EU moves to more ethical sunscreen testing
To make the case for more widespread use of sunburn-free testing, the European Commission recently funded a campaign during which the sun protection factor (SPF) and UVA protection factor of...
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TopiC.A: New active ingredient for blemish-prone skin by microbiome research
Beiersdorf announced the launch of its new skincare approach to acne-prone skin with DERMOPURE CLINICAL PROBIOM8. Rather than broadly targeting bacteria, the product’s patented cosmetic active ingredient uses viable skin-native...
Lubrizol Advances Sulfate-Free Formulation Design with New Glucamate™ Evolve Thickener
Lubrizol introduces Glucamate™ Evolve thickener, a high-performing biodegradable thickener specifically designed for sulfate-free surfactant systems. Developed to deliver exceptional viscosity building, excellent clarity, enhanced foam quality and superior fragrance tolerance,...
What is the Seal of Acceptance
Eczema is a chronic condition that still has no known cure, which means managing it at home with the right products is key. For the millions of people who live...
European Commission requests SCCS for scientific opinion on safety of...
Cuminaldehyde (CAS No. 122-03-2, EC No. 204-527-4), is an aromatic aldehyde naturally occurring in several Natural Complex Substances (NCS), particularly in cumin oil. It is used in cosmetic products mainly...
The power of flowers for the skin
BASF Personal Care has unveiled ‘Floragenist’, a range of new floral active ingredients for the skin with scientifically proven efficacy. Inspired by traditional plant extracts and based on epigenetics, the...
Lipid from the fermenter
The Swedish company Melt&Marble has launched Marble7, its first precision-fermented lipid for the body care market. The bioactive and biomimetic 3-in-1 lipid has been developed for skincare, make-up and haircare...
Cosmetics Preservation
A preservative is a substance of natural or synthetic origin intended to inhibit the growth of microorganisms. This inhibition must be effective over a wide range of activities and for...
Cosmetics: part of a health-conscious lifestyle
A new consumer study by Cosmetics Europe reveals a shift in the role of cosmetics in people’s everyday lives: whilst taking care of one’s appearance remains important, health, self-confidence and...
TPO in nail products: One substance with two regulatory rules
The European Union (EU) has announced a complete ban on trimethylbenzoyldiphenylphosphine oxide (TPO), a widely used photoinitiator in UV/LED-cured nail products. Following its reclassification as a CMR Category 1B substance,...
