Omyacare® S70 KP: Elevating Waterless Personal Care Formulations

For personal care formulators, the shift to waterless products presents opportunities to innovate with solid bars, powders, and blocks that align with environmental responsibility, minimising water usage, reducing packaging waste, and offering effective, concentrated formulations. 

Omyacare® S70 KP, a natural mineral additive from Omya, is specifically designed to meet these demands, offering exceptional performance in solid format formulations like soap bars.Continue reading

Up-Citrus Rheo: A Sustainable Rheological Innovation for Personal Care

Up-Citrus Rheo is a 100% natural rheological agent derived from upcycled lemon peel waste, offering eco-conscious formulators a sustainable alternative to traditional rheological agents, with multifunctional benefits. 

With upcycled beauty expected to grow at an annual rate of 6.6% by 2031 (according to a report by Allied Market Research), now is the time to take advantage of high-performance ingredients such as Up-Citrus Rheo by Sinerga.Continue reading

Neolone® BioG: Sustainable Preservation for Personal Care

Neolone® BioG is a high-performing preservative by LANXESS that combines sustainable innovation with effective antimicrobial protection, making it a go-to solution for personal care formulators. The raw materials for Neolone® BioG Preservative are derived from non-GMO corn, sugar beet, sugar cane and sustainably sourced palm oil. It meets ISO 16128 standards and is COSMOS and NATRUE-certified. Continue reading

Anti-Pollution Actives

Written by Sam Wood in our Technical Team 

Since the dawn of the industrial revolution, pollution has become an ever-increasing issue as society has reaped the benefits of new technologies and improvements in quality of life that our ancestors could only dream of.Continue reading

The Power of Preservation: LANXESS’ Preservative Solutions for Personal Care Formulations

In the competitive and fast-paced personal care industry, product preservation is paramount. Consumers expect safe, effective, and long-lasting formulations, while manufacturers face the challenge of balancing performance with regulatory compliance and consumer preferences for mildness and sustainability. LANXESS, a global leader in specialty chemicals, offers a versatile range of preservatives designed to meet the diverse needs of personal care formulators.

In this blog, we spotlight three innovative solutions from the LANXESS portfolio: Neolone® BioG Preservative, Purolan® PE N Preservative and Kathon® CG Preservative.Continue reading

Unlocking Oral Care Excellence with Verdant’s Mackam® 50 OC

In today’s health-conscious world, oral care has transcended from mere hygiene to an essential component of daily well-being. Consumers are increasingly aware of the benefits of maintaining oral health, driving a surge in demand for milder formulations that don’t compromise on effectiveness. At Verdant, they are creating reliable solutions to meet the demands of the market.Continue reading

Tackling Hair Loss: From Prevention to Re-Growth

Hair loss is a growing concern for consumers, driven by factors like stress, hormonal imbalances, pollution, and ageing. With increased awareness of the connection between scalp health and hair health, the concept of skinification—adapting skincare principles for hair care—is reshaping the market. Consumers are now looking for holistic solutions that target the scalp as the foundation for healthy, resilient hair.Continue reading