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Neo-gourmand perfume: The evolution of gourmand fragrances
Discover neo-gourmand perfumes, where Düllberg Konzentra charts the move from Angel’s trailblazing sweetness to modern blends that weave savoury, salty and umami notes—think seaweed, miso and vegetal accords—into refined, wearable scents. Explore how this bold evolution mirrors changing tastes and fuels new creativity.
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Glucamate Evolve: Biodegradable thickener for sulfate-free products
Meet Glucamate Evolve, Lubrizol’s biodegradable thickener for sulfate‑free systems—delivering high viscosity at low use, clarity, honey‑like glide, and richer foam. Fragrance‑tolerant (4–5%) and silicone/cationic‑compatible, it empowers premium baby, sensitive‑skin, hair, gel‑to‑foam, and clear cleansers.
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Woolworths recalls WBeauty Complete Clarifying Shampoo
Woolworths has issued an immediate voluntary recall of WBeauty Complete Clarifying Shampoo (250ml) after QA testing found Pluralibacter gergoviae in a limited batch—a preservative‑resistant bacterium linked to cosmetic contamination. Risk to healthy users is low, but immunocompromised customers should stop use—click for next steps.
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Düllberg Konzentra the meister perfumers
Discover how Düllberg Konzentra blends German craft with modern innovation to create distinctive fragrance solutions for beauty and home care. Explore their artistry, sustainable sourcing, and turnkey support that help brands move from concept to market with confidence.
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Vytrus Biotech pushes boundaries in regenerative skincare
Discover how Vytrus Biotech is redefining regenerative skincare with next‑gen actives born from advanced plant biotechnology. Explore the science, performance data, and what this breakthrough means for formulators seeking efficacy, sustainability, and differentiation.
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Security, sustainability, innovation: the triple advantage
For over 25 years, KwaZulu-Natal-based VR Print has been transforming the pharmaceutical and cosmetic packaging landscape with its specialised label solutions. What began as a high-performance printing operation has evolved into an industry leading supplier that’s reshaping how brands communicate with consumers.
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Strategic investment for PRIME
In a bold move that underscores its market leading position as a TPCM, PRIME has significantly expanded its production capabilities with the acquisition of a state-of-the-art tube filling machine, the NORDEN 602, as showcased at Propak Africa.
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Takealot and Thirteen Lune bring global beauty brands to SA
Takealot has sealed an exclusive partnership with US-based beauty discovery platform Thirteen Lune—its first international expansion—to bring a curated mix of founder-led, premium global brands to South Africa. See why this move signals a new era for local beauty and the making of SA’s most trusted destination.
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Master perfumer Marc vom Ende joins Bell Leipzig
Bell Flavors & Fragrances appoints master perfumer Marc vom Ende to its Leipzig/Miltitz hub from August 2026, uniting heritage craft with data-led creation. With decades across Berlin, Hamburg, Holzminden, New York and Paris, he’ll merge artisanal technique, raw‑material analytics, odour masking/bloom insights, and a clear-eyed view of AI.
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Lubrizol targets drug delivery challenges at CPHI Milan
At CPHI Milan (6–8 Oct 2026), Lubrizol will spotlight multifunctional excipients at stand 1F40—showing how Apisolex boosts API solubility up to 50,000-fold with high loading, and how Apinovex supports oral forms—to elevate formulation performance, patient experience, and product differentiation.
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South Africa cannabis law: From private use to public value
South Africa’s cannabis law is at a crossroads: private use is protected, but commerce, investment and public value remain stuck in a legal grey zone. Webber Wentzel maps a practical path—clear rules for cultivation and access, safer medical routes, inclusive value chains, and traceable trade.
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Timeless beauty products and skincare staples – Clere
In a world of endless beauty launches, only a few products earn a permanent place on the shelf. Discover how Clere’s timeless staples—led by multi-use petroleum jelly—solve everyday concerns like dry skin, chapped lips and rough heels with simple, versatile care that outlasts trends.
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Future-proofing pharma QC: Navigating regulations and testing in 2026
Future‑proof your QC in 2026 with advanced analytics, robust validation, and ALCOA+ data integrity. Learn how to meet tougher FDA/EMA/ICH expectations, modernise lab workflows, and turn digital evidence into faster, cleaner approvals—powered by practical insights and Labotec solutions.
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Repel-O-Tex Crystal Premium: Cold wash stain removal
Meet Repel-O-Tex Crystal Premium from Syensqo—a biodegradable soil-release polymer that delivers standout stain removal in cold, short wash cycles. Engineered for liquid and pouch detergents, it boosts cleaning by 30%+, protects fabrics from greying and grease, and supports energy-saving, sustainable formulas.
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South Africa API Innovation Cluster Phase 2 launch
South Africa has launched Phase 2 of the CSIR-led API Innovation Cluster, backed by DSTI and TIA, to cut medicine imports and boost local resilience. Discover how a national network and CSIR’s FuturePHARMA and CPT Pharma API+ labs will speed small‑molecule APIs from lab to market.
