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Apr 12, 2013 | 10:02 AM CDT
Winners Announced for Cosmetics & Toiletries R&D Awards
Cosmetics & Toiletries is pleased to announce the winners of the 2013 R&D Awards.
Apr 10, 2013 | 10:44 AM CDT
BASF Launches a UV Filter, Anti-aging Formulation Concepts, BB Cream Pigments an Under-eye Sea Extract and More
At in-cosmetics 2013, BASF Personal Care will introduce a new UV filter, a multifunctional styling agent, a renewable microemulsion, natural platelets for mineral makeup, a sea extract for under-eye and formulation concepts for anti-aging and diverse daily activities.
Apr 10, 2013 | 10:17 AM CDT
Finalists Announced for in-cosmetics' Innovation Zone Best Ingredient Award
The finalists have been announced for in-cosmetics 2013's Innovation Zone Best Ingredient Award. The fifteen finalists, including texturizing agents, anti-aging actives and anti-hair loss systems, give visitors a glimpse of what cosmetic formulation may hold in the future.
Apr 10, 2013 | 09:47 AM CDT
Lubrizol Debuts Carbomer with Electrolyte Tolerance, Thickening and Broad pH
Lubrizol has added a new rheology modifier to its Carbopol range that offers electrolyte tolerance, high thickening performance in a broad pH range and rich, distinct sensory attributes in challenging skin care formulations.
Apr 09, 2013 | 01:59 PM CDT
Beiersdorf Researcher Develops Skin Imaging Method for Analysis
Beiersdorf has created a new method of skin analysis to help it develop new skin care products.
Apr 09, 2013 | 01:43 PM CDT
Croda Introduces Sensorial Ingredients for Skin, Hair and Sun
At in-cosmetics 2013, Croda will be introducing a host of sensorial ingredients across the skin, sun and hair care categories in addition to debuting new formulations for the Asian and Latin American markets.
Apr 08, 2013 | 10:41 AM CDT
Read the Label Online—Wei East Firming Chestnut/Black Soy Arm Smoothing Treatment
By: Susan Raffy, Susan Raffy Consulting
This may be one of the first products I have seen that addresses the issue of upper arm sagging. This column will review the ingredient listing for functionality and claims substantiation.
Apr 04, 2013 | 03:53 PM CDT
Compass—Connecting the Dots
By: Rachel Grabenhofer, Cosmetics & Toiletries mag…
Whether your bubbles foam or lather, your hair takes a wild turn, or your wellness weighs on the health of microbes, Cosmetics & Toiletries aims to connect the dots.
Apr 04, 2013 | 02:56 PM CDT
Culture Shift: Rethinking the Role of Commensal Microflora of the Skin in Cosmetic Formulation
By: Kelly A. Dobos, Kao USA Inc.
Much like bacteria in the gut, the skin’s microbiome plays an important role in skin health by excluding harmful transients and educating the immune system. The application of pre- and probiotic concepts in cosmetics presents a novel approach. While formulation with probiotics may pose challenges, the use of prebiotics and bacterial lysates, discussed here, may be a viable alternative.
Apr 04, 2013 | 01:56 PM CDT
Consumer Perspective—The Feel Good Factor in Skin Care
By: Katerina Steventon, PhD, FaceWorkshops
The feel good factor in skin care stems from the integrity of the skin barrier. A recent theory hypothesizes that the injured epidermis can affect emotional state and act on the brain, which this author supports based on client feedback.