Laboratoire Cosmétique CL Tech is looking for international
partners to take its UHT sterilization process for
the preservation of personal care products to the
next stage.
A contaminated body milk infected critically ill patients in a
Spanish hospital - leading scientists to oppose the use of non
sterilised cosmetics in hospital environments.
California-based Woodbridge Labs has announced that it is recalling
certain DermaFreeze 365 anti-aging products in Canada and the
United states after samples tested positive for potentially
dangerous bacteria.
Global chemcials giant BASF has announced a co-operation agreement
with the University of Manchester in the UK to increase research in
the area of enzymes, an initiative that could lead to progress in
the field of polymers for cosmetics.
German chemicals group BASF is set to break new ground with the
introduction of ingredient technology developed using Lactobacillus
healthy bacteria derived from yoghurt for a range of personal care
products.
The Cosmetics Toiletry and Fragrance Association and the Soap and
Detergent Association have defended anti-bacterial soaps after US
health experts claimed that such products were no more effective
than regular soap and water.
Researchers in the UK say they have found a way of isolating
bacteria that can prevent breath and feet odour - a discovery that
could eventually help in the formulation of more effective
treatments, reports Simon Pitman.
A UK company has launched a new skin care treatment specially
developed for research and developments teams handling chemicals
and materials that can cause a range of undesirable reactions,
reports Simon Pitman.
Biotechnology specialist Proteus has collaborated with Degussa to
develop a thermostable esterase biocatalyst that is said to provide
new applications for poorly soluble ingredients used in cosmetic
applications.