[video] The Instagrammable Science of Beauty

Oct 18th, 2021

Jeb Gleason-Allured

Danilo Lambino of Formulae 8 has built an Instagram feed of stunning images highlighting the art and science of beauty formulations.

Danilo Lambino of Formulae 8 has built an Instagram feed of stunning images highlighting the art and science of beauty formulations.

Danilo Lambino, founder and director of Australia-based Formulae 8, marries science with art in his stunning Instagram feed. In this video, Lambino speaks to Jeb Gleason-Allured, content director of Global Cosmetic Industry, about his creative process and shares examples of his often mesmerizing posts.

Using Gravel AI's platform, users can systematically identify the fastest-growing products and beauty brands for individual ingredients.

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Using Gravel's AI-powered platform, users can systematically identify the fastest-growing products and beauty brands for individual ingredients.

Per Sharon Personal Care, the chemical bonds created between the negative charges of SharoHyal Moringa's hyaluronic acid content and the positive charges of the hydrolyzed proteins within this vegetal protein help form a protective layer on the cuticle.

Sharon Personal Care's SharoHyal Moringa Revives Hair with Hyaluronic Acid

Per Sharon Personal Care, the chemical bonds created between the negative charges of SharoHyal Moringa's hyaluronic acid content and the positive charges of the hydrolyzed proteins within this vegetal protein help form a protective layer on the cuticle.

Metal Mania at ICONS|ICS with New Collection of Metal Tip Packaging

Metal Mania at ICONS|ICS with New Collection of Metal Tip Packaging

Elevate your packaging with metal tip applicators & metal rollerballs. Explore ICONS|ICS’ metal-tip tube and wand range, including the newest shapes and styles providing cooling and massaging effects. Perfect for eye, lip, face and brow formulations.

The vegan, 'largely anti-allergic' technology also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties for skin care. In applications, Betuinno. Betulin can reportedly help the skin to heal and regenerate, while delivering moisturizing effects.

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The vegan, "largely anti-allergic" technology also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties for skin care. In applications, Betuinno. Betulin can reportedly help the skin to heal and regenerate, while delivering moisturizing effects.

The range's functional and biodegradable plant extracts, which are 100% natural in line with ISO 16128, are sustainably sourced from Madagascar, France and Bulgaria, per Symrise.

Symrise Launches Neurocosmetic-inspired Flowerconcentrole for Mood-enhancing Skin Care

Developed using Symrise’s Actimood technology ("a scientifically proven mood-activating scent design," per the company), Flowerconcentrole's neurocosmetic benefits leverage plant extracts to stimulate positive emotions.

Beauté by Roquette's ST 730 water-resistant film former diminishes the appearance of wrinkles via a lifting/tightening effect and offers water resistance for long-lasting color cosmetics.

Beauté by Roquette's ST 730 is a Natural Film Former with Lifting, Water-resistant Properties

According to the results of one in vivo study featuring 40 volunteers applying 4% ST 730, 82% of the participants said that fine lines and wrinkles were diminished.

The researchers manually collected tiny samples (less than 5 g) from roots, stems, leaves, fruits, litter and soil for reproduction via biotech, thereby preserving biological resources while accessing novel natural actives.

Apoena Biotech Bioprospects the Amazon for Sustainable Biological Actives for Cosmetics

Key biological actives from this bioprospecting mission are expected to be available to the market beginning in September 2025.

'We conclude that the Ukuaji Blooming Serum tested in this trial respects the scalp microbiome,' HelloBiome concluded, based on 'no significant changes' in the load ratio of bacteria or fungi, diversity of bacteria or fungi, taxonomic community of bacteria or fungi, top ten taxonomy both bacteria or fungi, or microbiome score.

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These samples were analyzed by HelloBiome's next-generation high-throughput sequencing, which "provide[s] detailed reports on changes in the microbiome, including identifying any potential disruptions to beneficial bacterial communities," per HelloBiome.

“Traditional skin care products have the potential to disrupt the skin’s microbial balance,” says DNA Genotek’s Brice LeFrancoise, Ph.D., “possibly leading to skin issues. In contrast, cosmetic formulations with ingredients that not only respect but actively support the microbiome embraces a gentler, more symbiotic relationship with the skin.”

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A new report from Kline argues that the application of emollients and moisturizers, delivery systems, fragrances and essential oils, texture modifiers, and exfoliants can boost sensorial experiences to elevate everyday products and create “indulgent rituals that engage the senses” and emotions while also differentiating products in a crowded and dupe-riddled beauty market.

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From stress to environmental conditions to congenital issues, sensitive skin is a multi-dimensional condition that affects large swaths of consumers across the globe.

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