Breakthrough ingredients
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Jojoba Glaze super emollient for hair and skin care
Discover the power of Jojoba Glaze, a super emollient packed with over 88% jojoba oil for lasting gloss and moisturisation. Perfect for skin, hair, and long-wear cosmetics, this innovative gel matrix keeps your look radiant and your formulas stable—find out how it can elevate your next product.
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The depigmenting potential of sulphur-containing peptides
Discover how Lightskin, powered by advanced biotech and sulphur-rich peptides from unique yeast, delivers proven results for brighter, more even skin. See why 91% of Asian volunteers noticed visible improvement—unlock the science behind this next-generation depigmenting innovation.
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Vantage presents a proven solution for sensitive skin
Discover BioSignal Lipid 10 MB—a new active ingredient designed to help sensitive skin feel calm and comfortable. See how this trusted solution addresses triggers from cosmetics, hormone changes, and health conditions. Find out what makes it ideal for people seeking gentle, effective care.
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The beauty and cost-saving benefits of inverse emulsions
Discover how inverse emulsions are transforming personal care by delivering unique textures and significant cost savings. Learn why this evolving technology from AECI Specialty Chemicals is becoming essential far beyond its original uses.
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Avo seeds a new alternative to microplastics
Discover how ground avocado seeds, now replacing harmful microplastics, are transforming beauty products. After years of rigorous research, Westfalia Fruit and Dr. Craft unveil a breakthrough exfoliant that’s safe, effective, and eco-friendly—see how this natural innovation could change the skincare industry.
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BASF announces innovation partnership with Ingredi
BASF has formed an innovation partnership with Ingredi to bring cutting-edge plant-based actives, inspired by traditional Chinese medicine, into personal care products. Discover how this collaboration will unlock new global solutions rooted in natural Himalayan resources.
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Pivot away from hard to source emollients with Naatium Oleam
Discover how Naatium Oleam by Unicare Ingredients offers a reliable, sustainable alternative to scarce and costly emollients, making reformulation easier than ever. See why top formulators are making the switch for consistent supply, cost savings, and proven performance.
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RAHN and ERIGER establish a partnership
Discover how RAHN’s new partnership with Laboratoires ERIGER brings cutting-edge PhytoVec technology—delivering high-potency, UV-protected active ingredients—to key global markets. Explore the future of advanced encapsulation for cosmetics and actives.
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New bio-surfactants for carbon-neutral beauty care
Discover Solvay’s new Mirasoft SL L60 and SL A60 bio-surfactants—100% renewable, biodegradable, and designed for eco-friendly beauty care. See how these innovative ingredients are shaping the future of carbon-neutral hair and skin products for a more sustainable South Africa.
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Iberchem launches biodegradable fragrance encapsulation technology
Discover Iberchem’s Vernovacaps—the first fragrance capsules to meet strict OECD biodegradability standards. Designed for fabric softeners and soon personal care, this breakthrough technology leads the way in sustainable scent solutions. Find out how Iberchem’s innovation can boost your green portfolio.
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Gattefossé unveils Solastemis active ingredient at in-cosmetics
Discover Solastemis™, Gattefossé’s groundbreaking active ingredient that helps protect skin from UV damage and supports healthy skin. Learn how this plant-based innovation responds to modern skincare needs and the science behind its unique protective benefits.
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Excellence in ingredient innovation awarded at in-cosmetics Global
Discover the groundbreaking ingredient innovations honoured at in-cosmetics Global 2022. See which companies and products set new benchmarks in personal care, as the world’s top experts reveal this year’s award-winning breakthroughs—chosen from a record 180 entries. Find out who made the cut and why.
