Breaking News on Cosmetics Formulation & Packaging - North America EU edition

EPA outlines new strategy to study nanomaterials

06-Oct-2009 - The US Environmental Protection Agency has outlined a new research strategy aimed at understanding the impact of nanomaterials on human health and the environment.

SPF and UVA testing methods clarified in ISO report

06-Oct-2009 - A technical report from the International Standards Organisation (ISO) claims to help technicians navigate the complex world of sun protection test methods.

Unilever strengthens work on topical delivery systems

06-Oct-2009 - Unilever has signed a research agreement with a US company in order to explore transdermal delivery technologies.

Cosmetic products with SPFs may not provide adequate protection

01-Oct-2009 - Formulating daily cosmetic products with UV filters may be ‘inappropriate’ as they do not provide the protection required, according to a recent report.

US authorities target phthalates as part of chemical scrutiny overhaul

30-Sep-2009 - Phthalates will be one of six controversial chemicals to be reviewed as part of a move to overhaul the way potentially dangerous substances are scrutinized in the United States.

Policy and governance of nanotech must be rethought, report

30-Sep-2009 - There are ‘entrenched failings’ in the current policy and governance of nanotechnology, according to a report from EU-funded project Deepen.

Chromadex plans to scale up anthocyanin manufacturing process

24-Sep-2009 - Botanical standards supplier Chromadex has received funding to commercialize a manufacturing process for anthocyanins, the new ‘super class’ of phytochemical compounds.

Research aims to unravel the secret to happy skin

24-Sep-2009 - UK scientists have begun a study to tackle the question of what personal care formulations can make skin feel good.

Sunscreens should be recommended despite lack of clinical evidence

23-Sep-2009 - Sunscreen use should be encouraged despite the lack of evidence demonstrating the ability of modern sun protection products to prevent melanoma, says scientist.

Clariant unveils green labeling for the cosmetics industry

22-Sep-2009 - Specialty chemicals player Clariant has announced EcoTain labeling, which it claims will help the industry create greener formulations.

Project combines wine by-products with cosmetics

22-Sep-2009 - Spanish natural cosmetics provider Alfaverde Productos Naturales has teamed with German researchers on a project to combine make-up with a red wine by-product.

Zinc denture cream sparks lawsuits

21-Sep-2009 - A handful of leading US denture creams are being slapped with lawsuits because of a number of cases of sickness related to zinc in the formulations.

Symrise launches deodorant gentle on skin and environment

18-Sep-2009 - Germany-based ingredients supplier Symrise has launched a deodorant which claims to be gentle on the skin and remain environmentally friendly.

ISP reacts to consumer demand for broad spectrum sun care

18-Sep-2009 - US-based global supplier of speciality chemicals, International Specialty Products, ( ISP), has launched Escalol S, a UV absorber with broad spectrum protection, in reaction to a ‘major trend’ in sun care.

Formulation software gets to the bottom of costing

17-Sep-2009 - Formulator Software has added new functionality to its software technology that allows users to incorporate multi-vending costing functionality.

Green tea’s cosmetic potential due to moisturising and antioxidant qualities

16-Sep-2009 - Green tea is a good candidate for skincare products for its moisture absorption and retention properties as well as its antioxidant quality, according to Chinese scientists.

Anti-cellulite ingredient added to Rovi’s active ingredients line

15-Sep-2009 - An anti-cellulite active that promises to reduce the fat stored in the skin is the latest addition to Rovi’s new actives portfolio.

Silab pushes natural ingredients with multi-functional purpose

15-Sep-2009 - French cosmetics ingredients company Silab has launched a new range of organic actives made from natural raw materials as part of a company focus on this booming market area.

Big demand for effective skin lightening ingredients

14-Sep-2009 - Demand for effective skin lightening ingredients that could replace hydroquinone in pigment control products is significant, according to market researchers.

Vitamin C can help skin heal, say scientists

11-Sep-2009 - Vitamin C can help promote wound healing and DNA repair in the skin, according to scientists who investigated the substance’s effect in human fibroblasts.

News in brief

IFF prepares to close European plants

09-Sep-2009 - International Flavors and Fragrances says it has gone into discussions that may end with the closure of two manufacturing facilities in the UK.

Merck acquires effects pigments manufacturer in China

09-Sep-2009 - Leading pigments supplier Merck has acquired Suzhou Taizhu Technology Development, a supplier of pigments based in the Shanghai area of China.

Impurity found in baby shampoo not an environmental toxin, Health Canada

07-Sep-2009 - An impurity found in baby shampoo and other personal care products should not be included in the list of toxic ingredients under the Environmental Protection Act, according to Health Canada.

Trace amounts of lead in lipsticks is not a cause for concern, says trade body

03-Sep-2009 - Lead can be found in small quantities in lipsticks but the levels are well below those recommended by international regulatory authorities, according to the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC).