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Schwan Cosmetics launches sustainable packaging solutions
Schwan Cosmetics sets a new standard in beauty with its EcoVadis Platinum Certification and the launch of FLX-TECHNOLOGY—an innovative, fully recyclable packaging solution. Discover how this breakthrough helps beauty brands meet 2030 EU sustainability targets with ease and style.
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Great Africa Group secures exclusive Henkel distribution deal
Great Africa Group has become the exclusive distributor of Henkel’s popular personal care and home care brands in Southern Africa, creating new growth opportunities across major retail chains. Discover how this partnership could shape the region’s retail landscape.
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Industry innovators honoured at in-cosmetics Global awards
Discover which breakthrough ingredients and sustainable solutions took top honours at the 2025 in-cosmetics Global Awards, judged by experts from L’Oreal and more. See who’s leading the future of cosmetic science and find out which innovations impressed the industry’s biggest names.
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Azelis unveils new Beauty Boost formulations
Discover Azelis’ new Beauty Boost formulations—16 innovative, ready-to-use solutions designed for efficiency, scalability, and sustainability in personal care. Visit in-cosmetics Global to see how Azelis is setting trends with hands-on labs, technical seminars, and the latest in sustainable beauty innovation.
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New coatings platform to shape pharma innovation
Discover Roquette’s new coatings platform—where advanced performance meets sustainability for pharma, nutra, and OTC markets. Experience faster production and eco-friendly innovation with Tabshield® and ReadiLYCOAT® ready-to-use coating systems designed to meet your evolving needs.
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Croda Beauty Actives transitions to PFAS-free peptides
Croda Beauty Actives is taking the lead by shifting to PFAS-free peptides, addressing growing safety concerns around these ‘forever chemicals’ in cosmetics. Discover how this move prioritises both sustainability and your well-being—read more about the industry’s new standards.
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MS inclusion in US Pharmacopeia to boost biologics impurity control
A new US Pharmacopeia chapter will give mass spectrometry a key role in detecting impurities in biologic drugs, promising better control and safer products. This step could reshape how the pharma industry manages risks and develops advanced biotherapeutics—discover what this means for the future of impurity control.
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First whole human genome sequenced at ACEGID
ACEGID has sequenced Nigeria’s first whole human genome, marking a historic step for genomics in Africa. Discover how this breakthrough and new training centre will boost local expertise in next-generation sequencing, bioinformatics, and AI—helping to unlock African genetic diversity for global science.
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e-Commerce expansion for SOiL Organic Aromatherapy
Discover SOiL Organic Aromatherapy’s certified organic oils and skincare, now available on Amazon South Africa. Experience convenient access to trusted wellness products – from KwaZulu-Natal farms straight to your door – and see what’s driving SOiL’s exciting local and global online growth.
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Brenntag Specialties to distribute Sarex’s UV protection solutions
Brenntag Specialties will now distribute Sarex’s next-generation Triazine-based UV filters, boosting UV protection for beauty, personal care, and more. Discover how this partnership brings advanced sun protection solutions and global expertise to key industries.
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Chronic medicine delivery reaches major milestone
Cipla Foundation’s Sha’p Left project has delivered over two million chronic medicine parcels in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, making healthcare more accessible for local communities. Discover how this milestone is easing pressure on state facilities and improving patient convenience across South Africa.
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IMCD launches Beauty Studio in South Africa
IMCD has unveiled its innovative Beauty Studio in Johannesburg, offering local beauty brands a creative space with ready-to-use base formulations and expert support to speed up product development. Discover how this new hub could boost your next hair care launch.
