Surfactant-supplier Colonial Chemical has launched an ingredients blend targeted for use in the formulation of tear-free shampoo for babies and children.
Using silica nanoparticles in emulsion systems can help the delivery of active ingredients in cosmetics and dermal drugs, according to researchers in Australia.
New Jersey-based Artiste Flavor Essence has forged a strategic alliance with Malaysia-based Bestino Natural Oils to source a number of naturally derived fragrances.
Germany-based cosmetics ingredients supplier Dr Straetmans has signed an agreement to become the exclusive distributor of Beraca’s functional ingredients in Austria and Germany.
Greyson International has hired three leading industry figures as part of a major marketing drive for its cosmetics and health care delivery ingredient Trilexon.
Canadian life sciences and technology company Botaneco has announced the compliance of its oleosome-based sunscreen formulation with the FDA sunscreen monograph, which can now be marketed in the US with an SPF 30 claim.
Nanoparticles commonly contained in zinc oxide sunscreen formulations could prove potentially toxic if inadvertently taken orally, a peer reviewed report claims.
Canadian biotechnology Ceapro has signed a collaborative agreement with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) for the completion of in-vitro and in-vivo assays on current and prototype products.
Improved skin thickness and luminosity and a decrease in the appearance of wrinkles are the claims behind Provital’s new anti-ageing ingredient aimed at mature or menopausal skin.
Max Neeman, one of the largest names in Indian market research, has entered into the country's cosmetics market on the back of huge potential from demographic changes.
Probiotics can be protected and incorporated into hand sanitizers using a new encapsulation technique, as a way of recolonizing the hands with good bacteria after killing the bad, according to US company Capsulent.
This year’s industry events saw a flurry of green surfactants, non-nano inorganic UV filters and petrolatum alternatives, all accompanied by claims of their mild, sustainable and generally friendly nature.
A study from Ukraine has found that supplementation with probiotics for two months had significant benefits for children with atopic dermatitis, adding to the growing body of evidence for the bacteria’s skin health benefits.
A bimatoprost-containing eyelash product can enhance lash growth when used for six months but the treatment is not without side effects, according to recent research.
An encapsulation technology that can be engineered to not release the capsules’ contents can be used to halt degradation of UV filters and increase SPF in organic sunscreens.
Specialty silica demand will grow significantly in the next four years, driven mainly be demand in developing countries such as China, a Freedonia report says.
UK company Odegon Technologies has launched an underarm clothing tag aimed at preventing body odor, thanks to a nanomaterial developed with enhanced absorption properties.
Oil seed specialist Botaneco has developed stable oleosomes that do not collapse in the presence of alcohol or under low pH conditions, significantly opening up potential applications for the technology.
Adding an antioxidant to a plant-based skin whitening formulation can make it as effective as a pharmaceutical strength hydroquinone-based formulation, according to a recent study.
Netherlands-based biotechnology company Isobionics has developed a fermentation process for the commercial production of its aroma substance, Valencene Pure.
Combining three peptides together can have significant anti-ageing benefits, over and above those provided by the ingredients on their own, according to cosmetics manufacturer Oriflame.
A research project led by the University of Pennsylvania has discovered new information about the physical make up and mechanical properties of nano assemblies made from Janus dendrimers.
Travelling the world looking for rare and endangered fragrant plants has been the life’s work of Givaudan fragrance chemist Roman Kaiser, who has investigated thousands of species.
Lionel Genix, marketing director at Dow Personal Care spoke to CosmeticsDesign.com USA to outline how the company has redesigned its business strategy to focus on the customer, as well as outlining some of the company’s latest product launches.
When the palette of ingredients respecting green chemistry principles expands there will be ‘exceptional’ green product development, according to Estée Lauder’s Dr Liliana George.
US-based specialty chemicals players, The HallStar Company and Surfatech, have entered into an agreement to create and market multifunctional molecules for personal care formulations.
DSM Nutritional Products is underlining its expansion from the nutritional arena into the cosmetics field by establishing its presence in the hair care category, where it is aiming to become a leader in polymers.
Ingredients manufacturer Kobo has launched a range of titanium dioxide and zinc oxide UV filters for use in sunscreens that are outside the nanoparticle range.
Momentive Performance Materials has combined two of its existing technologies to create a silicone-based material that can help disperse actives and pigments in formulations.
Germany-based specialty chemicals company, Evonik, presented its granulated carbomer to the North American market at Suppliers’ Day earlier this month.
Three new vegetable-derived surfactants have been launched by Lubrizol’s Noveon Consumer Specialties business for use in products making natural claims.
L’Oréal and Nestlé’s joint venture into nutricosmetics had its claim relating to the improvement of dry skin refused by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) last week.
Chemical supplier Eastman will be launching greener versions of four of the most commonly used emollient esters in cosmetics products, produced using its green chemistry process.
FutureCeuticals has launched a beauty-from-within formulation that it claims is the first ingredient to benefit skin health by inhibiting elastase activity in the blood.
A new study from the University of Minnesota which identifies rising levels of triclosan-derived dioxins in the Mississippi River adds to the controversy surrounding the personal care ingredient.
A new emollient ester from ingredients supplier Croda can help formulators replace cyclomethicone D5, as regulations surrounding the ingredient tighten.
The International Federation of Cosmetics Scientists (IFSCC) is gearing up for its annual congress event, which is taking place from 20-23 September 2010 in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Ingredients provider Evonik launched a new natural-derived emulsifier designed for use in oil in water creams and lotions at this year’s ingredients show, Suppliers' Day, in New Jersey.
