Archives for August 31, 2015

M&A activity underlines increased investment in active and biofunctional ingredients

Ashland today confirmed the acquisition of the Zeta Fraction biofunctional technology from rival ingredients player Akzo Nobel, a move that forms part of an industry-wide investment in advanced ingredients technology that has also included big players...

Givaudan acquires Induchem as Cosmetics Actives strategy continues

Swiss ingredients player Givaudan has continued its efforts to build its science-based active cosmetics ingredients business with the acquisition of Induchem.

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Cosmetics and Personal Care Packaging: top trends

Being on trend in the fast-paced business of beauty has its advantages and its challenges. We caught up with Leslie Sherr, co-author of the forthcoming book Material Innovation: Packaging, to discover the top packaging trends in beauty and personal care...

Study points to plastic particles found in cosmetics as damaging

Face scrubs, cosmetics and cleaning products that contain microbeads could be harming the environment and in particular marine life, according to a new study by Plymouth University.