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Greentech Launches Soft Butter Line for Sensory, Emulsification and Skin Benefit

Greentech has launched a range of 3-in-1 actives that emulsify, consistute the oily phase and improve biological activity. GreenSofts combine the properties of soft butters with sensory and auto-emulsion capacities.

Vegetable-derived, mild and sustainable skin cleansing ingredients are in demand, and this has led to the development of new detergent structures.

Testing and Developing a Sugar-derived Surfactant Blend for Delicate Skin

Vegetable-derived, mild and sustainable skin cleansing ingredients are in demand, and this has led to the development of new detergent structures. Described here is a combination of two mild surfactants that fulfils these requirements using the concept of “interrupted soap” to impart mildness. Studies to verify the functional, sensorial and mild characteristics of the new blend are detailed.

BASF Partners with GIZ and Cargill for Sustainable Coconut Oil

BASF and Cargill have partnered with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH to develop a certified coconut oil supply chain to enhance sustainability and improve the livelihoods of 2,500 coconut growers in the Philippines.

Hydrophobically Modified Inulin: A Novel Polymeric Surfactant and Emulsion Stabilizer

After a short introduction illustrating the basic principles for steric stabilization by polymeric surfactants, the authors describe a novel polymeric surfactant that consists of hydrophobically modified inulin and demonstrate that it is an effective stabilizer for O/W emulsions, suspensions, nano-emulsions and multiple emulsions.

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SYMPARE MES: 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.

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Surfactant-free, Non-phototoxic, Creamy, Foaming and More: 'Cleansing' in the Literature

Anti-pollution care has been on the upswing. Along with this, consumers are now focused on cleansing and hygiene. This brief literature review highlights recent research in skin and hair cleansing; from photoxic concerns and foaming, to thickening and natural, surfactant-free formulating.

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.

Patent Picks—Electricity for Acne, Microvesicle Moisture, Anchoring Films and More

Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition highlights patents for skin care applications.

Patent Picks—Oxygenation, Self-heating, Anti-stress and More in Cleansing

Chosen biweekly for their relevance to personal care, Patent Picks are taken from publicly available sources. This edition features patents related to cleansing.

SpecKare CB by Spec Chem Group is a multifunctional ingredient with fungicide and preservative characteristics for various personal care products as well as antistatic benefits for hair.

Quaternary Care for Preservation and Hair: Spec Chem’s SpecKare CB

SpecKare CB by Spec Chem Group is a multifunctional ingredient with fungicide and preservative characteristics for various personal care products as well as antistatic benefits for hair.

For healthy skin, cleansing is key but there is no guarantee a pH-balanced formula benefits skin. Here, additional factors such as application condition and ingredient interactions, sensory perception and overall health are discussed.

Not Only pH: How Cleansing Ingredients and Application Affect Skin

For healthy skin, cleansing is key but there is no guarantee a pH-balanced formula benefits skin. Here, additional factors such as application condition and ingredient interactions, sensory perception and overall health are discussed.

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Technical Theories and Tools to Leverage Polyol Properties for Smarter Makeup Remover Design

This article describes tools such as organic conceptual diagrams, Hansen solubility parameters and alcohol classes to study polyol dynamics for smarter makeup remover design. Effects on CMC, cloud point and other functional benefits are also considered.

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Formulated for Fame? Beauty Marketers and Manufacturers: Submit to the 2026 C&T Allēs

Beauty marketers and manufacturers: Submit your finished formulas to the 2026 C&T Allē Awards! Indie, mass and prestige products for anti-aging, skin care, wellness, hair care, sun protection, etc., will gain formulating fame for their innovative design.

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[video] Evonik Transforms Sustainable Production, Delves into Anti-aging, Hair Care and Microbiome

Omitting critical natural raw materials was the driver behind Evonik's award-winning Rheance Glycolipids product. Plus, the company designed new actives for skin whitening and tightening, and hair and microbiome care. This video interview, from in-cosmetics Global, explains. Watch now!

Comparatively Speaking: Silicone Anionics and Cationics vs. Soft Complex for Hair Care

The presence of ionic groups affects silicone in an analogous way to how ionic groups affect fatty surfactants. Here, Tony O'Lenick explains how molecular modifications to silicones can result in ionic complexes that are soluble in water and compatible with each other.

Inolex’s Lexgard Natural MHG MB is a multifunctional ingredient that can preserve products, control odor and impart anti-soaping properties in emulsions, as shown in a video.

[video] Inolex’s Lexgard Natural MHG MB Preserves, Controls Odor and Prevents Soaping

Inolex’s Lexgard Natural MHG MB is a multifunctional ingredient that can preserve products, control odor and impart anti-soaping properties in emulsions, as shown in a video.

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Pop the Cork: Quercus suber for Naturally Sourced Antioxidants and Emulsion Stability

Consumers demand better and more sustainable alternatives. Further, some bioactive ingredients register greater biocompatibility. This has driven the industry to search for plant-derived compounds with biological activity. Quercus suber L., or cork oak, is shown here to provide an interesting option.

Assessa's Zinbloq reportedly protects hair from environmental damage and oxidative stress.

Rita Corporation Showcases Innovative Hair Defense, Stable Vitamin C and Sustainable Surfactants

Ritafactants are biobased surfactants made from renewable raw materials, designed to deliver effective and eco-friendly solutions for personal care and household products.

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