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BASF launches controlled release macromolecular moisturiser

14-Jun-2013 - Chemicals giant BASF has launched a new active ingredient that is claimed to provide instant moisturisation properties thanks to controlled release technology.

Dermatologist stresses importance of sun protection to reduce cancer risk

13-Jun-2013 - A leading dermatologist in the US has outlined the importance of wearing sunscreen and taking vitamin supplements to avoid over exposure to the sun and reduce the risk of skin...

Oro goes for gold with its latest product launch

13-Jun-2013 - Oro Gold Cosmetics has combined its '24K nano gold' technology with titanium dioxide to create a new foundation that it says helps reduce and repair the signs of aging, especially...

Nanoneedle technique shines light on ageing process and skin barrier function

13-Jun-2013 - Researchers at the University of Bath have developed a new technique to study the properties of skin which could help the development of topical skin creams and treatments and improve...

Ashland rheology modifier gets natural certification

11-Jun-2013 - Ashland Specialty Care has announced that its rheology modifiers Supercol GF Guar and Supercol U Guar have been awarded certified natural standards, making them compatible with a long list of...

Pressure grows to outlaw cosmetics micro-beads

10-Jun-2013 - Environmental groups are applying increasing pressure to outlaw micro-beads because of their purported environmental impact, with California-based environmental group 5 Gyre mounting a particularly sophisticated campaign.

Research key to proving hair damage claims

10-Jun-2013 - The US arm of ingredient supplier Croda explains that extensive research and analysis into hair damage is key to identify the causes, and develop effective solutions; supporting claims made about...

Researchers receive grant to develop biodegradable microbeads

07-Jun-2013 - Researchers at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science have received a grant to develop biodegradable PHA-based microbeads for cosmetics following concerns over environmental impact.

Research suggests daily sunscreen use can reduce signs of aging by 24 percent

05-Jun-2013 - A team of international scientists have released research results that is said to prove that using sunscreen regularly can reduce the signs of skin aging significantly.

Beiersdorf studies gene expression effect on ageing as skin care research continues

04-Jun-2013 - Continuing its on-going research into skin care science and anti-ageing, Nivea product maker Beiersdorf has teamed up with the scientific network project AgeNet to study the effects of environmental factors...

Cosmetics industry use of jellyfish can help falling fish stocks to recover

03-Jun-2013 - The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization is calling for the cosmetics industry to use more jellyfish in formulations as over-fishing in the Mediterranean is boosting their numbers, thereby reducing fish stocks further....

Wanna beat the bald? Shiseido starts research on hair regenerative medicine

03-Jun-2013 - Thinning hair and pattern baldness are a big concern to many people, so it may come as good news that Japanese cosmetics maker Shiseido has teamed up with a Canadian...

Lubrizol launches globally compliant rheology modifier

30-May-2013 - Lubrizol has unveiled a new rheology modifier to add to the Carbopol portfolio. Ultrez 30 Polymer features a broad pH range that is being targeted at the anti-aging segment.

L’Oréal creates scientific advisory research & innovation board

29-May-2013 - The french firm has put together a Scientific Advisory Board composed of nine distinguished scientists from diverse disciplines and of varied nationalities, whose mission it will be to bring ideas...

Newcastle University develops one of a kind test that predicts reaction to cosmetics

28-May-2013 - Scientists at the UK University have developed what they refer to as 'a simple lab-based skin test' which eliminates the risk of adverse reactions to cosmetics, new drugs, and household chemicals....

Market saturation and environmental concerns compromise silicones demand

22-May-2013 - Although the market for silicones in the personal and health care market continues to grow, the potential for further expansion is being held back on account of market maturity and...

Suppliers Day 2013 in pictures

21-May-2013 - Ah, the glamor of the cosmetics industry! The NYSCC Suppliers Day 2013 opened its doors for two days last week in Edison, New Jersey, with the event billed as the...

Bluestar Silicones adds two new hair care ingredients to Mirasil range

16-May-2013 - Bluestar Silicones has completed its Mirasil range for cosmetics applications with two new hair care ingredients: Mirasil ADME 235C and Mirasil ADMH-E125, which was showcased at the most recent in-cosmetics...

Hair dye manufacturers on red alert over research pointing to cure for gray hair

16-May-2013 - A group of researchers in Europe say they have made a breakthrough that could lead to a topical remedy for the reversal of graying hair.

Global personal care polymers market predicted to reach $3.49bn by 2017

16-May-2013 - The market for polymer ingredients used in personal care products is tipped to grow steadily over the coming years to reach $3.49bn by 2017 according to the latest findings from...

Sabinsa natural preservative granted US patent

14-May-2013 - Sabinsa has further extended its patent portfolio after its natural preservative SabiLize was granted  a US patent for its application as an anti-oxidant and anti-microbial ingredient.

Ashland Care Specialties launches new conditioning polymers for hair care

14-May-2013 - Ashland Care Specialties has expanded its portfolio of conditioning and deposition polymers with the launch of two new cationic solutions: Conditioneze 22 and Conditioneze 37.

AAK Personal Care to launch Lipex SheaLight at Suppliers’ Day

14-May-2013 - Ingredients supplier AAK Personal Care is to launch its eco-designed ester, Lipex SheaLight, at the 2013 edition of NYSCC Suppliers’ Day that is taking place in New Jersey over the...

Dow Chemical reveals the story behind the development of its latest ingredients

14-May-2013 - In this video interview Stéphanie Sandrock-Beunat, global beauty care strategic marketing manager at Dow Chemical, spoke about the continued evolution of the EcoSense portfolio and the reasons behind the development...

Studies suggest sunscreens provide only partial UV protection against moles

09-May-2013 - Two separate studies carried out by scientists in Europe suggest that chemical sunscreens only provide partial UV protection against moles.