Imogen Matthews explains why hair care is becoming an increasing focus for global beauty brands and is likely to lead to the expansion of existing consumer routines. She points out why many innovations originate from Asia and shows that consumers in Central America are more experimental with their hair care routines than European customers. Imogen … Read more
Amy Falvey from BAMA highlights the innovation potential, new technologies and sustainable solutions that drive the aerosol industry. She explains why dry shampoo is a stand-out product regarding design and innovation and she also gives an outlook on the future of aerosols as well as on the future of personal care packaging in general. Aerosol … Read more
Prof Dr Cornelia M. Keck from the University of Marburg explains to what extent innovative formulations, smart carriers and instrumental cosmetics can help to slow down the ageing process. In this article, you will learn how life expectancy developed, what causes ageing and what actives you should use when formulating anti-ageing products. You will get … Read more
Martina Heldermann from KahlWax explains why traditional waxes and more modern solutions are both good choices for hair styling formulations. In this article, you will learn about the drawbacks you have to face when formulating hair gels with polymers. You will find out about the benefits of hair creams, fibres, clays, pastes, muds, and putties and … Read more
What new products will be presented at this year’s SEPAWA in Berlin on 18–20 October? Find out more in COSSMA’s exclusive preview. This year’s 64th SEPAWA Congress will take place in Berlin for the first time. The show will take place at the Estrel Congress & Exhibition Center Berlin. 350 suppliers in the cosmetics and … Read more
La Prairie celebrates the art of dispensing: La Prairie’s Skin Caviar Absolute Filler, COSSMA’s Star of the Month in September, shows that product development is comparable to the creation of an artwork. La Prairie partnered with the exhibition Art Basel and this new packaging is a result of this cooperation. Balanced Proportions Skin Caviar Absolute Filler … Read more
COSSMA’s exclusive preview highlights a selection of product launches to be expected at this year’s 30th Luxe Pack in Monaco from October 2–4, 470 exhibitors from 29 countries will be at the show presenting innovations in packaging, materials, usages, and technologies. In addition, 36 new exhibitors will be presenting innovations including metal stickers, perfumed ceramics, … Read more
The presented facts about silicones attempt to balance a debate that focuses on exploiting the label ‘free from’ and on myths about the properties of cosmetic ingredients. Trend "Silicone-Free" The trend to market ‘silicone-free’ products is growing. But why is it that we suddenly want to replace tried and tested substances? After all, the truth … Read more
Drawing from her Cuban-American heritage, Elle Morris from the Clientist shares how beauty and the mindsets of racially diverse women are evolving in America. The Browning of America Beauty companies are trying to evolve their offerings as it is clear the average American consumer will no longer resemble the Western European beauty standard. By 2050, … Read more
At Cosmetic Business on the 21st and 22nd of June, more than 400 exhibitors and represented companies will be exhibiting their latest developments in the MOC Events Centre in Munich. Find out more in COSSMA’s preview article. Bomo Trendline: Duo Cosmetic Pen System Bomo Trendline, Hall 2, Stand C25, presents its Duo Cosmetic Pen System. … Read more
Strengthening hair is not the only hot topic in hair care. Find the latest ingredient solutions for this and other hair care issues in this article from COSSMA 6/2017. Fighting against dandruff, itching, dryness… Croda’s Apiscalp fights against dandruff, itching, dryness and hyperseborrhea to provide comfort to both an oily and dry scalp. Procapil supports … Read more
In what way do air pollutants damage the skin? And how can this be prevented? Meike Streker, Cosmetic Scientist, Consultant and Lecturer at University of Hamburg Cosmetics Sciences in Hamburg, Germany, gives details in her article in COSSMA 5/2017. 2010: First study on air pollution and skin quality Since Dr Andrea Vierkötter et al. published … Read more
Interview | Beauty Forward II is the second edition of Clariant’s insights into trends, related consumer profiles and the company’s formulation inspirations, designed to help speed-to-market strategies and stay one step ahead of the competition.
COSSMA’s value-adding solutions for body care products include ingredients, formulation concepts and the replacement of microplastic beads. Learn more about BASF’s surfactant-based compound for water-free shower oils and oil baths or about Greentech’s slimming active acts on four new targets at the heart of adipocytes. New compound especially for water-free shower oils BASF’s Plantapon WW … Read more
Belinda Carli from the IPCS explains what methods can be used for the delivery of actives to target sites. She points out that various methods help enhance delivery of actives to target sites and that no delivery system suits all formulation types. CSDE1703_12_Carli.pdf
Be prepared to find fascinating new developments from international Cosmopack exhibitors, March 16 19 in Bologna. 2,604 companies (94 more than 2016) from 69 countries worldwide will be exhibiting at the 50th edition of Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna from March 17 to 20, 2017. 73% of them come from foreign countries. This year’s 29 Country Pavilions … Read more
Guylaine Le Loarer from Börlind explains in her interview with COSSMA how the ingredients of the brand’s most innovative products work. She poins out that the company’s systematic series address individual consumer needs. Le Loarer, head of R&D, explains that she tries to consistently implementing the principles of sustainability into the Börlind products. COSSMA: What … Read more
Vitamin D synthesis is vital for humans. Do sunscreens reduce the production of vitamin D?
A ‘healthy’ tan or summer glow is often desirable for Caucasian skin types but with the dangers of UV light and traditional tanning, the use of self-tanning products has become more popular than ever. Not only restricted to the summer season, tanning agents are commonly used throughout the year to achieve a golden or bronzed … Read more
COSSMA’s selection shows some of the latest solutions ranging from glass and caps to folding boxes – also with eco-friendly approaches. Caps – from elegant to colourful Linhardt and RPC have introduced an extruded tube with a Zeller Plastik coloured flip-top cap with marble effect. This effect is obtained by using one base colour and … Read more