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[video] Natural Preservatives and the Microbiome

How might topical cosmetic preservatives influence one's microbiome? Here, Anna Crovetto, of Active Microtechnologies, describes research on this subject, presented during the latest IFSCC Congress.

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Cosphatec Preservative Blend Won't Get Under Sensitive Skin

The versatile blend combines multifunctional ingredients to create self-preserving formulations, including those for sensitive skin.

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Active Packaging Debuts at IFSCC 2018

Packing serves many functions, the latest of which is antimicrobial efficacy. Milica Stevic, of the London College of Fashion, explained further during the IFSCC 2018 Congress.

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Are Natural Cosmetics Still Relevant?

Today's consumers are demanding increased ingredient transparency, a factor that helps to drive the naturals sector. Click through for an exclusive Q&A on the mechanics of natural cosmetics.

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Top Green Preservatives Awarded

Forty-eight innovators participated in the Green Chemistry and Commerce Council's green preservative challenge, but only seven came out on top.

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SGS Makes Disruptor Detection Easy

Finished formulas no longer need the full lab workup to confirm the presence or absence of estrogenic disruptors.

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Emollient D4, D5 Alternative? Look to Lanxess

Lanxess Distribution's isoparaffin series applies to a variety of applications; one of which is as a replacement for D4 and D5, which are under the regulatory lens.

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Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol and Both: Exploring Toxicity

This study underlines the significance of variations in the safety and efficacy of individual and combined preservative systems. It also reiterates the strategy of leveraging the right preservatives and levels for given formulation designs.

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The Preservative Challenge: Free Ebook

Contaminants, stability, product spoilage and microbial growth are real threats to consumer safety, a company’s reputation and the bottom line. As such, Cosmetics & Toiletries offers this free ebook, sponsored by schülke, for formulation guidance. Download it today!

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[video] News and Insights: Naturals, Youth Personal Care and Wellness

Another week in the books—are you caught up on your cosmetic R&D news? Watch this week's recap video for our take on the latest in personal care, including top summer trends, anti-aging innovations and natural strategies.

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California Baby to Reformulate with Nature-derived Preservatives Developed In-house

Children's personal care brand California Baby announced plans to reformulate its products starting in September 2018. This move will enhance the company's offerings with nature-derived preservatives developed in-house.

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Caprylyl Glycol: A Versatile Material to Boost Preservatives

As consumers become more decidedly "anti-preservative," formulators are faced with the need for versatile preservation systems. Caprylyl glycol's flexible nature allows it to be incorporated into a variety of formats while serving consumer needs.

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Is Your Microbiology Lab FDA-compliant? Part II: Cultures, Growth Media, Reagents and Testing

This two-part article provides an overview of areas relevant to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) inspection of cosmetic microbiology laboratories. Part 1 covered personnel, facilities and equipment, test materials and procedures, and documentation. Part 2 addresses microbial cultures and growth media, biochemical reagents, test procedures and more.

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Pilot Chemical Company’s Calsoft AOS-40 BZ

Preserved with benzoic acid, this solvent- and VOC-free ingredient produces sulfate-free personal cleansers with high foam action.

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[video] Broad-spectrum, CPC-based Preservatives

Vertellus recently highlighted its Freshstat preservatives, which are based on CPC, a trusted ingredient in oral care. Learn more from this video.

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Crucial Considerations for Natural Preservation

While there's some room for interpreting what natural means, at the end of the day, cosmetic formulators have a marketing brief to meet. They also have a safety standard to meet, in so far as preserving the integrity of the product.

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7 Steps for Product Protection

Consumers increasingly have negative opinions about preservatives in personal care. The formulation process can address these perceptions if preservation is considered early and throughout the stages of development.

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The Ultimate Protection for Sun Protection [FREE White Paper Download]

Sunscreens are more effective than ever, but today’s ultra-high SPF systems can be a challenge to preserve. This is particularly true when using modern, non-traditional preservation methods.