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After Sun Souffle, BASF
BASF’s After Sun Souffle formula is a soothing and moisturizing formulation, designed to pamper the skin after a long day under the sun. Its unique blend of naturally derived biopolymers, Verdessence Glucomannan and Verdessence Xanthan, combined with soft skin feel emollient Cetiol C 5, creates a luxuriously soft and fluffy texture that feels playful and nourishing, per the company. Enriched with BASF’s skin care actives Hydrasensyl Glucan Green and Lys’Sun, the souffle formula reportedly delivers extra hydration and soothing benefits to the skin. Lastly, Emulgade Verde 10 MS serves as the primary o/w emulsifier and provides a “light and delightful” skin experience.
Foam in the Sun Organic Sunscreen, DeWolf Chemical, an Azelis Company
Foam in the Sun Organic Sunscreen provides an SPF 25 broad spectrum protection for face and body without the use of aerosol or BOV (bag on valve) packaging. This stable, low viscosity emulsion reportedly does not require shaking and offers good foam stability and spreadability to ensure consistent application. With its unique texture, zero white cast, excellent skin feel and quick dry-down time, it is described as an ideal solution for all, including the deepest of skin tones and children. Per the company, Foam in the Sun Organic Sunscreen makes sun protection approachable, fun and convenient and breaks the barrier of everyday use.
Hair and Body Serum Jellies, Presperse Corp.
Presperse’s solid body and hair serum jellies are intended for single-dose application and designed to leave skin and hair feeling irresistibly soft and supple. Infused with the company’s Arcopearl Sparkle collection, the jellies add a radiant shimmer and lustrous light to the body and tresses, enhancing the wearer’s natural glow. The unique solid jelly format not only offers a fun and convenient application, but also benefits from the superior oil thickening properties of EstoGel Max and EstoGel M. These ingredients ensure a smooth, non-greasy finish, making the serum easy to apply and highly effective in delivering hydration and shine to skin and hair, the company reports.
Hand Savior Ointment, Vantage Personal Care
This Hand Savior Ointment is a protective hand ointment with softening and moisturizing properties thanks to the sensitive skin-friendly combination of Liponate Jojoba 20 and Biosignal Lipid 10. It is also formulated with Presperse’s Strataphix antioxidant technology to help reduce the appearance of UV-induced age spots and texture. Having less than 20% water content, this ointment is highly nourishing yet leaves a fresh sensation on skin and doesn't impart a greasy feel. The formulation was designed by surveying 2,500 U.S. consumers to better understand preferences and needs across each generation.
MicroSperse Mineral Mist SPF 50+, Leading Edge Innovations
The MicroSperse Mineral Mist SPF 50+ is an emulsifier-free, BOV sprayable, patented mineral sunscreen offering SPF 50+ protection. Per Leading Edge Innovations, unlike typical BOV sunscreens that use organic UV filter systems, this unique formulation uses zinc oxide for mineral protection. The MicroSperse technology ensures a finer dispersion of hydrophobic ingredients, making the sunscreen lightweight and easy to apply. The result? A satin-like finish that feels luxurious on skin, without the dreaded white cast typically associated with mineral sunscreens.
Hydra-Repairing Serum Stick, Vantage Personal Care
This portable stick emulsion is designed to sooth and soften dry skin from head to toe with a silky, soft texture. The formula is infused with BP-Triluronic Acid A, a three molecular weight fraction of hyaluronic acid for 360 hydration of skin, and BP-Botanidew NMF, which reinforces the primary function of the skin’s NMF. Suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive skin, the product is formulated without silicone and without compromising a comfortable glide thanks to the combination of natural Jeechem NDA alkanes and natural jojoba esters. The formulation was designed by surveying 2,500 U.S. consumers to better understand preferences and needs across each generation.
Smooth Glider Clear Deodorant, Inolex
This clear gel deodorant stick can be “applied and dried,” elevating the user’s daily routine with a touch of luxury and efficacy. Per Inolex, the formula provides a smooth glide and a unique powdery soft touch. With the blend of LexFeel WOW DT and SustOleo TL, the formula is said embrace the motto of “applied and dried,” offering the premium experience of swift absorption for a dry yet moisturized underarm sensation, without the need for silicones. The product reportedly combats odors effortlessly with Lexgard MHG Natural MB while imparting the skin-safe, soft, cushiony film created by LexFeel 700 MB to trap odors effectively.
Soothing Ingrown Hair Treatment, Ross Organic, an Azelis Company
This multipurpose roll-on ingrown hair treatment delivers targeted, mess-free relief. Per Ross Organic, an Azelis Company, it absorbs quickly, clearing out pores to soothe and improve visual imperfections. Suitable for intimate regions, underarms, face, scalp and legs, it uniquely treats infections caused by ingrown hairs while also slowing new hair growth with continued use for smoother skin. Aligning with psychodermatology, it also reduces discomfort and subsequent psychological distress like anxiety and self-consciousness. Positioned in the beauty category rather than medical, it feels less like a treatment and more like a post-cleanse step in a daily ritual, yet still delivers efficacious results, per the company.
About the C&T Allēs
The C&T Allē Awards, presented by C&T and parent company Allured Business Media, bring behind-the-scenes ingenuity in cosmetics and personal care R&D into the spotlight. The Allēs honor the scientific discipline, formulating skills, resourcefulness and creativity of innovators throughout the cosmetic product development process — from ingredient suppliers and finished product manufacturers, to test method/tool designers, digital tech developers and more. Learn more at www.AlleAwards.com.
