New training centre opened by Croda

New training centre opened by Croda

Croda International Plc has celebrated the grand opening of its Collaboration & Training Centre (CTC) and the expansion of its alkoxylation facilities in Singapore. The inauguration ceremony was officiated by the guest-of-honour, Mr Lim Kok Kiang, assistant managing director from the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), and Mr David Barraclough, president of Croda Asia Pacific.

Other News

Sederma receives Frost & Sullican award

Sederma receives Frost & Sullican award

Sederma’s has been awarded European Personal Care Active Ingredient Company of the Year by Frost & Sullivan. “Regulatory compatibility and targeted activity of Sederma’s products categorises them as the primary ingredient manufacturer for personal care active ingredients.
Greentech expansion continues

Greentech expansion continues

Continuing its quest to develop innovative active ingredients, Greentech is now working even more closely with its sister companies Greensea (marine actives) and Biovitis (microorganisms).
Clariant enhances Asian production capabilities

Clariant enhances Asian production capabilities

Clariant has launched enhancements to its production capabilities and service support for its customers in Indonesia and South East Asia and Pacific at an official ceremony at its Tangerang site.
• A new alternative for natural oil thickening
• Asia conference to be in Cairns
• Virtual cosmetic science training centre opened
• Fighting against ageing resulting from glycation
• Indena opens São Paulo office
• Natural exfoliants range expanded

Features

Too good to be true? A drinkable ‘sun cream’

Too good to be true? A drinkable ‘sun cream’

In May 2014 the Daily Mail1 and The Telegraph2 newspapers both reported on a product launched by Osmosis Skincare3 called Harmonized H20 UV Neutralizer.4 The product, a drink, is claimed by the company to provide skin protection against UVA and UVB rays and be an oral dose alternative to topical sun protection products.
What makes a personal care company successful?

What makes a personal care company successful?

Personal care with its artisan beginnings is one of the oldest FMCG industries in existence. The craft began more than 2,000 years ago with skilled artisans producing candles, soaps, and fragrances, very highly valued products by those who could afford them at the time.
Benefits of hydrolysed jojoba esters in face masks

Benefits of hydrolysed jojoba esters in face masks

In a series of double-blind, vehiclecontrolled, randomised clinical studies, Floraesters K-20W Jojoba [INCI: Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters (and) Water (aqua)] was shown to increase skin elasticity, firmness, and hydration; decrease the number of enlarged pores and fine lines; and increase consumer preference when incorporated into a nonwoven facemask solution.
Shining a new light on old favourites

Shining a new light on old favourites

Green care is a big trend in cosmetics. Wild rose cream, mint and verbena shower gel or lavender bath soak have established themselves as firm fixtures in many bathrooms.
• Ingredients focus: sun care
• Overview of sun protection factor assessment methods
• MQ resins in personal care applications
• Bangkok show provides more insight and innovation
• Novel multifunctional film-forming system
• Colour cosmetics trends assessed

Latest Issues

ASIA PACIFIC

Sustainability matters
Sustainability matters
Natural Plant Products (NPP) is the manufacturing and marketing subsidiary of OMG, a farming cooperative comprised of over 50 farms in the Willamette Valley of Oregon, US.

EUROPE

A secret personal trainer: ActigymTM marine ingredient
A secret personal trainer: ActigymTM marine ingredient
Ageing or insufficient physical activity are associated with a reduced muscle tone and resistance leading to sagginess and worsening of body figure. Inspired by physical training and directed to improve body toning and silhouette definition, novel ActigymTM marine ingredient mimics the effects of endurance exercise.

LANGUAGE EDITION

肌の若返りのためのLIPOTECの非侵襲的なソリューション
肌の若返りのためのLIPOTECの非侵襲的なソリューション
化粧の外科的処置だけでなく、このようなボツリヌス毒素A型又はヒアルロン酸（HA ）の注射など、他の低侵襲性処置の需要が未だに増えている。今日では、科学的に立証された有効成分と臨床的に証明された効果を持つ進歩した塗布処置は、侵襲的な方法の補足処置、またそれに代わるものとして多くの消費者のために出てきております。

DIARY EVENTS

in-cosmetics Brasil 2014 - 9/10 Sept 14
World Trade Center, Sao Paulo, Brazil
9 - 10 September 2014
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'Skincare In 5 Dimensions' - 25 Sept 14
InterContinental Seoul Coex Hotel
Thursday 25 September 2014.
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Sun Protection & Anti-Ageing Skin Care Conference Asia - 9/10 July 14
Hilton Hotel, 581 Orchard Rd. Singapore
9-10 July 2014
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FORMULATIONS

Men's After Shave Balm J7-1A
Jeen International Corporation
Category: Shaving and Mens Products
This smooth shave balm for men is designed to leave a fresh and smooth sensation after shave.

Hydrating Shampoo Nad050-10-01B
Hallstar Italia Srl
Category: Shampoo
Conditioning shampoo moisturizes your hair as it cleans. Hydrating Shampoo nourishes hair and adds shine with a unique blend of olive-oil-derived Olivem® 400 and Olivem® 300. Gently cleanse and smooth hair without stripping away moisture. This shampoo’s extra soft and smooth formula moisturises and enhances healthy hair conditions.

Cooling Exfoliating Cleanser
Alfa Chemicals Ltd
Category: Exfoliating

PRODUCT PROFILE

Selecting the perfect silicone for your formulation
Silicone chemistry is playing an increasingly important role in modern personal care and cosmetic formulations. A unique and multifunctional set of properties combine to ensure silicones stay at the top of the formulator’s toolkit, delivering superior aesthetics and unmatched, cost-effective, sensory benefits.
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