Sustainable Packaging Solutions for Cosmetics and Detergents

06 November 2024 What fascinates you personally about working in the packaging industry and what aspects do you find most challenging? Vivian Loftin: I find it exciting that the packaging industry is currently undergoing a phase of transformation. This shift is...

Solving Fabric Care Formulation Challenges & Talking Trends with CP Kelco’s Alessandro Izzo, Manager, Sales Technical Service

30 October 2024 What are some of the new ideas you see in fabric care? There has been a growing emphasis on sustainability at every stage, from using biodegradable and plant-sourced ingredients to innovating with more compact formats to reducing water and energy...

EMotion® Line by ROELMI HPC: A Sustainable Innovation Transforming Clean Beauty

22 October 2024 In the ever-evolving cosmetics industry, sustainability and innovation are becoming essential pillars. ROELMI HPC’s EMotion® Line has positioned itself at the intersection of these two, offering sustainable, high-performance ingredients derived from...

High Performance Loves Low Dosages: Meeting Consumer Demands in the Laundry Detergent Market

16 October 2024 In this interview, we speak with Maria de Moragas, Marketing Manager BASF Home Care and I&I Solutions Europe, and Antoine Beziau, Technical Manager Liquid Laundry Detergents, BASF Home Care and I&I Solutions Europe, responsible for implementing...

Interview to TETRANYL L15-85E

09 October 2024 You are one of the recent launches from Kao Chemicals Europe to the market. Why are you so special? Kao has more than 30 years of experience in esterquats and offers more than 18 variants covering all market needs. Recently, they developed me with the...

A New Life for Your Skin: ETERWELL™ YOUTH

02 October 2024 At in-cosmetics Global this year your active ingredient won first prize. What is meant with your title ‘infinite well-ageing – powered by senolytic science’? For the first time in the industry, we provide a very solid substantiation on senolytics, in...

Interview with Brigitte Closs-Gonthier, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of R&D, Quality and Communication, SILAB

18 September 2024 SILAB is celebrating its 40-year anniversary this year. How did it all start? SILAB is an independent French company that was founded by Jean Paufique in 1984 in Brive-la-Gaillarde (Corrèze region, France). SILAB is celebrating its 40-year anniversary...

Exploring the New Frontiers of Exosome Research: An Interview on the Latest Research and Innovations

11 September 2024 Recent research has highlighted significant developments in the field of exosome research. Could you share the most groundbreaking findings related to plant exosomes and their relevance to cosmetic science? Certainly, the recent advances in exosome...

Bakuchiol in Focus: Innovations, Benefits and Market Trends in Skincare

04 September 2024 What particular challenges have you overcome in the development and production of Sytenol® A (Bakuchiol) and how do your innovative technologies contribute to the quality and stability of the product? SYTHEON France: The development of Sytenol® A...

Cacay Oil from Colombia: Anti-ageing Remedy from the Nut

28 August 2024 Your company CaryO specialises in the production of cacay oil. Cacay oil is considered an anti-ageing agent. What is it all about? Cacay oil, also known as the liquid gold of the Colombian Amazon, has been traditionally used by the indigenous...

Sharon Personal Care’s SharoHyal® Moringa: A Breakthrough Hair Restoration

31 July 2024 Pascal, you presented a poster presentation on “The Perfect Synergy Between Moringa Microproteins and Low MW Hyaluronic Acid.” What is this synergy? SharoHyal® Moringa acts like a vegan keratin, replenishing hair moisture, helping fight the signs of...

Preventing Long-term Damage with Balanced UV Protection

24 July 2024 Myriam, you are principal scientist at BASF’s Global Technical Center for Sun Care. What is the main focus of your work? I have been working in the domain of UV protection for skin for many years now. In my current role, I am involved in various...

Interview with Jimmy Yow Boon Beng, General Manager, Sales & Marketing, Davos, KLK OLEO

10 July 2024 Can you please share more about the DavosLife Revive and DavosLife Ageless skincare range? The aim of this collection is to offer to formulators a good starting point for their creations, and, at the same time, is a good example to show the...

The Power Of Personal: Why Self Sells In 2024 Beauty

03 July 2024 An interview with regional marketing managers Karine Lages (LATAM), Kacey Brides (NOAM), and Caroline de Roaldes (WEE) at Givaudan Active Beauty on the beauty sector’s must-know new trends. From the impact of emotions on consumer choices, the growth in...

Immediate and Long-lasting Action against Bacteria and Viruses for Surfaces

26 June 2024 What are the key challenges facing disinfection today? Today’s disinfection challenges are numerous and varied. Increasing travel has allowed for a greater diffusion of bacteria and viruses. What are the key challenges facing disinfection today?...

Microcare® Quat LDG. New Sustainable Liquid Diesterquat based on Olive Oil with Outstanding Benefits for your Formulations

12 June 2024 Could you provide more details on In-cosmetics' recent introduction of a new olive oil-based diesterquat? THOR has developed Microcare® Quat LDG to address market demands for high-performance and sustainable conditioning solutions. This innovative...

New Services at ProTec Ingredia: Market and Beauty Trend Knowledge for Cosmetics Manufacturers

05 June 2024 You are joining ProTec Ingredia as a Market Analyst and Trend Scout. Could you tell us how this came about? Since 2010 I have been blogging about natural cosmetics, niche brands, international beauty trends and interesting active ingredients on my...

The Secret of a Fit Skin and Latest Novelties in Exosomes from Plant Biotechnology

22 May 2024 Vytrus Biotech is renowned for pioneering plant stem cell technology applied to cosmetic science. This time, the biotech company embraces a novel approach to facial training to rejuvenate the skin... Vytrus Biotech is renowned for pioneering plant stem...

PrimalHyal™ 50 Life: A Virtuous Revolution for Hyaluronic Acid

15 May 2024 Mathias Fleury, Head of Category – Actives introduces PrimalHyal™ 50 Life, Givaudan Active Beauty’s transformational sustainability breakthrough in hyaluronic acid production Hyaluronic acid is a must-have skincare product for today's consumers. Why...

Natural Gums, Central Ingredients in the Formulation Challenges of Tomorrow

08 May 2024 You have just launched a new natural gum at In-cosmetics. Can you tell us more about it? Seppic has developed a highly thickening & moisturizing natural gum, Solagum™ GM, suitable for a wide range of galenics and textures, such as gels or emulsions....