Application/Category:
Need Training?
Build a solid foundation in science, formulation and product development—find out more!
Most Popular in:
Natural/Botanical
New in Natural/Botanical (page 4 of 31)
Nov 06, 2012 | 09:45 AM CST
Thai Beauty Ingredients and BB Creams Propel Market Growth into 2015
The beauty industry in Thailand has grown 44% since 2008 to reach an estimated US $ 3.6 billion, according to a report by Mintel. This growth has been fueled by the popularity of BB Creams and Thai ingredients in the West, and the growth is expected to continue into 2015.
Nov 01, 2012 | 02:04 PM CDT
Characterizing and Evaluating the Effectiveness of Volcanic Pumice Exfoliants
By: M Estanqueiro (MD), G Bossolani, MH Amaral (Ph…
Pumice has a recognized application as an abrasive agent to promote exfoliation of the skin. In this study, different particle size fractions of pumice sampled from several geologic occurrences in São Miguel’s island, the Azores archipelago, were used in the preparation of exfoliation formulations. Gels and soap were prepared and characterized, and their efficacy evaluated.
Oct 30, 2012 | 10:01 AM CDT
Organic Colloidal Oatmeal and Oat Flour
Oat Cosmetics is launching organic versons of its best-selling natural oat flours at SCS Formulate.
Oct 29, 2012 | 12:35 PM CDT
LVMH Symposium Addresses Sustainable Cosmetic Ingredient Sourcing
By: Jane Evison
On Sept. 12, 2012, LVMH Recherche (Louis Vuitton - Moët Hennessy) held its 12th Scientific Symposium with the theme "Natural Resource Depletion and Cosmetic Raw Materials: What Strategies Should We Adopt for the Future?"
Oct 24, 2012 | 03:36 PM CDT
Stem Cells, Wellness and Claims Substantiation Take Center Stage at IFSCC Congress
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
The 2012 IFSCC Congress opened with a frenzy; the "African Frenzy" dancers, that is, and enlightened attendees over three days with 65+ presentations and more than 150 posters.
Sponsored Content
Oct 23, 2012 | 04:50 PM CDT
Final Days for Fast-track Entry Into in-cosmetics Asia 2012
The countdown is on for the arrival of in-cosmetics Asia 2012, as the leading pan-Asian personal care ingredient show prepares to make a welcome return to Bangkok, Thailand on Nov. 6-8, 2012 in BITEC.
Oct 05, 2012 | 12:20 PM CDT
Formulating Hair Care Products: A Q&A With Vaishali Gode, PhD
By: Katie Anderson
Hair care expert Vaishali Gode, PhD, head of the advanced technology department at Marico Ltd. and workshop presenter at in-cosmetics Asia 2012, addresses important aspects of formulating hair care products such as common challenges, regulation and revolutionary technologies.
Oct 03, 2012 | 10:36 AM CDT
Botanically Derived Emollient Base for Youthful Hydration
Floratech has introduced a botanically derived emollient base that delivers the human skin lipid profile of a healthy 22-year-old.
Oct 02, 2012 | 05:45 PM CDT
Patent Picks— Natural and Sensory-Enhanced Hair Straightening, Skin Actives, Device-guided Regimens and More
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features patents related to ethnic hair and skin care.
Oct 01, 2012 | 03:25 PM CDT
Growing Demand for Natural Beauty Products in Asia-Pacific Urges on Natural Ingredients*
As more consumers in Asia-Pacific countries learn about and seek out more natural beauty and personal care products, there is a continually greater push for beauty ingredient suppliers to debut new innovations to provide solutions for beauty products and replace synthetic ingredients.