According to Frutarom, vitamin K2 K-7, a supplement renowned for targeting bone health, has the potential to be adapted to beauty from within products to benefit the skin, resulting in a more healthier, more radiant complexion.
With the anti-aging sector poised for rapid growth amongst an industry forecasted to rise to $9.9 billion in the US in 2016, Cosmetics Design takes a look at advances within the sector so far in 2012.
SEURAT-1, a major European private-public research consortium working towards alternatives for animal testing, has presented some of its recent achievements at the Euroscience Open Forum (ESOF) last week.
As sales demand for cosmetic and toiletries are forecasted to rise by 5.0 percent per year to $9.9 billion in the US in 2016, Cosmetics Design takes a look at developments in the natural and organic area that are helping to shape the category.
According to Euromonitor expert Irina Barbalova, the industry has seen a definitive shift in skin care product positioning which can be seen through "category cross overs, multitasking, multi-functionality and generally a more holistic approach to...
As SkinCare ingredients plans to open the doors on its 2012 edition on June 13, anti-ageing and sun care developments are high on the agenda for the educational programme.
The UK's Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) has developed a peptide formulation with potential skin care product application, based on the body’s natural defence system.
If you haven’t registered already now is the time to do so for the SkinCare Ingredients Virtual Trade Show, which is open for business at 2pm Central European Time, on June 13th.
Snail extract has been discovered to be increasingly good for skin after a group of snail farmers reported that they had smoother skin after handling snails with their hands.
Polynektars is a new range of plant-based active ingredients rich in polyphenols from French company Berkem, and consists of two ingredients designed for skin care products: Fresh’ka and Origa’light.
France-based ingredients supplier ID Bio has added three new ingredients to its TitrExtract range of Ecocert-certified titrated extracts and unveiled new scientific data on the ability of its Melan’oWhite ingredient to reduce pigmented spots.
Ahead of the New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists (NYSCC) Suppliers' Day 2012 event, CosmeticsDesign.com USA takes a look, in a two-part series, at some of the newest ingredient launches that are being showcased.
Botanical extract ingredients players Alban Muller has launched two new skin care ingredients obtained from the development of a salicylic acid extracted from wintergreen.
The Germany-headquarted company has launched a new active ingredient said to be specifically developed to restore the natural sebum levels of mature and postmenopausal skin at this year’s in-cosmetics event in Barcelona.
Soliance to launch two new skin care ingredients at in-cosmetics France-based cosmetics ingredients supplier Soliance is showcasing two new skin care ingredients, Syner-GX and Hydreïs, at in-cosmetics in Barcelona, this week.
In the second of a two-part series, CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com continues its look at some of the new ingredients being presented by exhibitors at this years in-cosmetics in Barcelona from 17-19th April 2012.
At this year’s in-cosmetics taking place in Barcelona, which opens its doors today, CosmesticsDesign-Europe.com takes a two-part look at some of the ingredients being showcased by various exhibitors at the event.
US-based nutraceutical ingredients player Bergstrom Nutrition has published the results of a study which indicates its ingredient OptiMSM has self-preservative properties for personal care.
UK-based Evocutis has been accepted as a member of the In Vitro Testing Industrial Platform (IVTIP) which will allow it to further its work: laboratory and clinical evaluations of skin care products.
The variety of claims in skin care product advertisements continues to rise. Substantiation of these claims ensures that the product complies with regulations but the positive clinical results gain consumer acceptance and loyalty.
Nanoparticles containing chitosan could be used as an effective ingredient in anti-aging skin care products, after research showed its antimicrobial and skin regeneration properties.
Research carried out by Procter & Gamble Beauty & Grooming has found that moisturizing formulas containing niacinamide and glycerin provide significantly less skin dryness and more skin hydration, and could be of benefit to many skin care products.
Planet Skincare has developed an anti-ageing platinum-peptide based cream that it says is the only product on the market to contain two actives which effectively prevent and combat fine lines and wrinkles; Syn-ake and platinum colloid active ingredients.
Sweden-based lipids specialist AAK is readying the launch of its latest skin care ingredient, which is derived from nutrient-rich avocado oil and shea butter.
Clariant is one of the major international specialty chemical players on the China market and is currently finding itself embracing the challenge of increased regulation in the market.
Murad has developed a cream featuring encapsulated retinol that releases slowly over time, protecting the retinol from oxidation or spoilage thus reducing the appearance of deep wrinkles by increasing cell turnover, according to the international skincare...
Silab has launched Vitagenyl, an active ingredient rich in purified α-glucans (Prunus persica) derived from peach tree leaves with properties said to improve vitality and regeneration potential in ageing skin.
Cosmetic company, Beiersdorf has opened up the world’s first Eucerin skin institute in Hamburg. According to the company, the concept will help the Eucerin brand move closer to consumers and strengthen its position as the leading medical skin care brand...
Unilever fourth quarter results show that sales continue to power ahead on a healthy performance in personal care and emerging markets, but profits are hit hard by rising costs.
According to cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Oscar Hevia, DPPH (1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl) tests have revealed the antioxidant strength from the red mangrove plant to be more potent than vitamin C.
Reed Exhibitions, organizers of the in-cosmetics Asia event claim that nearly 4,000 attendees made the event a success, in spite of the fact that it had to be re-scheduled due to the threat of floods.
Researchers at cosmetics company Kao have demonstrated that a eucalyptus extract has the ability to improve the skin function on the outer layer in dry skin by increasing ceramide levels in the stratum corneum, in the epidermis and in keratinocytes.
Scientists in Spain have shed light on the molecular mechanisms underlying the regenerative properties of mollusk Cryptomphalus Aspersa (SCA), more popularly known as escargot, and noted it could be used for skin regeneration in the future.
Scientists in Korea have found that the application of topical cholesterol in moisturizers could protect the skin against UV damage; however certain lipid ingredients hold the potential to aggravate damage.
A group of scientists from Beiersdorf Research and Development have completed research that states that the nitrogenous organic acid creatine could represent a beneficial active ingredient for topical use in the prevention and treatment of human skin...
In development over the last 12 months, UK-based company Evocutis has developed its LabSkin in vitro skin models, to support antimicrobial and skin microbe balancing product claims, which could, in time, replace clinical trials.
Scientists have discovered that samphire cell biomass extracted from the Crithmum maritimum wild plant found throughout Europe and North Africa may be helpful in skin repair and anti-aging products.
Clinique have launched a Repairwear Uplifting Firming Cream that contains a new multi-tasking ingredient with properties that assist the skin in slowing down the ageing process.
Dermatology firm Evocutis has launched its first in-vitro skin model for the testing of anti-microbial and pre-biotic product claims that could replace the need to use animals to test cosmetics.
AkzoNobel has strengthened its technical and marketing teams with a total of four key executives appointments at its Bridgewater, New Jersey headquarters.
Airless packaging has been used in the cosmetics industry for some time due to its product protection and restitution capabilities. Here CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com takes a look at the latest launches as the skin care market ramps up its use of airless...
Rexam chose last week’s busy Luxe Pack Monaco event to platform its latest airless tube packaging, which is aimed at the sun care and body care segments.
Already a world leader in the market for glass nail varnish and fragrance parckaging, Baralan is eyeing the expanding market for skin care packaging as a means of expanding its footprint in the category.
