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Animal-free Collagen Ingestibles by Gelita and Geltor

Collagen protein specialists Gelita and Geltor recently announced plans to co-commercialize animal-free ingestible collagen proteins for launch as soon as in 2020.

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Allmicroalgae Expands Production for its Algae-based Ingredients

With a facility expansion by 2022, Allmicroalgae plans to double the production of its algae-based ingredients.

Lubrizol’s AlgaPūr HSHO Algae Oil has won third in the BSB Innovation Award.

Lubrizol’s AlgaPūr HSHO Algae Oil Wins BSB Innovation Award

Lubrizol’s AlgaPūr HSHO Algae Oil won third place in the BSB Innovation Awards recognizing innovation in cosmetics and raw materials.

BotanicalsPlus’ FermBiotic Series is a skin-wellness platform of microbiome-supporting fermented complexes derived from extracts and microorganisms.

BotanicalsPlus Optimizes Skin Wellness with FermBiotic Series

The latest active line includes Legume FermBiotic G., Marine FermBiotic L., Superfruit FermBiotic G. and Adaptogen FermBiotic S. to support the microbiome.

BASF and Solazyme Collaboration Launches First Commercial Surfactant

Solazyme, Inc. and BASF partnered in launching a high performance algal betaine—the first commercial surfactant derived from microalgae oil—for use in home and personal care applications.

Biophile Wins 2019's 'Best Face Serum'

“We’re thrilled with this early momentum and that our bio-shroom serum is among such remarkable ‘Best in Show’ brands,” said Alison Cutlan, biophile founder, scientist and award-winning skin care innovator.

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JD Phyto-Or 1%™ offers natural active skin repair– Download Data

Natural active skin repair. Enhanced skin elasticity. Improved skin tone. JD Phyto-Or 1% TM, a novel high-performing active for glowing skin and hair, featuring both JD Jojoba oil and concentrated Phytoene.

Sasol Chemicals will evaluate the effectiveness of Solugen's products, blends and derivatives in its household, personal care and industrial and institutional cleaning surfactant formulations, per the company.

Sasol Chemicals Launches Two Brands, Announces Agreement with Solugen

Sasol Chemicals will evaluate the effectiveness of Solugen's products, blends and derivatives in its household, personal care and industrial and institutional cleaning surfactant formulations, per the company.

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Rahn's Defensil-Pure Eco Pre/Post-biotic Supports 'Preservative-free,' Anti-inflammasome Skin Care

Clinical studies have shown that Defensil-Pure Eco can protect dry and atopic skin against further damage by quickly regenerating skin and "resealing" the barrier, per Rahn.

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Geltor’s Biodesigned PrimaColl Receives FDA Clearance for Food and Topical Applications

This clearance establishes PrimaColl as a collagen alternative for the beauty, wellness and nutrition industries.

ubrizol has introduced AlgaPūr High Stability High Oleic (HSHO) Algae Oil—a multibeneficial, bio-based oil for hair and scalp care.

Lubrizol’s AlgaPūr HSHO Algae Oil Naturally Repairs Hair and Scalp

Lubrizol has introduced AlgaPūr High Stability High Oleic (HSHO) Algae Oil—a multibeneficial, bio-based oil that protects the hair fiber from breakage, repairs split ends, provides shine, controls frizz and improves manageability and conditions.

The manufacturing facility will be the world’s first for sustainable rhamnolipid biosurfactants, according to the company.

Evonik to Build Manufacturing Facility for Sustainable Rhamnolipid Biosurfactants

The new facility will assist Evonk’s nutrition and care division to transition to a system solutions provider and meet the rapidly growing market demand for bio-based, biodegradable surfactants.

'Creating bioidentical ingredients at scale helps preserve global biodiversity and secure responsible ingredient supply chains while continuing to prioritize quality and product performance,' said Debut founder and CEO Joshua Britton, Ph.D.

Debut and L'Oréal Are Developing 12+ Bioidentical, Biobased Substitutions for Conventional Cosmetic Ingredients

"Creating bioidentical ingredients at scale helps preserve global biodiversity and secure responsible ingredient supply chains while continuing to prioritize quality and product performance," said Debut founder and CEO Joshua Britton, Ph.D.

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Clean Food Group's Fermented Clean Oil 25 Secures Cosmetics Approval

Clean Food Group has secured cosmetics approval for its fermented Clean Oil 25 in the UK, Europe and the U.S. Developed with THG LABS and Croda, this sustainable alternative to traditional oils is now ready for commercial use in skin and hair care.

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From Mother’s Milk to Moisturizer: dsm-firmenich Translates Human Milk Oligosaccharides into Glycare SK

Clinical testing showed a 16% reduction in TEWL after eight weeks, as well as a 13% increase in hydration after four weeks.

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The agreement reaffirms the industry’s shift toward sustainable and traceable raw materials in surfactants for cosmetics, personal care products and detergents.

Future Origins x Kao Collab to Introduce NALO, a Palm-Free Alternative for Surfactants

“NALO is not only a high-quality ingredient that performs, but it will also enable our customers to grow their businesses in a more reliable and sustainable way."

The transition toward 'clean,' sustainable and vegan formulations hasn't been linear; despite this, high-functioning alternatives continue to proliferate.

'Clean' Beauty Swaps: New Ingredients & Headwinds

The transition toward “clean,” sustainable and vegan formulations hasn’t been linear; despite this, high-functioning alternatives continue to proliferate.