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

Antioxidant sun care range increases global presence for Algatechnologies

02-Sep-2009 - Israeli antioxidant supplier Algatechnologies has increased its market presence in the US with the launch of a sunscreen and skincare range from the Perrigo Group.

Safic-Alcan strengthens personal care position with new ingredients

02-Sep-2009 - Chemical supplier Safic-Alcan will be offering new waxes and an avocado powder in the hope of strengthening its position in the personal care sector.

Clariant sells US specialty silicones business

01-Sep-2009 - Swiss chemicals player Clariant has sold its specialty silicones business to SiVancce, part of GenNx360 capitol partners.

EU and cosmetics industry to co-fund animal testing alternatives

01-Sep-2009 - The European Union has agreed to match funds in the research and development of alternatives to conventional animal testing methods.

Study to see if brain disease is linked to nano sunscreens

31-Aug-2009 - British Scientists are beginning a scientific study to determine whether or not there is a link between brain diseases and nano particles from sunscreen.

Industry Tomography Systems launches solution for rheological properties

28-Aug-2009 - Tapping into the increasing importance to get formulation feel and consistency right, UK-based Industry Tomography Systems launches new rheology technology.

Topical fern extract could have potential as anti-aging extract

27-Aug-2009 - A tropical fern extract could help fight against both intrinsic- and photo-aging in the skin, according to researchers in the US.

Preservative combines ease of use with consumer friendly profile, says ISP

27-Aug-2009 - A new globally approved preservative has broad temperature and pH ranges helping to solve many formulation challenges, according to manufacturer ISP.

Organic soap should be allowed but its labeling needs to be cleaned up, says AHPA

26-Aug-2009 - Clarification is needed on the labeling of organic soap and its ingredients, according to the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA).

Beiersdorf partners with start-up to look into new emulsions and foams

26-Aug-2009 - Beiersdorf will be working with emulsion and foam specialist bubbles and beyond to develop a range of gentle cleansing products for skin and hair.

‘Quat’ preservatives in cosmetics could play a role in antibiotic resistance

26-Aug-2009 - Widespread use of the anti-microbial agents QACs in cosmetics products may be adding to the problem of anti-biotic resistant micro-organisms.

SCC readies for 12th biennial Sunscreen Symposium

25-Aug-2009 - Lifting the lid on the latest issues and trends to hit this category, the Florida Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists will be opening its doors to the three day event on September 10.

Scottish company ramps up production of anti-ageing plant extract

25-Aug-2009 - Essentially Scottish Botanicals (ESB) has opened a ground-breaking extraction facility to process oil from Myrica gale, known for its anti-ageing properties.

Stress relieving scent has ‘enormous’ potential for fragrances and cosmetics

24-Aug-2009 - A stress busting spray based on the smell of cut grass will soon hit the market and researchers claim the potential for cosmetics and fragrances is significant.

Consumers should be cautious of nano-containing sunscreens, says Friends of the Earth

20-Aug-2009 - Nanoparticles of zinc or titanium do not increase the protective power of a sunscreen and they pose health risks, according to a recent Friends of the Earth report.

Sustainable Youth Technologies launches nutricosmetics ingredient

20-Aug-2009 - A raw ingredient called Alasta developed specially for the nutricosmetics and cosmeceutical categories has been launched by Sustainable Youth Technologies.

Study shows collagen formulation to have good hair conditioning properties

19-Aug-2009 - Waitaki Biosciences says that new trials on its collagen-based hair formulation Collamex suggest it has strong hair conditioning properties.

Antioxidants pose no cancer danger for skin

18-Aug-2009 - Supplements of antioxidant vitamins and minerals are not associated with an increased risk of skin cancer, despite reports to the contrary, says a new study.

Short amino acid sequences could act as non-toxic skin lightening ingredients

17-Aug-2009 - Short-sequence peptides hold significant potential as skin lightening ingredients and treatments for pigmentation disorders, according to scientists in California.

Industry advised to speed up its REACH preparations

14-Aug-2009 - Companies should be actively preparing for REACH registration by forming Substance Information Exchange Forums (SIEFs) as soon as possible, according to the ECHA.

COSMETICS COMPACT

Cosmetics Compact: Leafing through the benefits of green tea

13-Aug-2009 - The antioxidant properties of green tea have lead many researchers to investigate its potential as an anti-aging ingredient, both for topical application and as a supplement. However, a new study suggests this might not be the miracle extract the world has been waiting for.

PCPC Science Symposium targets US research and development teams

13-Aug-2009 - The 2009 Science Symposium, organized by the Personal Care Products Council, will open its doors on October 27 targeting key areas of formulation development.

ISP uses predictive computer models to investigate new ingredients

12-Aug-2009 - Computer models that predict how an ingredient will interact with a cell and its proteins are being used by ISP to investigate new ingredients and their effects.

White tea streaks ahead of green and black in anti-ageing stakes

12-Aug-2009 - White tea has significant potential to fight against skin ageing, as well as cancer and inflammation, according to recent research.