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Apple Polyphenols Grow Natural Sun Protection Possibilities
Plants have evolved metabolites to face photo-oxidative stress and irradiation. Apples, for example, are ripe with antioxidant and SPF opportunity, as research published in
Molecules
suggests.
Literature/Data
How to Ensure Cleansers Comply with Growing 1,4-Dioxane Regulations
Research
Top 2022-2023 Beauty, Hair, Skin, Body and Makeup Trends
Latest
Consumers/Market
Demand for Naturals to Drive Color Category at a CAGR of 5% by 2031
It is anticipated that the growing demand for cruelty-free cosmetics and incorporation of AI will drive sales of color cosmetics.
Sponsored
Why are Dermatologists Recommending Azelaic Acid? It’s the Unsung Hero!
Cosmetic acids offer versatility in formulation and can provide gentle exfoliation, brightening, help fight acne, etc. Azelaic acid is a favorite of dermatologists and is gaining popularity for its effectiveness and gentleness for all skin types.
Video
[video] Multi-pronged Approach to Inflamm'aging
The derma-Rx Max-C antioxidant serum won the 2022
C&T Allē Award
for "Most Significant Anti-aging/Well Aging Formula" in the prestige category. This sponsored video explains how it achieves efficacy and hits the mark for current anti-aging demands.
Consumers/Market
Natural Solvents Market Saturated with Demand: How Do They Impact Formulas?
Global demand for solvents is on the rise, per IMARC Group, and eco-friendly and organic solvents address growing concerns for the environment. But how do they impact the rheology of product formulations? An upcoming webcast explains.
Formulating Basics
Label Challenge Answer: Lime Crime Unicorn Hair Dye – Sea Witch
The semi-permanent dye in "sea witch" is a teal shade with a vanilla scent. The product claims to be damage free, is vegan and contains conditioning benefits such as fatty acids and vitamins that moisturize the hair and give it shine.
Literature/Data
Microbes Convert Biodiesel Residuals to Lactic Acid, Boost $189 B Market
Work presented at the 2022 SINAFERM bioprocesses event describes the microbial production of lactic acid based on residual glycerin from biodiesel production. It's one example of the booming microbial products market, valued at ~US $189 billion in 2021.
Tech/Equipment/Production
Kao Corp. Promotes Life Care with Skin Analysis, Subscription Beauty Plan
Skin potential analysis and the beta version of skin athlete gym both launched in Nov. 2022. Kao plans to utilize its skin analysis method and subscription beauty plan to offer precision life care to customers.
Research
4 Beauty Trends for 2023: Pinterest Predictions
Pinterest notes that Gen Z and millennials are increasingly mixing bright colors with natural hair tones.
Research
Top Beauty Google Searches of 2022: Report
The top trending queries are searches with a high spike in traffic over a sustained period of time within the United States.
Cosmetic Ingredients
Bio-Botanica offers Pueraria Mirifica in Puresterol (sample request)
Puresterol helps support the management of menopause and perimenopausal symptoms and can be used topically for anti-aging and anti-wrinkle products. (US Patent #7,658,955)
Companies
3 Revlon Lenders Ready to Settle with Citigroup
Citigroup, as Revlon's loan agent, had accidentally used its own money to prematurely pay off a $894 million loan owed by the now-bankrupt cosmetics company.
