A new study has suggested that phthalates found in many cosmetic products could increase the risk of diabetes in women, although the industry has moved quickly to refute these claims.
Shin-Etsu has launched a new silicone-based ingredient for the hair and skin care categories that underlines the growing trend towards formulations with heightened sensorial properties.
Scientists in California have stated that the immune response to ultraviolet (UV) radiation known as sunburn is a consequence of Ribonucleic acid (RNA) damage to skin cells, according to research.
Scientists at New York University have discovered a possible treatment aimed at diminishing the overall size of a scar and improve the quality of skin within the scar.
BASF is opening a new L-menthol production facility at its Ludwigshafen site in Germany, said to produce a compound with improved purity and higher volumes, thanks to processing enhancements.
Keratin protein from sheep wool simulates the expression of specific types of collagen in humans, suggests new research conducted by the University of Miami that points to enhanced wound healing and anti-wrinkle treatment.
HallStar has developed a photostabilizer said to enhance the water resistance of sun care products and to help formulators meet FDA standards for broad-spectrum claims.
The Endocrine Society has proposed a streamlined definition of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) to strengthen their identification and screening, a move that could iron out ambiguities for cosmetics and personal care products.
Scientists in the UK have developed a sustainable way to extract chemicals from citrus peel which could become particularly appealing for cosmetic manufacturers.
Studies into the consumer perception of hair loss has led to the revelation that it is in fact hair density that is diminishing and this has opened up a whole new line of research and scientific development for L’Oréal.
Cosmetics maker L’Oréal will launch a new active ingredient in September that awakens dormant hair and enhances hair density, CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com can reveal.
A new study from Johns Hopkins Children's Center in Baltimore has questioned the safety of a number of personal care products containing antimicrobial agents that could affect immune system development in children.
Connecticut-based Charkit Chemical has signed an agreement with Oat Cosmetics to distribute its Colloidal Oatmeal and Oat Oil ingredients in the North American market.
As summer approaches and sun protection becomes a more prominent issue, beauty behemoth L’Oréal has completed a research project aimed at increasing awareness of the risks of skin cancer and highlighting that people of colour are not immune.
Sun care formulators must adapt to the new FDA guidelines and offer a range of formulations if they want to meet the demands of their consumers and stay ahead of the game.
The American Botanical Council (ABC) has published a scientific literature review stating that the majority of products containing grapefruit seed extracts, such as cosmetics, may be adulterated with synthetic additives.
Cosmetics Design recently spoke to Carotech's production manager Brian See to find out about the latest clinical trials to underline the efficacy of Tocotrienols derived from palm oil. The trials highlight the fact that the company's Tocotrienol-based...
A research centre in Thailand has developed a slow release technology for the fragrance industry that could be adapted for perfume and cosmetic applications.
Reservatrol has proved a big hit for skin brightening products, but stability issues has meant a long journey for the ingredient companies that are providing solutions targeting the compound derived largely from grape skin.
A fast emerging ingredient industry trend is light diffusing and light altering technologies that aim to enhance the masking effect seen in many skin care and make-up products.
Volumizing is now available for skin care, following the recent launch of a skin care ingredient with a proprierary delivery system from Lucas Meyer that is being billed as an alternative to dermal fillers.
Charleston, South Carolina, was the scene for the unveiling of a host of new innovations for the cosmetic industry at the Society of Cosmetic Chemists annual science conference.
Cosmetics Design recently caught up with global manager of technical marketing at Lonza, Suellen Bennett, to find out about the company's latest product launches and its new formulators' tool. It has just put to market a new active called Vivillume...
DaniMer Scientific has developed a biobased label adhesive that it says eliminates problems associated with PET container recycling and enables increased end of life functionality and value.
AkzoNobel Global Personal Care has launched a series of sustainable and eco-friendly hair styling products. At the recent Suppliers' Day event in New Jersey, we caught up with Laurie Marshal, global marketing manager, styling, who explained about the...
Ingredients supplier Croda has developed its latest range of Solaveil ABC sunscreen filters in line with the new FDA regulations, ensuring it remains cost-effective for its customers.
Bio-Botanica vice president of sales Mark Sysler spoke to Cosmetics Design about the company's co-branding with DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products at the recent Suppliers' Day event. In this video interview Sysler explains how the company's...
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has refuted claims it developed a wrinkle-reducing fruit drink after it was reported that the AS10 beverage was developed in line with the space agency.
At the NYSCC Suppliers' Day Clariant's head of personal care April Yeager spoke to Cosmetics Design about the company's three new biopolymer active ingredients that are being marketed as sensory boosters for skin and hair care. The vegetal-based...
At the recent Suppliers Day event in New Jersey, Cosmetics Design caught up with Steve Hurff, vice president of marketing and sales at DuPont Tate & Lyle, to find out about the latest clinical trials for its Zemea propanediol glycol alternative and...
California-based Bossa Nova Technologies has created two imaging systems based on polarization to quantitatively measure shine, color and hair fiber alignment.
The American Academy of Dermatology has reiterated the importance and safety of sunscreens for protection against skin damage, highlighting the effectiveness of nanotechnology and stating that new FDA regulations will be of great help.
Momentive Performance materials has added to its portfolio of silicones for personal care products two new emulsifiers and two new film formers for sun care, skin care and color cosmetics.
Canada-based biotechnology company Ceapro has signed a licensing agreement with the Canadian government for a process technology that will be used to produce large quantities of avenanthramides, which are used in cosmetics and personal care products and...
Scientists are looking into a potential new treatment for the cause of dandruff having studied one of the main perpetrators; a fungus found on the scalp.
The Food and Drug administration has approved a new application said to be the only retinoid in a topical foam formulation for the treatment of acne vulgaris currently on the market.
Ingredients supplier Croda has showcased its latest hair conditioning agent Keradyn HH, which is uniquely tested, allowing it to make some bold claims regarding hair movement.
At a time when nanotechnology has come under further scrutiny in the cosmetics industry, scientists from UCLA have developed a novel screening technology that can quickly assess the properties of metal-oxide nanomaterials.
Having announced its latest marketing strategy at the recent in-cosmetics show in Barcelona, BASF were keen to show how it has been implemented and helped development of its new skin care actives.
Momentive Performance Materials has added to its portfolio of specialty silicones for personal care products with the launch of three, paraben-free hair care ingredients that are claimed to offer improved hair conditioning effectiveness among other benefits.
Silicones are being increasingly used to give added functionality and sensory properties in the key areas of hair care, sun care and make-up, a report by the Freedonia Group finds.
The specialty ingredients company announced new editions to its ‘BiotHAIRapy’ series of ingredients said to help consumers to achieve healthier, fuller and younger-looking hair at incosmetics last month.
