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Shin-Etsu Silicones of America Introduces Soft-Focus Microplastic Alternatives for Cosmetics

These ingredients are designed to replace traditional microplastics, while maintaining aesthetic, sensory and functional qualities in cosmetic formulations.

The ingredient is produced by upcycling agricultural and food waste, and by applying green chemistry, the ingredient can fully degrade within 60 days, complying with new EU regulations on microplastics.

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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Biodegradable Sensory Effects via Roelmi's Microplastic Replacement

The versatile texturizer can be used in both leave-on and rinse-off formulations to create a soft-focus finish, control sebum, enhance spreadability and leave a silky feel.

The two cellulose powders offer sensory and optical benefits, including a soft-focus effect in skin care, and a better pay-off, coverage and color intensity in color cosmetics.

Croda Unveils ChromaPur CV2 and CV7 Microplastic Replacements

The two cellulose powders offer sensory and optical benefits, including a soft-focus effect in skin care and better payoff, coverage and color intensity in color cosmetics.

Cyclic silicones and microplastics face bans under REACH but both contribute to the aesthetics and performance of color cosmetics.

How Cyclic Silicone and Microplastic Bans Impact Color Cosmetic Formulating

Cyclic silicones and microplastics face bans under REACH but both contribute to the aesthetics and performance of color cosmetics. This article describes these bans and what replacing them means for color cosmetic formulating.

Microplastic alternatives have surged in popularity, with many choices containing greater benefits the microplastics themselves.

[poll results] How Important is the Exclusion of Microplastics in Your Formulations?

Microplastic alternatives have surged in popularity, with many choices containing greater benefits the microplastics themselves.

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CFF to Showcase 4 Colored Scrubs at in-cosmetics Global 2019

The colored scrubs were created to be natural, microplastic-free alternatives with reduced irritation and no environmental impact.

The ingredient reportedly provides formulators an easy-to-use, sulfate-free, drop-in solution for opacifying eco-conscious hair and body care applications.

Clariant Reveals Plastic-free, Sensorial Plantasens OP 95 Opacifier

Plantasens OP 95 is a microplastic-free ingredient that delivers powerful opacifying performance at low concentrations and imparts a creamy white appearance.

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Eckart’s Ecofil B110 Ful’fills’ Biodegradable Soft Focus Niche

To replace microplastic fillers in cosmetics, Eckart offers its biodegradable Ecofil B110 filler and matting agent for soft focus effects.

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Givaudan Extends PlanetCaps Range Into Personal Care Category, Launches New Laundry Serum

The technology was originally developed for fabric softeners, and the company now offers a microplastic-free option for hair and body care.

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Eastman Debuts Esmeri CC1N10 Cellulose Ester Micropowder During NYSCC Suppliers' Day

The microplastic-free cellulose ester micropowder is applicable in lipsticks, foundations and pressed powders, where it reportedly demonstrates good compressibility.

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Evonik to Showcase Trendy Naturals at in-cosmetics Global 2019

From anti-pollution to microplastic alternatives, Evonik's new technologies and platforms highlight its sustainable mission.

Additionally, the company will feature Granpowder BBP-700 (INCI: Saccharomyces Ferment (and) Lauroyl Lysine), an award-winning solution relevant for those navigating the complexities of recent ECHA microplastic regulations.

Grant Industries to Feature Three New Ingredients at In-Cosmetics Global in Paris

Additionally, the company will feature Granpowder BBP-700 (INCI: Saccharomyces Ferment (and) Lauroyl Lysine), an award-winning solution relevant for those navigating the complexities of recent ECHA microplastic regulations.

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Microbeads Now Biodegradable with Green Science Alliance

Formulators can replace microplastic in face wash, body soap, toothpaste, etc. with Green Science Alliance’s biodegradable resin microbeads that are made from cellulose, starch and PLA-based biodegradable resins.

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EU Regulatory Update on Beauty and Brexit, Plus Microplastics and Nanomaterials

As the expected date for the U.K. to exit the European Union approaches, beauty brands need to act to ensure compliance post-Brexit. This Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association update also includes insights on the EU's microplastic activity and nanomaterials catalog. Click through to read more in the digital edition.

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[video] Functional Naturals, Black Cumin and Beauty Accelerate Sneak Peek

Whether you're off on a holiday vacation soon, or coming back from one, here's quick touch-base on our top headline picks this week from Cosmetics & Toiletries.

CIDESCO Supports Microbead Ban; Calls for Safe Alternatives

As the global environmental issue of plastic microbeads in waterways gains traction, CIDESCO calls for action.

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[podcast] The Definition of Performance Plus: Exploring Ashland’s New Polymer Platforms

Ashland’s director of marketing for personal care discusses the company’s latest innovations to create sustainable products with sensorial experiences.