RECENT NEWS

Clariant Active Ingredients’ new milk thistle flower extract Celyscence targets this major contributor to the skin ageing process to recover healthy skin and improve hydration and brightness.

Marine cultivation start-up, Yemoja, is launching its algae-derived external polysaccharide sulphate (EPS) serving the skin-deep beauty sector.

Symrise announces positive new research into their SymReboot L19 ingredient as an effective solution for sensitive and dry scalp conditions.

Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) came to a close following a 3-day run, marking the industry’s first on-site event in China since the pandemic struck, and the halls buzzed with activity as lively discussions took place across the floor.

Oil-based extract from the South American lapacho tree, Lubrizol Life Science Beauty’s Lapagyl advanced botanical ingredient promises to slow aging of facial skin.

Symrise AG is reorganising its Scent & Care segment, the business with fragrances, perfume compositions and cosmetic ingredients. The company wants to further develop its divisions strategically and continue its growth.

The Iberchem Group, part of Croda International Plc. announced it has signed an agreement to acquire French fragrance house Parfex S.A.

Greentech has launched a new natural active ingredient: Circalys. Titrated in andrographolide sourced from an Ayurvedic plant, Green Chiretta, it efficiently reduces the impacts on skin and mood of fatigue induced by modern off-beat life.

Nectaria Lithops, a new plant stem cell active ingredient that ignites the production of Vitamin D topically, will be presented by Vytrus Biotech as a 2021 launch on 20 April.

Givaudan Active Beauty has launched Mangixyl, a powerful microbiome-friendly cosmetic ingredient with proven efficacy targeting oily skin through sebum regulation.

Inspired by ancient rituals and forest therapy, Ashland has launched Santalwood biofunctional, a Santalum album extract inspired by forest therapies to fuel ethereal beauty, an inner fire and outward glow.

Lipoid Kosmetik presents their new product Water Lily Pro, offering perfect volume for urban hair.

Hydration is the fountain of wellbeing for skin and hair. It leaves perceivable effects, improves appearance and makes skin and hair soft and supple.

ProTec Ingredia, a leading supplier of active and speciality ingredients to the personal care market, are celebrating their tenth anniversary this year.

EleVastin from Gattefosse is a targeted solution to gravity-induced skin sagging. The ingredient strengthens the elasticity of the skin, giving it the support needed to cope with this downward pressure.

Innospec Performance Chemicals has announced Chemico Group, Thailand, as their distributor for the Personal Care market in Thailand and Vietnam and for the Personal Care, Home Care, I&I in the Philippines.

Biolie, French specialist in enzymatic extraction, and Unipex, French distributor of specialty ingredients, have signed a distribution agreement for the French and Benelux territories.

Atopic dermatitis (AD), the most common type of eczema, is a widespread condition characterised by dry and itchy skin. A new study suggest potential for high purity seaweed extracts as topical therapeutic agents.

The New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists (NYSCC) is celebrating Women’s History Month and Women in Science, with a Live Roundtable Conversation on 31 March.

Intertek has announced the launch of an advanced analytical testing service to determine allergens in cosmetics which is optimised for greater specificity, efficiency, and accuracy.