Skin care

New Clariant grows its skin care offering with new polysulfonates production plant

26-Feb-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Specialty chemicals company Clariant has opened its new AMPS polymers plant for production of specialty polysulfonates at its strategic global facility in Tarragona, Spain.

Horphag Research awarded prestigious botanical award

26-Feb-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

The Swiss-based producer of Pycnogenol, a French maritime pine bark (Pinus pinaster) extract, used in cosmetics as well as supplements, has been awarded the American Botanical Council’s ‘Tyler Phytomedicinal Research Award’.

L’Oreal amongst industry professionals at Merck's dermocosmetics forum

22-Feb-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

The cosmetic giant was amongst industry professionals that gathered in Darmstadt this week to hear renowned scientists and specialists present current studies, innovative substances and market trends in the area of dermocosmetics.

BASF to take Care Creations ‘to the next level’

21-Feb-2013 By Simon Pitman

BASF says that its Care Creations brand, which was rolled out this time last year, is being readied for the next phase of its planned expansion with the announcement of more products for the portfolio.

Lucas Meyer readies two new active ingredients for in-cosmetics

19-Feb-2013 By Simon Pitman

Canada-based Lucas Meyer is preparing to unveil two brand new active ingredients at the Paris in-cosmetics show, one being a natural ingredient that targets infrared-induced skin damage.

Beiersdorf discovery holds potential for skin care of the future

15-Feb-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Cosmetics company Beiersdorf has teamed up with a German university to contribute to understanding of the skin that could lead to big developments in skin care and anti-ageing products.

Research finds soybean crop to absorb nanoparticles in cosmetics

15-Feb-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Scientists in France and the US have traced, for the first time, how nanoparticles found in personal care formulations can end up in agricultural soil, thus having significant effects on crops such as soybean.        

At-home skin care devices show huge growth potential in 2013

14-Feb-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The market for at-home skin care devices suggests a great opportunity for growth as it is largely under-penetrated despite booming in 2012.

Is bee venom emerging again as a key skin care ingredient?

12-Feb-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Bee venom popped up on the skin care scene a few years back as a natural alternative to the hugely popular Botox trend, boasting restoration and plumping properties, particularly in menopausal skin. Years later, it appears skin care formulators are turning...

As health scares and perceptions emerge, ingredient suppliers face new challenges

11-Feb-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Continued reporting of health worries and perceptions of chemical dangers bring about fresh challenges for innovation that cosmetic ingredient suppliers must adapt to, according to US-based Inolex.

Research group unearths new info on photo-ageing damage

08-Feb-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Scientists have provided an objective index for evaluating the degree of progress of dermal tissue changes caused by photo-ageing and revealed for the first time that elastin abnormality develops in the lower dermis during the early stages.

Media and consumer attention on certain ingredients could stifle innovation, Euromonitor

07-Feb-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Media and consumer attention towards certain ingredients used in beauty and personal care can stifle innovation in the industry, according to a Euromonitor analyst.

‘Brand positioning is so important in the men’s arena,’ barks Bulldog

06-Feb-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

It is the season of men’s grooming it seems, and with this in mind, CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com visited the HQ of natural skin care manufacturer Bulldog to discuss the challenges in the male arena and how to tackle them.

Innovation is key to 2013 survival for ingredient suppliers despite recession

06-Feb-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

There is no doubt that the unstable economic situation is taking its toll on the global cosmetics ingredients industry, but innovation is the key to a bright future says Euromonitor global head of Ingredients Research, as he outlines the key 2013 beauty...

Prescribed creams found being passed as cosmetics in Uganda

05-Feb-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Certain traders in Uganda have been found to be selling medicated creams solely intended to treat skin diseases and passing them off as skin whitening cosmetics to unsuspecting consumers.

Fruit oil trend down to berry good SPF and moisturising properties

04-Feb-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Red Raspberry (rubus idaeus) seed oil has gained increasing attention in cosmetics due to its rich moisturising properties, as well as its high sun protection factor.

Government urges the EU to tackle biopiracy

01-Feb-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

According to members of Parliament, Europe still needs to tackle ‘biopiracy’ in terms of multinationals exploiting plants from developing countries without sharing the benefits with indigenous peoples.

Study points to milk thistle extract providing UV protection

01-Feb-2013 By Simon Pitman

Two studies conducted at the University of Colorado Denver suggest that an extract from milk thistle called silibinin protects agains UVB damage and also kills skin cells damaged by UVB.

Natural products are benefitting from the organic trend, says Euromonitor

30-Jan-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Mergers and acquisitions in the last couple of years have demonstrated companies' increased interest in organic and natural-positioned products and brands, according to the market researcher.

UAE cosmetics market to reach €104m by 2014 as Caviar builds momentum

29-Jan-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

As recent market research perceives the United Arab Emirates cosmetics market as reaching as high as €104 million (Dh 514 million) by 2014, caviar is also noted as gaining momentum as a key skin care ingredient.

Yves Rocher grandson takes family behind the brand into billionaire status

25-Jan-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Despite only taking over his grandfather’s French beauty firm three years ago, Bris Rocher has brought the family behind the cosmetics giant to billionaire status, as sales top $3 (€2.3) billion in 2012.

Boots taps into X-Rite technology to personalise No7 foundation

25-Jan-2013 By Simon Pitman

British beauty retailer Boots has invested in X-Rite technology in 668 of its stores in an attempt to accurately measure skin tone to identify and match-up the most suitable shades of make-up for consumers.

Scientists create 'super helical polymer gel' with cosmetic potential

24-Jan-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Scientists at Radboud University Nijmegen are looking into ways a gel they have developed that claims to retain moisture a hundred times better than other gel, can be applied to cosmetic applications.

Rodial rapped by ASA for misleading 'Mila Kunis' ad

23-Jan-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

The Advertising Standards Authority has ruled skin care company Rodial’s advertisement for a body sculpture cream featuring actress Mila Kunis, is misleading.

Scientists develop understanding of skin response to UV light

22-Jan-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Scientists have strengthened their understanding of how skin cells sense and react to ultraviolet light and protect themselves with melanin; which has implications for skin care products and leave-on treatments for exposure.

Governments at UN forum agree on treaty to tackle mercury emissions

22-Jan-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

After meeting at a UN forum last week, global governments have agreed on the first legally binding, global treaty to tackle mercury pollution after a recent UNEP report revealed that emissions were on the up particularly in Africa, Asia and South America.

Evolva works with Ajinomoto to build personal care applications

18-Jan-2013

The Swiss company has joined up with the global supplier of amino acids to develop novel fermentation production routes to develop natural ingredients for application in personal care.

High recognition on the cards as Nivea redesign draws on classic blue tin

18-Jan-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Skin care brand Nivea has taken a trip down memory lane having undergone a redesign based around the classic blue tin from the 1920s incorporating the blue Nivea colour and white Bauhaus lettering onto the capos and closures of its packaging.

CAAT-EU kicks off the year with new papers on toxicology testing

18-Jan-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

The Committee, known for promoting education in humane science, has published new papers on the ‘Integrated Testing Strategies for Safety Assessments’, which looks at the most up-to-date strategies in alternative toxicological testing.

Evonik publishes sphingolipid study to develop specific skin care strains

16-Jan-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Specialty chemicals manufacturer Evonik has published its ceramide research with the aim of developing tailor-made yeast strains with improved sphingolipid production capabilities. 

Researchers warn of health risks of dyes used in face products

16-Jan-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Researchers are urging formulators to remove two dyes from skin care products and after-shave as they pose a health risk to consumers.

Scientist develops method to make cosmetics from rice bran

11-Jan-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A Vietnamese scientist has developed a method in which to make Gamma Oryzanol from rice bran, that can then be used in cosmetics and anti-ageing supplements.

The big 2013 trend in Korea? Move over Psy it’s men’s make-up time!

10-Jan-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The new calendar has seen the continuing growth of one of the biggest trends in South Korea, and it’s not the exuberant, catchy, feel-good viral dance phenomenon unearthed in 2012; but rather the increase in men’s make-up sales.

EU draws up health claim guidelines to help the industry...

04-Jan-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Certain EU member States have come together to draft a recommendation document on how the likes of nutricosmetics makers can better adapt the wording of an authorised health claim.

Shiseido develops technology to measure ingredient permeation on the skin

03-Jan-2013

Japan-based Shiseido has developed a new technology to display the state of permeation of cosmetic ingredients through the skin after application in terms of depth direction.

Resveratrol shown to delay aging as scientists enhance understanding

03-Jan-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Researchers at the University of Hong Kong have published further information on the impact of stem cells on the aging process and found that resveratrol, found in grapes, could delay premature aging.

EFSA rejects supplement tanning claims

19-Dec-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

The European Food Safety Authority has rejected health claims that a supplement containing a combination of lycopene, vitamin E, lutein and selenium “helps to prepare and activate tanning.”

L’Oréal concentrates on skin science development with new research centre

18-Dec-2012 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Following a string of facilities opening around the world, French firm L’Oréal has opened an Advanced Research Centre in A*STAR's Institute of Medical Biology (IMB) to plug into the research environment in Biopolis and Singapore.

Laser test developed to test anti-aging product efficacy

18-Dec-2012 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Researchers in Taiwan have developed a process with a new laser technique to identify the signs of aging and may help provide an index for measuring the effectiveness of 'anti-aging' skin products.

Cosmetic Scientists to discuss safety of light-based cosmetic devices

18-Dec-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

In light of the vast amount of light-based cosmetic devices being launched in recent years, the UK Society of Cosmetic Scientists is concerned about their  safety and is therefore set to meet to discuss the segment on the 10th of January.

Report finds more French women go online to buy cosmetics

14-Dec-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

According to a study by market researcher Come & Stay, 67 per cent of French women buy their cosmetics online, confirming that consumers are developing an increasing confidence towards shopping online.

Breakthrough: scientists develop molecules that act as UVA filters

13-Dec-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

Scientists at the University of Bath have created innovative compounds that will be the first of their kind to provide on-demand protection against sunlight-mediated skin ageing and damage.

SkinCare Ingredients 2013 Virtual Trade Show: Put the date in your diary!

11-Dec-2012 By Simon Pitman

Cosmetics Design is readying its third annual SkinCare Ingredients virtual trade show, to be held on June 12, 2013, a date all skin care professionals should now have firmly marked in their diaries.

The French secret to anti-ageing? It’s a bit cheesy…

11-Dec-2012 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A new generation of anti-ageing products could be developed after researchers stumbled upon the anti-inflammatory properties of cheese whilst trying to discover the secret behind the French paradox puzzle.

EU scientists make considerable progress in animal testing area

11-Dec-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

EU scientists have been awarded the first ever £250,000 (€310,000) Lush Science Prize for their steadfast progress in an ongoing research project to find an alternative to animal testing with chemical safety in mind.

Philippines FDA updates list of banned mercury-laden cosmetics

07-Dec-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

The Philippines Food and Drug Administration (FDA) list of banned cosmetics featuring mercury has expanded from 50 to 71, after the illegal products were discovered over the period of January 2010 to November of this year.  

Bali Monitoring Agency cracks down on illegal cosmetics

06-Dec-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

The Bali National Drug and Food Monitoring Agency (BPOM) is warning consumers to be more cautious when buying cosmetics after finding in a recent operation, a large number of illegal traditional beauty products.

Sony develops a device that spots 'invisible' skin blotches

05-Dec-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

Electronic specialist Sony has turned its focus to the cosmetics industry by developing a device that can analyze the condition of the skin whilst also being able to detect blemishes before they appear, thanks to cleverly placed image sensors.

Demand from Europe alone to triple Honduras collagen material exports

05-Dec-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

According to ‘Aquafinca Saint Peter Fish’ - a Honduras-based fish hatcheries company, demand from the European cosmetics industry alone for tilapia (fish skin processed for the production of collagen) will see its exports reach USD 600,000 (€458,000)...

What happens in Vegas… is Peptan proof for Rousselot

05-Dec-2012 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

French peptide producer Rousselot presented the latest scientific findings regarding its anti-aging product Peptan proving its efficacy at the SupplySide West trade show.