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Dec 09, 2013 | 02:46 PM CST
Almost Magic
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer, Cosmetics & Toiletries…
As I write this, I have just made a bold appearance in Rio de Janeiro; and no, this has nothing to do with topless beaches. At the 2013 IFSCC Conference, colleagues were surprised by my feisty new auburn hair color, formerly a light blonde. In fact, some did not recognize me. My bold appearance even made its way into a media demonstration at the L’Oréal Research Center, although to show hair damage, but still. . . Cosmetics & Toiletries' latest collection of articles is also all about appearances.
Dec 05, 2013 | 01:28 PM CST
Radiant Orchid Blossoms as Pantone's Color of the Year for 2014
Serving as a symbol of growth, renewal and prosperity, Pantone hue Radiant Orchid—a mix of fuchsia, purple and pink—has been named 2014's color of the year.
Dec 04, 2013 | 09:53 AM CST
Sederma's Biotech Institute Identifies New Active: Irbic Acid
A new bioactive molecule from the Centella asiatica plant, irbic acid, has been discovered by researchers at Sederma’s Instituto di Ricerche Biotecnologiche (IRB).
Dec 04, 2013 | 09:42 AM CST
Symrise Awarded for Innovation by SEPAWA
Symrise’s multifunctional stabilizer SymSave H (INCI: Hydroxyacetophenone), launched in July 2013, was awarded the SEPAWA association's Innovation Award 2013 during the group's recent event, held in Fulda, Germany.
Dec 04, 2013 | 09:13 AM CST
Read the Label: Bumble and Bumble Spraychalk
By: Susan Raffy, Susan Raffy Consulting
One of the first mainstream temporary hair colors to come to market is the Bumble and Bumble's spraychalk. This product is a “wild, quick-dry tinted hairspray for a splash of color and style” that comes in various colors. This column will review the ingredient listing for functionality.
Dec 04, 2013 | 08:52 AM CST
Sustainability Push from Consumers Required for Manufacturers to Respond
At recent European and Asia-Pacific events, a number of speakers suggested that consumer behavior was becoming a major barrier to sustainable development in the beauty industry.
Dec 03, 2013 | 06:37 PM CST
Patent Picks—Solid Hair Dye, Illuminated Effects Packaging, Hollow Micronized Wax and More in Color
Patent Picks are compiled by Cosmetics & Toiletries editors. Taken from publicly available sources, they cover recent patents issued, or applied for, in the cosmetic and personal care industries and relevant peripheral markets. This edition features inventions related to color in makeup and hair applications.
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Dec 03, 2013 | 01:02 PM CST
A Comprehensive Approach to Replacing DEA in Formulations
Once California added diethanolamine to the list of regulated chemicals in personal care formulations under Proposition 65, chemists immediately sought out surfactants that were free of DEA. Here is presented a roadmap for identifying the right solution to replace DEA-containing surfactants in personal care products.
Nov 27, 2013 | 08:01 AM CST
Deadline Extended: Submit Now to the R&D Awards
Cosmetics & Toiletries has extended the deadline for raw material nominations to its 2014 R&D Awards (to be presented at in-cosmetics in Hamburg). Recognize your team's innovation and expertise today! New deadline for entries: Dec. 10, 2013.
Nov 22, 2013 | 11:33 AM CST
Essential Ingredients Creates Water-soluble Salicylic Gel for Skin Care
Essential Ingredients has created a 40% salicylic acid gel that is safe, stable, effective and meets the United States Pharmacopeia's Salicylic Acid Gel Monograph.