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The active compound, cynaropicrin, suppresses the activation of NF-κB, a key factor in skin aging, and is a popular anti-aging natural ingredient that is expected to prevent pigmentation, photoaging and noticeable pores.

Ichimaru Pharcos Launches Biobenefity conc, SDGs-friendly Ingredient

The active compound, cynaropicrin, suppresses the activation of NF-κB, a key factor in skin aging, and is a popular anti-aging natural ingredient that is expected to prevent pigmentation, photoaging and noticeable pores.

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JD Lusteris™: Bridging Nature and Science for Sensorial Excellence

A sustainable, naturally derived alternative to silicones. Unmatched in efficacy and sensorial experience, it's the future of clean, green cosmetics.

Kaffe Bueno is upcycling the by-products, or “waste,” of coffee production—spent grounds—to unleash sustainable natural ingredients for the hair and skin.

Discover the Beauty of Coffee with Kaffe Bueno

How upcycling coffee helps the skin and hair care industry transition to natural formulations.

Laboratoires Expanscience’s Epionine Bio can reportedly boost users’ self-esteem while reducing psychological stress.

The Beauty Ingredient Agenda: Multifunctionality in the Spotlight

The evolving palette is generating simplified, more effective formulations.

For certain 'leave-on' cosmetic products, per the new restriction, due to their low contribution to the overall emissions of microplastics, as well as the potentially large impact on the cosmetics industry, the agency's committee for socio-economic analysis considered two additional measures as appropriate alternatives to the ban.

European Commission Adopts Measures Restricting Intentional Microplastics

The measures will prohibit the sale of microplastics and of products to which microplastics have been added intentionally and that release those microplastics when used.

All participants in an efficacy stated in a questionnaire that their skin texture was improved when using a formulation comprising the new ingredient, while 90% reported that their skin felt smoother and 88% said that their pores appeared to be tightened.

BASF's Epispot Sustainably Reduces Skin Shine & Boosts Complexion

90% of study participants said their skin appeared healthier at the end of the application period.

The ingredient is designed to provide solubility that meets growing consumer demand for 100% natural and 'no ethoxylates,' per the company.

Inolex Releases LexSolv Essential, 100% Natural Solubilizer

The ingredient is designed to provide solubility that meets growing consumer demand for 100% natural and "no ethoxylates," per the company.

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V/WA™, discover Alteromonas lipotrueae

Discover V/WA™ a fully vertically integrated active ingredient from a newly identified Alteromonas strain: Alteromonas lipotrueae.

The biotech company's smart self-assembling technology reportedly allows 'previously impossible' combinations of ingredients, resulting in end-products with greater efficacy and sustainability.

L’Oréal Invests in China's Shinehigh Innovation to Overcome Conventional Ingredient Challenges

The company's technology has the capacity to address common ingredient challenges such as incompatibility, instability and delivery in skin, hair and scalp formulations.

With a renewable carbon index (RCI) of 25%, it carries the same chemical properties as its fossil counterpart, helping to keep the reformulation efforts to a minimum, per the company.

Clariant Launches Phenoxetol SG, 100% Bio-ethanol for Antimicrobial Use

With a renewable carbon index (RCI) of 25%, it carries the same chemical properties as its fossil counterpart, helping to keep the reformulation efforts to a minimum, per the company.

All updates were effective immediately upon release except the revised test methods, which are scheduled to come into force on March 1, 2024.

China Updates: Benzene Limit, 19 Test Method Revisions, Benvitimod/Tapinarof Ban

China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) recently issued Notice No. 41, limiting benzene impurities in cosmetics, revising five and adding 14 test methods, and banning the tapinarof skin treatment for psoriasis.

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Vantage® is proud to showcase its new Effortless Color Collection

The Effortless Color Collection features elevated prototypes that range from hybrid foundations, multi-use blushes, and bold lip products.

'Eleven states and 44 countries already slammed the door shut on new animal testing for cosmetics. In fact, the U.S. is essentially the only country in the North America that hasn’t passed legislation to end it.” said Sara Amundson, president of the Humane Society Legislative Fund.

US Moves a Step Closer to Banning Cosmetics Animal Testing

“Cosmetics testing on animals is cruel, unnecessary, and outdated, and Congress should finally put a stop to it."

The ScentElligence platform is said to boast a deep-learning algorithm that analyzes data and delivers fragrant possibilities by combining sensoriality with performance.

Cosmo International Fragrances Debuts ScentElligence Artificial Intelligence Platform

The platform is said to boast a deep-learning algorithm that analyzes data and delivers fragrant possibilities by combining sensoriality with performance.

The study demonstrated that JD Jojoba Oil matches mineral oil's efficacy in enhancing skin hydration and reducing Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) in both short and long-term.

JD Jojoba Oil Identified as Sustainable Alternative to Mineral Oil in Cosmetic Formulations

The study demonstrated that JD Jojoba Oil matches mineral oil's efficacy in enhancing skin hydration and reducing Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) in both short and long-term.

Pteroyouth combines pterostilbene with picolinic acid, a natural molecule in the human body and a tryptophan derivative that stimulates mineral absorption and the body's immune response.

Circe Scientific Presents Pteroyouth, Multifunctional Cocrystal

Pteroyouth combines pterostilbene with picolinic acid, a natural molecule in the human body and a tryptophan derivative that stimulates mineral absorption and the body's immune response.

Croda has developed a range of sun care-focused formulations that address the skin care-like preferences of today's consumers.

Croda Exploring the 'Sunification' of Skin Care & More at the FLSCC Sunscreen Symposium

The company has developed on-trend sun care formulations, including the Ready Set Defend Setting Powder SPF 20.

Following the phygital trend, the sustainable tetrapeptide is inspired by microcurrent devices and mimics the benefits of electrical stimulation on the skin for an upper face lifted appearance and reduced visibility of wrinkles, per the company.

Lubrizol Life Science Beauty Joins Phygital Trend with Uplevity e-Lift Peptide for Anti-aging

Following the phygital trend, the sustainable tetrapeptide is inspired by microcurrent devices and mimics the benefits of electrical stimulation on the skin for an upper face lifted appearance and reduced visibility of wrinkles, per the company.