be presented at the show.