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Apr 12, 2013 | 12:13 PM CDT
Air Products Adds Moisture Retention Active to ROVI Line
Air Products improves moisture retention with the latest addition to its ROVI cosmetic active ingredient portfolio.
Apr 12, 2013 | 11:52 AM CDT
AAK Debuts Shea-based, Eco-friendly Ester
AAK Personal Care has extended its Lipex line of shea-based functional emollients with an eco-designed ester.
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 | 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 | 01:43 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 05, 2013 | 01:28 PM CDT
Read the Label Online: Living Proof Prime Style Extender
By: Susan Raffy, Susan Raffy Consulting
Living Proof’s Prime Style Extender promises to “protect and extend the life of your style twice as long.” 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 | 03:44 PM CDT
Regulatory Review—Titanium Dioxide
By: David C. Steinberg, Steinberg & Associates
This column will discuss titanium dioxide (TiO2). TiO2 is the most frequently used ingredient in cosmetics after water (aqua), fragrance (parfum), methylparaben, propylparaben, glycerin and propylene glycol, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Voluntary Cosmetic Registration Program.
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.