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May 01, 2013 | 09:33 AM CDT
Patent Picks—Soy, Vitamin D Stabilizer, Dispersion Technologies and More in Sun
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources and review recent patents and patent applications in cosmetics, personal care and peripheral markets. This edition features technologies related to sun protection and after-sun repair.
Apr 24, 2013 | 09:08 AM CDT
Mintel Sees Rise in Moisturization Claims and Water Innovation
Mintel sees an uptick in consumer demand for products that feature hydration and moisturization, and more and more beauty brands are innovating using water.
Apr 22, 2013 | 03:37 PM CDT
Crodarom Debuts Illuminating Flower Extract
Crodarom, a French subsidiary of the Croda Group., introduced a flower extract from Asia that contributes to an illuminated complexion.
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Apr 19, 2013 | 03:37 PM CDT
Next-generation Carbopol® Polymer Proves Highly Efficient at Lower pH Levels
Consumer demand for products that provide anti-aging and healthy-skin benefits is driving the creation of many new cosmetics. However, many of the active ingredients that are beneficial to the face and neck are most effective at lower pH ranges. In this Q&A, Lubrizol’s Bryan Moran, Sr. R&D Scientist, talks about Carbopol® Ultrez 30 polymer (INCI: Carbomer), a new rheology modifier, and how it can help formulators achieve preferred viscosity, suspension and stability in gels or emulsions containing challenging additives such as alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs).
Apr 17, 2013 | 01:17 PM CDT
Micro Powders Adds Oil-absorber, Feel Enhancer, Binder Ingredients
Micro Powders, Inc. has added three new offerings to its product line-up of specialty micronized waxes.
Apr 16, 2013 | 04:20 PM CDT
Patent Picks—Bioactive Ginger, Coumarin, Heat Shock Proteins and More for Wellness Cosmetics
By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer
Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources in the cosmetics, personal care and peripheral markets. This edition features technologies related to wellness cosmetics, including ginger anti-inflammation, cyclic skin whitening, coumarin hair growth, an anti-cellulite beta-2 adrenergic receptor agonist, Heat Shock Protein inhibition and more.
Apr 15, 2013 | 08:44 AM CDT
Lucas Meyer Acquires Southern Cross Botanicals
Lucas Meyer Cosmetics has announced its acquisition of Southern Cross Botanicals, a leading supplier of Australian botanical ingredients.
Apr 12, 2013 | 02:01 PM CDT
Solvay Builds Specialty Surfactant Plant in Germany
Solvay plans to build a specialty surfactant plant in Genthin, Germany to serve its home, industrial and personal care customers in Central and Eastern Europe.
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.