Natural preservatives are the dream of many formulators of natural and organic products. CosmeticsDesign spoke to Germany-based Dr Straetmans about the challenges faced by formulators of natural preservation systems.
Market research firm Mintel has identified Faux Genomics as one of the four key trends set to make it big in 2008. Head consultant for cosmetic research Nica Lewis explains the concept and explores the latest and most exciting developments.
Sabinsa has had a busy year launching a raft of new active ingredients aimed at the fast-growing cosmeceutical markets. Simon Pitman spoke to the company's marketing director, Shaheen Majeed, to find out about the importance of having these ingredients...
Cognis is targeting the booming market for cosmetics that are both natural and environmentally friendly with a range of "green" launches including a pearlizing agent, and an oral care surfactant.
