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L'Oréal recently published scientific reviews assessing the safety of mineral oils, phenoxyethanol, octocrylene and titanium dioxide nanoparticles used in cosmetic formulations (Image: L'Oréal)

L’Oréal exec: Science can overturn consumer misinterpretations - 'to face perception, you need facts'

Science must form the basis in overturning consumer confusion and mistrust on the safety of widely-used cosmetic ingredients, says the medical and communications director of L’Oréal Active Cosmetics.

REACH restrictions to watch: Microplastics, permanent make-up and cyclic siloxanes

Upcoming restrictions on use of microplastics, permanent make-up and cyclic siloxanes must be on the agenda for those working in beauty and personal care, says a REACH expert.

'Connect, communicate and engage': Digital and social increasingly important in beauty

There’s a rising mountain of digital beauty consumers that will snowball in size and influence in coming years, and brands and retailers that understand their needs will be in a strong position for future growth, says Euromonitor International.

Innospec proprietary blend offers cyclic siloxane alternative for upcoming EU ban

Specialty chemicals firm Innospec has developed a proprietary blend of low and high volatile silicones to replace D5 cyclic siloxane – an important move given the upcoming European ban, says its head of technical services for personal care.

Forever young: Bioeffect co-founder talks potent power of bioengineered plants for anti-ageing

A decade ago Icelandic cosmetics firm Bioeffect developed epidermal growth factor (EGF) proteins from barley seeds through a specialised process it still classifies an ‘industrial secret’, and next year the company is set to launch an anniversary product...

CBD skin care brand Kuida expands into the US and European markets

Colombia-based CBD skin care brand Kuida was launched one year ago, and has now announced that the brand will be available in both the US and UK markets for the first time.

That ‘signature scent’: Fragrances perfect to explore personalisation

Consumers consider perfume an excellent way to express uniqueness and boost confidence, offering significant potential to develop personalised fragrances, says Mintel.

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Responsible beauty with polyurethane film formers

Growing awareness on the environmental impact of cosmetic products. Today’s consumers not only expect their cosmetic products to achieve good results and contribute to their well-being.