RECENT NEWS

The HallStar Company, a Chicago-based specialty chemistry company, has acquired B&T Sr l, a worldwide leader in the development of highperformance natural ingredients based upon olive chemistry for use in personal care products.

Following the grand opening of the Dow Microbial Control Customer Application Centre (CAC) in Melbourne, Dow Microbial Control customers in Australia and New Zealand now have access to state-of-the-art testing laboratories and innovative formulations, in line with local regulatory requirements.

AMA Laboratories Inc. founded in 1984, is a clinical testing laboratory devoted to the evaluation of finished cosmetics and cosmetic ingredients such as sunscreens, wrinkle treatments, moisturizes, hair products, etc. We test these products for efficacy in both in vivo and in vitro environments.

The HallStar Company, a Chicago-based specialty chemistry company, has acquired the B&T S.r.l, a worldwide leader in the development of high-performance natural ingredients based upon olive chemistry for use in personal care products.

PhytoCellTec Argan, from Mibelle, is claimed to be the first cosmetic active demonstrating proven efficacy on dermal stem cells. It will not only help to accelerate the skin’s natural repair process, but also uniquely provide a second chance for every type of skin.

Air Products launched its new Deposilk Q1 Polymer at in-cosmetics in Milan, Italy, on 29 March. Deposilk Q1 Polymer provides personal care formulations with a silky and smooth feel while enhancing deposition of silicone and other ingredients on skin or hair.

Sinerga reveals an innovative ingredient in the field of anti-ageing agents: ATP 23 (INCI name: Azeloyl Tetrapetide-23) is a new advanced proage peptide that slows down the oxidative damage, inhibits the glycation of dermal proteins and consequently the skin ageing processes.

Achim Daub, a member of the Symrise executive board, and global president – scent & care, opened the new Perfumery School in Holzminden on 16 May 2011. Five talented young people are beginning their training as perfumers in this environment.

Oat Cosmetics has launched a new ECOCERTapproved ingredient to add to its comprehensive range of natural active ingredients for healthy skin and hair.

Over 50% of people, men as well as women, feel sensations of skin discomfort. Their skin is known as “sensitive”, “reactive” or “intolerant”. This skin type overreacts to external aggressions (UV radiation, heat, cold, pollution, stress etc.) and needs adapted care.

Naturex has released a new dragon’s blood extract, which is an innovative, revitalising active. Dragon’s blood (Croton lechleri), called both Sangre de Drago and Sangre de Grado, is the primary topical aid for skin care in the Amazon.

Dow Personal Care has introduced EcoSmooth Satin Conditioning Polymer for body wash and mild conditioning shampoo formulations. Unveiled at the New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists (NYSCC) Suppliers’ Day trade show, EcoSmooth Satin is the second product from the new EcoSmooth Platform and offers formulators the ability to address consumer demands for moisturising body washes and conditioning shampoos.

Over 50% of people, men as well as women, feel sensations of skin discomfort. Their skin is known as “sensitive”, “reactive” or “intolerant”. This skin type overreacts to external aggressions (UV radiation, heat, cold, pollution, stress etc.) and needs adapted care.

Grant Industries has announced the launch of Gransolve DMI, a highly pure, low odour version of dimethyl isosorbide. This solvent is sustainably derived from renewable corn sugar and is easily formulated to stabilise and deliver active ingredients into the skin for outstanding efficacy and performance attributes.

The Ecoverte range from Cosmetochem International AG has received ECOCERT certification as organic raw materials Cosmetochem’s Ecoverte botanical extract range includes raspberry, mango, lavender, limetree blossom, elder flowers, vanilla, green and white tea.

IMCD Group is the first distributor to be awarded the prestigious Lean & Green award. The award is a part of the innovation programme Sustainable Logistics by Connekt, an independent network of companies and authorities, collaborating to achieve a sustainable improvement in mobility.

With immediate effect or as contracts allow, BASF is increasing the sales prices for carbonyl chloride derivatives (CCDs) in Europe by 10% to 20% depending on the specific product.

Brian Pickel has been promoted to vice president of sales of Floratech. In his new position, Pickel will oversee the day-to-day operations of the sales department and will concentrate on accounts in Southern California, the Northeast, and portions of Europe.

HBA’s Beauty Week featured an extensive educational programme addressing a wide range of marketing, product development, international business, skin care and sustainability topics.

Eastman Chemical Company introduces its first commercially available product derived from GEM technology, the proprietary green manufacturing process and winner of the EPA’s Presidential Green Chemical Award in 2009 (Eastman GEM technology was formerly known as the Eastman green biocatalytic process).