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Jan 25, 2012 - Biotechnology-based Ingredients, the Hidden Part of "Natural" Products by Jean-Pierre Molitor
Actual consumer's demands for "natural" cosmetic ingredients are well perceived by the major suppliers in personal care. You just need to count the company booth's at a fair like "In-Cosmetics"...
Dec 28, 2011 - Palm Oil - Production Overview by Amanda Foxon-Hill
As a cosmetics industry we want natural but for many, palm just doesn’t cut it. We take a look at the production of palm oil and the work of the Round Table for Sustainable Palm Oil to see if this... (1 Member Reaction)
Jun 8, 2011 - Natural Vs Nature Identical - Can the skin tell the difference? by Amanda Foxon-Hill
When it comes to formulating a cosmetic product the actives or bits that fulfil all of those fluffy promises can consume some serious coin and that's why it pays to make sure that your body can...
May 18, 2011 - Closing the Sensory Gap Between Silicone and Carbon Chemistry by Amanda Foxon-Hill
As our desire for natural deepens research into sustainable, more efficient, more effective or more ‘copy friendly’ ingredients makes more and more sense and while it pays to remember that not all... (6 Member Reactions)
Mar 31, 2011 - Conventional Treatment Actives Used in Color Cosmetics by Nick Morante
The use of more conventional active ingredients that have been used exclusively in treatment products to make special claims for anti-aging, skin rejuvenation, improve skin elasticity, reduce wrinkles... (1 Member Reaction)
Mar 23, 2011 - Hair Care Value Attracts Consumers by Nancy Jeffries
Hair care products have become particularly versatile in today's market. They target special needs, with everything from moisturizing shampoos and conditioners, to glosses, humidity-defying treatment...
Mar 16, 2011 - Baby Care Nurtures with Nature by Nancy Jeffries
The Baby Care market is showing growth, particularly in the areas of naturals and sun care. It is strengthening its foothold with products that appeal to consumers' consciousness regarding performance...
Mar 2, 2011 - Genetic Modification in the Cosmetics Industry by Amanda Foxon-Hill
Where would the cosmetics industry be without vegetable oils? Among other things they form the backbone to our surfactants, emulsifiers and emollients, condition our hair and skin and help thicken...
Jan 19, 2011 - Skin Care Takes the Lead by Nancy Jeffries
Skin care remains the category leader in today's beauty market. Specific needs, primarily anti-aging, skin nourishing, and revitalizing, as well as newly strong multinational players, have combined to...
Dec 22, 2010 - What's New in Haircare Formulations? by Imogen Matthews
The global haircare market grew by 3.3% in 2009, according to Euromonitor. Haircare was one of the worst affected by the economic downturn and manufacturers have been reluctant to... (11 Member Reactions)
Dec 15, 2010 - The Convergence of Medicine & Beauty by Karen Young
"As more and more physicians and pharmaceutical companies join the skincare market, the consumer’s expectations are teased even further. Stem cells, BioMarking, DNA sequencing and Pharmacogenetics... (2 Member Reactions)
Dec 8, 2010 - Consumers Choose Naturals by Nancy Jeffries
Consumers are making their preferences known for natural and organic beauty and personal care. Growing concern about chemicals in beauty and personal care products continues to spur manufacturers and...
Nov 10, 2010 - Interview with Maria Hatzistefanis, Founder of Luxury Beauty Brand Rodial by Imogen Matthews
Rodial is a cult luxury beauty brand consisting of a range of innovative, fast acting products which claim to offer radical results without surgery. All Rodial products contain pomegranate ellagic...
Nov 3, 2010 - Preservation Challenges – The Natural Market by Amanda Foxon-Hill
Formulating for the natural market can be fun until you try to keep your 'pure-enough-to-eat' cosmetic shelf safe for the required time. Many preservatives have been criticized for their potential to... (4 Member Reactions)
Oct 20, 2010 - Make - Up to Treat Aging Skin by Vispi Kanga
Anti-aging skin - care ingredients are popping up in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes, with claims they'll help minimize wrinkles and brown spots by improving their appearance even after you are no... (2 Member Reactions)
Sep 29, 2010 - The Eyes Have It by Nancy Jeffries
Eye makeup and treatment products are strong performers in today's burgeoning eye care market. Enhanced lashes, featuring lash growth and volumizing formulations, and the reduction of fine lines, dark...
Sep 8, 2010 - Easier Formulating with Natural and Organic Ingredients by Nick Morante
Formulating with natural and organic ingredients and being able to create an organic formulation is becoming so much easier. This is because the availability of natural and certified organic... (1 Member Reaction)
Aug 25, 2010 - Baby Care Market Variables by Nancy Jeffries
The Baby Care market experienced volatility recently, as the economy has impacted purchases. However, natural formulas, rich emollients and ingredients including natural oatmeal, wheat, and... (1 Member Reaction)
Aug 18, 2010 - Revamping the Lipstick Market by Nick Morante
The use of sticks for various cosmetic applications is very important in delivering various product functions and attributes. In the color and decorative area, stick products, mainly lipsticks, were...
Jul 21, 2010 - Panacea 2010 International expo and symposium on “naturals” by Vispi Kanga
Panacea 2010, is the only prominent trade show and international symposium on “naturals” in South Asia which took place in Mumbai, India from February 10 to12, 2010. This 4th international expo...

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