Collagen

Scientific studies on collagen have traditionally been split between beauty and medicine, but industry has now started to 'join the dots' (Getty Images)

Collagen has a ‘bold future’ in beauty as science soars

By Kacey Culliney

Research on the beauty benefits of collagen continues to gain ground, with increasing cross-over interest between topical, ingestible and medical applications sparking fresh promise, says the science and technical director of the Collagen Stewardship...

Evonik has developed vegan biotech collagen

Evonik has developed vegan biotech collagen

By Deanna Utroske

Right now, the specialty chemical company is positioning the technology for use in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors; but it’s altogether likely the new collagen platform will find its way into beauty as well.

The rise of the silkworm cocoon in skin care

The rise of the silkworm cocoon in skin care

By Michelle Yeomans

Silk cocoon-based skin care formulations are really starting to take off in Asia as consumers seek an alternative way to keep the skin radiant and treat the ageing process.

Bioactive peptide to treat ageing from within

Bioactive peptide to treat ageing from within

By Michelle Yeomans

Following a study by scientists at the University of Kiel on the effect of bioactive collagen peptides (BCP), Gelita AG has developed an active for BFW products, that it says will reduce wrinkles from the inside out.