RECENT NEWS

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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).

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

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.

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.

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

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 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.

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:

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.

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

IMCD and Mibelle Biochemistry jointly announced a new partnership in Mexico. IMCD Mexico has been selected as the exclusive distributor of Mibelle Biochemistry’s anti-ageing, slimming and biotechnological actives.

Croda announced their collaborative partnership with Entekno Materials, bringing new technology to solar protection. Having invested £1.5m in Entekno Materials, Croda have become a minority shareholder and their route to market in personal care.