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Author Commentary: John Jiménez and Mauricio Guzman Alonzo on Synesthesia in Cosmetics

Most everyone knows what it's like to be a consumer. More recently, product developers have been tapping into this experience to evoke emotional connections in consumers. John Jiménez and Mauricio Guzman Alonzo, authors in our latest issue, have been leading this charge for cosmetics development. Here, they share their insights.

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ICMAD Reveals Educational Program and Designer Winners

ICMAD hosted its annual Cosmetics Technical Regulatory Forum, launched a new educational program to cover business-oriented practices in the cosmetics and personal care industry and following the program, announced winners of the 2018 Young Designers Awards Competition.

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Mascara Markets Follow Global Trends

The markets for mascara and its lash-boosting serum counterparts are expected to rise, with niche interest and the Asia-Pacific region leading the way.

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Legislation Proposed in Wake of Asbestos Allegations

New legislation has been proposed to the U.S. House of Representatives after children's and tween's product retailer Claire's recalled several cosmetic products thought to contain asbestos.

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[podcast] Author Commentary: Alexander Chan, Ph.D., on Hair Dyes

Alexander Chan, Ph.D., has been in the field and has heard things. He knows what consumers believe about hair dye ingredients, and why they're confused. He wrote an article about it for our upcoming February 2018 issue; and in this podcast, he talks about why he wrote it. Listen now!

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The Depths of Hair Dyes: Understanding Users, Formulating Answers

The present article touches on misconceptions about ammonia- versus monoethanolamine-based hair dyes. It also analyzes the facts about these ingredients to arm formulators with both the consumer perspective and scientific rationale for ingredient choices.

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[video] News and Insights from Cosmetics & Toiletries: 2/9/2018

Did you know Kiehl's tried and erred 88 times before settling on its latest anti-aging formula? And Aveda devised a system to ease brushing and reduce hair breakage? If you missed this week's news, you're missing out—check out our video recap.

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Farsáli's Jelly Beam Illuminator

Jelly Beam Illuminator gives high shine from a gel-to-powder formula, with ingredients such as brown seaweed extract for an antioxidant boost.

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Studio Waterweight Concealer by MAC Cosmetics

According to MAC, the concealer is an ultra-fluid formula with medium to full buildable coverage.

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Patent Pick: Taking Matte to the Max in Color Cosmetics

Today's trend for a matte finish yet transfer-resistance and comfortable wear makes for a challenging formula combination. L'Oréal inventors appear to have unlocked the code; a new patent application explains.

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[video] ColourPop Launches First-ever Lipstick Line: Lux Lipstick

ColourPop has launched Lux Lipstick, a line of 24 shades retailing for $7 a pop.

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Azelis Companies Sweep 2017 BASF Distributor of the Year Awards

Two Azelis companies were honored with the 2017 BASF Distributor of the Year awards. One company took home two awards and another took home an award for a second year in a row from BASF.

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Venator to Promote Colorful Display at in-cosmetics Global 2018

“in-cosmetics Global is a great opportunity to catch up with all of our customers and discuss upcoming projects. What better place to showcase our well-known Hombitan, UV-Titan, Ferroxide, Sicovit, Trupure and ultramarine products.”

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Natural Sourcing Launches Ingredient for Skin and Hair Repair

“It is well suited for sensitive, parched, dry, itchy, mature and problem skin types. Within scalp and hair care applications, Chokeberry Seed Oil helps to condition and restore vitality to the scalp and normal, dry and damaged hair.”

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Multifunctional Products Feed Probiotic Market

Consumer demand for multifunctional skin care is helping the probiotic market to grow, according to Research and Markets.

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Micro Powders, Inc. Awarded in CSR Evaluation

“We are committed to continuously improving our business processes and performance, and appreciate that the CSR scorecard not only indicates our quality, high impact CSR practices, but also helps us identify, prioritize and implement improvements.”

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Use of Phenoxyethanol in Cosmetic Industry Decreases

Though the substance remains popular in the home care market, perceived safety concerns have hindered its success in color cosmetics.

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Cosphatec Gets a Feel for a Silicone Replacement

Cosphatec has launched a new ingredient to be used as a silicone replacement to be used in cosmetic skin care. Cosphaderm Feel has a number of properties in addition to being sourced from castor oil and being palm oil free.