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Section: Cosmetic Ingredients > Rheology/Thickener
Event Coverage
More Time to Shine: Submission Deadlines Extended for the 2026
C&T Allē Awards
The 2026
C&T Allē Awards
just gave innovators more time to shine. Early Bird entries are now due Sept. 15, with final submissions accepted through Oct. 15. Don’t miss your chance to be spotlighted for excellence in beauty innovation.
Natural/Sustainable
Macro Oceans Launches Big Kelp Flex to Eliminate Microplastics
California-based biotech company Macro Oceans launched Big Kelp Flex, its new seaweed cellulose ingredient.
Formulating Aids
Nouryon Introduces Three Innovations to Elevate Sustainable Hair Styling, Skin/Hair Care
Structure Silk is a starch-derived rheology modifier, Armocare Aqua 12 is non-quarternary hair conditioner and Demeon ReNu 100 is a renewable propellant.
Actives
Skin Care Gets Smarter: Exploring Advanced Ingredient Technologies
Here we explore some of the most advanced ingredients in skin care and how they are revolutionizing the industry. With advances in technology, manufacturers and brands can design products and formulas that adjust to the skin’s unique needs.
Natural/Sustainable
Cellugy x Bioli Debut Bio-based EcoFlexy Rheology Modifier in Commercial Skin Care Cream
The partnership introduces Cellugy's EcoFlexy, a sustainable alternative to petrochemicals, in premium skin care amid growing regulatory pressures.
Event Coverage
2026
C&T Allē Awards
Portal is Open — Beauty Innovation Abounds: Show Us Your Stuff
With beauty innovation abuzz, especially around spring trade shows,
Cosmetics & Toiletries
is excited to open the 2026
Allē Awards
submission portal. Show us what you've got!
Sensory
Cargill Highlights BotaniDesign Emollient and Actigum Care Rheology Modifier to Elevate Sustainable Beauty
BotaniDesign is an emollient and plant-based alternative to petroleum jelly, while Actigum Care is a natural rheology modifier replacement for petro-based polymers.
Natural/Sustainable
CP Kelco Elevates Thickening, Stabilizing with Keltrol Biodegradable, Certified Xanthan Gums
Per CP Kelco, the COSMOS and Natrue-certified ingredients meet vegan, non-GMO and cruelty-free standards to deliver strong ethical value without compromising performance.
Event Coverage
Which of These 16 Base Ingredients Will Clinch
C&T Allēs
in 2025?
From a carbon-based black pigment, solid lipid and unique Guerbert alcohol, to biodegradable hair styling polymer, novel cold processable thickener, multifunctional preservative and more, here are
C&T Allēs
base ingredients finalist profiles.
Companies
Sharon Personal Care Debuts Emulsifier Selector Tool with Texture-first Focus
Mainly emulsifiers determine the sensory profile of emulsions; especially appearance, pick-up and rub-out. To make their selection easier, the tool takes a top-down approach to guide formulators, starting with the desired texture.
Event Coverage
Exclusive Look: 5 Emerging Functionals You'll See at In-cosmetics Asia 2024
In-cosmetics Asia 2024 marks a new milestone: 100 ingredients will be featured in this year's Innovation Zone. As the media sponsor,
Cosmetics & Toiletries
was given an exclusive preview; here are 5 innovations you'll find there.
Natural/Sustainable
Seppic's Natural Solagum AX Thickener Gives Skin an 'Instant' Lift + Brightening Effects
The multifunctional rheology modifier is said to perform better than xanthan gum alone in terms of thickening and stabilizing formulas, while bringing film-forming, soothing and moisturizing properties just 30 min after use.
Event Coverage
11 On-trend Ingredients Coming to in-cos Asia: Anti-Hair Loss Peptide, Exosomes, Vegan TXA and More
Arriving in Bangkok this Nov. 5-7, 2024, in-cosmetics Asia will highlight ingredients and concepts from more than 500 exhibitors. In this sneak preview, we highlight 11 on-trend innovations.
Rheology/Thickener
Article Download: Chitosan in Cosmetics - Technical Aspects when Formulating
A high-grade chitosan made from shrimp shells has viscosity-building and antimicrobial properties that support its use in cosmetic emulsions and gels. This article explores it application and formulation. Download it from our archives here.
Consumers/Market
Indie Sleaze, Brat Summer ... How Market Trends Affect Formula Basics: 7 Experts Weigh In
We often explore how market trends influence product concepts. Less often do we focus on their impact on preservation, rheology and other formula basics. As such, we reached out to industry insiders for their take; here, seven experts weigh in.
Event Coverage
Cosmetics & Toiletries
Unveils Beauty Themes for 2025
From skin and hair health, to holistic protection, mind-body beauty and integrated sensory experiences, 2025's media agenda will equip cosmetic chemists and beauty innovators to develop advanced products that compete in a dynamic, competitive marketplace.
Specialized
Teysha Technologies Debuts Microplastics Replacement AggiePol for Beauty Applications
The biodegradable material has the potential to eliminate 8,700 tonnes of microplastics used in cosmetics as thickeners, film-forming agents, stabilizers and more.
Event Coverage
Bioweg's MicBeads100 Microplastic Alternative: Cosmetic Victories Winner Profile
MicBeads100, from Bioweg, won the 2024 Cosmetic Victories Industry Prize. This bacterial cellulose-derived functional micropowder can replace solid microplastics. Here, Prateek Mahalwar, Ph.D., founder and CEO for the company, described the innovation.
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