Molecule shape affects smell perception, says study
Changing the shape of the molecules that create fragrances in a flower or fruit may influence our perception of their smell, according to a new study.
Archives for December 23, 2008
Fenchem enjoys growth and eyes further expansion
China-based ingredients maker Fenchem says it will continue its expansion into cosmetics ingredients, having announced a 35 per cent increase in its annual revenue.
Controversy, regulation and finance lead list of most read stories in 2008
Controversial ingredients and regulatory developments topped the list of the most read stories in 2008 with economic news creeping in at the tail end of the year.
Bioplastics will become more price competitive, say manufacturers
Producers and packaging associations claim investment will drive improvements to cost, performance and moisture barrier properties of bioplastics and will enable the industry to compete more effectively with conventional plastics.
Nanotech encapsulated peptide anti-aging cream launched
The US market is about to witness the launch of a nanotechnology encapsulated anti-aging skin care system that has already hit other major global markets.
SkinEthic's non-animal skin irritation test gains ECVAM validation
A new skin irritation test from SkinEthic Laboratories has been validated for use by the European Centre for the Validation of Alternative Methods.