In reaction to the EC directive to regulate levels of Farnesol,
Symrise has launched a new purer grade of Bisabol - Dragosantol 100
- enabling cosmetic and personal care formulators to meet the
introduction of the regulation on 10...
Although the market for active ingredients in the personal care
industry remains extremely small, a new report reveals that the
need for innovative ingredients has led actives suppliers to focus
in on a range of core products, reports...
Human Pheromone Sciences has said that based on preliminary studies
on how mood can be enhanced using synthesized human pheromones, it
is now expanding its study to include a larger number of volunteers
in its laboratories.
A stalwart ingredient for the international cosmetics industries,
scientists now say that massaging new born babies with sunflower
oil helps to fend off infection and other medical complications.
Rohm and Haas has selected the site for its new China research and
development center in Shanghai, as part of its move to increase the
development of specialty material products for a number of Asia
Pacific industries, including personal...
Shiseido, Japan's leading cosmetics group, has commenced a joint
research project in an effort to discover new herbal ingredients
for its cosmetic products, writes Simon Pitman.
Applied NanoWorks has launched Pinnacle Zinc Oxide, a formulation
that is claimed to provide increased transparency of an ingredient
that often causes white streaking when used in topical cosmetic
applications, reports Simon Pitman.
Supplements of either natural or synthetic source vitamin E almost
double the levels of this important antioxidant on the skin's
surface, report researchers this month, providing the first strong
evidence for the role of vitamin...
Research at the University of Illinois at Chicago indicates that
stem cell technology could be used to improve a number of cosmetic
procedures, particularly treatments for wrinkles - currently one of
the fastest growth areas for the...
An increasing number of European and American consumers are
adopting functional beauty regimes, driven by a growing tendency to
adopt a preventative rather than a reactive approach to enhancing
and maintaining their appearance, new...
A medical study conducted at the University of New Mexico in the US
has concluded that exposure to sunlight might stop skin cancers.
Both industry and cancer associations have said that further
research is warranted in this area,...
Sabinsa Corporation, a manufacturer and supplier of herbal
extracts, cosmeceuticals, minerals and specialty fine chemicals,
has appointed new agents in France and Germany for its
cosmeceutical line as part of a drive to extend its...
A scientific study has shown that artificial musk fragrance can
increase sensitivity to toxins in mussels, indicating possible
implications for human health. Simon Pitman reports on the
findings and industry's reaction.
A scientific panel working for the European Commission has called
on cosmetic companies to prove that tea tree oil is safe to use in
topical cosmetic applications, writes Simon Pitman.
Karlshamns' business sector Lipids for Care is to take over
responsibility for sales and marketing of Danisco's emulsifiers to
the cosmetic industry from 1 February 2005.
Riding the growing trend towards health and wellness in cosmetics,
global ingredients provider Cognis says that this is becoming a
growing focus for the types of ingredients its Care Chemicals
division is providing to cosmetic companies...
Chemicals specialist Orgasynth is increasing its presence in the
flavours and fragrance sector following the recent acquisition of
Floressence. The company says it now plans to sell its colourants
division and increase its focus on...
A caffeine extract has proved to be an effective ingredient in a
topical hair loss prevention shampoo treatment, research suggests.
Believed to be the only remedy to use this ingredient, the makers
claim that huge concentrations can...
Stable Micro Systems has launched a new automated texture analysis
device which is claimed to increase productivity and improve
cost-effectiveness for higher volume, repetitive quality testing
applications - an answer to growing demands...
Takasago International, one of the leading global flavours and
fragrance groups, has established a new division in Shanghai aimed
at expanding its manufacturing and retail presence in China as well
cutting costs.
US pressure group The Campaign For Safe Cosmetics, is claiming
victory after L'Oréal, Revlon and Unilever confirmed they have
eliminated certain toxic chemicals from their products, in a move
that has drawn attention to the differences...
Croda Personal Care has launched a biomimetic hair care ingredient
that offers lipid replenishment for damaged hair to help restore
moisture and conditioning.
The US Food and Drug Administration has issued a set of guidelines
advising cosmetic companies how they can alert consumers to the
dangers of skin sensitivity to ultraviolet light when using
cosmetics containing alpha hydroxyl acids...
Luzenac Group, the leading France-based talc producer, has
announced the extension of its business unit organisation model
worldwide, from the beginning of this year. The four new global
business units are centred on Luzenac's...
Proctor & Gamble says that it is developing a new formula for a
baby balm it produces that has been linked to several cases of
cramp. In the meantime, the product, which has sold 4 million jars
since its launch in Europe back...
Biotechnology specialist Proteus has collaborated with Degussa to
develop a thermostable esterase biocatalyst that is said to provide
new applications for poorly soluble ingredients used in cosmetic
applications.
Nimbus Group has entered into a letter of intent with Fragex, a
French developer of cosmetics and fragrances for major
international brands based in Paris, to acquire a 51 per cent
majority stake in the French company, in a move that...
France-based Dermscan has signed a new partnership agreement
withCIDC, Centre International de Développement Clinique - the
International Centre forClinical Development. The move gives the
company a panel of multiethnic volunteers...
Mentor, a global supplier of medical products, says it has
initiated an initial study of its proprietary botulinum toxin type
A product, focused on the cosmetic applications for the US market.
The company says that the study aims...
A government funded project in Thailand has devised a way of using
Tumeric in cosmetic products. The discovery is set to bring a host
of functions, including antioxidant and skin whitening properties
at a fraction of the cost.
Colonial Chemical has launched a new concentrated surfactant blend
which has been formulated for a very variety of personal care
products and specifically formulated for enhanced mildness.
Essential oils for aromatherapy have been found to kill deadly MRSA
bacteria, according to latest scientific research. The findings
mean that the oils could have new applications for a host of every
day personal care products used...
Lonza has launched Natrulon DermaSphere, an all-natural,
multifunctional oleosome technology that is said to save on
formulating time as well as reducing costs. Simon Pitman
reports.
France-based clinical test centre Laboratoire Dermscan has upped
the capacity of its 3-D optical measuring service, which provides
head-to-toe analysis for pre-clinical and clinical trialing for
thecosmetics industry. Simon Pitman...
Japanese cosmetic manufacturer Shiseido has announced that its
research has discovered that adenosine contains hair re-growth
properties, and that it is expecting to market as a hair growth
product in Japan from next Spring.
French cosmetic ingredients maker Lessonia is extending its range
of seaweed-based ingredients into cocoa-based ingredients. The
company is launching a range of cocoa exfoliators, together with a
line of herbal spa cocoa-based products....
Health Canada has confirmed that the labelling of all ingredients
on cosmetics products will become compulsory in the course of the
next two years, bringing the country in line with the United States
and Europe. Simon Pitman reports.
Industry bodies have hit back at claims by a US study team that a
chemical commonly used as a preservative in a variety of cosmetic
products may damage unborn foetuses, saying that doses are far too
small to have such an effect.
Soft Gel has been awarded a US patent (6,806,259) for its Injuv
soft gelatin capsule, a skincare supplement aimed at improving skin
texture and appearance.
Japanese company Showa Denko K.K. has developed a new type of
stabilised vitamin C, which is claimed to be the first effective
wrinkle treatment of its kind. The company will start selling the
product in January 2005 as an additive...
Many US cosmetic companies are gearing up for new legislation being
introduced on 9 December that states all antiperspirants containing
aluminium or aluminium compounds must clearly label the ingredients
on the packaging. Simon Pitman...
Firmenich, the privately-owned Swiss flavours and fragrance group,
has reported a 4.1 per cent growth in its annual sales, driven by
the particularly strong performance of its fragrance division in
the Latin American and Asia Pacific...
Symrise Research has conducted antioxidant efficacy tests on
Neo-Extrapone Organic Rooibos that determine it is as effective as
Green Tea. The findings could establish it as a key ingredient for
cosmetic applications.
MFIC, one of the world's leading suppliers of microfluidiser
processor systems, says that developments in componentry have now
made this once expensive equipment a far more viable option for
boosting formulation efficiency.
Shiseido and BASF have said they are to jointly develop new UV
protection technology for cosmetic sun protection products. The
move aims to tap in to the growing market for high SPF treatments
that help protect the skin against the...
France-based research laboratory, Spincontrol is launching a new
technology to test skin whitening technologies. The development is
claimed to provide proven efficacy of whitening products for ageing
Caucasian skins as well as Asian...
US-based Human Pheromone Sciences is entering into an agreement
with the University of Utah to conduct research and development
programmes on a series of compounds already identified and isolated
by scientists relating to synthesised...
Technology Flavors & Fragrances, a provider of flavour and
fragrance product formulations that are used to develop customised
products cosmetic and toiletry products worldwide, has reported
flat sales and a mounting loss for the...
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