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Symrise Awarded for Innovation by SEPAWA

Symrise’s multifunctional stabilizer SymSave H (INCI: Hydroxyacetophenone), launched in July 2013, was awarded the SEPAWA association's Innovation Award 2013 during the group's recent event, held in Fulda, Germany.

MelanoGray is a sustainable active that reduces the quantity of gray hair in both men and women.

Mibelle Biochemistry Makes Anti-graying Active MelanoGray

MelanoGray is a sustainable active that reduces the quantity of gray hair in both men and women.

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[video] Burt’s Bees Gives Lip Balm a Turmeric Twist

In a recent interview with Hemali Gunt, Ph.D., head of clinical scientific affairs at Burt’s Bees, we learned how and why the company incorporated turmeric in a recent lip balm launch.

In vivo efficacy tests demonstrated that Sculpup increases bust and buttock circumference.

Provital Sculpts the Body with Sculpup

Sculpup is made from "smart" proadipogenic blackberry that is said to broaden the capabilities of body volumizers.

The silver ear mushroom (pictured) has been cherished in Asian cultures for centuries due to its hydrating and rejuvenating properties.

Integrity Ingredients Launches IntegriMoist Silver Ear Mushroom Powder Extract for Skin Care

The silver ear mushroom has been cherished in Asian cultures for centuries due to its hydrating and rejuvenating properties.

BASF's Oximony comprises an extract of Lysimachia christinae that is FairWild certified.

BASF Unveils Oximony: An Ingredient for Skin Longevity and Radiance

A 0.25% concentration of the ingredient of the ingredient applied to Chinese volunteers showing common signs of aging showed a 28% improvement in skin fatigue appearance within two weeks of application.

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Read the Label: Mádara Birch Algae Balancing Face Soap

This “energizing” soap is designed to thoroughly yet gently clean the skin while providing balance.

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Read the Label: Vichy Liftactiv Vitamin C Skin Brightening Corrector

After 10 days of product application, skin's complexion is said to look brighter and more even. This column will review the ingredient listing for claims substantiation and functionality.

Corn, Soybean and Flaxseed Extract for Skin Protection

At In-Cosmetics in Milan, International Specialty Products (ISP) will introduce three vegetable-derived skin care ingredients that have been added to the Natriance line.

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Native Extracts x Nutrafruit Reveal ‘Royal’ Natural Active: Queen Garnet

Native Extracts and Nutrafruit have partnered to deliver a topical extract and nutricosmetic that are Japanese plum-based.

Royal jelly is very good for the skin and the immune system. It's packed with organic acids, proteins and special enzymes.

Bee-based Beauty for Skin Health and Immunity

Bees have been busy carrying on alongside us for millennia. The Ancients used their products for food, medicine and more. Here, Asli Samanci, Ph.D., managing partner at Bee & You SBS Americas, Inc., explored with us the benefits of bee products for skin.

The claims behind this product include a reduction of eye contour pigmentation and of puffiness. The product is a water-based eye serum with a high percentage of caffeine and EGCG.

Read the Label: The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG

This Read the Label looks at psychodermatology, with a focus on tired skin. The product under review is The Ordinary’s Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG.

Antiaging, Rosacea Benefits of Date Palm

At In-Cosmetics in Paris, IBR Ltd. will debut a date palm extract designed to fight aging and provide relief for rosacea.

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Celltice Confirmed to Control Sebum, Protect Skin

Previously highlighted for its petro-free, self-emulsifying status, Renmatix’s Celltice active has now been shown in vivo to control sebum and protect against free radicals.

The actives improve nighttime skin recovery by acting with a dual mechanism of action targeting the improvement of sleep quality while having a direct topical action.

Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by IFF to Launch Nighttime Skin Care Ingredients at in-cos Global

The actives improve nighttime skin recovery by acting with a dual mechanism of action targeting the improvement of sleep quality while having a direct topical action.

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IGK's Trust Issues Instant Scalp Rebalancing Treatment

Apple cider vinegar, yuzu lemon and time-release technology are included in this spray in order to soothe and moisturize itchy and irritated scalps.

Defending Skin from Free Radicals with Myrtle

It is well known that free radicals lead to premature skin, and Silab has sourced myrtle to reinforces skin protection by stimulating the skin's defenses against free radicals.

Inhibiting Melanin Synthesis of B16V Cells to Whiten Skin

Spec-Chem Industry Inc. has introduced an antioxidative ingredient that increases skin elasticity and whitens skin by inhibiting the melanin synthesis of B16V cells.