The Grape Seed Extract Company is the latest New Zealand company to
tap the nutraceutical potential of a waste product of a traditional
industry, with an antioxidant extracted from grape seeds left over
by wine-makers using a non-chemical...
Germany-based Goldschmidt Personal Care, a division of the Degussa
specialty chemicals business, is launching TEG Care CE 40, a new,
vegetable-based cationic emulsifier system for the formulation of
oil dispersed in water creams and...
The UK's Royal Society says that any products containing
nanoparticles should disclose how they are tested for safety. The
claim comes as a new inventory of nanotechnology-based consumer
products confirms that personal care products...
Scientific research is increasingly pointing to the fact that the
cell nucleus plays an important part in the ageing process - a
discovery that could revolutionise anti-ageing treatments.
French health regulator Afssaps (Agence Française de Sécurité des
Produits Santé) has put a total block on the production and
distribution of the vitamin K1 for cosmetics products - a move that
aims to tackle the problem of the growing...
US knowledge management firm EKM Corporation has launched an
updated version of its Laboratory Information Management System
(LIMS), in a move that aims to increase functionality, accuracy and
speed of testing results.
The Scientific Advisory Committee of the European Centre for the
Validation of Alternative Methods (ECVAM) has approved six new
alternative testing methods aimed at reducing the need for certain
cosmetics ingredients to be tested...
A German research consortium is investigating the effects of
nanoparticles at the research and development stage in an effort to
determine its effect on individuals' health as well as the
environment.
Dow Corning has launched a new class of multifunctional silica
particles on the worldwide market that are claimed to be efficient
oil-phase thickeners as well as sebum absorbers for skin creams.
The European division of the US-based International Specialty
Products group (ISP) is making a number of new launches, including
a dual-function thickening and styling agent.
Keen interest in the focus on Amazon-sourced cosmetics ingredients
at the recent In-Cosmetics show in Barcelona reflects the huge
demand for exotic natural ingredients that is currently a major
driving force for product innovation...
Wacker Fine Chemicals, a division of Germany-based Wacker
Chemicals, has launched a series of new ingredients that include a
cyclodextrin complex for wrinkle treatments and sun care products
as well as silicone waxes for a variety...
The PCITX mid-year conference is set to open its doors in New York
City next week with a series of presentations that will discuss the
latest progress for ingredients together with technologies.
Within the personal care sector Eastman is a name that has
traditionally been associated with packaging materials, but this is
rapidly changing as the company hones its personal care portfolio
with its first ever natural active ingredient.
The US division of Japanese biotech company Kyowa Hakko has
launched a new anti-aging cosmeceutical ingredient, Lumistor
L-Hydroxyroline. Said to be a naturally derived amino acid, its
benefits include skin moisture retention and...
Two leading US ingredients players - Abitec and McIntyre - have
combined resources to develop a new line of leave-on raw materials
delivering emolliency, solvency, pigment-wetting and emulsification
properties for a spectrum of topical...
European researchers claim they have scientific evidence that
UV-absorbing chemicals used in sunscreens and many anti-ageing
products may disturb production of thyroid hormone in rats.
Beraca Ingredients has been granted ECOCERT organic certification
for its personal care ingredients. The European-wide quality and
purity award allows both manufacturers and consumers to clearly
identify organic ingredients and products...
Croda has chosen next month's In-Cosmetics expo in Barclona as the
platform to debut a host of new ingredients that concentrate on
providing added functionality for sun care, hair care and skin care
formulations.
Germany-based Cognis has acquired UK polymer specialist Cosmetic
Rheologies, a move that enhances its position as a full-range
specialties supplier to the cosmetics industry.
Norwegian scientists claim they have developed a new and more
effective topical treatment for a variety of dry skin conditions
using fish-derived enzymes and gelatine.
Scientists at the University of Dundee say they have discovered the
gene that causes dry skin, something that could lead to a marked
turn around in a host of treatments for related conditions.
Fruit and vegetables waste products offer a cheap and practical
source of potent antioxidants that could be used in topical crème
formulations, says a Spanish-German study.
Laboratoires Sérobiologiques (LS) has launched a series of new
active ingredients that tap into consumer demands for greater
efficacy derived from natural products to treat specific
age-related skin conditions.
US researchers say they have discovered several small molecules
that can 'superactivate' botulinum neurotoxin (BoNT), which in turn
could greatly improve its effectiveness as an anti-wrinkle
treatment.
Japanese scientists at the International Medical Center of Japan
say they have successfully undertaken a co-operative development
program with Sekisui Chemical company to extract vanilla fragrance
from cow dung.
A UK-based scientist has stirred up controversy in Europe following
comments made in a media interview that he supports animal testing
for the development of cosmetic products.
Following another scientific study that alleges links between
aluminum salts in deodorants and breast cancer, the Cosmetic,
Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTFA) has aired its concern
that the findings might cause unnecessary...
US Scientists believe they are one step closer to improving the
efficacy of anti-ageing creams and other skin care treatments,
having identified new molecular indicators of aging in the skin
that throw more light on the ageing process.
L'Oreal is extending its research and development capabilities in
the area of reconstructed skin with the acquisition of the company
SkinEthic through its subsidiary Episkin. The move will help it
develop more accurate testing...
UBE Industries claims to have devised a new way of processing the
seaweed extract Fuicoidan, an active ingredient used as a softener
in hair and skin care applications.
Oxonica, a UK-based nanotechnology group that has come to the fore
with a UV sunscreen ingredient, has completed the acquisition of US
company Nanoplex Technologies, in a deal that will help it expand
its sun care capabilities.
Global ingredients player DSM has launched a new titanium dioxide
UV filter on the international market that tackles the formulation
incompatability often associated with this type of ingredient.
German chemical player Cognis has completed an investment in Golden
Hope Plantations Berhad that will see the companies combine their
resources on oleochemicals, an ingredient that is proving
increasingly popular in a variety of personal...
YSL Beauté has collaborated with another French company, LibraGen,
to develop an enzymatic production process that will enable
cosmetics players to incorporate hitherto unusable active compounds
into future products.
Beiersdorf has invested in a newly opened joint-venture
nanotechnology R&D centre as part of its aims to become one of
the leading players in this fast-growing industry.
Colour-changing colour cosmetics look set to become the next big
thing, as Engelhard launches a special-effect pigment that brings a
new dimension to a variety of colour cosmetic and personal care
products.
Cognis tapped into a growing market last year with the launch of
two ingredients aimed at fighting the effects of pollution in hair
and skin care formulations - launches that have now been recognised
with innovation awards.
In the fight against wrinkles maintaining collagen levels has
proved to be a major tool. Now sourcing effective collagen could
become easier for the cosmetic world, as scientists claim they have
discovered a way of reproducing the...
Italian botanicals manufacturer Indena and Japanese cosmetics giant
Kanebo have joined forces to develop an olive fruit extract
designed to provide moisturizing and anti-ageing properties for the
skin care category.
A small Israeli biotech company is looking to develop new skin care
ingredients following a major increase in its business stemming
from a distribution and licensing agreement with international
ingredients provider Symrise.
A team of researchers working at the Hiroshima University's
Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences in Japan claims it has
clarified the structure of melanin, a move which could enable
cosmetic companies to develop more effective...
A report published by the group Sense About Science questioning the
safety and legislation behind natural ingredients has drawn
criticism from a number of researchers, who have leapt to the
defense of the market.
A couple that stumbled on a large waxy lump washed up on a South
Australian beach could be set to make a million after it turned out
to be Ambergris, a substance found in whale intestines and a
much-prized ingredient for fragrance...
A new report is due to be published highlighting safety issues
relating to natural ingredients. The report adds to a growth in
information stressing the potential toxic compounds that exist in
this still relatively unregulated segment.
A safety training course run by the Vrije University in Brussels
this April will target a variety of issues relating to the testing
of cosmetic products and ingredients and how to remain within EU
legislation.
Hydron Technologies has been granted a US patent for a
self-adjusting emulsion system aimed at a variety of cosmeceutical
applications, including anti-aging, sunscreen and acne products.
BioCell Technologies has released the results of a bioassay which
supports the effectiveness of its dietary ingredient BioCell
Collagen II in preventing wrinkles.