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Your Newest Stocking Stuffer: Activated Charcoal

Coal is not just for the naughty list anymore. Vantage launched an ingredient utilizing activated charcoal to fight pollution, which will have consumers filling out their wish list early for Christmas this year.

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Renmatix Debuts Supercritical Hydrolysis-derived Active for Clean Beauty

While the extraction process can be used with other natural materials, red maple was chosen to create a new petro-free, self-emulsifying natural active that aligns with clean beauty tenets.

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‘Conscious Beauty’ Concepts with IMCD US

IMCD has launched a series of formula prototypes for sustainable, "clean" and ethical beauty under three categories: "Clean Conscience," "Conscious Color" and "Melted Textures." The latter, for example, features a mint treatment balm.

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Vantage Unveils ‘Clear’ Solutions for Skin

Vantage will be launching a few products during in-cosmetics Global at booth G40. Included in this launch are rosehip oil, jojoba oil, argan oil, encapsulants and technology curated to help sensitive skin.

The February Midwest SCC webinar discussed the increasing trend of upcycling in personal care. With this in mind, presenters from Renmatix revealed its Acer Rubrum Extract, an upcycled emulsifier for skin care and more.

Midwest SCC: Upcycling in Personal Care and Red Maple Emulsifier

The February 2021 Midwest SCC virtual meeting discussed the increasing trend of upcycling in personal care. With this in mind, presenters from Renmatix highlighted the company's Acer rubrum extract, an upcycled emulsifier.

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Omya Launches Eye-catching Beads to Enhance Ingredient Delivery

These brightly colored beads can be loaded with active or functional ingredients to enhance delivery and provide aesthetic effects.

Research has been published on the harmful environmental effects of traditional and biodegradable glitter in freshwater waterways.

Biodegradable Glitter May Be Threat to Freshwater: Report

Research published in the Journal of Hazardous Materials on the harmful environmental effects of traditional and biodegradable glitter in freshwater waterways.

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Ocean Microplastics: Are Biodegradable Materials the Answer?

Microplastics are going away and consumers are looking even more closely at product labels for clean solutions. Does your formula stand up to the challenge? Learn about a biodegradable and gentle alternative to microplastics.

In 2021, Mondi will be releasing its 3-layer woven, biodegradable wipes, from its newly developed CAC line.

Mondi Develops CAC Line for 3-layer Biodegradable Wipes

“The innovative technology means we can produce 100% biodegradable, high-performance nonwovens for wipes that are more accessible, and we are looking forward to introducing this to the market,” Kelly Wright, Mondi’s product expert for personal care and components, said.

Kojic acid has become increasingly popular, as seen in Peace Out Skincare's Dark Spots Serum, featuring kojic acid alongside 3% tranexamic acid and alpha-arbutin.

2025 Beauty Ingredient Trend Preview: What’s Next?

From silk-derived biotech to microbiome sexual wellness and beyond, new ingredients point to future innovation opportunities.

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Immerse Yourself in Hair and Sun Sustainability with Dow

Dow is showcasing novel concepts in sustainability to boost SPF and control hair oil textures. In addition, it rolls out its TrendsLab 2020 formulation concepts with a focus around holistic beauty.

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Omya to Highlight Functional Minerals at in-cosmetics Global 2019

Omya’s lineup draws off of sensory and color cosmetic trends, including an additive that can provide visual effects along with carrier functions to fulfill marketing claims.

Using upcycled cucumbers, Isocumis is a moisturizing active that can also reduce eye puffiness and dark circles.

Biolie's Upcycled Cucumber, Isocumis, Depuffs and Moisturizes Under-eye Area

Biolie uses upcycled cucumbers to make Isocumis, a moisturizing active that can reduce under-eye puffiness and dark circles.

Retinol is a derivative of vitamin A and both can be used for anti-aging skin care with their extensive list of benefits.

Tagra Delivers Vitamin A Benefits with Microencapsulation, CelluCap A

Based on Tagra’s microencapsulation technology, CelluCap A can effectively and stably deliver vitamin A’s anti-aging benefits upon contact with the skin.

Huda Beauty Launches Wishful Skin Care

Wishful, Huda Beauty's first skin care brand, has launched with the promise of never retouching the photos in its campaign or on its Instagram.

Ashland's Antaron ECo is a natural sun care active that offers water resistance and biodegradability for gel, lotion, milk or spray formulas.

Ashland's Antaron ECo Gel Imparts Water Resistance in Sun Care

Ashland's Antaron ECo is a natural sun care active that offers water resistance and biodegradability for gel, lotion, milk or spray formulas.

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Ashland’s in-cos Gel Lab to Cover Textured Hair

Join host Tuttu Nuutinen at Ashland’s in-cosmetics lab to learn how to create a natural polysaccharide-based styling gel for textured hair. Also during the event, the company will debut Infini’tea to the European market for yoga-like, balanced benefits for the skin.

Sibelius Natural Products has added a natural oil portfolio, including Roman chamomile, English sage and English peppermint.

Sibelius Adds Natural Oils Line with Chamomile, Sage and Peppermint

Sibelius Natural Products has expanded from nutraceutical ingredients by adding a natural oil portfolio, adding Roman chamomile, English sage and English peppermint. These aromatic oils have extended applications in skin, body and hair care; personal hygiene; and fragrance and flavor.