Skin care

Dermatologist stresses importance of sun protection to reduce cancer risk

13-Jun-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A leading dermatologist in the US has outlined the importance of wearing sunscreen and taking vitamin supplements to avoid over exposure to the sun and reduce the risk of skin cancer.

Ashland rheology modifier gets natural certification

11-Jun-2013 By Simon Pitman

Ashland Specialty Care has announced that its rheology modifiers Supercol GF Guar and Supercol U Guar have been awarded certified natural standards, making them compatible with a long list of natural formulations.

Argentina updates list of colour additives permitted in cosmetics

10-Jun-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Argentina’s regulatory authority has updated its list of colour additives which will permit previously prohibited substances in perfumes, personal care products and cosmetics.

Researchers receive grant to develop biodegradable microbeads

07-Jun-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Researchers at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science have received a grant to develop biodegradable PHA-based microbeads for cosmetics following concerns over environmental impact.

Research suggests daily sunscreen use can reduce signs of aging by 24 percent

05-Jun-2013 By Simon Pitman

A team of international scientists have released research results that is said to prove that using sunscreen regularly can reduce the signs of skin aging significantly.

Physicians reiterate skin care benefits over cosmetics surgery

05-Jun-2013

In a world of Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, the potential to be snapped and shared has grown rapidly and this is prompting people to take more care of their appearance, with cosmetic surgery figures rising as a result, according to two American physicians.

How L’Oréal evaluates its suppliers to stay ahead of the game

05-Jun-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Being one of the biggest cosmetics companies in the world will always bring added pressure and scrutiny over everything it does, and for L’Oréal this means ensuring long-term, transparent relationships with high-quality suppliers.

Beiersdorf studies gene expression effect on ageing as skin care research continues

04-Jun-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Continuing its on-going research into skin care science and anti-ageing, Nivea product maker Beiersdorf has teamed up with the scientific network project AgeNet to study the effects of environmental factors responsible for skin ageing.

Cosmetics industry use of jellyfish can help falling fish stocks to recover

03-Jun-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization is calling for the cosmetics industry to use more jellyfish in formulations as over-fishing in the Mediterranean is boosting their numbers, thereby reducing fish stocks further.

Lubrizol launches globally compliant rheology modifier

30-May-2013 By Simon Pitman

Lubrizol has unveiled a new rheology modifier to add to the Carbopol portfolio. Ultrez 30 Polymer features a broad pH range that is being targeted at the anti-aging segment.

British Bulldog eyes US expansion with new men’s grooming lines

29-May-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

UK-based natural skin care manufacturer Bulldog is looking to benefit from the growing men’s grooming trend and expand its presence in the US with the launch of three new products to the market.

Safety - a little word with a big meaning for J&J

28-May-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Having come under scrutiny over ingredients used in cosmetics and personal care products like many this past year, consumer goods giant Johnson & Johnson has reiterated its commitment to the science of safety and making products that pose no health...

Working on sunshine! Croda manufacturing site installs solar panels

28-May-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Two years after installing solar panels at its Edison HQ in New Jersey as part of its sustainability focus, Croda will do similar at its manufacturing facility in New Castle, Delaware.

Newcastle University develops one of a kind test that predicts reaction to cosmetics

28-May-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Scientists at the UK University have developed what they refer to as 'a simple lab-based skin test' which eliminates the risk of adverse reactions to cosmetics, new drugs, and household chemicals.

Natural demand boosts skin care market

23-May-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

As consumers become more concerned about personal care and the ingredients that are found in cosmetics amidst media scare stories, the natural and organic cosmetics market has seen solid growth, boosting the skin care category.

Coty expands its reach into the fast-growing Brazil market

23-May-2013 By Simon Pitman

Luxury fragrance and cosmetics player Coty has formed a joint-venture with a major cosmetics distributor in Brazil, in a bid to expand its footprint in the country.

Rexam purchase already paying dividends as ‘new’ Albéa offers complete solutions

22-May-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The acquisition of Rexam’s Personal Care business, finalized at the start of the year, has allowed beauty packager Albéa to take on a new strategy and enhance its solutions for the cosmetics market.

Cosmetics among top luxury segments for Brazil consumers

21-May-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

According to the most recent research from market analysts Digital Luxury Group, cosmetic brands like MAC, Chanel and Dior were among the top 50 most searched for luxury brands in Brazil.

GS BioE-OriginOil ‘game-changer’ for anti-oxidant ingredient from algae production

21-May-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

In an inter-US agreement, Garden State bioEnterprises (GS bioE) has adopted OriginOil's harvesting technology as a key component of its proprietary production system for the high-value product Astaxanthin, which is used in cosmetics.

US company breaks new ground in sourcing marine ingredients

20-May-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Sea Tech Bioproducts, a company that specializes in sourcing marine ingredients and novel actives for the cosmetics industry, has broken new ground for US based companies in that they no longer have to import from Europe.

Cosmetics brands committing to sustainable palm oil as consumer demand rises

20-May-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Having once been viewed as complex, more and more cosmetics brands are finding themselves committing to sustainable palm oil as consumer demand for ethically and environmentally sound products increases.

Global personal care polymers market predicted to reach $3.49bn by 2017

16-May-2013 By Katie Nichol

The market for polymer ingredients used in personal care products is tipped to grow steadily over the coming years to reach $3.49bn by 2017 according to the latest findings from market research firm Lucintel.

Croda highlights skin hydration benefits of DuraQuench IQ

15-May-2013 By Andrew McDougall and Michelle Yeomans

Ingredient supplier Croda used the in-cosmetics event in Paris to showcase new data for its patented skin hydration ingredient, DuraQuench IQ.

AAK Personal Care to launch Lipex SheaLight at Suppliers’ Day

14-May-2013 By Katie Nichol

Ingredients supplier AAK Personal Care is to launch its eco-designed ester, Lipex SheaLight, at the 2013 edition of NYSCC Suppliers’ Day that is taking place in New Jersey over the next two days.

Dow Chemical reveals the story behind the development of its latest ingredients

14-May-2013 By Simon Pitman

In this video interview Stéphanie Sandrock-Beunat, global beauty care strategic marketing manager at Dow Chemical, spoke about the continued evolution of the EcoSense portfolio and the reasons behind the development of the latest product launches.

'Food-based' cosmetics gaining momentum as a trend

09-May-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Food-based ingredients are continuing to emerge as a key trend in the cosmetics industry as many beauty companies target the growing segment by creating product lines that incorporate natural ingredients.

Medicine Hunter turns to Africa to find new novel naturals for cosmetics

07-May-2013 By Andrew McDougall and Michelle Yeomans

For many, the ‘Medicine Hunter’ Chris Kilham has been venturing into the world’s wild vegetation zones in an on-going search for botanicals that may have therapeutic, nutritional or wellness benefits.

Cosmetics focus for DuPont Tate & Lyle with new preservative line

07-May-2013

DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products has announced its partnership with RML Incorporated as it looks to develop alternative biobased solutions for cosmetics and personal care applications.

Argex expands titanium dioxide production in Canada

02-May-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Titanium dioxide producer Argex will up its production of the sunscreen ingredient having signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Valleyfield Enterprises for a long-term lease of at least 235,000 square feet of existing building space located...

As demand rises, it’s time for marine ingredient standards

02-May-2013 By Andrew McDougall and Michelle Yeomans

The demand for marine ingredients in cosmetics has risen over the last few years and Organic Monitor’s Amarjit Sahota tells CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com that it is time to put standards in place to ensure sustainable sourcing.

Efficient algae production platform makes its debut

01-May-2013 By Simon Pitman

Arizona-based Heliae has unveiled a new technology platform that targets the efficient and sustainable production of microalgae for cosmetic and personal care formulations.

Beauty devices are "creating a new benchmark in facial skincare”

30-Apr-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

According to the latest research from ‘Diagonal Report’, the success of beauty devices have created a mega category and are transforming the skincare market, particularly in the US, China and Europe.

Scientists suggest gold nanoparticles could accelerate aging and wrinkles

30-Apr-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A research team from Stony Brook University in New York have revealed research suggesting that pure gold nanoparticles used in a range of personal care products could lead to accelerated aging and wrinkling, as well as slowing in wound healing.

Skin care still the category driving the strongest cosmetics growth

24-Apr-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

It is the largest segment in terms of size and value in the cosmetics and toiletries market, and skin care will continue to add significant growth in the future thanks to further advancements and innovation.

Solazyme ‘breakthrough’ technology to produce renewable oils from microalgae

09-Apr-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

With technology as the hot topic in ingredient formulation right now, Solazyme’s senior director discusses how technology can accelerate microalgae's ability to produce many different types of renewable oils for personal care products, amongst others.

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