25-Jun-2008 - The European trade body for silicones has hit back against claims that the chemical family is threatened in personal care by alternatives and alleged environmental risks.
24-Jun-2008 - Dragon fruit is the latest addition to the growing collection of anti-ageing solutions based on exotic fruit extracts, according to an Israeli ingredients supplier.
23-Jun-2008 - Enzymes that repair DNA damage may be the key to protecting the skin from the aging effects of UV radiation, according to a recent study.
18-Jun-2008 - The Natural Products Association says it is now receiving online applications from industry players for its certification program aimed at helping confused consumers to identify natural cosmetics.
18-Jun-2008 - Dow Corning has published a technical guide on microencapsulation to help personal care formulators navigate through the possibilities.
17-Jun-2008 - Danish biotechnology firm Fluxome Sciences will join forces with CP Kelco to produce resveratrol for the food supplements and cosmetics markets.
17-Jun-2008 - Amorepacific Corporation, one of South Korea's leading cosmetics players says expanding in China will help raise its global footprint significantly.
12-Jun-2008 - Quick-Med Technologies has signed a new worldwide manufacturing and distribution agreement with global chemicals player BASF for its anti-ageing technology.
11-Jun-2008 - The cosmeceuticals market is fixed on a high growth path and is broadening its reach, even as far as baby care, according to Packaged Facts.
10-Jun-2008 - BASF Corporation is the latest leading specialty chemicals manufacturer to announce major price hikes among its offerings to the personal care industry.
09-Jun-2008 - Scientists in South Korea claim to have uncovered a fat molecule with strong anti-aging potential from tests on the ability of lipids to fight skin aging.
09-Jun-2008 - In response to increasing pressures over the regulation of cosmetics ingredients in the US, the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) has expanded the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Panel (CIR).
05-Jun-2008 - The current economic downturn in the US may be increasing the market share of cheaper priced private label products, according to a Citigroup analyst.
04-Jun-2008 - Lavender oil is a frequently used fragrance for personal care products but as it has been linked to contact dermatitis formulators have been known to steer clear of the ingredient.
03-Jun-2008 - Germany-based ingredients player Evonik Goldschmidt has added a soybean extract to its naturals range with moisturising and sensory properties.
02-Jun-2008 - An Indian gooseberry extract made from fresh organic fruit is being launched globally to capitalize on the growing popularity of Ayurvedic medicine.
30-May-2008 - Mintel has uncovered an array of ingredients that are more commonly associated with the contents of a witch's cauldron than skin care products.
29-May-2008 - Researchers at the University of Michigan have undertaken a comprehensive study that shows positive results for anti-ageing treatments that focus on rebuilding and replenishing collagen.
28-May-2008 - Sabinsa is looking to bringing innovation to its resveratrol manufacturing capabilities after receiving a grant from the Indian government to move ahead with two new pilot trails for both nutrition and cosmetic products.
28-May-2008 - Texas-based chemicals consultancy Chemrisk has formed a partnership with Finland-based REACHLaw that aims to help North American businesses meet new European laws for chemical registration.
28-May-2008 - Escalating raw material prices have prevented Cognis from translating its strong first quarter sales increases into profit growth.
27-May-2008 - Atrium Innovations has spun off its Active Ingredients & Specialty Chemicals Division to form the Unipex Group, based in Quebec, Canada.
27-May-2008 - International test solutions provider Intertek Ageus Solutions says it has launched a comprehensive testing service that will help cosmetics players test for Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC).
20-May-2008 - The FDA has agreed to evaluate an anti-wrinkle injection treatment from France-based pharmaceutical company Ipsen which if approved would provide a rival for Allergan's Botox.
15-May-2008 - Nu Skin claims to have identified a previously unknown cause of skin aging that could help the company create products that fight wrinkles before they appear.