Formulation & Science

Squalane: What some suppliers may not be telling you...

Squalane: What some suppliers may not be telling you...

By Michelle Yeomans

Despite various cosmetic companies investing in more sustainable alternatives to shark liver oil (squalane), one expert believes that there are still issues with supply in that some specialised producers are passing off shark squalene as that of the more...

Henkel Innovation Challenge

Henkel to hold its sixth year innovation challenge in Shanghai

By Michelle Yeomans

The finished goods manufacturer is to hold its annual innovation challenge finals in Shanghai where students from around the world will compete to develop a concept for a sustainability-related product or technology for the brand.  

Australian anti-aging peptide can satisfy skin repair demands

Australian anti-aging peptide can satisfy skin repair demands

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

New York-based cosmetics manufacturer has turned to an Australia-based biotechnology company to provide the peptide for its anti-aging creams as it looks to meet consumer demand for products that tackle skin damage.

Scientists reiterate nanotechnology in sunscreens is safe

Scientists reiterate nanotechnology in sunscreens is safe

By Andrew McDougall

The American Academy of Dermatology has reiterated the importance and safety of sunscreens for protection against skin damage, highlighting the effectiveness of nanotechnology and stating that new FDA regulations will be of great help.

Merck launches new skin lightening trio

Merck launches new skin lightening trio

By Michelle Yeomans

German chemicals player Merck unveiled three of its newest skin lightening products at in-cosmetics in Barcelona last month.  

Mulberry root extract developed to help with eyelash growth

Mulberry root extract developed to help with eyelash growth

By Michelle Yeomans

A formulation featuring mulberry root extract to promote eyelash growth has been developed by Japanese based company Fuji-Sangyo. This comes as one of many hair growth tonics the company unveiled at in-cosmetics in Barcelona last week.