RECENT NEWS

Sustainability award for cosmetic esters

ROELMI HPC has been awarded in the category "Sustainable project" thanks to their EMotion Line at the ceremony for the Responsible Care Award 2020.

in-cosmetics Global postponed to October

Reed Exhibitions has annouced that in-cosmetics Global will now take place in Fira Barcelona, on the 5-7 October 2021, moving from the original April dates due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic that has seen a second surge in Europe.

New ingredient for the uncovering of luminous skin

Mibelle Biochemistry have uveiled their new launch: GlowAGE. The ingredient is based on the extract of the leaves of Ziziphus spina-christi.

Sustainable Beauty Award Winners Revealed

The winners of the 2020 Sustainable Beauty Awards have been announced at a virtual awards ceremony. The aim of the Awards is to give recognition to beauty operators who are pushing the boundaries of sustainability.

Natural performance mica with full traceability

The Colors & Effects brand has launched Mearlmica FF, a soft, creamy textured performance mineral made from 100% ethically and sustainably sourced natural mica from Hartwell, GA, US.

Nigerian Society Formally Joins IFSCC

The International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) has welcomed the Society of Cosmetic Scientists, Nigeria (NICOS) as its 50th Member Society.

Biohacking chronic bad sleep

It is of general knowledge that an adequate amount and quality of sleep is key to repair the damage inflicted to the body during the day.

New pigment dispersions with innovative preservation system

Clariant announces a complete range of Cosmenyl 100 next generation aqueous pigment dispersions, featuring a new state-of-the-art preservation system.

New eco-conscious formulations

Lubrizol Life Science – Beauty (LLS Beauty) has introduced EcoConscious Beauty, a portfolio of nature-based formulations that will allow customers to bring to market products that meet the public demand for cleaner and more responsible personal care.

Raspberry multifunctional preservative booster launched

Ashland has launched phyteq raspberry, a preservative booster that acts as a preservative potentiator to protect cosmetics from spoilage. It is available in two variations, Phyteq Raspberry N (natural) and Phyteq Raspberry I (nature identical).

Local fragrance solutions during a global crisis

Throughout lockdown and quarantine, consumers around the world were confronted with new behaviours and new emotions.

Eco-conscious living: Navigating a safer future

Andrew McDougall, associate director, Beauty & Personal Care, Mintel will lead a session at in-cosmetics Formulation Summit on ‘Eco-conscious living: Navigating a safer future’ on Tuesday 17 November at 09:15.

Testing lab wins inaugural award

UK-based testing laboratory XCellR8 has been awarded a first-of-its-kind research grant by animal rights organisation, PETA. The $5,000 award will support the company develop effective methods of testing chemicals without harming animals.

More details on Summit roundtables released

The in-cosmetics Formulation Summit will return in a new virtual format from 17-19 November 2020 to offer up-to-date intelligence into the biggest trends influencing the beauty industry

Barentz acquires Nardev Chemie

Barentz has acquired Singapore-based distributor, Nardev. Nardev has offices and laboratories in all their operating markets: Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia and Singapore.

IFSCC Congress opens its virtual doors

The 31st IFSCC Congress 2020 Yokohama (The Virtual Congress) has opened today. The IFSCC Congress is an international academic congress focused on the latest cosmetic research, hosted by the IFSCC and Japanese Society (SCCJ).

Cargill to acquire natural emollient company Floratech

Cargill has entered into an agreement to acquire natural emollient and derivatives business, Floratech. Cargill stated that the acquisition demonstrates their ambition to grow the Beauty business.

Finalists announced for Sustainable Beauty Awards

Ecovia Intelligence has announced the finalists of the 2020 Sustainable Beauty Awards. An external judging panel has shortlisted the finalists which are listed in alphabetical order:

New research into skin inflammation resolution

In collaboration with Ambiotis, Gattefossé has found a new inflammation resolution in aged skin. Gattefossé has identified Gatuline Skin-Repair AF as its best ingredient to resolve skin inflammation.

Internal training centre opens

After two years of construction work, SILAB has unveiled its new building in Brive (France), which includes a centre for internal training.

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