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Black maca for inner hair architecture
Cobiosa introduces a Jatropha macrantha extract that exerts a global hair protective action
Not for your eyes only: High-efficacy actives
Lou Graydon of Aston Chemicals introduces Lipotec’s three new eyecare actives from natural and synthetic sources
The science of bio-based alkanes in cosmetics
VG Chem Consulting and Enviro-Stratégies highlight the superiority of conventional chemistry compared to synthetic biology in relation to bio-based alkanes
Nutricosmetic potential of natural astaxanthin
AstaReal explains why natural astaxanthin is a potent antioxidant with many health benefits backed by sound science and well-equipped to meet consumer-led beauty demands
How to prove pro-ageing claims in vivo
The combinations of classical biometric measurements with more high-tech devices and specific biomarkers can provide a better understanding of the organisation of the skin structure and its functions, says Skinobs
Fermented, multi-plant ingredients in cosmetics
Ingredients based on adaptogenic plants, marine-sourced plants, superfruits and legumes have been given a new level of potency and potential by using Jeen’s Fermbiotic technology
Summer snowflake bulb: A Botox-like active
IFF-Lucas Meyer Cosmetics has developed a new botanical with Botox-like efficacy, not for a sweat-proof look but to help reduce sweating in the first place
Nature inspires a holistic fight against pollution
Berkem showcases the anti-pollution effects of extracts from raspberry leaves and green tea
Endorphin peptide-based wrinkle treatment
Kalichem introduces Peptilift, which is based on an innovative biomimetic endorphin included in a functional delivery system
The ‘solidification’ of liquid shampoos and conditioners
JRS’s new technology means the personal care industry can re-develop a wide range of existing cosmetic formulations into solid forms
Enhancing emotional wellbeing with plant cells
Turmeria Zen from turmeric stem cells acts against stress wrinkles and significantly increases the wellbeing and hydration of stressed skin, say Vytrus
Living the lifestyle dream with sustainable cosmetics
Clare Goodwin of Infinity Ingredients looks at some of the key themes around lifestyle cosmetics and explains why they are here to stay
COVER STORY: Jasmine to connect skin biology and emotions
Caressense™ biofunctional is a phytofermented extract from fresh and organic jasmine flowers, inspired by research on the connection between skin and emotions and the ‘chemistry of love’.
A natural solution for atopic skin
A purified natural active ingredient, composed of oligosaccharides extracted from the roots of mondo grass is able to restore the homeostasis of atopic skin
Transferring pigmentation from forearm to face
Using methods to transfer pigmentation digitally from volunteers’ inner forearms to their faces can help to predict facial pigmentation reactions
Improving hair thickening with amaranth peptides
A new peptide composition, rich in phenylalanine and histidine amino acids and with a low average molecular weight, can help reinforce hair’s structural integrity and tensile strength
Transcending skin ethics with a new ethos
Provital has launched a multifunctional active developed around an internationally recognised ethical initiative in Mexico
COP-26: Sustainable cosmetics on show
Natura-Tec participated at COP-26 to demonstrate a sustainable, responsible and forward-looking collaborative approach within the cosmetics industry
Avocado polyphenols for dark circles and eye bags
In vitro studies have demonstrated the biological activity of avocado extract with high polyphenol content in a key area of eye care and these have been confirmed by two clinical studies
Transforming a botanical with sub-critical water
Lipotec has developed an extract of the ‘resurrection plant’ and transformed it using sub-critical water technology to generate a novel active ingredient
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