Breaking News on Cosmetics Formulation & Packaging - Europe US edition

Tri-K launches new sunscreen range for US market

21-Oct-2009 - New Jersey-based Tri-K Industries has launched a range of five new sunscreens offering broad range UVA and UVB protection.

Peptide pushes skin to remodel from within, claims DSM

21-Oct-2009 - The latest cosmetics offering from DSM Nutritional Products has been designed to boost hyaluronan levels in the skin to help firm and remodel ageing skin.

Seaweed extract may help improve the appearance of ageing skin

21-Oct-2009 - Australian company Marinova claims that recent studies support the use of its organic seaweed extract in anti-ageing cosmetics.

Cell module system could help replace animal testing in cosmetics

20-Oct-2009 - The urgency of the ban on animal testing for cosmetic ingredients could speed up the regulatory bodies’ acceptance of alternatives such as Kirkstall’s cell culture system.

Grant combines silicones with naturals for greener solutions

19-Oct-2009 - Replacing a petroleum-derived solvent in a silicone elastomer delivery system with a vegetable alternative does not have to compromise quality, claims Grant Industries.

Cognis unveils new ‘holistic’ ingredients at SEPAWA

16-Oct-2009 - Germany-based specialty chemicals player Cognis is unveiling a number of new ingredients at the 56th SEPAWA congress, geared towards the consumer trend for green products.

Research on US rivers points to inconclusive results on cosmetics pollution

15-Oct-2009 - Analysis of research carried out in the US suggests that incidence of inter sex fish cannot always be blamed on high levels of household pollution, including personal care compounds.

Study underlines potential for targeting hand soaps at men

15-Oct-2009 - A new study carried out by British scientists has proved that only one third of males actually wash their hands with soap and water after using the bathroom.

Commission calls for data on peanut oil and wheat proteins

14-Oct-2009 - The European Commission is calling for scientific data on the use of peanut oil and hydrolysed wheat proteins in cosmetics, after some member states expressed concern over the ingredients.

Skin care ingredient uses protective power of grape stem cells

13-Oct-2009 - Stem cells from a rare red grape variety provide the basis for Swiss company Mibelle’s latest skin care ingredient.

Collaboration aims to recreate human cells for R&D

09-Oct-2009 - A team of researchers in France has embarked upon a project to develop human cellular systems that could be used in the development of cosmetic products.

Lipoaminoacids provide comprehensive anti-ageing protection, study

08-Oct-2009 - Two new lipoaminoacid ingredients work in complementary ways to help fight against skin aging, according to a recent study.

New study supports antioxidant supplements for ageing skin

07-Oct-2009 - Taking a dietary supplement containing coenzyme Q10 and a selection of antioxidants and minerals can decrease skin roughness and fine wrinkles, according to a recent study.

SPF and UVA testing methods clarified in ISO report

06-Oct-2009 - A technical report from the International Standards Organisation (ISO) claims to help technicians navigate the complex world of sun protection test methods.

Unilever strengthens work on topical delivery systems

06-Oct-2009 - Unilever has signed a research agreement with a US company in order to explore transdermal delivery technologies.

News in brief

Dow Corning beauty expert to speak at in-cosmetics Asia

06-Oct-2009 - Dow Corning associate scientist and skin care technologist Isabelle Van Reeth will present a key speech on Skin Whitening at the forthcoming in-cosmetics Asia.

Study suggests risks for beauty care workers exposed to solvents while pregnant

02-Oct-2009 - Scientists in France have carried out a comprehensive study encompassing 3,421 women to determine the effects of occupational exposure to solvents while pregnant.

IFRA investigation finds supplier compliant with standards

02-Oct-2009 - IFRA has found that a fragrance supplier was compliant with regulations following an investigation into the use of a banned ingredient.

Cosmetic products with SPFs may not provide adequate protection

01-Oct-2009 - Formulating daily cosmetic products with UV filters may be ‘inappropriate’ as they do not provide the protection required, according to a recent report.

Policy and governance of nanotech must be rethought, report

30-Sep-2009 - There are ‘entrenched failings’ in the current policy and governance of nanotechnology, according to a report from EU-funded project Deepen.

France launches public debate on nanotechnology

29-Sep-2009 - France has launched a public debate on nanotechnology in an attempt to involve as many citizens as possible in deciding the future of this emerging technology.

Chromadex plans to scale up anthocyanin manufacturing process

24-Sep-2009 - Botanical standards supplier Chromadex has received funding to commercialize a manufacturing process for anthocyanins, the new ‘super class’ of phytochemical compounds.

Research aims to unravel the secret to happy skin

24-Sep-2009 - UK scientists have begun a study to tackle the question of what personal care formulations can make skin feel good.

Sunscreens should be recommended despite lack of clinical evidence

23-Sep-2009 - Sunscreen use should be encouraged despite the lack of evidence demonstrating the ability of modern sun protection products to prevent melanoma, says scientist.