The beauty ingredient maker has announced recent advances in fermentation technology and posted new research data online that shows the advantages of formulating CBD skin care with the company’s biotech Neossance Squalane.
International beauty major L’Oréal has developed advanced sunscreen formulations that provide increased protection, improved sensorial experience, enhanced appearance and skin whitening.
At the start of March, the Personal Care Products Council held its annual meeting event, complete with educational panels, keynotes, and breakout sessions. This year’s topic was sustainability. And Cosmetics Design was there to connect with the experts,...
In February, UC announced a new option, in partnership with the chemical engineering department, for master’s degree students interested in cosmetic science.
Twelve weeks of supplementation with hydrolyzed eggshell membrane may improve hair thickness and growth, while also improving facial skin appearance, according to a randomized, double‐blind placebo‐controlled study.
In an article published late last year in the ACS journal Central Science, researchers document how polyethylene can be catalytically upcycled into liquid lubricants and waxes.
Clariant has developed a concentrated active from white mulberry tree root using a patented plant milking technology it says is a fundamental step towards ensuring beauty’s sustainable future.
Late last week, the multinational pharmaceutical company announced a partnership with dermatology biotech company Azitra to will leverage the skin microbiome in a whole new way.
At the 2019 SCC Annual Meeting and Technology Showcase in New York City, the Pennsylvania – based materials innovation company shwocased data illustrating how CBD can be incorporated into silicone gel elastomers.
Givaudan Active Beauty has unveiled its latest collection of natural botanical extracts, which have all been sustainably sourced from the Brazilian forests.
Beauty biotechnology will gain importance in the coming years, driven by environmental concerns and limited natural resources, but industry will have to work hard at creating positive consumer perceptions, says Royal DSM.
Special Edition Newsletter: Water Reduction Formulation
The waterless and water reduction trend is definitely continuing to grow as consumers reach out for products that are both more convenient, particularly for on-the-go, as well as more environmentally friendly.
In light of criticism by the Brazil government towards NGOs working towards protecting the Amazon region, Natura has come out in defense of environmental protection the region.
Royal DSM has entered an exclusive global alliance with French biochemical specialist Metex to deliver a cosmetic-grade 1.3 propanediol (PDO) ingredient, bio-sourced from non-GMO feedstocks.
The event, presented by The Eco Well, is an evening of conversation among cosmetic chemists, industry ingredient makers, and science communicators on the topic of sustainability.
Special Edition Newsletter: Water Reduction Formulation
As worries of freshwater supplies continue to mount, the cosmetics industry must challenge itself look to more unconventional sources of H2O, such as coconuts, birch tree water and seaweed, to reduce its freshwater footprint.
Special Edition: Biotechnology for Natural Formulation
Consumer desire for sustainable and natural cosmetics continues to fuel the surge in interest around plant cell culture technology, with huge advances made in the past ten years, academics say.
Biotechnology has been heralded as a less costly, more efficient means of producing a range of active ingredients for beauty and personal care, but perhaps the biggest advantage is the sustainability factor.
Late last month the specialty chemical and ingredient supply company welcomed press, local officials, and Vantage team members to an opening event for the newly rebuilt jojoba oil processing facility.
The Latin American Cosmetic, Personal care and Home Care Industries Association (CASIC), is to hold a symposium on the development of safe cosmetics and household products.
Specialty chemicals players Clariant has overcome challenging conditions in North America and China, as well as the Care Chemicals division, thanks to strong results in its new markets, particularly in Latin America.
The fragrance division of Swiss ingredients player Givaudan has taken another step towards more sustainable fragrance formulation with the launch of a new biotechnology breakthrough.
In Latin America the naturals trends has swept the region, impacting product launches across the board. That impact has also been seen in the fast-growing men’s grooming category.
The in-cosmetics North America 2019 event opened its doors at the Jacob Javits Center in Manhattan, New York City, yesterday. Here we bring you some of the highlights in this photo gallery and an important announcement from the organizer.
At this week’s in-cosmetics North America trade show in New York City, the beauty biotech company is showcasing IceAwake, a biotech ingredient made available by glacial melt.
In late September, the Canadian beauty maker cut the ribbon on a new product development facility meant to bring the company closer to indie beauty brands innovating for the future of cosmetics and skin care. Cosmetics Design editor Deanna Utroske recently...
It was the sixth edition of in-cosmetics Latin America and it also pulled in the biggest ever visitor numbers, with the total now confirmed at 4,700 formulation professionals, a jump of 18% on the previous year.
The agricultural processing company has completed a clinical study, recently accepted for publication in the international peer-reviewed journal Acta Dermato-Venereologica (which covers the fields of dermatology and venereology) that shows ingestible...
The in-cosmetics North America 2019 is just around the corner and the competitors for the event’s Formulation Challenge are busy readying their teams for the big lab battle.
Specialty chemicals major BASF has partnered with French microbe tech firm Biomillenia to try and identify novel dermocosmetic active ingredients that promote a healthier skin microbiome.
In an article published this month in Phytotherapy Research, an international peer-reviewed journal on medicinal plant research, a team of researchers from the University of California Davis share data that indicates almonds may have antiaging benefits...
Yesterday at the SCC Suppliers’ Day tradeshow in Long Beach, California, Miriam Vareldzis introduced 5 new 100% natural fragrance accords to her company’s portfolio. The new scents bring the Palette Naturals collection up to 19 plant-based perfumery accords,...
Special Edition Newsletter: Sustainability Local Sourcing
In recent weeks media reports of forest fires in the Brazilian Amazon have put a question mark over the sustainable sourcing of ingredients there, but here we reveal how some of the biggest players are continuing to deliver on their sustainability pledges.
Food and agricultural side streams are extremely rich in components suitable for cosmetic applications, but a lack of extraction expertise, handling know-how and finance is holding back industry advances, say experts.
The Latin American market for beauty and personal care has seen huge strides in both innovation and growth. And although it is not a world leader in trends, there is still plenty going on to keep the industry busy.
The sixth edition of the in-cosmetics Latin America event bought a raft of new products launches, highlighted big changes and saw some key new features to the show, some of which we have highlighted in this gallery.
Clinical data is often cited as the missing link between the promise of CBD and requisite benefits of skin care. This new partnership between ex vivo skin expert Genoskin and genomic contract researcher GeneMarkers promises to help complete that link.
At yesterday’s Sparks & Honey culture briefing in New York City, Alex Lorestani, co-founder and CEO of a biotech company called Geltor, presented insights and information on the potential that biodesign has to disrupt and reinvigorate the cosmetics...
Innovation in the hair care market has never been more evident as brands race to chase consumer interest in increasingly personalized products for consumers across the Latin American region.
The cosmetic dermatologist is the first to receive the award, which was added to the organization’s awards program just the year. The Florence Wall Women in Cosmetic Chemistry Award recognizes the technical, leadership, and business achievements of women...
The non-profit Genome British Columbia and Phytonix Corporation announced a partnership this month that will result in a manufacturing platform where CO2 emissions from industrial facilities will be converted into specialty chemicals for use in the fragrance...
A recently published critical review of available data on the efficacy of phytochemicals on scalp, follicle, and fiber condition finds that the plant-derived actives have potential to be used in formulating effective hair loss treatment products. Though...
Avicanna will form a joint venture with Canadian full-service testing and research laboratory Sigma Analytical Services to set up a cannabis-exclusive analytical facility in Colombia.
The brand’s acne treatment technology, developed and manufactured by Cosmetic Research Lab, was recently granted a US patent. And Skin Sanity is positioning its skin care product line (formulated with the unique technology) as a clean beauty alternative...
Last week, Bausch Health Companies announced that a New Drug Application for tazarotene acne treatment lotion filed by the company’s skin health business, Ortho Dermatologics, was accepted by the US FDA. If approved, the lotion would be the first of its...