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Natural and synthetic: bridging the gap

This article will outline the development process of new preservative solutions by Sharon Laboratories: Sharon™ Amplify, and SharoSense™ Plus.
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  • / May 21, 2019
‘Hippie Chic’ alternative to CBD oil from patchouli

‘Hippie Chic’ alternative to CBD oil from patchouli

Today’s fast-paced life is driving lifestyle changes, with consumers looking at new strategies to disconnect from daily life stresses: yoga, meditation, and mindfulness, among other things, have become very popular in recent years.
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  • / May 21, 2019

Benefits of jojoba-derived waxes and butters

Floraesters® 15, 20, 30, 60, and 70 [INCI: Jojoba Esters] are derived from jojoba oil (Simmondsia chinensis), and are widely used in a variety of finished product categories for skin care, hair care, and color cosmetic applications.
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  • / May 21, 2019
Cosmetic Ingredient Review and EU update

Cosmetic Ingredient Review and EU update

This article looks at the final safety assessments issued by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review expert panel during 2018.
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  • / May 21, 2019

Fullerene aids UV absorption and antioxidant protection

There are two types of skin aging: photoageing and natural aging. Natural ageing is ageing by endogenous reasons; therefore, this type of aging cannot be resisted or prevented.
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  • / May 17, 2019
Neo-universal: back to universal cosmetics

Neo-universal: back to universal cosmetics

Peclers Paris, a leading creative and innovation consultancy for beauty, fashion & lifestyle brands, shares a unique and forward looking perspective on the evolution of diversity in beauty.
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  • / May 17, 2019

Carrot extract for blue light protection and vivid skin

Blue light-induced skin damage originates from two sources: natural blue light, which is part of sunlight, and artificial blue light, which comes from electronic devices. Topical applications that protect from blue light have reached the cosmetic market. But efficient blue light absorbers are rare.
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  • / May 15, 2019

What is new in acne?

Acne vulgarisis a multifactorial skin disease, and its pathogenesis includes increased sebum production (hyperseborrhea), hyperkeratosis, proliferation of Cutibacterium acnes(C. acnes) and inflammation.
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  • / May 15, 2019

Periorbital wrinkles reduced by phytoglycogen

Phytoglycogen is a natural, plant-based form of glycogen, providing energy to cells that can be utilised to increase proliferation and production of important extracellular components.
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  • / May 15, 2019
Ingredients focus: eye area care

Ingredients focus: eye area care

We have seen in recent years some exciting new ingredients that aim to improve the appearance of the eye area. This delicate area of the body can transform a person’s look, as it is in such a prominent position.
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  • / May 15, 2019

L-Cystine+L-Glutathione: efficacy for a bright innovation

Having a white skin is an extremely important element of the women’s beauty in Asian culture.
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  • / May 15, 2019
New ‘K-Beauty Inspiration Zone’ launching at show

New ‘K-Beauty Inspiration Zone’ launching at show

With 2019 marking its 5th edition, incosmetics Korea returns from 26-28 June to celebrate the very best K-Beauty has to offer now and in the future.
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  • / May 15, 2019
Japan and Korea leading the way

Japan and Korea leading the way

With the world now focusing on the latest innovations from the ‘J-Beauty’ trend, it is fair to say the cosmetics industry in Asia has been stealing the limelight for many years now.
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  • / May 15, 2019
‘The Worldwide New Trend’ explored in Yokohama

‘The Worldwide New Trend’ explored in Yokohama

Organised by the Federation of Japanese Cosmetic Ingredients Associations and The Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Japan, the 9th CITE (Cosmetic Ingredients and Technology Exhibition) will take place from 15-17 May at the Pacifico Yokohama.
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  • / May 15, 2019
Formulations for superfoods and customisable beauty

Formulations for superfoods and customisable beauty

Superfoods and customisable beauty have been two of the key trends over the past year. The concept of superfoods has emerged from consumers’ growing interest in natural ingredients in all areas of the marketplace; food, clothing, as well as cosmetics.
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  • / Apr 29, 2019

Crocus sativusflower extract restores circadian rhythm

The Sun is known for its effects, often damaging, on the body but also on the cutaneous tissue. For this reason, photoprotection is one of the most important concerns of the cosmetic and personal care industry.
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  • / Apr 29, 2019
The hygge lifestyle: a craving for comfort

The hygge lifestyle: a craving for comfort

From interior design to home care and the world of fragrances: The Danish concept of hygge has been wholeheartedly embraced in nearly all areas of our lives.
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  • / Apr 29, 2019

Intelligent ageing repair with skin superfoods

The many environmental factors related to modern lifestyle generate a skin imbalance that leads to premature ageing. In this study, we evaluate the capacity of a new skin delivery system based on bicosomes (named bicosome-xanthin) to provide intense detox and revert the signs of ageing.
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  • / Apr 29, 2019

Natural micellar thickening with glutamate surfactants

Amino-acid based surfactants have been widely used in the last two decades in personal care products as well as in household, industrial and institutional cleaners due to a lot of advantages.
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  • / Apr 29, 2019
Formulation concepts for active people

Formulation concepts for active people

Bespoke, personalised beauty products are set to be one of the biggest trends, as skin care, makeup and fragrance brands increasingly put the individual at the heart of what they do.
  • Features
  • / Apr 29, 2019

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