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Cosmetic Ingredients
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Balancing/Soothing
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Moisturizing
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Rheology/Thickener
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Anti-aging/Face
BASF Extends its Peptide Portfolio with Pepsensyal for Slow Aging
Inspired by the natural regenerative process of the skin, Pepsensyal has been clinically proven to reduce and delay the first visible signs of aging, the company reports.
Specialized
Tiny Bubbles Drive Massive Benefits in Beauty and Beyond
Event Coverage
Revealed: 5 Cosmetic Actives You'll Find at In-Cosmetics Asia
Latest
Actives
Retinol Skin Care is Thriving: New Launches from Goop Beauty, Philosophy and Glow Recipe
According to a market analysis report conducted in 2023 from Grand View Research, the global retinol market for beauty products is expected to reach $1.79 billion by 2030, growing at an annual rate of 3.8%.
Actives
La Mer: New Findings on Skin Inflammation
Lead scientist of luxury brand reveals recent findings that may shape the future of inflammation skin care products.
Sponsored
Kalichem CT Web Exclusive 10-21-24
Anti-aging/Face
A Key Player in Dermis-Epidermis Communication
SILAB presents COMMUSYS®, natural anti-aging active ingredient rich in biopeptides derived from the yeast Pichia stipitis, which acts on transcompartmental communication in the skin for hydrating, smoothing and radiance-boosting effects.
Hair Care
A new collagen era for hair care with Col-Frag remastered™
Col-Frag remastered™ is a type I collagen fragment produced in Wild plants as biofactories through vertical farming, that provides volume, gloss and facilitates combing.
Safety/Stability
[updated] Could UV Affect Benzene Formation? New Findings in BPO Acne, Rosacea Products
Of some 111 OTC drug products taken from retail shelves and tested at room temperature, 34%, including brands such as Clearasil, CVS Health, La Roche-Posay and Proactiv, exceeded the FDA's conditional benzene limit. The PCPC weighed in on these findings.
Regional
Has DSM-Firmenich Put Us on a Path to a New U.S. Sunscreen Approval?
DSM-Firmenich has submitted its Parsol Shield (INCI: Bemotrizinol) UV filter to the FDA for review in hopes of earning it a GRASE status and inclusion in the U.S. OTC Sunscreen Monograph. This would be the first new sunscreen added in 25 years.
Actives
CycloRetin™ and Corneopeptyl™: Combining the best of nature and science
Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant leads the shift toward greener peptides in skincare. CycloRetin™, from P. heterophylla, rivals retinol without irritation, and Corneopeptyl™ rebuilds the skin barrier, reducing wrinkles and improving hydration.
Hair Care
How a Kudzu Isoflavone Tonic Mitigates Female Hair Loss
Kudzu isoflavones were explored in vitro for the potential to signal the hair growth cycle in dermal papilla. Promising results led to the development of an anti-hair loss tonic using kudzu root extract, which was tested in vivo in 40 Chinese women.
Consumers/Market
Expert Opinions on Well Aging and Radiance: Pearl Skin, Fermented, Mood Enhancing, Longevity Focused, Bio-targeted, etc.
Innovators will have to dig deep to respond to consumers' longing for that youthful, radiant glow; whether through supplements, biological targets, mental wellness, etc. Beauty has been elevated beyond skin deep; perhaps even further than ever imagined.
Skin Care
Biomimetic Vegan Silk to Enhance Healing, Protect Skin and Fade Imperfections
This article explores a vegan silk material for its ability to support wound healing and barrier repair upon exposure to UV and pollution. It also examines effects on irritation and the appearance of skin imperfections such as pores and breakouts.
