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Biesterfeld Spezialchemie, Sytheon Extend Partnership

The extended partnership will include Germany, Russia and Benelux, building upon the companies’ existing partnership in Spain. Additionally, Biesterfeld will expand its product portfolio by adding a range of proprietary and patented active ingredients for the cosmetics industry, with a focus on those which are nature-inspired.

P&G Presents 'Omics' Findings in Acne, Male Grooming, Dandruff and Anti-aging

During the World Congress of Dermatology, Procter & Gamble Beauty and Grooming is presenting new findings in acne, male grooming, dandruff and anti-aging based on a broader "omics"—i.e., genomics, proteomics and metabolomics, research tool.

Cosmoprof Bologna to Explore Trends

New trends area added to the 2009 show; will explore regions, related and influencing industries, and ideas.

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3 Top Trends in Food for 2020

Food feels safe and familiar to consumers, and is often a segue into cosmetic ingredients. A report from Innova Market Insights underlines this cross-over with two familiar trends, but also gives us something new to chew on.

Givaudan Active Beauty has launched Sensory Crush, which consists of three face masks designed to reach the beauty expectations of Gen Z.

Givaudan Active Beauty Launches Sensory Crush Targeted Toward Gen Z

“A blend of innovative packaging, sensorial textures and energising fragrances makes these masks a perfect mix of naturalness and efficacy,” Pauline Martin, global communications and events manager, said.

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J-beauty Inspired, Givaudan Offers #BeautyBoosters

Inspired by natural skin care routines from J-beauty, Givaudan Active Beauty has announced its own botanical beauty regime for smooth and glowing skin called #BeautyBoosters.

Sustainable Sourcing, Novel Ingredients Topics Set for Asia-Pacific Sustainable Cosmetics Summit

The upcoming Asia-Pacific edition of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit, taking place in Hong Kong November 11–13, 2013, will look at how beauty companies can make the most of ingredient sourcing, product development and expansion in the Asia-Pacific region while still being sustainable.

RetroFuture formulations support consumers seeking a more mindful, environmentally-considerate approach to self-care and beauty regimes that will deliver skin care results. (Photo: Clariant)

Clariant’s RetroFuture Reinvents 3 Traditional Skin Formulations

Clariant Active Ingredients has unveiled RetroFuture, three traditional skin care formulations updated for today’s consumer needs.

Chemical Reaction: When Looking Back is Looking Forward

The beauty industry has an insatiable craving for innovation. Evaluating the foresight and acumen of the founders of the modern beauty business informs where the industry’s been, the methods of its advancement and where it can still advance.

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Jar Deconstructed: Bakuchiol

Bakuchiol is a chemical entity that can be naturally found in Psoralea corylifolia, and it has many amazing benefits to the skin that is excellent for spa treatments.

Gattefossé and BioMeca jointly developed a model of 3D dermal microtissue to study elastic properties in vitro.

Gattefossé x BioMeca Develop 3D Dermal Microtissue to Study Elasticity

Gattefossé and BioMeca jointly developed a 3D dermal microtissue model to study skin's elastic properties in vitro as a way to advance cosmetic anti-aging strategies.

To better understand the dynamics in the hair wellness category, Global Cosmetic Industry has analyzed recent consumer and market data, cross-referenced with emerging ingredient and product launches, to outline key concerns driving the greatest interest among shoppers.

Unraveling Consumers’ Top 6 Hair & Scalp Concerns

Across every concern area, ingredients and claims are increasingly centered on skin care-inspired innovations.

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The Different Faces of Natural Skin Care

Despite variable economic conditions and variations in consumer behavior, the natural beauty market—and particularly skin care—continues to see strong growth.

The Beauté by Roquette range of products shown at in-cosmetics included solutions for improving the sensorial benefits of products, offering starches that provide softness as a purported safe alternative to mineral powders.

[in-cosmetics Global] 5 Sensory Breakthroughs from in-cosmetics Global

Hybrid textures and transformational products deliver newness for formulators and brands.

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.

'The power of Invati Ultra Advanced comes from a decade of relentless research, blending cutting-edge science with ancient botanical wisdom,' says Alison Pawlus, Ph.D., Aveda principal scientist and pharmacognosist.

Aveda's Invati Ultra Advanced Range Takes On Hair Thinning and Loss with Botanicals Targeting Follicle Vitality

A recent Cosmetify survey found that top online hair searches include “how to grow hair faster” and “why is my hair falling out.”

Consumers Need to Push Sustainability in Order for Beauty Brands to Follow Suit

Recent editions of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit in Europe and Asia have found consumer desire for more earth-friendly, sustainable products and brands will likely have a bigger effect on the beauty industry.

This 'Read the Label' looks at the ingredients and claims for Aveda's Color Conserve, Daily Color Protect.

Read the Label: Aveda's Color Conserve Daily Color Protect

This "Read the Label" looks at the ingredients and claims for Aveda's Color Conserve, Daily Color Protect. The brand uses eco-friendly ingredients such as green tea extract, babassu seed oil and castor seed oil.