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

Starch-like nanoparticles help protect lipids from spoiling, study

10-Dec-2009 - A starch-like nanoparticle can help stop lipids from oxidising and therefore improve the stability of oil-in-water emulsions, according to a recent study.

Symrise launches antioxidant rich superfruit extracts for cosmetics

08-Dec-2009 - Symrise has added a range of superfruit extracts to its active ingredients portfolio in the hope of benefiting from the advanced consumer awareness of the fruits.

Encapsulating aloe vera improves bioavailability, study

07-Dec-2009 - Encapsulating aloe vera extract in liposomes could help it penetrate the skin and enhance its potential as a skin care active, according to a recent study.

International regulation bodies move towards global nano regulation

03-Dec-2009 - Following on from a series of workshop between global regulatory bodies held in Italy this summer, further steps have been taken towards the global regulation of nanomaterials in cosmetics.

No restrictions on phthalates probe vows budget body

03-Dec-2009 - Moves that would have hampered the scope of a US review of six controversial chemicals, including phthalates, appear to have been defeated.

Ingredients round-up - some of the more unusual launches in 2009

03-Dec-2009 - Prickly pear seeds, milk extracts, snail serum, bog myrtle and grape stem cells are just a few of the more unusual ingredients that have cropped up this year.

IFF targets Russian tastes with new Moscow facility

03-Dec-2009 - International Flavors and Fragrances cut the ribbon on a new facility in Moscow, which will help it get closer to its customers and understand tastes in the high-potential Russian market.

Antiperspirant labels and claims change in Canada

02-Dec-2009 - Canadian manufacturers of antiperspirant products have until the end of 2011 to alter product claims and labeling under new regulation.

New cleanliness guidelines for herbal products

30-Nov-2009 - Promoting the responsible trade in herbal products and improving the service to consumers are the twin goals behind new guidance policies on microorganisms and mycotoxins and heavy metals from the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA).

Ingredient from milk proteins launched for post-treatment products

25-Nov-2009 - PL Thomas is targeting the growing number of women undergoing surgical and non-invasive cosmetics procedures with its new topical anti-aging cosmetic ingredient.

Nanoparticle toxicity centre opens in Scotland

25-Nov-2009 - A new centre to investigate the potential toxicity of nanoparticles has opened in Edinburgh, UK.

PL Thomas enters into joint venture with natural extracts company

24-Nov-2009 - A joint venture between PL Thomas and Polifenoles Natural aims to bring standardized and well researched cosmetics and nutraceutical ingredients to market.

Germany objects to obligatory labelling of nano in cosmetics

24-Nov-2009 - Germany has objected to the obligatory labelling of nano ingredients in cosmetics products, a practice required by the new Cosmetics Directive.

Exposure to nano titanium dioxide could up cancer risk, says study

18-Nov-2009 - There may be a potential risk of cancer and genetic disorders for individuals working with high concentrations of titanium dioxide nanoparticles, according to US scientists.

New data on parabens suggests no adverse hormonal effect on the body

18-Nov-2009 - The industry awaits the judgement on parabens following the release of further data on skin absorption and the distribution of the chemicals in the body.

Surfactant coatings alter nanoparticles’ behaviour in water treatment plants

17-Nov-2009 - Coating nanoparticles with a surfactant of the sort often found in personal care products may aid their removal from wastewater treatment systems, according to scientists in the UK.

Cognis modernizes surfactant production in Mexico

17-Nov-2009 - The new sulfation facility at Cognis’ Mexico plant will allow the specialty chemicals supplier to produce high quality surfactant ingredients for shampoos and shower gels.

BASF lycopene ingredient fits well with ‘beauty from within’ trend

12-Nov-2009 - BASF’s latest lycopene ingredient for beverages perfectly positions the company to take advantage of the growing beauty from within category.

Weekly comment

Public dialogue on nano should take a back seat until there is more data

10-Nov-2009 - Earlier this week the European Commission published a report detailing progress on its Action Plan on nanotechnology – the use of the tiny particles that are tipped to have huge effects on consumer products and society at large.

Massive growth in cosmeceuticals leads to ingredients shortage

09-Nov-2009 - Growth in the cosmeceuticals category is not being matched by the launch of new and innovative ingredients to meet manufacturers demands.

Consumers and regulation demand scientifically backed beauty foods

05-Nov-2009 - A combination of consumer pressure and a regulation overhaul is set to drive a more scientifically substantiated beauty foods, drinks and supplements sector.

Huge scope for anti-ageing ingredients, says new research

05-Nov-2009 - The global anti-ageing food market shows huge potential, with an increasing number, size and variety of companies registering an interest in moving into the sector, claims a new report.

NaturalNano readies to break into cosmetics market

04-Nov-2009 - New York-based NaturalNano, developer of Halloysite Natural Tubes (HNT), says a recent feasibility study confirms the company's aims to expand in the cosmetics market.

Nanoencapsulation: difference between ‘making money and breaking even’

03-Nov-2009 - Nanoencapsulation can make significant savings for formulators as it can reduce the amount of active ingredients needed, according to Ken Chomistek, a research engineer with Microfluidics.