Iceland-based ORF Genetics has announced the launch of its Dermokine growth factors, which it claims are the world's first plant-based growth factors suitable for safe, effective cosmetic formulations.
Prebiotics have the potential to fight against tooth decay as they can favour the growth of lactic acid bacteria in the mouth at the expense of the bacterial strains that cause caries, according to recent research.
Triclosan should be used prudently in cosmetics for fear of developing bacterial resistance, according to a recent scientific opinion from the European Union.
Soap, deodorant and antibacterial developers will be intrigued to know that US scientists have discovered a greater variety of skin bacteria than previously documented.
Swiss ingredients player Ciba says it is readying its Tinosan SDC antimicrobial for the European market and should have it approved by mid-2009 for use as a preservative.
Formulators using natural ingredients should pay particular attention to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to avoid contamination of their products prior to market.
A new lauric acid-arginine preservative has been accepted for use in cosmetics products by European regulatory bodies, according to its manufacturer Vedeqsa.
A commonly used fragrance oil obtained from a tropical grass is dependent on the microbial communities present in the root of the plant, according to a recent study.
A contaminated body milk infected critically ill patients in a
Spanish hospital - leading scientists to oppose the use of non
sterilised cosmetics in hospital environments.
California-based Woodbridge Labs has announced that it is recalling
certain DermaFreeze 365 anti-aging products in Canada and the
United states after samples tested positive for potentially
dangerous bacteria.
Global chemcials giant BASF has announced a co-operation agreement
with the University of Manchester in the UK to increase research in
the area of enzymes, an initiative that could lead to progress in
the field of polymers for cosmetics.
German chemicals group BASF is set to break new ground with the
introduction of ingredient technology developed using Lactobacillus
healthy bacteria derived from yoghurt for a range of personal care
products.
The Cosmetics Toiletry and Fragrance Association and the Soap and
Detergent Association have defended anti-bacterial soaps after US
health experts claimed that such products were no more effective
than regular soap and water.
Researchers in the UK say they have found a way of isolating
bacteria that can prevent breath and feet odour - a discovery that
could eventually help in the formulation of more effective
treatments, reports Simon Pitman.
A UK company has launched a new skin care treatment specially
developed for research and developments teams handling chemicals
and materials that can cause a range of undesirable reactions,
reports Simon Pitman.
Biotechnology specialist Proteus has collaborated with Degussa to
develop a thermostable esterase biocatalyst that is said to provide
new applications for poorly soluble ingredients used in cosmetic
applications.