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In light of this movement, formulation approaches to optimize naturally focused, new age deodorants are outlined here. Current market examples also are provided. An evolution toward plant-based, resource-renewable and environmentally sound technologies is transforming the antiperspirant and deodorant category.

Controlling Odor and Wetness in a Newer, Greener Age

In light of the plant-based, resource-renewable and environmentally sound technologies movement, formulation approaches to optimize naturally focused, new age deodorants are outlined here. Current market examples also are provided.

These differences are examined in terms of whether they appear to impact the safety of cosmetics in the given regions. In the author's view: they don't. Described here are examples of differences in cosmetic regulations in three regions.

Keeping Cosmetics in Check: Do Cosmetic Regulations Make a Difference?

As the first quarter of 2022 came to a close, several regulatory changes were announced in the Asia-Pacific region. Following is an overview, which includes ingredient restrictions, claims guidelines, adverse reactions and more.

Asia-Pacific Regulatory Update: GMPs, Safety, Ingredient Restrictions, Claims and More

Work published in Cosmetics outlines how reducing water activity in o/w emulsions by using natural humectants can provide a formulation preservation strategy while improving the skin's barrier function.

Water Activity Strategy Boosts Microbial Stability and Barrier Function

Work published in Cosmetics outlines how reducing water activity in o/w emulsions by using natural humectants can provide a formulation preservation strategy while improving the skin's barrier function.

Antaron soja glyceride enables the creation of more natural sun care creams, lotions, gels and color cosmetics.

Ashland's Antaron Soja Glyceride Boosts Naturality in Sun Care

Antaron soja glyceride enables the creation of more natural sun care creams, lotions, gels and color cosmetics.

Bio-Botanica offers Licorice Root Extract in Glycerin [sample request]

Bio-Botanica offers Licorice Root Extract in Glycerin [sample request]

Licorice root contains glycyrrhizin and glabridin. Glycyrrhizin is anti-inflammatory; used topically, it may help reduce redness or irritation. It is also an antioxidant. Glabridin may cause skin lightening and reduces dark spots by inhibiting tyrosinase.

Cosmetics & Toiletries puts your formulating skills to the test with this weekly Label Challenge. Challenges are posted to social media on Monday, you respond in the comments, and we give the answers in our Friday newsletter.

Label Challenge Answer: Kiehl's Powerful Strength Line Reducing Concentrate

Cosmetics & Toiletries puts your formulating skills to the test with this weekly Label Challenge. Challenges are posted to social media on Monday, you respond in the comments, and we give the answers in our Friday newsletter.

Fermentation magnifies the benefits of the rice water, producing nutrients such as niacin and biotin, which are used in hair growth supplements.

Kumar Organic Products Debuts Bakuchiol, Ferment Filtrates of Black Rice and Onion

A natural retinol alternative, hair- and skin-nourishing ferment filtrate, and antioxidant-rich ferment filtrate to reduce hair fall and scars were presented by Kumar Organic Products during in-cosmetics Global.

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Ester Quats as a Sustainable Alternative for Hair Conditioning

Upcoming:

Jun 28th, 2022, 9:00 am CDT

Discover how Ester quats deliver comparable conditioning performance and improved sustainability to meet the demand for clean beauty.

This study was meant to compare the photoprotection of organic sunscreens that are formulated with antioxidant combinations against VL+UVA1-induced effects. The efficacy was compared with a commercially available tinted sunscreen.

Antioxidant-rich Sunscreens Protect Against the UVA1 + Visible Range

A recent study assessed the photoprotection provided by organic sunscreens formulated with antioxidants against visible light (VL) + UVA1-induced effects.

Dow Personal Care expanded its portfolio through its latest launches to address growing consumer demands for sustainable solutions in sun care, skin care, hair care and more.

Dow Addresses Diversity, Inclusion and Sustainability at NYSCC Suppliers’ Day

Dow Personal Care expanded its portfolio through launches to address growing consumer demands for sustainable solutions in sun, skin and hair care, and more.

Our Saturday Originals will offer new stories and insights while catching you up on the stories you missed.

Reader Alert: Welcome to Saturday Originals

Our newly consolidated weekend newsletter will debut original content for cosmetic R&D innovators, as well as a roundup of stories they may have missed amid their busy workweeks.

The Leaping Bunny approval status applies to Aveda’s full range of products.

Aveda Achieves Leaping Bunny Approval

To obtain the Leaping Bunny approval, Aveda verified that it does not conduct or commission animal tests for its products, raw materials or ingredients across its portfolio.

Fluffmatte is a weightless modern matte lipstick formulated to provide instant, high-impact color and an airy, powdery light finish.

Sunnies Now Available in United States

The U.S. launch includes Sunnies Face Fluffmatte lipstick in 15 shades and in two curated sets of shades.