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Shortlists revealed for in-cosmetics Korea awards
The organisers of in-cosmetics Korea have revealed the shortlists for the best active and best functional ingredient awards at this month’s trade show in Seoul.
CLR reaches solar photovoltaic system milestone
CLR has completed the commissioning of its third and final solar photovoltaic system, allowing the German cosmetic actives maker to produce up to 50% of its daily electricity consumption.
Givaudan finalises acquisition of b.kolormakeup & skincare
Givaudan has completed the acquisition of b.kolormakeup & skincare (b.kolor), an Italian cosmetics manufacturer specialising in developing finished makeup and skincare products.
Syensqo signs MoU with Singapore enzymes biotech outfit
Solvay spin-off Syensqo has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Allozymes, a Singaporean start-up specialising in enzyme bioengineering.
UK CTPA eyes beauty industry strategy after Labour election win
The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA) has called on the new UK government to draw up a cosmetics industry strategy following Labour leader Sir Kier Starmer's landslide general election victory.
Debut expands biotech ingredients partnership with L'Oréal
US beauty biotech outfit Debut has signed an agreement with L'Oréal to develop more than a dozen bio-identical ingredients designed to replace conventionally sourced ingredients.
Croda appoints Stephen Oxley chief financial officer
Speciality chemicals maker Croda International has appointed Stephen Oxley as chief financial officer (CFO) and executive director.
Ekkio Capital creates ingredient supplier Sweetch, acquires Gobiotics
French private equity outfit Ekkio Capital has established Sweetch, a personal care ingredient supplier focused on natural and sustainable technologies, via a trio of acquisitions.
MyMicrobiome launches certification for pet cosmetics
MyMicrobiome has launched the world’s first microbiome-friendly certification standard specifically for pet cosmetics.
French duo Fiabila, Patyka join Value of Beauty Alliance
The Value of Beauty Alliance has welcomed two new members based in France: organic biotech skincare brand Patyka and contract nail polish manufacturer Fiabila.
Silvia De Dominicis takes over as Cosmetica Italia director-deneral
Silvia De Dominicis has taken over as director-general of Italian trade association Cosmetica Italia with immediate effect.
Provital podcast returns for second season
Provital has launched Provitalks 2.0, the second season of its video podcast available on YouTube and Spotify.
Eurofragance chief exec strengthens management team
Barcelona fragrance house Eurofragance has reorganised its management team in line with its newly kicked in 2024-2027 strategic plan.
Bangkok set for record exhibitor numbers at in-cosmetics Asia
The 2024 edition of the in-cosmetics Asia trade show in Bangkok in November is set to welcome over 650 exhibitors from across the globe, the largest number in the show’s 15-year history.
Colonial Chemical signs distribution deal with California Chemical
Speciality surfactants maker Colonial Chemical has signed a distribution partnership with California Chemical for the western United States sales territory.
Brenntag opens green-certified warehouse in India
Personal care ingredient distributor Brenntag has opened a state-of-the-art green warehouse in Sonipat, in the northern India state of Haryana.
IFF fined €15.9m for obstructing EU antitrust investigation
The European Commission has fined International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) €15.9m ($17m) for obstructing an inspection last year into a suspected cartel in the supply of fragrances and fragrance ingredients.
Tate & Lyle to acquire CP Kelco for $1.8 billion
British foods business Tate & Lyle is to acquire US nature-based ingredient maker CP Kelco from parent company JM Huber Corporation (Huber) for $1.8 billion.
SCC launches Certificate in Skin Care education programme
The US Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) has unveiled its latest model of cosmetic science education: the Certificate in Skin Care.
DSM-Firmenich opens door to ‘House of Science’ beauty rebrand
DSM-Firmenich has rebranded its personal care business as ‘Beauty & Care: A House of Science beyond Wellbeing’ to reflect consumer demand for products that deliver more than just aesthetic benefits.
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