Dior in the spotlight over 'propyl gallate' in lip gloss formulation
Luxury cosmetics maker, Christian Dior found itself under the media's spotlight this week due to a preservative newly added to its Addict Lip Gloss formulations...
Archives for January 22, 2015
Award-winning oils and fats innovation makes skin care ‘more effective’
University lecturer Dr Mahiran Basri has been recognised for her work in successfully diversifying the use of oils and fats which resulted in an innovation formulated through nanotechnology that is beneficial to cosmetics, and in particular skin care.
Oat Cosmetics data points to skin enhancing qualities for texturising ingredient
UK ingredients provider Oat Cosmetics says new research reveals that its Oat Silk texturising ingredient also has exceptionally high levels of skin enhancing lipids.
P&G shakes up exec board in drive to boost personal care sales
Procter & Gamble has announced an executive reshuffle that may line up David Taylor to take over from A.G. Lafley in the CEO role, while targeting business realignment focused on flagging personal care sales.
Scientists discover bacterial pigment potential to improve SPF
Two pigments have potential as ingredients in sunscreens as they have been shown to improve sun protection factor and also display antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.