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Fermentation Cosmetics: Bubbling Over With Innovation, Literally

While fermentation is perhaps best known for its application in food production, the process has gained interest from the cosmetics industry. This article briefly reviews recent examples of fermentation ingredients in cosmetics.

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IFSCC Presents the Effectiveness, Economic and Ecological Aspects of Cosmetics

After sudden flooding in Thailand postponed the initial 2012 International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) Conference date, the Society of Cosmetic Chemists in Thailand (SCCT) organized a successful event at Bangkok’s Dusit Thani Hotel on Dec. 12–14, 2011.

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Sustainable Ingredient Science: Amazonian Aguaje and Pequi Palm Oils

The food and nutrition supply chain is often the first entry for “super plants” from the Amazon to the market, but other applications are increasing, especially in personal care and cosmetics. The present article profiles two Amazonian palm oils, aguaje and pequi, in terms of their sustainability, chemistry and application.

One company interestingly touts the benefits of arnica 'for its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and calming effects, post-tattooing.'

Inside Ingredients: Arnica Montana

Arnica has bloomed as an all-around remedy for various skin ailments, from inflammation and pain, to healing effects. Its presence is a vibrant addition to the skin care landscape. Read on to learn more.

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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.

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6 New Trends in Cosmetic Technology

The topics described during in this conference session were but a sampling of innovation scattered throughout the in-cosmetics Global show floor. But their overall tone seemed to accurately reflect a larger future direction of the industry.

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Supplier Forum: Hair Repair on New Fronts

Many hairstyling techniques, the environment and more can cause hair damage. This month's Supplier Forum highlights emerging scientific concepts to repair and nourish the scalp and hair.

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Expert Opinions on Well Aging and Radiance: Pearl Skin, Fermented, Mood Enhancing, Longevity Focused, Bio-targeted, etc.

Innovators will have to dig deep to respond to consumers' longing for that youthful, radiant glow; whether through supplements, biological targets, mental wellness, etc. Beauty has been elevated beyond skin deep; perhaps even further than ever imagined.

Green Formulations: Not All Components Are Equal

In the consumer’s mind, a natural or green cosmetic is automatically safe; however, the safety, quality and efficacy of botanical ingredients used in formulations need to be carefully assessed. Stability is also an important issue. Current research is directing analyses of final formulations to evaluate not only their cosmetic raw materials, but also their active materials.

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Which Indie Beauty Formulas Will Take Home a C&T Allē in 2024?

Which indie formulas 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 inspiring Beauty Accelerate event. Following are the contenders...

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Targeting Zero Waste: How Beauty is Transitioning to a Circular Economy

The growing waste crisis is prompting changes across the beauty industry. Following are examples in ingredients, product forms, packaging and processing, with added insights from two waterless brands making waves in hair and skin care: AROVE and Onélogy.

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Sea Anemone Delivery of Collagen and γ-PGA for Anti-aging Benefits

The effective delivery of youth-preserving collagen and moisture remains a cosmetic Holy Grail. In response, this study describes a natural microinjection system based on the stinging cells of the Cnidaria sea anemone to effectively puncture the stratum corneum layer and deliver its content—both marine collagen and γ-PGA—into skin, offering a promising new class of solutions to age-old challenges.

Safflower oleosomes are of interest in part because the plant seeds uniquely contain a large amount of oil bodies and low water content, resulting in decreased hydrolytic properties and lower protein degradation. The high oil content also creates low surface tension, increasing the oleosome’s ability to act as an emulsifier.

How Safflower Oleosomes Combine Sustainability, Emulsifying Efficacy and Barrier Benefits

Sustainably sourced safflower oleosomes are explored here for their multifunctionality as natural emulsifiers and for barrier benefits. Tests for stability and TEWL, skin water content and thickness, and ceramide and fatty acid effects are described.

Sourcing and Using Maca and Suma Roots

In recent years, interest in sourcing plant roots as active ingredients for cosmetic use has grown tremendously. Roots such as maca and suma are rich in secondary metabolites and, as described here, can have specific actions on skin to increase its vitality and response to environmental stresses.

Nature-inspired Innovation

The intersection of R&D and consumer needs.

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Preserving Products Naturally: 'Non-chemical' Preservation Keeps Product Stable Sustainably

It’s a difficult time for chemical preservatives as consumers become more convinced that anything chemical can’t be good or harmless, let alone safe. Yet manufacturers still have to use some method to keep their products stable. Fortunately, a wide variety of natural preservation alternatives is available, many of which offer sustainable aspects.

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A Pretty Slick Trick—Hair Oils Offer Multifunctional Benefits

The use of hair oils is nothing new, but the formulas, extracts and technologies used to develop them have improved. This article explores the benefits of hair oils, some popular types and their known effects. It also highlights some modern formulations.

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Ingredient Profile: Lanolin and Plant-Based Alternatives for Natural Moisturization

Lanolin’s unique composition imparts excellent skin moisturization in body care, lip care and more. This paper reviews the composition, safety and benefits of lanolin along with plant-based alternatives to offer formulators natural moisturizer solutions.

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