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Apr 23, 2012 | 01:54 PM CDT
White Bird of Paradise Skin Revitalizer
Lonza Personal Care launched its Vivillume active derived from White Bird of Paradise to restore skin’s youthful appearance.
Apr 17, 2012 | 01:42 PM CDT
Kline Outlines Consumer Preferences for Natural
The natural beauty market has been evolving toward more effective and truly natural products, writes Kline & Company project manager Agnieszka Saintemarie in a recent blog post; however, she questions whether this is the most effective strategy for brands aiming to succeed in the segment.
Apr 13, 2012 | 04:24 PM CDT
Read the Label Online: Éminence Neroli Age Corrective Eye Serum
By: Susan Raffy, Susan Raffy Consulting
This online-only "Read the Label" reviews finished products to discuss why specific ingredients were used in the formulations. Here, Éminence's Neroli Age Corrective Eye Serum is discussed.
Apr 12, 2012 | 04:05 PM CDT
Sulfate-free, Biodegradable Surfactant Blends Derived From Renewable Resources
At In-Cosmetics in Barcelona, Innospec has created two surfactant blends based on Iselux (INCI: Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate) that are biodegradable, derived from renewable resources and free of sulfates, ethylene oxide and amide.
Apr 06, 2012 | 09:52 AM CDT
Researchers Find Greater Antibacterial Activity in Thyme Than Benzoyl Peroxide
Researchers from Leeds Metropolitan University have suggested that thyme may be an effective treatment for acne.
Apr 03, 2012 | 03:25 PM CDT
Solvent-free Camellia Fraction for Photoaging Protection
At In-Cosmetics in Barcelona, AkzoNobel Global Personal Care is introducing a line of bioactive ingredients based on Zeta Fraction, including the line's first launch—an anti-aging fraction derived from Camellia sinensis.
Mar 30, 2012 | 02:49 PM CDT
Formulating with Naturals—Skin Depigmentation
By: Arthur Georgalas
The skin care industry strives to formulate products based on nature’s remedies. However, formulators of such products seek more scientific guidance to determine whether a particular natural material measures up to its synthetic counterpart.
Mar 01, 2012 | 04:33 PM CST
History, Characteristics and Application of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Cosmetics
By: Huiliang Li, Jahwa Cosmetics
Cosmetics based on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) are formulated not only using TCM drugs, but also according to cultural theories and principles. This article serves as a review of TCM drug ingredients, history and principles, to assist product developers in understanding how they can be combined for products targeted to this specialized market.
Feb 27, 2012 | 11:43 AM CST
Petrolatum Blends for More Natural Moisturization
At In-Cosmetics in Barcelona, Spain, Calumet Penreco LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Calumet Specialty Products Partners L.P., will debut its line of hybrid petrolatum products that combine the moisturization properties of petrolatum with natural moisturizing oils to offer formulators a more natural alternative to petrolatum alone.
Feb 27, 2012 | 11:19 AM CST
Asian Shrub Extract for Skin Microcirculation
At In-Cosmetics in Barcelona, Spain, Gattefossé will introduce an Asian shrub extract that stimulates microcirculation for improved skin radiance.