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Cosphatec Presents Corn Ferment-derived Palm-free Diol

The ingredient is designed for product developers seeking alternatives to petrochemical or palm oil-derived ingredients.

The carmine-free solution allows brands to avoid perhaps unwanted scrutiny for carmine's insect sourcing, which has led to inflammatory consumer press headlines like 'Why you may have been eating insects your whole life.'

Eckart Unveils Carmine-free Syncrystal Very Berry for Pink or Violet Cosmetic Colors

Syncrystal Very Berry comprises pure synthetic fluorphlogopite flakes, which are responsible for the soft feel, vibrant color and extremely high purity.

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Quimivita's Exfowind Tagua Supports Natural Exfoliation and Social Progress

Upcycled from the seeds of tagua palm or "white ivory," Exfowind Tagua offers a sustainable and renewable alternative to synthetic exfoliants while supporting rural communities in Latin America.

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TRI-K's TRIsol KCP: A Cleaner, High-performance Emulsifier for Sunscreens, Cosmetics and Skin Care

The emulsifier was developed using TRI-K's patent-pending solvent-free manufacturing method, contributing to environmentally responsible formulations. The ingredient also maintains efficacy and stability, and can boost SPF by 19%.

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OnScent Debuts Acerola Cherry Ferment to Inhibit Glycation, ROS for Skin and Hair

At both the 2024 SCC Annual Scientific Meeting in L.A. and Cosmoprof 2025 in Miami, OnScent's natural cosmetics division, Premier Naturals, debuted its Acerola Cherry Ferment, applying the benefits of the superfruit for topical skin and hair benefits.

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Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether to Enhance Pigment Wetting, Preservation in Cosmetics, Sunscreens

Caprylyl glyceryl ether is a natural multifunctional emollient with previously demonstrated preservative-boosting effects. More recently, its pigment wetting and dispersion properties for color cosmetics and sunscreens also were identified, as shown here.

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BASF Unveils Climate-adaptive Formula Concepts at Cosmet'Agora

Driven by innovations in sustainability, transparency and science, the company presented formula concepts to address the impacts of climate change — i.e., varying humidity, temperature shifts and intensified UV exposure.

The innovation provides a sustainable, high-performance delivery system that addresses growing consumer demands for eco-friendly solutions.

Spray-Tek Secures Patent for Biodegradable Microencapsulation Technology

The patented process modifies natural biopolymers to create durable core/shell microcapsules with low permeability for higher biodegradability.

Event attendees will discover how plant endophytes serve as a sustainable and effective source for creating new natural active ingredients—pushing the boundaries beyond traditional ferments in beauty to deliver innovative ecosystem-based ingredients.

How Plant Endophytes & Biotech Are Creating New Natural Active Beauty Ingredients

"More and more brands are seeing the benefits of using lab grown ingredients ... to elevate formulas and help blend the best of science, tech and nature," Mintel reported last year.

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Microalgal Bio-retinoid: A Retinol Alternative to Gently Rewind Signs of Photoaging

This article compares the efficacy of a bio-retinoid from microalga with that of retinol and bakuchiol to reverse signs of photoaging in vitro. Its efficacy, safety and skin-soothing effects vs. retinol and bakuchiol are also explored in clinical trials.

Based on superfood ingredients, the Taliah Waajid's Green Apple & Aloe nutritive hair care regimen was created to enhance medium to tight curls.

Product Spotlight: Taliah Waajid Green Apple & Aloe Leave-in Conditioner

Imparting a sense of moisture helps textured hair feel softer and decreases damage; Taliah Waajid's Green Apple & Aloe Leave-in Conditioner provides such.

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10 Trends in Beauty: K-Beauty, Mixsoon Bean Ferment, Forge, Tallow Skin Care for Men, Spate's 2025 Predictions...

C&T's Consumer Pulse report on the socials uncovers emerging searches and hashtags related to cosmetics. Here, we expand on those themes. This edition includes: Mixsoon's K-Beauty Bean Ferment, Forge's Tallow skin care for men, Spate's 2025 predictions...

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Formula Focus: Nourishing and Repairing Hair Mask

This hair mask features avocado oil to give hair a velvety, silky feel as well as murumuru butter to impart shine.

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Seppic Advances Fermentation Biotechnologies with New U.S. Laboratory

Seppic has unveiled a state-of-the-art fermentation biotechnology laboratory at Air Liquide’s Innovation Campus in Delaware, enhancing its R&D capabilities in sustainable cosmetics and health ingredients.

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BASF Achieves Cosmetic Ingredient Notification for Symbiocell in China

The ingredient was developed in response to growing consumer demand for sensitive skin care solutions, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Brenntag, Cambrium Collab to Launch NovaColl Vegan Collagen in European Markets

This collaboration combines Brenntag’s market expertise in ingredient distribution with Cambrium’s biotechnology approach, which integrates artificial intelligence (AI) and precision fermentation.

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Jojoba Desert Addresses Supply Chain Challenges with Sustainability-focused Solutions

“These solutions are designed not just to help our customers control costs, but also to contribute meaningfully to sustainability efforts that benefit our planet.”

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Editor's Note: Reimagining Beauty

Reimagining beauty will be key to success for 2025 as consumers seek efficacy, precision solutions, sustainability, etc. This issue presents ideas to support this; from ultrafine bubbles and phage therapy, to aqueous propolis, barrier care and more.