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Kao Finds Hands Hold Lactic Acid-based Defense Against Microbes

Kao researchers have uncovered innate lactic-acid based defenses in hand sweat that protect some individuals better than others against bacteria and viruses such as the common cold and influenza.

Genomatica has launched a sustainability impact calculator to help companies reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and replace petroleum-derived butylene glycol with the company’s Brontide natural butylene glycol.

Genomatica Presents Sustainability Impact Calculator and Petroleum Alternative

Genomatica has launched a sustainability impact calculator to help companies reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and replace petroleum-derived butylene glycol with the company’s Brontide natural butylene glycol.

Down Under Enterprises has updated and relaunched its eucalyptus oil—now known as Eucalyptus Kochii Oil.

Down Under Enterprises Updates, Relaunches Eucalyptus Oil

Down Under Enterprises has updated and relaunched its eucalyptus oil—now known as Eucalyptus Kochii Oil, to support the cosmetic market demand for eucalyptus oil.

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BASF’s Lipofructyl Argan Awarded Ecocert, Fair for Life Label

BASF’s Lipofructyl Argan active was awarded the “Fair for Life” Fair Trade label by Ecocert thanks to the company’s Argan Program, which promotes ethical sourcing and a sustainable supply chain for argan oil.

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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I’m Outside Launches Forest Bathing in a Bottle

According to the brand, the face and body mist gives users a mood, immunity and microbiome boost similar to what they would get from being outdoors.

DSM has released updated studies on its multifunctional organic prebiotic bioactive, Alpaflor Alp-Sebum CB, to combat oily skin, enlarged pores and sensitive and acne-prone skin.

DSM’s Alpaflor Alp-Sebum CB Prebiotic Balances Oily Skin

DSM has released updated studies on its multifunctional organic prebiotic bioactive, Alpaflor Alp-Sebum CB, to combat oily skin, enlarged pores and sensitive and acne-prone skin.

Untamed Humans offers a Customized Facial Moisturizer and Customized Facial Cleanser

Untamed Humans' Individualized Skin Care

Customers create their personalized formulas by taking a skin quiz.

Silab has developed Erisium as an anti-aging active that maintains cellular proteostasis.

Silab’s Erisium Maintains Skin Proteostasis on a Cellular Level

Silab’s latest anti-aging active, Erisium, maintains protein balance in cutaneous cells for an anti-wrinkle and radiance-boosting effect.

The anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties of bakuchiol, a natural and gentler alternative to retinol, were demonstrated in skin, as was the efficacy of a natural turmeric lip balm.

Burt's Bees Proves Bakuchiol's Retinol-like and Turmeric's Anti-inflammatory Effects

Burt's Bees presented research during the virtual Integrative Dermatology Symposium proving bakuchiol's retinol-like activities for aging and sensitive skin, and turmeric's anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits for lip care.

Microbes occupying hostile environments such as the semi-arid Caatinga domain in Brazil represent an interesting source for cosmetic-relevant carotenoids.

Extremophilic Microbes Produce Antioxidative, Photoprotective Carotenoids

A paper published in Scientific Research reviews the characteristics and application, including anti-UV effects, of carotenoids sourced from extremophilic microorganisms.

RetroFuture formulations support consumers seeking a more mindful, environmentally-considerate approach to self-care and beauty regimes that will deliver skin care results. (Photo: Clariant)

Clariant’s RetroFuture Reinvents 3 Traditional Skin Formulations

Clariant Active Ingredients has unveiled RetroFuture, three traditional skin care formulations updated for today’s consumer needs.

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Hugh & Grace Launch Skin Care Line

The skin care line is pregnancy safe, vegan, cruelty free and plant-based.

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[podcast] What it Means to Be 'Clean' in Beauty

What facets of "clean" beauty are must-haves to consumers? And how do you translate those into formulations? Tina Hedges, CEO and Founder of LOLI Beauty Inc., explains in the following podcast. Listen now; it's free.

To pair with its hair growth supplements, Nutrafol has released its first topical product, the Hair Growth Serum.

Nutrafol’s First Topical: Hair Growth Serum

To pair with its hair growth supplements, Nutrafol has released its first topical product, the Hair Growth Serum. The leave-in formula features a natural and botanical blend to prevent hair loss and promote healthy hair.

During the Midwest SCC meeting in November, Amanda Rountree, R&D chemist for PLZ Aeroscience Corp., discussed BOV aerosols versus traditional aerosols.

Midwest SCC Meeting Recap: BOVs, Calcium OSA and More

During the Midwest SCC November meeting, virtual presentations were given pertaining to bag on valve aerosols (BOVs); tips on joining the cosmetic industry; and using calcium octenylsuccinate (OSA) to formulate sunscreens. Officer installations for 2021 also were announced, as was the Stanley Allured award recipient.

Mibelle Biochemistry has been recognized for the Frost & Sullivan 2020 Global Company of the Year Award.

Mibelle Biochemistry Wins Frost & Sullivan's 2020 Global Company of the Year

Mibelle Biochemistry has been recognized with the Frost & Sullivan 2020 Global Company of the Year Award due to the company's active ingredient product lines that meet consumer expectations of quality, performance and sustainability in the personal care market.

Acnesium by Silab is a purified natural active ingredient from pomegranates.

Silab’s Acnesium Limits C. acne, Promotes Healthy Skin

Acnesium by Silab is a purified natural active ingredient that prevents the clinical signs of slight to moderate acne, as shown in vitro and in vivo.