Mackadet® OPR-2 is a bio-based opacifier that offers a fantastic alternative to synthetic acrylate-based ingredients. It is made from renewable ingredients, fully biodegradable and comes as a cold processable concentrate.Continue reading
With many people now needing to wear face masks all day long while at work or out and about, it’s no surprise that eyes have become more important than ever as a means of expressing ourselves. So personal care brands are now embracing new and effective eye care formulations that will help soothe tired eyes and boost confidence.
As the sheer number of uses for pea protein comes to light, Sinerga are harnessing the power of peas into cosmetic formulations that act as sustainable alternatives to current market offerings. If you consider yourself a cynic when it comes to natural formulations, simply read ahead for all the reasons to give peas a chance!
Since their inception, Sinerga have placed a great deal of importance on offering green ingredients that respect the skin and the environment in equal measures. Their range of emulsifiers are created sustainably and responsibly, putting the needs of both the formulator and the market front and centre.Continue reading
We attended Mintel’s recent webinar, ‘Surviving and thriving in the “next” normal for fragrance’, to better understand the challenges and opportunities that face the fragrance market now and in the short, medium and long term future.
The PC market is experiencing an unprecedented shake-up. Brands who had planned beauty and cosmetic formulations on projected trends are having to re-think their lines for the medium-term future due to the global pandemic which is changing behavioural and purchasing behaviours.
The current global situation has put numerous industries in a position of uncertainty and change, and when this change occurs, it’s always an excellent idea to assess consumer patterns. Hairdressers and beauty salons have been closed for a long time, and it can be difficult to predict whether consumer habits will remain the same or shift entirely when trying to formulate appealing products.
We’re excited to introduce Velsan® CGE, a new COSMOS-approved preservation booster from Clariant.
Due to increased demand, there is currently a market shortage of rheology modifiers for alcohol-based hand sanitisers, so we have put together a list of ingredients that can be used in this application.
Clariant’s new COSMOS-approved ingredient activates Magnesium minerals from the Dead Sea and is ideal for formulators looking to create aluminium free deodorants.Continue reading
