Friendly bacteria and the fibres they feed on may be the next big entrance into the skin care ingredient sector, with data showing their potential for boosting skin health and preventing conditions like acne.
From an idea that was developed in a university dorm room and initially marketed at student clubs, Wingman has flown to new heights in its first year, achieving national success and gaining external investment.
French packaging company Albea has showcased its latest rollerball applicator designed for skin care products with the aim of providing a massage experience along with efficient product application.
Research carried out by the Japanese cosmetics company has found that the continuous use of an amino acid derivative can be effective in controlling damage to the skin caused by the protein, serpin b3.
The past twelve weeks has proved to be a significant time for UK-based brand Bulldog as it has outsold Gilette in the UK male skin care market, and the company’s owners have promised to push on further throughout the year.
Garnier and Gerresheimer have teamed up in an attempt to combine expertise to ensure the quality of recycled glass used in products is just as good and is just as transparent as new glass.
With low penetration and a large customer base, the cosmetics and toiletries market in China is a lucrative one for both local as well as international players.
Natural cosmetics company True has launched the first ever 100 percent biobased sun protection and self tanning products made with 100 percent renewable biological material.
An increase in cross-category launches and complementary topical and ingestible skin care products are just some of the developments that can be expected in the anti-ageing market in future, according to a presentation on anti-ageing skin care given by...
US-based Photomedex, supplier of clinical skin care and medical laser products has introduced DNA Damage Control treatment sunscreens, which feature photoprotection with DNA repair technology.
Phthalate chemicals used in plastics and paraben preservatives in cosmetic manufacturing could be banned following a vote from the French National Assembly.
An extract from the fruit husks of the Szechuan pepper can have both short and long term anti-wrinkle effects, according to ingredients supplier Indena.
As disposable incomes rise for emerging market consumers, sun care will become more affordable to many, urging Euromonitor to advise that sun care manufacturers should look to grow sales in poorer countries.
The Anglo-Dutch consumer product giant has launched its latest deodorant range through its Dove brand following, a strategy inspired by a recent survey highlighting the fact that women feel their underarms are unattractive.
Natural skin care brand Bulldog has launched its products for men in the US as it seeks to tap into its ‘enormous’ men’s grooming market, through a partnership deal with Whole Foods Market.
Alban Muller has reacted to customer and consumer needs by developing a new cosmetic ingredient designed specifically to care for sensitive and reactive skin.
Croda Europe introduced its latest approach to skin moisturisation aimed at reinforcing the skin’s natural barrier whilst regulating water loss, at the ingredients show in Milan.
The French packaging supplier has launched its Cream Dispenser claiming it is the first totally hygienic and convenient application system, for a variety of cosmetics products.
Ingredients supplier Indena has launched an extract high in omega 3 and 6 that it says can be used both topically and orally as a skin soothing and restructuring ingredient.
The specialty chemicals company has decided to bring all its raw materials used to manufacture cosmetics products under one umbrella brand to highlight its premium products to the market.
Aqua Bio Technology is re-branding its main ingredient Zonase X, renaming it Aquabeautine XL in a bid to reflect its newly proven anti-ageing qualities.
Following the Danish government banning the use of some parabens in cosmetics products for children at the end of last year, flavour and fragrance company Symrise has launched an alternative to manufacturers.
Specialty chemicals company IMCD has launched a potential replacement for D5 in response to demands from formulators for a high performance alternative to the ingredient.
Swedish company Biovelop will use the up coming in-cosmetics show in Milan to expose the personal care industry to its new natural active oat ingredients.
International Specialty Products (ISP) has launched an ingredient designed to protect skin stem cells that it says can help shield the skin from stress and prevent premature ageing.
An extract from Vervein provides a number of solutions for imbalances in the skin and can be used in all core anti-ageing products for face and body, according to the ingredients supplier Silab.
International Specialty Products (ISP) has launched an ingredient claiming to boost the skin’s natural defence system against UVB radiation as well as improve skin softness.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has launched a certification program for products made with renewable, biological material and consumer goods carrying the label are expected this spring.
Flavours and ingredients giant Symrise has expanded its collection of Extrapone Botanical grain extracts with eight new ingredients in response to growing demand.
Personal care brand eos has launched a new medicated anti-bacterial lip balm as flu season arrives and it seeks to combat the spread of germs on the lips and mouth.
Daily moisturising creams that contain UV filters and claim to provide broad spectrum UV protection may not provide protection from UVA rays, US dermatologists claim.
3Rx Skin Therapy is preparing the launch of a new skin care range developed to repair and relieve dry skin compromised by treatments for cancer such as chemotherapy and radiation, as well as other dry skin issues caused by medical conditions.
Germany-based Power App has launched its latest beauty application aimed at helping customers create their own cosmetics masks for their skin type, citing mobile technology as a key method of reaching out to consumers.
The lucuma fruit, a popular flavoring for food and confectionary in much of South America, has potential for topical use as an anti-aging ingredient, according to recent research.
Ingredients supplier Alban Muller has launched a number of base formulations that can be customised to help speed up the creation of natural cosmetics.
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