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Johann W. Wiechers, Ph.D.

Words from Wiechers: What You Say is What You Get

This installment of "Words from Wiechers" explores what we see and say about cosmetic products, and cautions to not make “conclusions” that are simply that—conclusions, without underlying science.

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Creativity is versatile just like Baralan’s packaging.

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Focus on Clean and Sustainable Beauty

Support your sustainability and clean beauty goals with just one ingredient: Arlasense™ V5. Experience a sensational skin feel with this emollient ether, which can deliver functionality, aesthetics, and meet vegan requirements.

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Maria Jar 30 SW, Baralan’s new limited edition skincare jar

Baralan launched a limited edition glass jar: Maria Jar 30 SW, recognizable for its sophisticated and classy round shape. Do not miss the unique opportunity to buy it!

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Read the Label: Relax Bath & Shower Concentrate by Clarins

This "Read the Label" discusses the Relax Bath & Shower Concentrate with Essential Oils by Clarins. Key ingredients analyzed include SLES, bitter orange leaf/twig oil and Tilia cordata wood extract, among others.

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SymControl® Scalp - a sustainable microalgae for a healthy hair & scalp

Symrise has developed a natural and sustainable ingredient to remedy oily scalp and hair. SymControl® Scalp reduces the production of sebum on the scalp with visible results in one week.

Whether wearing disposable or reusable face masks, consumers have been plagued by skin irritation

Masked Beauty

Consumers are recalibrating their approach to beauty as a result of wearing masks, making way for new demands and emerging above-the-neck opportunities for brands.

Consumers are looking for more flexibility in their styles

Consumer Trends Influencing Heat Styling Applications

Flexible hold and restylability are key claims.

The global hair care market is forecast to grow to $211.1 billion by 2025

Hair Health Takes Center Stage

The pandemic and longer-term, skin-care-inspired wellness trends are fueling new interest and innovation in hair care.

Nearly 100% of consumers say they have experienced acne at some point in their lives

Acne: 4,000 Consumers Speak Out

Part 1 of a 2-part series: how this widespread, lifelong skin issue impacts consumer attitudes and behaviors.

The following is a guide to the brands you may see commonly in Greek pharmacies or internationally.

4 Greek Beauty Innovators

How these brands remain authentic to and respectful of the land, stories and values of their homeland.

There is a growing multicultural community that has diversified the ideas around Australian beauty

Sunshine, Freckles and Billions of Dollars: Australian Beauty Analyzed

For clean, cruelty-free and sustainable beauty products, Australian brands offer a wealth of choices.

This year’s event will tackle the upheaval of 2020 while casting an eye toward future innovation and market opportunities.

Beauty Accelerate Tackles the New Normal

Our agenda reflects our new shared reality and looks ahead at where beauty innovation is heading

Safety, sustainability and efficacy are driving consumers’ ingredient demands

Ingredient Trends 2020-2021, Part 1

From immunity boosters to blue light claims and conscious makeup, trends are driving material innovation.

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Healthy Hair starts with a Healthy Scalp

The hair of your dreams starts with the skin that covers your head. You can splurge on fancy shampoos, conditioners, serums and styling products but the key to healthier, shinier hair from root to tip begins with regular scalp exfoliation to free your hair follicles from all that product build up.

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clean green preservation

EcoCert verified! COSMOS approved! Need clean, green, safe and effective preservation solutions? schülke has the answer. euxyl® ECO 910 - broad-spectrum preservation. effisin® LA natural - sourced from non-GMO corn.

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Why Companies are Moving to Turnkey Suppliers

Managing a brand requires focused commitment to marketing and sales. Turnkey suppliers take the development and operational challenges off the brands.

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How to design a simple, sensitive-skin friendly routine to address Maskne breakouts

Daily face masks use weakens the skin barrier and creates perfect conditions for acne breakouts, or “Maskne”. Vantage™ has curated a series of solutions designed for acne-prone and sensitive skin.