The scientific theory of creative design, known as Concept-Knowledge theory (C-K theory), could provide the cosmetics industry with opportunities, possibilities, and new players that could disrupt the standard ecosystem, according to a French university...
A group of researchers say that a new method of morphogenesis could take the development of many oil-in-water cosmetic and personal care formulations to the next level.
The CTPA has claimed that a paper by researchers from the South Carolina Center for Biotechnology does not support its authors' hypothesis that perfume exposure can be linked to autism.
Following a string of facilities opening around the world, French firm L’Oréal has opened an Advanced Research Centre in A*STAR's Institute of Medical Biology (IMB) to plug into the research environment in Biopolis and Singapore.
Researchers from Harvard University have discovered that stabilized emulsions which were assumed to reach equilibrium almost instantly may actually take months or even years for particles in oil-water mixture.
With the forthcoming Beauty From Within conference just two weeks away, CosmeticsDesign-Europe spoke to one of the event’s key speakers, Dr. Marie Bejot, founder of Oenobiol Sanofi opens up on the best starting point for new entrants.
A new method of questioning consumers with regards their purchasing habits will help give industry professionals a clearer view of what they really want from their products, Kline Group claims.
A recent spate of disputed consumer watchdog studies on personal care products has raised the question of whether such testing is always thorough enough.
Colipa has revised its guidelines relating to product efficacy and
claims, highlighting the difference between the collection of
scientific data and the communication of product claims.
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.
An in-vitro method for testing the water resistance of
sunscreens has been developed that could provide a cost efficient
alternative to in-vivo tests whilst reducing the need for
human volunteers.
The launch of a paraben-free hair care range specifically designed
for use on synthetic wigs and hairpieces highlights new market
opportunities for the chemical-free trend.
