Skin care

And the winner is… in-cosmetics 2016 awards announced

15-Apr-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

As the second day of the in-cosmetics trade show drew to a close in Paris, the hall filtered away from the main show floor and into the annual awards ceremony, where five prizes were handed out for best functional and active ingredients, sensory ingredient,...

Study shows efficacy and safety of DMN patch containing skin depigmentation agent

15-Apr-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The future of functional ingredient delivery in anti-ageing and cosmetics could be done using a dissolving microneedle (DMN) patch after a new study verified a prototype for its safety and efficacy.

Trend Spotting: in-cosmetics and the US marketplace

14-Apr-2016 By Deanna Utroske

As this week’s in-cosmetics personal care ingredient trade show in Paris comes to a close, Cosmetics Design shares our own key insights from the show floor as well as observations from market researchers on the scene. 

Palm-free ingredient portfolio stands out at in-cosmetics

13-Apr-2016 By Deanna Utroske

Inolex, a Pennsylvania-based personal care ingredient company, is launching a new collection of ingredients at this week’s show in Paris, France, and seeing a terrific industry response to its alternatives to palm oil.

Lucas Meyer unveils new pore-shrinking ingredient at in-cosmetics Paris

13-Apr-2016 By Simon Pitman

Lucas Meyer Cosmetics is unveiling its latest ingredient, a pore-minimizer called Miniporyl, at this weeks in-cosmetics event in Paris.

in-cosmetics 2016 opens its doors today!

12-Apr-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The in-cosmetics event opens its doors today in Paris with a focus on innovation and North America as well as with a host of new interactive features.

Lonza appoints new director of skin care technology

12-Apr-2016 By Simon Pitman

Lonza’s Consumer Care division has announced that Dr. Russell Elliott will be taking over as the director of skin care technology at the company’s personal care division.

CD Buzz: in-cosmetics Paris Preview

CD Buzz: All you will need to know about in-cosmetics Paris, in a short video

11-Apr-2016 By Simon Pitman

The Cosmetics Design team has put together a helpful video preview for in-cosmetics Paris 2016. Just click on the video to learn about some of the highlights from the educational programme, several new features this year, including the formulation lab,...

Natura and Symrise obtain UEBT certification for 40 Amazon ingredients

08-Apr-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Natura Cosmetics and Symrise Amazon have obtained a UEBT certification for a total of 40 natural ingredients from the Amazon attesting that the ingredients are ethically sourced from 14 supplier communities based in the Brazilian Amazon.

Barentz and Innospec ink distribution deal for Personal Care ingredients in Europe

07-Apr-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Barentz International and Innospec have teamed up by signing a long-term distribution agreement to market ingredients for Personal & Home Care throughout a number of countries in Europe.

Scientists grow skin in the lab which could have future as animal testing alternative

07-Apr-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Scientists have successfully grown complex skin tissue, complete with hair follicles and sebaceous glands, using induced pluripotent stem cells and future uses could be as an alternative to animal testing for cosmetics, as well as other medical purposes.

Sun tan may be blocking vitamin D synthesis

07-Apr-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A sun tan may make you look healthy when done safely and it may be the body’s way of protecting itself against harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation, but the increasing pigment blocks vitamin D synthesis, limiting the skin's ability to produce more...

EC announces public consultation on MI use in rinse-off cosmetics products

06-Apr-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The European Commission announces the public consultation on Methylisothiazolinone (MI) in rinse-off cosmetic products, proposing a restriction on its use, as well as a ban when it comes to leave-on products.

Specialty ingredients driven by demand for multifunctional products

05-Apr-2016 By Simon Pitman

Performance-enhancing multifunctional ingredients are topping the ‘must have’ list for formulators all over the world, according to a new report from the Kline Group.

Sun Chemical announces price increase ‘with regret’ to meet growing global demand

05-Apr-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Sun Chemical, which produces inks, coatings, and pigments for the cosmetics industry, announces that ‘with regret’ it will raise global prices on cosmetic pigments, preparations and effects as of June 1, 2016.

IMCD establishes a new office in Japan

05-Apr-2016 By Simon Pitman

Holland-based fine chemicals distributor IMCD has expanded its position in the Asia Pacific region with the opening of an office in Tokyo, Japan.

UEBT returns with 8th Biodiversity conference focusing on value in sourcing

05-Apr-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The Union for Ethical BioTrade (UEBT) announces its 8th annual conference on Biodiversity on 26 May 2016 in Paris, with a focus on creating and sharing value through ethical sourcing, this year.

‘Product's efficacy and individuality will be important for cosmetics innovation’

01-Apr-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Products that work to maintain skin health while still meeting the needs of the latest trends such as sensory, multifunctional, and ethical, will form the future of the cosmetics market, according to an industry expert.

Ashland launches new polymer targeting rinse-off cleansing products

31-Mar-2016 By Simon Pitman

Fine chemicals player Ashland has just announced the launch of its Surfa Thix N Polymer, an all-in-one solution for a wide variety of rinse-off consumer cleansing products.

Sun protection highlighted as key to combatting ‘occupational cancer’ for Europeans

31-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A new report has highlighted the importance of sunscreen and better protection for millions of European workers who spend the majority of their time exposed to the sun, calling on the EU Commission to recognise non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) as an occupational...

Face oils could hold big opportunity in UK prestige skin care

31-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The prestige women’s skin care market in the UK has seen big double-digit growth thanks to the growing popularity of face oils, demonstrating that the growth of new categories provide a good opportunity to further push on.

Nestlé ramps up skin care focus with Guthy-Renker acne range joint venture

29-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Food giant Nestlé is looking to up its skin care focus by agreeing to form a joint venture with Guthy-Renker for its consumer acne product Proactiv.

New science makes organic synthesis easier

29-Mar-2016 By Deanna Utroske

Chemists from the University of Texas at Arlington and North Carolina State University have documented a water-based process that could lessen industry’s dependence on solvents.

AMSilk and Rahn enter European distribution deal for silk biopolymers

29-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Synthetic silk biopolymer supplier AMSilk has teamed up with Rahn for the Zurich-based company to distribute two of its cosmetics ingredients in several European countries.

The Body Shop looks to gain momentum in the Middle East with new launches

25-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The Body Shop is turning to new product launches in the Middle East as it looks drive sales in the region off the back of a good year in 2015.

Nanotech research could uncover new ways of formulating multifunctional products

24-Mar-2016 By Simon Pitman

New research has come to light that could optimize the manner in which liquid formulations dry, enhancing both the application and efficacy of sunscreens and other beauty products.

Amyris announces new manufacturing plant to expand production of fragrance molecule

24-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Bioscience firm Amyris is expanding its Brotas industrial fermentation complex in Brazil by adding a dedicated flavours & fragrances manufacturing unit, in order meet customer demand, particularly for its farnesene fragrance molecule.

‘Cosmetics is at a crossroad… creative design could help usher in innovative breakthroughs’

24-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The scientific theory of creative design, known as Concept-Knowledge theory (C-K theory), could provide the cosmetics industry with opportunities, possibilities, and new players that could disrupt the standard ecosystem, according to a French university...

Croda breaks ground on new project in France to meet surfactant demand

23-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Croda has moved to bolster its European surfactants offering with a groundbreaking ceremony at its Chocques manufacturing site in northern France that signals the start of a major capital investment.

L’Oréal and IDOR sign further collaboration to focus on skin reconstruction

23-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

L’Oréal is building on its four-year long work with Instituto D’Or de Pesquisa e Ensino, Rio de Janeiro (IDOR) by signing a new scientific collaboration in the field of tissue engineering and more specifically skin reconstruction.

ECHA recommends restrictions on D4 and D5 in some personal care products

22-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The European Chemicals Agency (Echa) has recommended restrictions be placed on octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane (D4) and decamethylcyclopentasiloxane (D5) in personal care products intended for use with water, as these are a mojor source of these substances...

J&J study finds sunscreen formulations may serve as additional water barrier on skin surface

22-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Researchers at Johnson & Johnson claim that hydrophobic sunscreen formulations can help protect the skin from extended water exposure by serving as additional water barriers, as well as providing UV protection; showcasing their dual function.

CTPA says no cause for alarm over US teen cosmetics study

18-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The Cosmetic, Toiletry & Perfumery Association has played down the risk of cosmetics products harming our bodies after a US study showed that a short break from certain kinds of make-up, shampoos and lotions can lead to a significant drop in levels...

BASF nano forum calls for more transparency and clearer guidance for cosmetics

18-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

BASF’s Dialogforum Nano has called for clearer guidance and transparency in the future in order to work with nanomaterials in cosmetics safely and effectively, ensuring the needs of public authorities, consumers and workers are fulfilled, while supporting...

P&G study claims blade shaving armpit hair could reduce male body odour

18-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A new study by Procter & Gamble finds that removal of underarm hair in men by blade shaving and waxing significantly improves the immediate effectiveness of standard soap washing in reducing odour from the area, compared with soap washing alone. 

BRB and Azelis agree deal on personal care silicones distribution

17-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

BRB International and Azelis UK Life Sciences announce a strategic partnership agreement for the latter to exclusively distribute specialty ingredients for personal care applications in the UK and Ireland.

Unilever agrees multi-year supply deal of €200m+ personal care algae oils

17-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The Anglo-Dutch giant has signed a definitive multi-year global supply agreement with Solazyme, now known as TerraVia, for the supply of sustainable algae oils to be used in personal care applications.

RSPO welcomes Greenpeace deforestation report stating ‘much more needs to be done’

16-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) welcomes the Greenpeace deforestation report which looked into the palm oil sourcing of major FMCG players, and says that much more needs to be done in order to improve the situation.

Avon shifts HQ to the UK, sheds 2,500 jobs

15-Mar-2016 By Simon Pitman

Avon Products has confirmed that it is shifting its international headquarters to the UK and is to reduce its workforce by 2,500 as part of its transformation plan for the ailing business.

JooMo launches new skin care product based on skin microbiota research

15-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

British cosmetics start-up JooMo is launching its own natural skin care line based on what it is calling ‘breakthrough’ science with a focus on microbiota and skin health.

Dow – DuPont merger on course

14-Mar-2016 By Deanna Utroske

The two US chemical corporations jointly filed a preliminary registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission this month, outlining plans for leadership, work streams, synergies, and finance.

Scientists develop novel facial serum demonstrating significant anti-ageing benefits

11-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Researchers in France and Spain have developed a novel anti-ageing facial serum containing apple stem cell extract, pro-collagen lipopeptide, creatine, and urea, which has been shown to significantly improve skin condition.

French research team shows skin penetration of hyaluronic acid by Raman spectroscopy

11-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A new study carried out in France has found that Raman spectroscopy represents an analytical, non-destructive, and dynamic method to evaluate the permeation of actives in the skin layers.

Evonik launches new beauty formulation concepts in China

10-Mar-2016 By Lucy Whitehouse

Evonik, a leading global specialty chemicals company, used the recent PCHi trade show to launch a new concept, ''Trendy textures for new experiences', onto the China market.

Nouveau Beauty questioned over misleading marketing claims, by ASA

10-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Marketing claims are scrutinised heavily in the cosmetics industry these days and cosmetics firm Nouveau Beauty is the latest to find itself on the receiving end of a telling off by a UK advertising watchdog after it was deemed to be making misleading...

Elizabeth Arden study shows novel retinoid ester to be effective acne treatment

10-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A new study has shown that a topical combination of retinoids (RC), alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA), salicylic acid (BHA), and lactic acid are a safe and effective treatment for acne as it can reduce inflammation and improve skin quality.

Liposomes don’t penetrate skin, but they may kick-start active ingredient delivery

09-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Researchers in Denmark say that the way liposomes are perceived in beauty needs to change after showing that the vesicles, often praised by cosmetics companies for their alleged ability to transport active ingredients into the skin, cannot actually penetrate;...

For beautiful skin, we must look after microbiota, says L’Oréal

09-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Microbiota plays an important role in skin health as it helps nourish and also protect against foreign microorganisms, meaning it is a good place to start if you want beautiful skin, according to a leading expert at L’Oréal.

BASF announces 145 halal-certified ingredients as market demand grows

08-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

As the demand for halal-certified cosmetics ingredients grows chemicals company BASF announces that 145 of its products for personal care manufactured at its Düsseldorf and Illertissen site comply with international halal standard HAS 23000.

Breakthrough skin cell understanding on key enzyme offers anti-ageing advancements

08-Mar-2016 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Scientists have identified that the activity of the key enzyme mitochondrial complex II significantly decreases in older skin and say this could hold the key to future cosmetic product development.