The rejuvenating qualities of vitamin E mean it is has long been a
popular choice for anti-ageing skin care products, but likewise, it
has traditionally been a difficult compound for formulators to work
with. Until now that is.
Sensation Chocolat Paris is due to launch a new skin care range on
the market this winter that taps into increasing demands for
exotic, natural and effective ingredients.
Genelink's Dermagenetics brand has been making a big splash in the
US with its DNA-tested and tailored anti-ageing treatments. Now
available in Europe, the company is claiming that its approach
could be set to revolutionise the...
The University of Vrije, based in Brussels, Belgium, is holding a
course to highlight the latest advances in dermato-cosmetic
sciences. It will deal with issues related to sensitive skin,
allergies and anti-ageing treatments as well...
A new study by UK charity Restoriation of Appearance and Function
Trust (RAFT) suggests that most sunscreen users do not use products
adequately enough to fully protect themselves form cancer-causing
UVA rays.
As cosmetic and toiletry manufacturers strive to grow their share
of the market, it seems that the creation of increasingly
innovative products and even new market niches seems to be the way
forward.
Air Products Performance Material Division says it is entering the
personal care ingredients industry, where it will initially be
focusing on the skin care, hair care, and color cosmetics
categories.
The US division of Japanese biotech company Kyowa Hakko has
launched a new anti-aging cosmeceutical ingredient, Lumistor
L-Hydroxyroline. Said to be a naturally derived amino acid, its
benefits include skin moisture retention and...
Today marks the opening of this year's In-Cosmetics show. The next
three days will see some frantic activity as exhibitors and
industry professionals from all over the world clamber through the
show's gates to do business.
Croda has chosen next month's In-Cosmetics expo in Barclona as the
platform to debut a host of new ingredients that concentrate on
providing added functionality for sun care, hair care and skin care
formulations.
Norwegian scientists claim they have developed a new and more
effective topical treatment for a variety of dry skin conditions
using fish-derived enzymes and gelatine.
Scientists at the University of Dundee say they have discovered the
gene that causes dry skin, something that could lead to a marked
turn around in a host of treatments for related conditions.
Laboratoires Sérobiologiques (LS) has launched a series of new
active ingredients that tap into consumer demands for greater
efficacy derived from natural products to treat specific
age-related skin conditions.
RPC Bramlage-Wiko has supplied the packaging for P&G's new Hugo
Boss skin care range, which includes the specification of an
airless dispenser and aluminium trimmings that contribute towards
the line's high-end positioning.
L'Oreal is extending its research and development capabilities in
the area of reconstructed skin with the acquisition of the company
SkinEthic through its subsidiary Episkin. The move will help it
develop more accurate testing...
A small Israeli biotech company is looking to develop new skin care
ingredients following a major increase in its business stemming
from a distribution and licensing agreement with international
ingredients provider Symrise.
Beyond Skin Science, a California-based skin care provider, has
launched a complete range of anti-aging skin care products
formulated with its nano-derived NanoChem technology.
Nevada-based Skinvisible says it has secured a US patent for its
Invisicare active ingredient, designed to hold active ingredients
on the skin's surface for extended periods.
Leo Pharma and Foamix have confirmed a joint venture to develop two
topical medicated foams for the treatment of psoriasis. The
products will be developed using Leo Pharma's laboratory facilities
and will concentrate on its vitamin...
Engelhard has joined the growing band of cosmetics providers
launching anti-wrinkle products based on hyaluronic acid (HA) aimed
at avoiding the pain and expense of popular injectable solutions.
Health and cosmetics marketer Mentholatum says it is building on
its acne skin care product range with the acquisition of the
pHisoderm brand name from the Tennessee-based Chattem business.
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.
Janson Beckett Cosmeceuticals has launched DermaExcel 7, a
peptide-based skin care product that is described as an intense
spot-wrinkle treatment that offers the same sort of solution as
Botox dermal filler.
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.
Following its sale to Russian group Kalina, Dr. Scheller has
announced a 9.3 per cent jump in sales for the third quarter,
although increases in profits are pegged back by account changes
and valuation adjustments.
New research shows that strong growth in the US market for
medicated skin care products is expected to continue, but,
reflecting changes in the country's demography, personal care
companies should also be aware that product offerings...
Canada-based Atrium Biotechnologies has launched a new active
ingredient for the cosmetic industry. Aldavine is algae-derived and
is said to be a multi-functional ingredient for skin care products.
The rise of hyaluronic acid and cheaper supplies from China means
that the anti-aging protein is now starting to be incorporated into
a wider range of skin care products.
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...
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...
France-based Airlessystems has launched a new line of airless
packaging for the growing men's skin care market. The Titan range
has been built around the concept of airtight packaging, thus
preserving the efficacy of cosmetic...
With some 90 per cent of P&G sales derived from women it is
about time to expand into the men's market. The proposed merger
with shaving name Gillette later this year should do much to
redress the balance and so should the...
The Royal Society and the FDA have re-iterated their concerns about
the use of nanotechnology in cosmetics products following concerns
raised in the British press about L'Oreal's 'nanosome' anti-aging
products,...
UK retailer has launched two new skin care products - a plumping
serum and a face mask - featuring natural active ingredients as
part of its revised own-brand skin care range, reports Simon
Pitman.
UK ingredients supplier Croda Personal Care has launched a new hand
and nail care ingredient on to the market. Based on hydrolysed
keratin, ProSina is said to combine properties that enable stronger
nails, while rehydrating skin,...
Leading British and European retailer Tesco is launching a new line
of own-brand skin care products that focuses on the value-for-money
treatment of spots, reports Simon Pitman.
A UK dermatological study into the affects of a compound extracted
from Araroba trees claim they have improved the treatment for
psoriasis. Simon Pitman reports on what could prove to be a
break-through for a condition that affects...
With a constant stream of market reports highlighting the growing
importance of the premium personal care category, Simon
Pitman takes a look at some of the recent launches on the
European market.
UK company Malvern has supplied researchers at Particle Sciences in
Pennsylvania, US, with a nano particle characterisation system as
part of efforts to improve the formulation of its recently
developed encapsulated form of retinol,...
Nevada-based Bio-Vel Technologies says it has launched the first
anti-aging skin care system designed and marketed exclusively for
men onto the US market. The range includes a number of innovative
ingredients aimed at tapping into...
Herbalife has launched NouriFusion MultiVitamin Skin Care - a
vitamin-enriched skin care range fortified with vitamins A, C and
E. Simultaneously unveiled on the European, North American and
Asian markets, the product is characteristic...
In the battle to prevent the signs of skin aging a digital
high-resolution imaging technology is becoming the preferred choice
for many beauty salons. Visia Complexion Analysis can be used to
predict how the skin will age in the future,...
UK retailer Tesco has relaunched its leading skin care range, Skin
Wisdom, with updated packaging design to clearly define the
different categories in the range, as well as a number of new
product launches, reports Simon Pitman.
Mibelle AG Biochemistry is launching Happybelle-PE, a formulation
that includes Monk's Pepper and Beta-Endorphin extract - said to
have proven efficacy as an anti-wrinkle treatment, reports Simon
Pitman.
Microdermabrasion, the process of removing dead skin by abrasion
has become the latest rage, looks set to become the next big
cosmetics procedures as more and more people plumb for ways of
reducing ageing without going under the knife,...
Researchers say that may have found a way to rejuvenate wrinkled
skin and slow the ageing process - findings that could turn the
skin care industry on its head, writes Simon Pitman.
With the value of cosmetics sales booming, Russia it the next
market for interntational cosmetics and toiletries manufacturers to
try and muscle in on. Rising consumer spending power combined with
an increasing preoccupation with...
In answer to the growing demand for anti-wrinkle ingredients,
Laboratoires Sérobiologiques is to launch ProDEJine LS 9784 - a
yeast derived ingredient that is said to strengthen the structure
of the skin.