Leading ingredients supplier Croda is tapping into Oxonica's
nanotechnology capabilities with an agreement to distribute its
Optisol UV absorber to the international personal care market.
A new study finds that a common additive found in cosmetics has
been found to inhibit the activity of sirtuins, enzymes associated
with lifespan control in yeast and other organisms, a discovery
that could question its future use.
German ingredients player Symrise has launched a new active
ingredient that aims to prevent itching and irritancy in a range of
cosmetics products as diverse as shampoos and skin creams.
The EU proposed law regulating chemicals underwent another
transformation yesterday in the hands of the EUs ministers, with
consumer groups condemning the changes as a further watering down
of the law in favour of industry.
A Malaysian study has found that the vitamin derived from
antioxidant-rich palm oil is more potent than other forms of
vitamin E when used to improve the healing of dermal wounds.
A new study reveals that cosmetic and toiletry companies have one
of the lowest investments in research and development compared to
other global industries.
US lobby group the Breast Cancer Fund, says analysis it has carried
out on some popular teenage cosmetics products highlights a number
of health risks - a problem that the body says brings further
attention to the lack of regulation...
Collagen Nutraceuticals, an established nutraceuticals player, is
launching a cosmetic grade hyaluronic acid (HA) aimed at a variety
of skin and hair care formulations, primarily as a means of
retaining moisture.
The oft-said adage that there are two things people don't want to
see being made - sausage and legislation - falls apart at the doors
of the EU's parliament.
In the UK 4-Front Research has acquired rival dermatological
testing business Skin Research Centre, in a move that aims to meet
continuing growth in demand for the research and development of
skin care products.
Canada-based Atrium Biotechnologies has collaborated with
France-based Européen de Biologie Cellulaire (IEB) to launch a
range of five peptides for the specific international skin care
markets.
A range of very high active content emulsifiable vegetable oils for
use in a wide variety of personal care applications has been
launched by UK supplier Seatons.
Growth in demand for emu eggs, meat and leathers is now being
matched by interest in the oil. Currently the US is leading the way
in Emu farming and, although a number of specialist cosmetics
products already exist there, the international...
The findings bring fresh evidence against the chemical family,
which is commonly found in both plastics packaging and a number of
personal care products.
The Estee Lauder Companies is tackling the world's largest emerging
consumer market head-on with the opening of a new research center
in Shanghai, China, this week.
The adoption of the new EU chemicals legislation, REACH, by a broad
majority of the European Parliament at first reading has been
welcomed by Colipa, which believes the clarification of the use of
chemicals in cosmetics products will...
Following the European Union's objectives to totally eliminate all
testing of cosmetic ingredients on animals, the European cosmetics
association, Colipa, says that an industry-wide partnership has
been forged with the objective...
Carrington Laboratories says it has received an international
classification for its newly developed Hydrapol powder - an
ingredient that is believed to be the only commercially available
raw material derived from Aloe vera L.
Switzerland-based Cosmetochem has launched a new nano-encapsulated
stabilised vitamin C formulation that is claimed to stimulate
collagen production when used in anti-ageing formulations.
Sulforaphane, an extract derived from vegetables such as broccoli
sprouts, could prove to be an effective ingredient for after-sun
treatments, a new report suggests.
A team of UK physcologists says that it can prove some women need
make-up to appear more attractive, a strong marketing tool for
cosmetics companies trying to increase sales in this
ever-competitive sector.
US chemicals player Lonza has launched Geogard Ultra, a product
that aims to meet the growing demand for alternative cosmetic
preservatives that are free of potentially harmful and toxic
properties. The product is also said to be...
Croda Personal Care says it has just received 100 per cent Forest
Stewardship Council (FSC) certification for its Crodamazon range of
exotic oils sourced from the Amazon Rainforest.
The European Union and Luxembourg high courts have ruled that
French fragrance company Eden will not be able to trademark the
smell of strawberries in an effort to market it for a range of
cosmetics products.
A study by the European organisation of cosmetic ingredients,
industries and services has found that some 27 toxic substances
exist in the 350 plants used in the cosmetic ingredient, a result
that consumers should be warned about,...
The EU has produced an updated report on its guidance for the use
of animal by-products. Currently the ruling does not apply to
cosmetic products and packaging, but if the report is heeded, the
ruling looks set to change that.
CalciTech is claiming to have put on the market one of the purest
calcium carbonate ingredients available. Aimed at a variety of
cosmetic applications, it is claimed to have lower levels of heavy
metals than other leading brands.
In the UK the Body Shop has topped the Cosmetics Category in the
RSPCA's annual Alternative Awards. The award, which also
acknowledged Neil's Yard and Lush, recognises companies' efforts
towards improving the treatment...
Cognis has unveiled two innovations aimed at the wellness trend for
the personal care category at the 52nd SEPAWA congress, held in
Germany last week. The new ideas focus on providing personal care
products that provide both sensorial...
Proteus has been granted a US patent for L-Shuffling, a novel gene
shuffling technology developed by the France-based company to
generate and optimise novel proteins for commercial product
applications including personal care and...
The European Commission is holding a conference in Brussels next
month to highlight the latest advances in alternatives to the
testing of animals on cosmetic and pharmaceutical products.
Tocotrienols may protect the skin from the aging effects of
pollution and UV rays better and in smaller quantities than other
forms of vitamin E, according to Eastman Chemical Company.
Lobby group Friends of the Earth is publishing a report that throws
palm oil, a base ingredient in a variety of cosmetic and toiletry
products, into the eco-threatening spotlight, claiming its
production is threatening the future...
In line with the approaching completion of its CIS Supply Centre,
Oriflame has announced that it is hooking up with machinery
supplier Weckerle to establish a lipstick manufacturing facility.
European cosmetic makers have been quick to catch on to the
promises made by 'wonder ingredient' CoQ10 with a throng of
products hitting the market in the last five years, according to
Mintel. Nonetheless, supply issues...
Advances in materials testing means that guaranteeing the
consistency of lipstick has never been more accurate. We spoke to
Lloyd Instruments to find out how.
Cognis Care Chemicals is to unveil a new model for the development
of skin care products with customised texturing at the forthcoming
52nd SEPAWA congress, to be held in Würzburg, Germany, from October
12 to 14, 2005.
A new study confirms the efficacy of vitamin E skin care
formulations under exposure to ultraviolet radiation, claiming that
it can help to prevent or minimize free radical-induced damage.
Claims that collagen extracted from the bodies of executed
Chineseprisoners could find its way into European beauty products
have sparkedcalls for immediate controls on substances used
ascosmetic 'fillers'.
Researchers at the Ohio State University have just completed what
is claimed to be the most comprehensive study of hair at the
nanometer level ever conducted. The aim of the research is to
discover the effects of environmental effects...
With cosmetic testing constantly adapting to ever-changing national
and global legislation, we spoke to the Consumer Product Testing
Company to reveal some of the latest technologies and solutions
available to the industry.
A new study commissioned by the WWF and Greenpeace reveals that
alarming levels of chemicals commonly found in personal care
products in baby's umbilical cords, providing more clout for
campaigners aiming to clamp down on potential...
Hyaluronic acid has made the jump into the global cosmetics market
with the launch of the Estee Lauder's Perfectionist skin care
range. With the ingredient already proving a hit in the US market
for cosmetic, nutritional and...
A two-day symposium held at the American Chemical Society's annual
national meeting last week has unveiled a series of commercially
important ingredients and delivery technologies featuring
nanotechnology - evidence of the growing...
France-based active ingredients specialist Silab is introducing a
series of new anti-ageing ingredients at the forthcoming Health
& Beauty America show, to be held in New York City, 27-29
September. Although the three ingredients...
AGI Dermatics says it is testing a new drug, Dimericine, which it
claims can be incorporated into anti-ageing and sunscreen products
as a means of repairing uv-related damage already apparent in the
skin.
A US cosmetics company says it will try to further a technology it
has developed for skin care products in an attempt to break into
the drug delivery for cancer prevention treatments and gene repair
agents.
Researchers in Japan say that methylparaben, a commonly used
antiseptic agent for a range of cosmetics products, may cause skin
to age when it is exposed to ultraviolet rays.
Cognis Care Chemicals has launched a new long-lasting moisturiser
based on extracts of a South African desert plant. The launch is in
response to increasing demands for multi-functional moisturising
agents that catering to the...
