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Sederma launches topical slimming solution

19-Nov-2008 - Paris-based active ingredients player Sederma has launched a topical slimming ingredient named Phytosonic that targets the problem of hypertrophy.

Burdock fruit is the latest ingredient to join the fight against skin ageing

19-Nov-2008 - Burdock fruit extract holds potential as an anti-ageing ingredient according to scientists at Beiersdorf.

Mibelle harnesses chocolate's feel good factor for the skin

18-Nov-2008 - A nanoemulsions of the cocoa bean extract is the latest ingredient to join Mibelle’s skin care portfolio.

Allergen rethink called for at IFRA fragrance workshop

18-Nov-2008 - European regulations on skin allergens should be reconsidered, according to a leading authority on skin sensitization at an IFRA workshop on allergy prevalence in fragrance.

Soliance launches organic cosmetic oils

18-Nov-2008 - Ingredients provider Soliance has sourced a range of new organic certified oils from Indonesia, aimed at the fast growing market for natural hair and skin products.

Soliance announces new general manager for Europe

18-Nov-2008 - Cosmetics ingredients provider Soliance says it has appointed a new general manager for its European operation, Frederique Lafosse.

Urgent need for new testing and regulation for nanoparticles, says Royal Commission

14-Nov-2008 - Urgent action is needed to develop the testing and regulation of nanomaterials, according to a report from the Royal Commission on Environmental Pollution.

Size matters when it comes to nano in cosmetics, says consumer group

13-Nov-2008 - The FDA must recognise that the size of a particle may affect its behavior and call for compulsory safety testing and labelling of nanoparticles in cosmetics, according to a US consumer group.

Antioxidant cocktail could complement sunscreen use

10-Nov-2008 - Topical application of an antioxidant mixture can complement sunscreen use in order to protect the skin from UV damage, according to a new study.

Industry and academia respond to Which? nanotech report

06-Nov-2008 - Which? has attracted both criticism and praise for its report on nanotechnology in cosmetics.

RCP Therapeutics expands presence in cosmeceuticals segment

05-Nov-2008 - UK company RCP Therapeutics says the acquisition of licensed technologies will help towards the global launch of an innovative cosmeceutical range.

Symrise launches overviews for body care and sun care

05-Nov-2008 - Symrise has released a genealogy of body care and sun care products detailing all that’s new within the sectors.

Cosmetics industry hides nanotechnology from consumers, according to report

05-Nov-2008 - Beauty companies are leaving consumers in the dark by not coming clean about nanotechnology, according to a recent Which? report.

Evonik extends its personal care ingredients range

05-Nov-2008 - Evonik extends its personal care range with a number of new ingredients presented at In-Cosmetics Asia this week.

Fragrance oil depends on bacteria in the roots

04-Nov-2008 - A commonly used fragrance oil obtained from a tropical grass is dependent on the microbial communities present in the root of the plant, according to a recent study.

Masterclass focuses on natural cosmetic standards

04-Nov-2008 - In answer to the rash of new standards aimed at clarifying natural and organic cosmetic standards, Organic Monitor is organising a Natural Cosmetics Masterclass.

Soil Association defends anti-nanotech stance

03-Nov-2008 - Soil Association has taken a stand against nanotechnology. Standards and Technical Director Francis Blake explains why the organic certifier said no to nano but is prepared to make exceptions.

IFRA workshop tackles problem of fragrance allergies

31-Oct-2008 - European Fragrance association IFRA is holding a one day workshop that will tackle specific problems relating to fragrance allergies.

Astaxanthin protects the skin against UV damage, study

30-Oct-2008 - Astaxanthin is more efficient than other carotenoids in protecting the skin from UV damage, according to recent in vitro study findings.

Summer snowflakes join fight against ageing

29-Oct-2008 - An aqueous extract from summer snowflake bulbs is the latest anti-ageing product to be developed by Israeli Biotechnology Research (IBR).

Safety of common skin whitener called into question

28-Oct-2008 - The safety of the common skin whitener kojic acid has been called into question by a European scientific body.

Seatons launches new range of citrus seed oils

24-Oct-2008 - Vegetable oil specialist Seatons has added four new citrus seed oils to its range, extending its reach in the emollient ingredients category.

CPL Aromas appoints new creative perfumer

23-Oct-2008 - CPL Aromas has appointed Chris Casale to the position of creative perfumer at its US operations in New Jersey.

Long-term moisturising may harm skin barrier function

23-Oct-2008 - Long term moisturising with certain products may actually damage the skin barrier, according to recent research.

Conference focuses on animal testing alternatives for cosmetics

22-Oct-2008 - Impending deadlines on animal testing and new chemical legislation will be examined and discussed at a cosmetic ingredients conference later this week.