Clariant unveils silicone-free and deco-cosmetics concepts
Switzerland-based specialty chemicals expert, Clariant, has launched two new concept groups for its personal care customers; silicone-free and decorative cosmetic products.
Archives for November 3, 2009
Nanoencapsulation: difference between ‘making money and breaking even’
Nanoencapsulation can make significant savings for formulators as it can reduce the amount of active ingredients needed, according to Ken Chomistek, a research engineer with Microfluidics.
AkzoNobel forms pan-European personal care ingredients distributor
AkzoNobel has formed Europe’s newest personal care ingredients distribution network, following last year’s acquisition of National Starch Personal Care.
Microcapsules developed to deliver chemicals ‘on demand'
Scientists in the US have developed phototriggerable microcapsules, which could have implications for active ingredients in personal care.
Lifting the lid on what defines the beauty foods category
Beauty foods, beauty from within, nutraceuticals, cosmeceuticals - with so many terms and so many different types of products within this fast-growing category, defining and positioning those products has never been more important.