New ingredient could mean thinner layers, stronger sun cream
A US company is turning graphene, an artificial material discovered in 2004, into an ingredient that could boost the protection of sunscreen.
Archives for September 11, 2013
IMAN reveals Asian and Spanish women have similar skin care needs
The first multi-ethnic global cosmetic brand has likened Asian, Spanish and African skin tones as being similar and revealed that what most brands don’t realise is each ethnic group is experiencing the same challenges when it comes to cosmetics.
More research points to broccoli as a natural sunscreen
A joint research programme has once again focused on the UV-fighting and anti-cancer properties of broccoli, suggesting it could be effective as a topical treatment.
Naturex shoots for “green” breakthrough with University of Avignon
Cosmetics ingredient and flavouring giant Naturex has formed a partnership with the University of Avignon to find environmentally friendly ways of extracting natural ingredients.
Colour cosmetics innovation must come from demand says Merck
It is vital to listen to customer demand and the latest trends when developing pigments for the cosmetics industry according to ingredients supplier Merck KGaA.