RECENT PRODUCT NEWS

In modern society, wrinkles are a matter of major concern as our faces are our calling card. Since a healthy young appearance is a sign of success, the beauty industry is constantly researching new cosmetic anti-ageing solutions. Wrinkles, as a sign of cutaneous ageing, may cause cosmetic disability and psychological distress.

Ultraviolet (UV) irradiation generates reactive oxygen species, which can have a series of biological effects on human skin cells, resulting in cosmetic skin damage such as pigmentation.

The objective of producing harmonised test methods for sunscreen products is now well advanced. In November 2010, the first document – ISO 244441 was published. ISO 244422 – related to UVA in vivo testing (PPD) has been finalised and is due for publication soon.

Microbial contamination of cosmetic products is a matter of great importance to the industry and it can become a major cause of both product and economic losses. Moreover, the contamination of cosmetics can result in their being converted into products hazardous for consumers.

One of the strongest trends driving the global skin care market today is skin whitening, lightening and evening of the skin tone. Ever current, this trend dates back as far back as ancient China and Japan, and does not fade with time. To this day whiter, flawless skin complexion is associated with health, nobility, purity and younger perception of age.

Over the past decade the demand for more natural food additives from consumers has resulted in an increase in the use of natural flavourings. However, this has not been reflected nearly so much in fragrances or fragrance formulations for personal care products.

It is known in the literature that phenolic compounds in their native form are unstable because of their phenolic functions that can be oxidised by the action of various environmental agents, such as oxygen, light, and certain metal elements.

As far back as the ancient Egyptians people have wanted to look their best. That particular advanced civilisation had an amazing array of beauty tools to enhance their natural looks, including products to get rid of stretch marks, minimise wrinkles and promote hair growth, as well as the powders and paints they used to create the very stylised make-up they wore.

Several factors are involved in the complex process of human skin ageing. Chronological ageing, which is genetically programmed and unavoidable, and extrinsic ageing, which is induced by combined environmental factors and results in a more or less rapid and severe phenotype.

Moringa butter is derived from the oil of the seeds of Moringa oleifera, a tree native to India. Moringa butter may infer certain skin benefits, when incorporated into hair and skin care products. Clinical data indicate that moringa butter enhances skin barrier recovery from barrier damage as well as increases skin hydration.

Epidermal stem cells (ESC) are necessary for epidermis renewing. These cells are also known to be more or less resistant to different types of apoptosis, in comparison with their keratinocyte counterparts: UV-induced cell death,1 oxidative stress-induced apoptosis2 or anoïkosis (a particular apoptosis resulting from loss of adhesion to extracellular matrix).3

Vesicles of poly-?-glutamate (?-PGA) were capsulated in order to improve skin efficacy and increase an adsorption into the epidermis. The capsulating method of ?-PGA was investigated to demonstrate the formation of self-assemblies by passing through a high pressure microfluidiser, rheological properties and physiological activity of stratum corneum (SC) by using ?-PGA vesicles.

Skin lightening products are a fast-growing segment of the beauty industry. In Asia, for many people, having light, porcelain skin is considered the ideal. To meet this demand, Soliance has developed and patented Axolight, an active ingredient with skin lightening properties, made from renewable plant matter.

Selected as one of the finalists for the Innovation Zone Best Ingredient Award at in-cosmetics Milan, Marrubium vulgare stems G is the first and unique third generation antioxidant.

Discover an innovative approach to effective moisturisation at in-cosmetics 2011 with Croda’s new moisturising complex, DuraQuench IQ. Its dual mechanism optimises skin moisturisation by the formation of an intelligent structural layer on the surface of the skin, while regulating water loss from within by reinforcing the skin’s natural barrier.

At in-cosmetics 2011, Mibelle Biochemistry presented three new products, PhytoCellTec Argan, LIPerfection and SunActin.

Skin has a tendency to lose its natural radiance due to diminished skin function as a result of ageing or due to different external factors, such as UV radiation, air condition, unbalanced diet and insufficient sleep. The consequence is a dull, uneven complexion and a rough, slackened texture.

Germany based Dr. Straetmans GmbH launched palm oil free glyceryl stearate citrate at this year’s in-cosmetic show in Milan.

When formulating hair colour, blue dyes are one of the most important components because of their ability to provide depth of colour. Vivimed Labs presented Jarocol Blue 15, a unique direct blue colorant for semi-permanent hair dyes, at in-cosmetics Milan.

Working closely with its key customers within the personal care industry, Basildon Chemicals has developed a niche range of silicone products that have been designed to meet the needs of the formulator within the cosmetic markets of the world.