IFRA expo at EU parliament highlights fragrance innovation
An exhibition organised by the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) currently being held at the European parliament aims to highlight innovation in the fragrance industry.
Archives for June 4, 2013
New photobioreactor makes microalgae cultivation easier for the industry
Researchers at the University of Alicante have patented a new device that cultivates microalgae more efficiently; a technology that its lead scientist says will be of great value to the cosmetics industry as algae based formulations become more of a trend.
How L’Oréal evaluates its suppliers to stay ahead of the game
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.
Research suggests daily sunscreen use can reduce signs of aging by 24 percent
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.
SCCS takes another look at propyl- and butylparaben and rules them safe again
Following another request to update its opinion on propyl- and butylparaben, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has ruled that the parabens are not posing any health risk in the amounts currently used.