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Sourced from Ecuador, Praan Naturals Tagua Seed Powder is an environmentally responsible and natural alternative to synthetic exfoliants and whitening agents, per the company.

Praan Naturals Introduces Tagua Seed Powder to Natural Ingredient Portfolio

Sourced from Ecuador, Praan Naturals Tagua Seed Powder is an environmentally responsible and natural alternative to synthetic exfoliants and whitening agents, per the company.

Find out at our exclusive red carpet-style awards dinner, to be held on March 6, 2024, at the Biltmore in Los Angeles – alongside our captivating Beauty Accelerate event. Join us!

Which Cosmetic Actives Will Come Out on Top at the 2024 C&T Allēs?

Which actives will win C&T Allē Awards in 2024? Find out at our exclusive red carpet-style awards dinner on March 6, 2024, at the Biltmore in Los Angeles – alongside our captivating Beauty Accelerate event. Following are the contenders...

'Green is good but maybe not good enough. Future aspects will focus on more and additional aspects ... taking a look at the entire product lifecycle [and] looking at the entire value chain ...'

[video] Connecting the Value Chain for Next-level Sustainability

Moving sustainability to the next level will take reconnecting each link in the value chain to this greater purpose. In this sponsored video, Wolfgang Goertz, Ph.D., of Evonik, explains how; and how a new ingredient platform can help. Register to watch.

The technologies are designed to offer three ways to consume products in an eco-responsible way while keeping the same usage habits and adapting to everyone's lifestyle.

Nuwen to Debut 3 Powder Forms to Reduce Water Footprint During in-cos 2023

Nuwen, a France-based contract manufacturer, will reveal three powder innovations for hygiene products during in-cosmetics Global 2023.

While some (if not many) of these allegations may be unfounded or misguided, it underscores the critical role of safety and toxicity testing even under non-typical product use conditions.

Unilever, J&J, Olaplex and L'Oreal Still Treading Legal Waters Over Lilial, Benzene

Olaplex, Redken, OGX, Dove, Nexxus, Suave, Tigi and Tresemmé brands are still making headlines as they tread legal waters over alleged Lilial and benzene content. Following are recent updates.

Personal care leads the way as the projected fastest-growing application for biosurfactants. This emerges from consumer demand for body washes, lotions, hair products, acne treatments and more.

Glycolipids and Challenges Ahead for the Growing $1.2 M Biosurfactants Market

Personal care is projected to be the fastest-growing application in the US $1.2 billion biosurfactants market. There are challenges ahead, however, including finding vigorous production strains, cheaper substrates and nominal bioreactor technologies.

Biologically active substances with high commercial value, including oligosaccharides, exopolysaccharides, biosurfactants, enzymes, peptides and vitamins, are secreted by bacteria.

Microbes Convert Biodiesel Residuals to Lactic Acid, Boost $189 B Market

Work presented at the 2022 SINAFERM bioprocesses event describes the microbial production of lactic acid based on residual glycerin from biodiesel production. It's one example of the booming microbial products market, valued at ~US $189 billion in 2021.

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Why are Dermatologists Recommending Azelaic Acid? It’s the Unsung Hero!

Cosmetic acids offer versatility in formulation and can provide gentle exfoliation, brightening, help fight acne, etc. Azelaic acid is a favorite of dermatologists and is gaining popularity for its effectiveness and gentleness for all skin types.

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What if The Rules of Fighting Acne Have Changed?

What if the rules of fighting acne have changed? Dendriclear™ selectively targets acneic C. acnes strains to recover a healthier microbiome and reduce the appearance of acne lesions.

This iteration of Formulating on Trend dives into acne scarring and the ingredients that can help to prevent scarring and restore the skin. Also detailed are the types of acne and acne scarring.

Formulating on Trend: Acne Scarring — the Aftermath

This installment of Formulating on Trend dives into acne scarring and the ingredients that can help to prevent scarring and restore the skin. Also detailed are the types of acne and acne scarring.

SC Group's SpecPure BTS Saponins comprise pentacyclic triterpene saponins and glycoside compounds extracted from the seed of edible Camellia sinensis.

[with formula] SC Group Debuts C. Sinensis-derived SpecPure BTS Saponins

As a natural anionic surfactant, the product applies in hair and skin rinse-off and leave-on products; oral care; feminine hygiene; fruit and vegetable cleasing; and more. Read on for a sample oral care formula.

Industry leaders share their opinions on various methods of acne care development.

Expert Opinions: Compromised Skin Care—Imperfections, Resilience, Natural and Vegan, Skin Defense, Biology and More

Considering the dynamics of today’s market for compromised skin care, we asked industry experts to weigh in on current and future drivers and trends. Following are their insights.

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Green & Sustainable Deo: sweat control formulations with 0% aluminum salts

Roll-on & sticks formulations developed with Olivoil—vegetable derived emulsifier sourced through food upcycling—and DEOHAP (Biomimetic HAP mineral)

The treatment gently 'buffs away dullness and dryness,' leaving skin feeling softer, smoother and refreshed.

Malin + Goetz Rolls Out Jojoba Face Scrub

The product's biodegradable jojoba microbeads are blended with natural rice powders to physically exfoliate the skin.

Conopco inventors have identified a specific balance of soap ingredients that exhibits better bloom (perfume impact) and better deposition of actives than conventional soap bars.

Patent Pick: Conopco Soap Bar Enhances Active Delivery, Fragrance Impact

A recent patent disclosure from Conopco reveals oleate and ricinoleate are key to enhancing the delivery of actives and fragrance bloom from bar soap.

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SYMPARE Methyl Ester Sulfonates (MES) Curated for Personal Care: The perfect balance between product performance and naturality

Improve your sustainability profile with KLK OLEO’s SYMPARE Methyl Ester Sulphonates (MES) - a sulphate-free anionic surfactant naturally made from plant source for the personal care categories.

The refining neutralization process of avocado oil produces soap stock that consists mainly of free fatty acids, glycerides, glycerophospholipids and water; it is recycled into soaps.

Westfalia Refines Avocado Waste for Soaps, Wax and Biofuel

Three projects at Westfalia's fruit processing plant in South Africa’s Kwa Zulu Natal province to refine avocado waste for industrial applications support sustainability efforts while helping local communities.

The ingredient reportedly provides formulators an easy-to-use, sulfate-free, drop-in solution for opacifying eco-conscious hair and body care applications.

Clariant Reveals Plastic-free, Sensorial Plantasens OP 95 Opacifier

Plantasens OP 95 is a microplastic-free ingredient that delivers powerful opacifying performance at low concentrations and imparts a creamy white appearance.

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