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How to naturally say goodbye to digital stress

Givaudan Active Beauty presents its new breakthrough named Synchronight™, a powerful & dynamic active cosmetic ingredient made from gardenia fruit extract, playing a significant role in protecting the skin so it remains youthful & healthy.

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Patent Pick: Chocolate-dipped Answer to Aging

Researchers from Korea have confirmed something we at Cosmetics & Toiletries have long believed: chocolate is good for you—or rather, cacao can be good for skin. Learn more from their patent application.

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Natural Renaissance: Ride the New Wave

In a survey of 1,000 American women over the age of 18, some 35% have plans to purchase more natural beauty products between 2016 and 2018 than they have previously. Maybe that's because today's naturals and botanicals are not the same; they have experienced a renaissance. This free e-book explains how. Sponsored by Bio-Botanica, the book features an interactive PDF directory of natural and botanical ingredients for skin care, prototype formulas and even a technical article. It's everything you need to start planting the seeds for next-generation natural products. Download it today!

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Active Plant Extracts from Symrise [March 24, 2006]

Symrise (Hamburg, Germany) has added two active ingredients derived from plant extracts to its portfolio...

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Could Bakuchiol Be Retinol's Match?

Anti-agers may have a new play in the wrinkle-reduction game. Bakuchiol was shown in a recent study to match the established benefits of retinol.

Osmanthus fragrans Found to Inhibit Tyrosinase

Researchers at National Chi Nan University have reported that Osmanthus fragrans inhibits the action of tyrosinase.

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Marine Peptides for Reduced Dark Eye Circles

RareMinerals Active Triple Treatment Eye Cream is said to minimize the look of fine lines, restore firmness and reduce puffiness with marine peptides, squalene and the company's ActiveSoil Complex.

Peach Leaf Extract for Hormetic Action on Aging

Silab has created an active from peach tree leaves that slows the signs of aging by stimulating cells to repair and protect themselves.

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Lab Demo Layers HA for 4D Skin Benefits

Layering hyaluronic acid (HA) of different molecular weights and formats is Bloomage Biotech's approach to delivering skin benefits. The company demonstrated this during a live formulation lab at in-cosmetics Global.

Seevix 's SVX is a vegan, spider-inspired biopolymer material that can boost the performance and capabilities of hair and skin care.

Seevix Spins Spider Silk-inspired Biopolymer, SVX

Seevix's SVX is a vegan, spider silk-inspired biopolymer material that can boost the performance and capabilities of hair and skin care.

Ashland Sources Yeast for Skin Improvement Through Circadian Regulation

Ashland applied the science of circadian regulation to skin care by creating an extract from yeast protein that may help to maintain skin’s cellular rhythm and guard against UV damage in vitro for healthy-looking skin.

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[podcast] Author Commentary: Estelle Loing, Ph.D., on Safeguarding Squalene

Estelle Loing, Ph.D., global R&D director for IFF/Lucas Meyer, authored a new article about protecting squalene from pollution-initiated oxidation. In this podcast, she explains the inspiration for this work.

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[video] News and Insights from Cosmetics & Toiletries: 01/26/2018

We covered a lot of ground this week in cosmetics R&D. Can Rachel Grabenhofer recap it all in under 3 minutes? Watch our video to find out.

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Grant Industries, BCR Introduce Longevity Active Bakuchiol NAD+ BCR

This ingredient combines two well-known compounds to combat skin aging at the cellular level.

Formula Anatomy Deciphered: Anti-wrinkle Skin Care

For consumers, antiaging has many definitions and is a marketing position for a variety of topical personal care products. Within the antiaging category are a number of consumer products claiming to prevent or treat facial wrinkling.

Hibiscus Blossoms in Skin Formulas

Hibiscus, rich in AHAs and amino acids, is demonstrating its versatility in cosmetic product launches.

Tumeric's Therapeutic Benefit in Cosmetics

Turmeric (INCI: Curcuma longa) is an ancient powdered spice that is part of the ginger family. It has a wide range of therapeutic and cosmetic benefits.

Plant Apothecary has relaunched with ingredient-forward and sustainable features.

Plant Apothecary Relaunches with Sustainable, Botanical-forward Range

The brand revamp highlights the benefits of plants in the cruelty-free, vegan formulations featuring key botanical ingredients at levels with proven efficacy, as well as enhanced scents.