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The green future of dandruff control

Symrise explains why Propanediol caprylate (Crinipan PMC green) is a major technology for a greener future of dandruff control, effective like conventional actives with clear additional advantages

Protecting keratinocytes stem cells from UVA harm

Gattefossé presents Solastemis, a sun care active ingredient that acts at the heart of the epidermis mechanics by protecting the DNA of keratinocytes from lesions induced by UVA radiation and by boosting endogenous DNA repair capacity

Using spherical silica gels to improve sunscreen

AGC Chemicals Americas explains how recent advances in silica gel technology mean W/O (water-in-oil) sun care formulations can now be created that rival the appeal and processing ease of O/W (oil-in-water) formulations

Developing a ‘cold process’ mineral UV filter sunscreen

Specialty chemical group SNF has developed a sunscreen formulation that not only benefits consumers but also the environment. This high SPF index, mineral-based formulation was developed using a process with no heat

Uncovering Asia-Pacific beauty secrets in Bangkok

in-cosmetics Asia, the leading event in the Asia-Pacific region for personal care ingredients, returns to BITEC in Bangkok on 1-3 November. Taking place in Thailand for the first time since the pandemic, the event provides a platform to connect the regional and global personal care industry

Vitamin B12 – more than just a colourant

Royal DSM outlines three studies involving its cosmetic form of vitamin B12 - Vitamin B12 Cryst - which is produced through a biotech process involving non-GMO bacterial fermentation

The anti-ageing efficacy of cranberry biopeptides

Natural biopeptides have the capacity to act transversally on several biological targets in the fight against the cutaneous disorders induced by ageing. Silab has developed a natural anti- ageing active ingredient, purified to 95% in natural biopeptides from a co-product of the cranberry, sourced from a responsible and traceable supply

Using natural emulsifiers for innovative cosmetics

Natura-Tec demonstrates the benefits of several natural emulsifiers that offer higher moisturising effects and beautiful textures for end-products while meeting ecofriendly and sustainable expectations

Restoring skin with a novel Ca2+ delivery system

Mibelle Biochemistry presents the use of a calcium ion vector system as a new and superior approach to treat a damaged barrier present in diabetic, aged, or atopic skin

Interview: Tatiana Kalman, head of BASF Personal Care Europe

Tatiana talks to Personal Care Global editor Tim Probert about how the world’s biggest seller of personal care ingredients plans to stay ahead of the chasing pack

COVER STORY: Making formulations more natural with Natrathix

Manufacturers of skin care products have long struggled to replace traditional synthetic ingredients. Synthetic rheology modifiers such as carbomer have traditionally been used to thicken and stabilize skin care emulsions efficiently with appealing aesthetics, while natural rheology modifiers typically have poor aesthetics, making it difficult to create the natural, sustainable formulations consumers want.

Caesalpinia spinosa for skin ageing protection

Cobiosa looks at Caesalpinia spinosa, also known as Tara or Peruvian carob, a native species of Peru that is widely distributed in Latin America

Benefits of biotechnically fermented ingredients

As the skin microbiome has become more prevalent, so too has the use of fermented products, probiotics and yeast as skin care ingredients, as Kim Cervino of Opia Nova LLC explains

Novel active ingredient to restore facial harmony

Lubrizol Life Science has identified a new mechanism by which psychological stress can damage the skin, and demonstrated that a new biotechnological active ingredient can reverse this damage

Technological innovation in Indian sandalwood oil

Indian sandalwood oil’s role as an active beauty ingredient is only scratching the surface of what it can truly offer, says Quintis Sandalwood

The benefits of recycled silicone polymers

Alexander Selig of CHT explains how the German firm was able to create and develop a process to use monomers made from silicone waste to bring them back into a high-quality polymer

Catering to skincare needs with hectorite clay

Elementis explores how a small quaternary treatment allows hectorite to bring multiple benefits to the oil phase of a formulation while remaining up to 99% naturally-derived

Bridging the gap in the textured hair care market

Partnering with internal employees and technical experts, Dow has developed a set of six unique formulations designed to provide benefits to highly textured hair

Sustainable alternative to viscous silicones

Seppic has launched a hydrogenated polyfarnesene-based hair care ingredient as a sustainable alternative to viscous silicones

Yeast ferment extract for a healthy scalp

BASF has harnessed the power of a yeast ferment extract created by nature and from nature: rapeseed oil and sugar are fermented by the yeast Starmerella bombicola

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Upcoming Events

in-cosmetics Global

Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
16th – 18th April 2024

NYSCC Suppliers' Day 2024

Javits Center, New York
1st - 2nd May 2024

9th Anti-Ageing Skin Care Conference

Royal College of Physicians, London
25th - 26th June 2024

in-cosmetics Korea 2024

Hall C, Coex, Seoul, South Korea
24th - 26th July 2024

in-cosmetics Latin America 2024

São Paulo, Brazil
25th - 26th September 2024

IFSCC 2024

Recanto das Cataratas Thermas Resort, Iguazu Falls, Brazil
14th - 17th October 2024

Access the latest issue of Personal Care Magazine on your mobile device together with an archive of back issues.

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