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Section: Cosmetic Ingredients

The Henry Maso Keynote Lecture, moderated by COSA chair and vice chair Caryn Weiss, of Amway (left), and Paul Lawrence, Ph.D., of BioCogent (right), respectively, consisted of a conversation with Avantha Arachchi, of A Frame Brands (center) on the importance of inclusivity in products and internal teams.

DEI, Ethnic Hair, Adaptive Photoprotection, Temperature vs. Sunscreen Penetration, Post-procedural Care and More: SCC78 Day Three

Day three of the SCC78 Annual Scientific Meeting and Technology Showcase opened with the SCC Annual Awards Breakfast featuring the Henry Maso Keynote Lecture, which set the tone for one of the event's major themes: inclusivity. Here's a brief recap.

David Steinberg discussed preservatives and particularly, preservative regulations in the U.S., Canada and the EU; their usage in products; and how the outlook on preservatives impacted the cosmetic industry.

Midwest SCC Outlines Preservative Formulating and Regulations

At the May 2021 Midwest SCC virtual meeting, David Steinberg discussed preservatives; particularly regulations in the U.S., Canada and the EU, as well as their use in products and how the outlook on preservatives impacts the cosmetic industry.

After significant research and testing, Shin-etsu found that by utilizing silicone gels, the texture improved and the greasy feel was eliminated while emulsifiers, such as KF-6105, which the company described as the most critical, achieved stability.

Shin-Etsu Silicones Showcases L-Ascorbic Acid Formulating at the SCC76

After significant research and testing, Shin-Etsu found that by utilizing silicone gels, the texture of an anhydrous 10% L-ascorbic acid serum system improved and the greasy feel was eliminated while emulsifiers such as KF-6105 achieved stability.

Cordyceps militaris (pictured) is used as the substrate from which the active essence is fermented to create Bloomage Biotech's Bioyouth-FCM Cordyceps Militaris Ferment Filtrate.

Bloomage Highlights Hair Shield, Scalp Care and Fermented Anti-aging at SCC76

The Hyanutra-RH nourishing hair shield and Bioyouth-FCM anti-aging ingredient are based on ferment filtrates, and the Biobloom Microecobeauty ME-1/ME-2 scalp care ingredient takes a postbiotic approach.

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SCC Reaches 5,000 Member Milestone

The Society of Cosmetic Chemists, which focuses on serving educational and networking needs of cosmetic science professionals in North America, announced that it surpassed 5,000 members for the first time since its founding.

SCCP Assesses Tea Tree Oil

When exposed to air and heat, tea tree oil is prone to oxidation and yields epoxides and other oxidation products that contribute to its skin sensitizing potential.

NY SCC Suppliers’ Day: Show Highlights

Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine presents highlights from day one of the New York Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists Suppliers' Day, including technology launches for hair conditioning, PEG-free thickening, naturals, photostability and low heavy metal content-pigments, among other trends.

Product developers have incorporated these materials to restore lost functioning in skin after menopause due to estrogen deficiency.

Genistein Safe, Daidzein Inconclusive: SCCS Opinion

The European Commission's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) released its opinion on the safety of genistein and daidzein in terms of potential endocrine disruption.

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Firing Up the Cannabinoid Cosmetics Debate at SCC Annual

Cannabinoids have fired up great interest (and to some extent, alarm) from the cosmetics industry, both for their broad potential but also their regulatory status. During the recent SCC Annual Meeting, a few presenters shared what the science says about these potent actives.

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SCCS Concludes DHA is Safe for Hair Dyes

The SCCS released its opinion on dihydroxyacetone (DHA; 1,3-dihydroxy-2-propanone) at a plenary meeting held on March 4, 2020: the ingredient is safe for use as a hair coloring ingredient in leave-on treatments, and in self-tanning lotions and face creams.

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WFFC and SCC Reconnect With Their Natural Experiences

Members of the Chicago Women in Flavor & Fragrance Commerce (WFFC) and the Midwest Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) came together to break bread and network at “Creating Natural Experiences Through Fragrance,” a joint meeting on April 11.

Greener Chemistry Leads the SCC Charge in Charleston

The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) Annual Scientific Seminar, held May 3–June 1, 2012, was led with a charge for sustainability and greener chemistry.

NY SCC Suppliers' Day: Highlights from Day Two

Continuing its live report from the New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists (NY SCC) Suppliers' Day, Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine presents a few highlights from day two of the show, including color technology launches, naturals and preservatives, among others.

While the trend for natural and more eco-friendly ingredients at this year's show may come as no suprise, innovations launched in the color category—beyond just a new shade—are less common and therefore worth noting, especially considering the regulatory hurdles for which they are being designed to address. For instance, as reported on day one, Colipa is expected to release guidance suggesting that cosmetics contain less than 100 ppm heavy metal.

As Suppliers' Day 2011 closed, exibitors and attendees alike left feeling confident that the industry has survived the economic downturn, as evidenced by the continued innovative ingredient launches, which ensure an even better future.

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SCC Announces the Debut of the Green Star Award

The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) recently announced the new award that will be presented to the formulator who has done the most to accomplish green formulations during the past 12-month period.

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Adamson Features CBD Testing at CaliSCC Suppliers' Day

Adamson is offering a CBD screening special, and it will hold a drawing to win free testing services during the California SCC Suppliers' Day.

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Phytoestrogen or Superfood? Exploring the Evidence During SCC Annual

Phytoestrogens cause public alarm, as they are considered endocrine-disruptors, yet they are antioxidants and have other health benefits. Edwin Lephart, Ph.D., will address this matter of perspective during the Frontiers of Science Award Keynote Lecture at the SCC Annual Meeting.

SCC Tackles Claims Substantiation and Genetic Testing at Annual Meeting

At the Society of Cosmetic Chemists' (SCC) Annual Scientific Meeting and Technology Showcase, which took place on Dec. 12-13, 2013 at the New York Hilton, pertinent subjects were tackled, such as modern claims substantiation, nanomaterials, genetic testing and cosmetic dermatology.

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Clearing the Haze Around CBD Cosmetics at SCC Annual Meeting

CBD in cosmetics is a big mess, according to Victor Mencarelli, of the Hain Celestial Group. He and others tried to suss through it during the SCC Annual meeting this week in NYC.

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