A vitamin E-based delivery system, designed to enhance the penetration of ingredients, will be included in a cosmetics range formulated by New York company Metier Tribeca.
Use of a common symbol to indicate the presence of individual allergens in food and personal care products could help allergy sufferers identify products to avoid – especially in multi-lingual communities, say specialists from Imperial College.
A new study suggests that demonstrating a cosmetic’s performance using high technology visual means rather than statistics can increase the success rate of advertising.
Frutarom is launching a line of new ingredients that aims to tap into growth in the market for formulas that provide cosmetics and supplements as combination products.
A new study has found European consumers think the benefits of nanotechnology outweigh the potential risks, but are concerned about current risk assessment procedures.
The levels of fragrance allergens in baby bathwater are of ‘special concern’ according to Spanish researchers who have developed a method to test the presence of the compounds.
The United States continues to be the most dynamic market for lycopene products, demonstrating a steady stream of activity over the past five years, according to product launch statistics.
New European regulations on sunscreens may make it harder for natural formulators to provide high SPF protection products, according to natural brand Lavera.
Andes Natural Skin Care says it has come up with a topical treatment based on a secretion from a snail to simultaneously treat acne and clear up disfiguring acne scars.
Bayer MaterialScience has forged a distribution agreement with E.T. Horn as part of efforts to increase the availability of its Baycusan line across 13 Western US states.
A fragrance substance banned by the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) has been found in a consumer product during the association’s third random testing session.
A recent spate of disputed consumer watchdog studies on personal care products has raised the question of whether such testing is always thorough enough.
While UVA protection in sunscreens has improved significantly in the last year, only a small number of products provide overall adequate safety and protection, according to interest group the EWG.
Concentrations of hydrogen peroxide used in professional and over the counter teeth whitening processes don’t cause significant changes to tooth enamel, according to US researchers.
US watchdog Consumer Reports tested ten sunscreen products and found that they all met or exceeded their advertised sun protection factor (SPF). This is in contrast to the more scathing report by UK Watchdog Which? on popular sunscreens in Europe.
Rhodia has just completed the acquisition of its minority partner’s shares in its joint venture Rhodia Thai Industries, as part of the firm’s wider strategy to reinforce its global presence in specialty surfactants.
Brazilian company Beraca has forged a partnership with DeWolf Chemical to expand their distribution in the North American market and meet growing demand for organic cosmetics.
Incorporating caffeine into sun care and after-sun products may help minimize the effects of UV damage and protect against skin cancer, according to US researchers.
A new book packs punches at the US cosmetics and personal care industry, claiming that there is ‘compelling evidence’ to link rising cancer rates to carcinogenic chemicals.
Environmentally friendly pigments that can instantly and reversibly change colour could be the future of color cosmetics, according to researchers in California.
Maintaining investment in the research and development of innovative ingredients that tap into key cosmetics trends can help chemical companies survive the downturn.
Indian specialty ingredients company, Lachemi, has launched a range of natural preservatives which have combined modern research techniques with the ancient tradition of Ayurveda.
Applying antioxidant-rich formulations before and during a course of pulsed light therapy can help cut down negative side effects, according to a recent study.
The Which? report that questioned SPF values could turn consumers away from sun protection with devastating consequences, according to the UK trade body CTPA.
Scienceuticals claims that its in-house microbiological testing capability for contract manufactured personal care products cuts development time by up to two weeks.
The removal of parabens by some cosmetic manufacturers is a reaction to “outrageous claims” made by the media and pressure from non-governmental organisations (NGOs), not consumer pressure, according to Dene Godfrey from S Black.
Noveon Consumer Specialties has upgraded its website and launched themed prototype kits in an attempt to make the formulating process clearer and easier.
The industry must change the way it thinks about waste and traditional chemistry if it wants to reduce resource use, according to a green chemistry consultant.