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Formulating Aids
Formulating Basics
Berg+Schmidt Charts a Course for Formulators with Texture & Sensory Compass
The digital tool categorizes formulation types, from milk to cream and butter, while linking them to corresponding sensory profiles.
Formulating Aids
Seqens Debuts AdvensProtect OE Green 100% Biobased Multifunctional
Cleansing
Rita Corporation Showcases Innovative Hair Defense, Stable Vitamin C and Sustainable Surfactants
Latest
Actives
Scaling Bio-based Innovation: How Startups are Commercializing Next-Gen Cosmetic Ingredients
The present article reviews several emerging bio-based ingredient innovations, including their chemistries, limitations and applications. It especially focuses on novel biosurfactants and bio-based emollients and oils.
Sponsored
Saving R&D's Sanity While Meeting Today's Consumer Numerous Expectations: The Adaptive Aesthetic Approach
A unique palette of 15 bases was developed to present a comprehensive range of textures, from serums, to lotions, to creams to choose from. Four different emulsifiers with specific targeted specs towards naturality were used to create these varied textures.
Event Coverage
7 Hot Topics in Cosmetics R&D from NYSCC Suppliers' Day 2025
This year’s show spotlighted a blend of science and emotion, with a notable emphasis on the mind-skin connection, biodegradable innovation and performance + experience.
Actives
EMD Electronics Launches Rebrand as Susonity, Highlighted at NYSCC 2025
EMD Electronics, the US entity of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, has announced the launch of its brand as Susonity. The brand includes effect pigments, UV filters, DHA, functional fillers and skin care actives.
Formulating Aids
Eastman Debuts Esmeri CC1N10 Cellulose Ester Micropowder During NYSCC Suppliers' Day
The microplastic-free cellulose ester micropowder is applicable in lipsticks, foundations and pressed powders, where it reportedly demonstrates good compressibility.
Companies
Evident Ingredients Taps Black Label Ingredients for Exclusive U.S. Distribution
The partnership gives BLI rights to distribute Evident’s Evicide and Evicare lines across the United States.
Natural/Sustainable
Momentive Unveils Harmonie NatuVel 100% Biobased Elastomer Gel for Clean Skin, Sun and Color Formulas
“We aimed for a 100% naturally derived solution that could perform on par with silicone elastomer gels and that is what we are showcasing.”
Hair Care
Capsum, Curie Co. and P2 Science Collaborate on Dualité Molécul’hair Two-phase Hair Treatment
Capsum's dual-phase delivery technology allows the two formulas to be stored and dispensed side-by-side together without the need for a plastic chamber partition.
Formulating Aids
Nouryon Introduces Three Innovations to Elevate Sustainable Hair Styling, Skin/Hair Care
Structure Silk is a starch-derived rheology modifier, Armocare Aqua 12 is non-quarternary hair conditioner and Demeon ReNu 100 is a renewable propellant.
Actives
Skin Care Gets Smarter: Exploring Advanced Ingredient Technologies
Here we explore some of the most advanced ingredients in skin care and how they are revolutionizing the industry. With advances in technology, manufacturers and brands can design products and formulas that adjust to the skin’s unique needs.
Event Coverage
2026
C&T Allē Awards
Portal is Open — Beauty Innovation Abounds: Show Us Your Stuff
With beauty innovation abuzz, especially around spring trade shows,
Cosmetics & Toiletries
is excited to open the 2026
Allē Awards
submission portal. Show us what you've got!
