anti-hair greying essence obtained by upcycling the peel paste from organic Chios mandarins . Lipoid Kosmetik won Bronze for PhytoCollagen , a plant-based alternative to animal collagen with similar cosmetic benefits .
Solid silicones
Also within the solid formats and waterless themes , Wacker Chemie presented its new ‘ Solids & Concentrates ’ line . In particular , the new water-compatible silicone resin elastomer gel Belsil REG 1103 is said to combine desirable sensory properties with easy dissolution in water by acting as an emulsifier , thus making it easier to dissolve the solid formulation . “ Mixing the gel with water produces a stiff cream characterised by a fullbodied , homogeneous texture . Belsil REG 1103 B combines the skin-sensory properties of non-cross-linked silicone polymers with the film-forming effects of silicone resins ,” the firm stated . Another Wacker formulation was a new kind of translucent , non-sticky and fast-drying brow soap formulated as a stiff gel . This incorporated Belsil PF 100 , a polyfunctional phenyl silicone fluid with a higher refractive index than conventional alternatives . It is designed for hair care products and decorative cosmetics . The new products on show from the Surface Solutions business unit of Merck KGaA were RonaCare Baobab and RonaCare Hibiscus . Both , said global strategic marketing manager Elena Nunno , were developed from the pulp of nutrient-rich superfoods , the baobab fruit and the hibiscus flower . Applications are envisaged in skin care products of all kinds . The former offers “ strong protection of skin matrix components , especially elastin and collagens ” and to reduce skin irritation , while the latter “ minimises skin irritation , supports the care of sensitive skin , shields from oxidative stress , protects collagens from degradation and increases skin cells ’ vitality ,” the company said . Further botanical and
Symrise showcased its ‘ Clean Beauty ’ concept
marine-derived cosmetic actives are to be launched shortly . Seqens made three additions to the AdvensCare range of ingredients and intermediates for cosmetic formulations and perfumes it had launched in 2021 . These are all produced in France :
• AdvensCare MBCi , a light-yellow liquid used for the synthesis of esters with olfactory profiles ranging from passionfruit to woody
• AdvensCare PPA , a white crystalline powder with a sweet floral scent , which is also used in skincare products as a fixing agent
• AdvensCare M2P , a colourless to yellow liquid used for the synthesis of perfuming agents with ‘ green ’ notes Arkema showed for the first time Peroxal CS grades , which are produced from highly purified hydrogen peroxide for stabilisation in high performance hair products and nail preparations , skin and oral hygiene products . These are available as 30 %, 35 % and 50 % solutions . It also had two new formulations in its
Orgasol range of cosmetic powders : Water Shadow in red or brown and Halal highlighting cream , which was developed with Halal ingredients .
Smells like team spirit
Among other flavours and fragances houses who exhibited their capabilities in personal care in Paris , Symrise showcased its ‘ Clear Beauty ’ concept , which focuses on three fundamental pillars : environmentally safe , sustainable and ethical , and safe for the skin . Specific product introductions in Paris were :
• Hydrolite 8 Green , a microprotection product based on neat caprylyl glycol derived from natural castor oil , which offers sebum protection and antioxidant properties
• SymHair Thermo , a natural complex that creates a film to protects hair against heat damage and improves long-lasting styling , even in high humidity environments .
• Heliopan ZnO mineral UV filters based on zinc oxide
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