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Johann W. Wiechers, Ph.D.

Words from Wiechers on 'Naturals'

In this installment of our Words from Wiechers series, the late Johann challenges us to question the concept of natural, as its meaning has become distorted.

Johann W. Wiechers, Ph.D.

Words from Wiechers: Sustainability Yes, But of What?

How well has our industry adopted sustainability? Find out what Tony O'Lenick and the late Johann Wiechers, Ph.D., think in this edition of our "Words from Wiechers" series.

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Words from Wiechers: High-resolution Resolutions

As we use terms that have scientific meaning, marketing meaning and common meaning, we will always be confused as to which meaning is in use. Read on to see what O'Lenick and Wiechers have to say about this.

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Beauty from the Ice

IceAwake™ is based on an extract of a bacteria which was isolated from the soil below a Swiss glacier. IceAwake™ rejuvenates skin that appears aged due to a hectic lifestyle.

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Deriving Renewable Squalane from Sugarcane

Commercial use of squalane has been constrained by an inconsistent supply and resulting price volatility, but modern biotechnology has been able to leverage enzyme-catalyzed chemical reactions found in nature coupled with traditional chemical processing steps to create a high-quality source of renewable squalane.

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Want MORE From Your Botanical Extracts?

Bio Component Research offers natural extracts that are scientifically designed for skin. BCR’s BioTransformation technology delivers skin-ready extracts by mimicking the natural conversion process that takes place in skin cells in order to absorb extracts.

Consumer Perspective—Skin Care From Nature

In Europe, the natural and organic cosmetics market has grown despite the economic downturn. Consumers are increasingly concerned about skin care ingredients they see as posing potential health risks, due in large part to media hype. This has led many to look for natural ingredients on product labels.

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Plant Oil Insight From the Skin's Perspective*

There is significant variability in plant oil compositions, and some oils can cause problems for impaired skin barriers. However, the right oils have been shown to benefit the right skin types, some of which are reviewed here.

Natural Preservation from Concepts in Nature

Chemical defense mechanisms used in the plant kingdom are the basis of natural antimicrobials with multifunctionality for preservation of cosmetic formulations. Two examples are organic acids and glyceryl monoesters.

Natural Preservation from Concepts in Nature

Chemical defense mechanisms used in the plant kingdom are the basis of natural antimicrobials with multifunctionality for preservation of cosmetic formulations. Two examples are organic acids and glyceryl monoesters.

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Biochemica® Matcha Green Tea Butter from Hallstar

Sustainable sourcing, natural wellness claims, the pleasing sensoriality of butter, and powerful antioxidant benefits—Biochemica® Matcha Green Tea Butter delivers a formulating home run.

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Sustainable and Upcycled Cocoa Butter Alternatives from ICSC

ICSC A/S offers sustainable and upcycled alternatives to cocoa butter with similar consistency, texture, sensory, stability and enhanced moisturization to replace or reduce cocoa butter in formulations with guaranteed supply and competitive prices.

Bruise Amelioration and Skin Benefits from Glycerin and Triglyceride

Ameliorating the appearance of bruises can be accomplished by combining glycerin and triglyceride in a skin care formulation that functions both as a humectant and occlusive agent, as described here.

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1000 Years of Lavender from Bulgaria to Berjé

Lavender has remained a crucial component of fragrance and beauty across countless civilizations. This article explores the flower’s history, from the bathhouses of Rome to the Rose Valley of Bulgaria.

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Sustainable Actives from ICSC’s Certified Precision Climate Farming

ICSC offers a range of sustainable active ingredients produced from plants grown in certified Precision Climate Farming facility in Denmark with zero chemicals, optimized level of actives, extracted with Greener Technology for efficacy and stability.

“This thorough collection provides professionals with invaluable knowledge from well-known experts.' Rachel Chapman Senior Editor, Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine

Naturals and Organics in Cosmetics: From R&D to the Marketplace

The world of naturals and organics is far-reaching, encompassing many aspects of personal care. In this informative collection of articles from Cosmetic & Toiletries magazine, well-known experts cover a variety of topics to create a solid foundation of knowledge about the naturals and organics industry.

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How to switch from synthetic to natural salicylic acid?

Discover a natural substitute to synthetic salicylic acid Givaudan Active Beauty launches Neosalyl™, a 100% pure salicylic acid to switch from synthetic to organic. Obtained by Green Fractionation (natural essential oil of Wintergreen plant), it brings all its benefits in dermo-purification for skin and shininess and anti-dandruff for hair care.

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Industry Insight: Sustainability from the Outside In, Putting Packaging First

Presented here is an interview with Beauty Kitchen UK's Jo-Anne (“Jo”) Chidley (JC). We asked her about the opportunities and the improvements needed for cosmetic sustainability in the future.

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