Axel Grimm of BASF presents plastics and special effect pigments that give cosmetics packaging interesting functional, visual, and even tactile effects. photo: BASF
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Sirona Biochem Corp, biotechnology company specializing in carbohydrate chemistry technology, including the development of diabetes and obesity therapeutics, cosmeceuticals and biological ingredients, announced today it has identified a novel depigmenting agent for use as a skin lightener in creams and other cosmetics products. "The development of this depigmenting agent marks the start of Sirona Biochem’s … Read more
There are of course lots of modern surfactants, but products such as sodium laureth sulphate (SLS) can, on sensitive skin, cause problems. Amino acid-based surfactants on the other hand have been shown to be skin-friendly even when used on a daily basis. Martina Spiegel presents the findings of skin irritation tests, efficacy tests and consumer … Read more
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CremerCOOR® PPD 810 veg. (INCI Propanediol Dicaprylate/Caprate) is a unique odorless, colorless and low viscous emollient with good spreading properties. The sources for our product are 100% vegetable. In addition to a soft and non greasy skin feeling, it acts as an excellent solubilizer of lipophilic UV-filter and as a wetting and suspending agent for … Read more
BASF SE and Purac, a subsidiary of CSM nv, today announce the start of negotiations to form a joint venture for the production of bio-based succinic acid. The companies have been conducting research under a joint development agreement on bio-based succinic acid since 2009. The complementary strengths in fermentation and downstream processing led to the … Read more
The simultaneous launch of three stores in Mumbai sets the tone for our ambitious expansion plans in India. The men in Mumbai don’t stand a chance! FACES COSMETICS, the International makeup, skincare and personal accessories brand from Canada is all set to storm Mumbai. Hot on the heels of its stupendous success in Pune and … Read more
IMCD Malaysia opens IMCD Personal Care Application Laboratory Asia Pacific in Glenmarie Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia which will service the customers in Asia-Pacific. Mr. Piet van der Slikke, IMCD Group’s CEO, says about the event: “We regard penetration of research & development crucial for business growth. Our customers value the support we give in solving … Read more
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DianaPlantSciences spearheads the activities of Diana Group in biosciences with a unique expertise in the environmentallyfriendly production of natural ingredients from plant cell culture. True to its mission to deliver „Performance from Nature“, Diana-PlantSciences actively develops potent phytoactives and tailored organoleptic solutions to help its clients meet market demand while providing a sustainable sourcing respectful … Read more
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Sucragel from Alfa Chemicals, distributed by Impag, is a liquid emulsifier system of natural origin and is also a good thickener for all nonpolar lipids. The product range is based on sugar derivatives and makes the interesting properties of sugar esters available in a user-friendly form. Using Sucragel it is easy to produce highly viscous … Read more
A synergistic acquisition strengthening Unipex’s position in the cosmetic and personal care industry. Unipex, a leading Company in the field of innovative active ingredients for the cosmetics industry, announces today that it has acquired Lucas Meyer Cosmetics, a leading supplier of natural cosmetic functional ingredients, delivery systems, and active ingredients. This acquisition will expand the … Read more
Firmenich has inaugurated its new Natural Ingredients Innovation Center in Grasse, France. After 2 years of transformation, the Center in Grasse with its state of the art innovation labs, modernized extraction workshops, new capacities in the fields of molecular distillation and rectification, and several CO2 extractors is a solution for innovating in the field of … Read more
Organic Monitor’s first Asia-Pacific edition of its Sustainable Cosmetics Summit will take place in Hong Kong on 7-8th November. Natural & organic beauty is chosen as the primary focus of the summit because research shows the Asian region is lagging in terms of production and consumption of these products. Although the continent has over 3.5 … Read more
Lonza Group, a supplier to the pharmaceutical, healthcare and life science industries, and Arch Chemicals, a global biocides company providing solutions to destroy or to selectively inhibit the growth of harmful microorganisms, announced today that they have signed an agreement pursuant to which Lonza has agreed to commence a tender offer for 100 percent of … Read more
Spirit, a Quadpack Group company, has introduced a great new promotional item for cosmetics companies. The Konjac Sponge is an all-natural product that cleanses and moisturises skin with or without soap. Already known in Japan for its health-giving properties, it addresses today’s consumer preference for organic products. Konjac is made completely of vegetable fibres and … Read more
UV radiation is one of the key responsible for hair proteins and lipids oxidation which degrade the hair causing a loss in strength, shine and color. Sunlight alters the amino acids of the cuticle more intensely than those of the cortex, because the outermost layers of the hair fibers receive more intense radiation. This alteration … Read more
Through a hand-made, patent-pending process, the hair is carefully crafted into a swirl pattern in the head of the brush. Perfect for applying and softening foundation, pairs best with baked makeup, and the rounded brush shape and grooved center fits the face well, and assists in great product pickup, as well as perfect blending application. … Read more
Price increase of up to 10% Evonik Industries announced a price increasef up to 10 % for its ersonal care ingredients business, effective for all deliveries as of uly 1st, 2011. The price increase is prompted by higher cost of raw materials and feedstocks, as well as regulatory, energy, transportation and packaging cost drivers. As … Read more
DSM announces a new study demonstrating that free lutein has a 23% higher absorption than lutein esters According to a study published in June 2011 in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition, free lutein has a better bioavailability or absorption than lutein esters, enabling a higher utilization by the body. Lutein and zeaxanthin … Read more
Dr. Jörg Münzenberg of Evonik explains how moisture-rich products can be produced in powder form using the new Powder-to-Cream formulation concept. To the surprise of the consumer, the powder turns into a cream when applied! picture: Valua Vitaly, Fotolia.com
Rexam PLC, the global consumer packaging company, announces that it has agreed to sell its beverage and speciality closures business (“Closures”) to Berry Plastics for $360m in cash, subject to certain asset adjustments. Completion is expected in Q3 2011 and is conditional on regulatory approvals. The Closures business employs about 1,500 people and is focused … Read more