TOPICS THIS WEEK

There have been some dramatic changes observed in the field of sun care. These are mainly driven by the elimination of two widely used UVB filters in new sunscreens: Octocrylene (OCR) and Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (EHMC). There are growing concerns about their safety profile for humans and the environment.

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Expert in oral health

In synergy, several microorganisms ensure a healthy oral flora. If this is out of balance, inflammation and periodontal diseases can develop, which sometimes lead to systemic diseases. Stefan Fellner reports on the positive effects that the use of an extract from medicinal moor can have.

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Beauty Division

Marchesini Group is opening the doors of its Beauty Division. From 26 to 30 April and in the first week of May, the new facilities, recently built inside the Pianoro Headquarters, will host a large selection of machines and production lines developed to meet the needs of the cosmetic industry. Customers and suppliers will have the opportunity to see technologies, designed to cater for the entire production cycle of a cosmetic product, from process to end of line.

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in-cosmetics Global: Join us in Paris from 5-7 April

Whether you’re a personal care creator or supplier of ingredients, fragrances, lab equipment, testing or regulatory solutions, in-cosmetics Global has something for you. Join us in Paris from 5-7 April, as well as virtually from 11-22 April as we reunite the personal care industry by hosting educational seminars, testing zones, countless networking opportunities, brand-new ingredient launches, and so much more!

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SYNCRYSTAL Rose Opal - A New Effect Pigment for Magical Effects

At the in-cosmetics global 2022 in Paris, ECKART will be launching SYNCRYSTAL Rose Opal, its latest effect pigment for Cosmetic and Personal Care applications. This exceptional pigment with a unique color flop, intense interference and a natural illumination effect opens new possibilities for formulating eye-catching make-up and skin care products.

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Safe and efficient sunscreens

Since demands, legal requirements and customer wishes are constantly evolving for sun care products, continuous development is essential. Stanislaw Krus talks about the latest knowledge, safety, and quality standards.

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CosmeticBusiness 2022: Turn trends into business

From 1 to 2 June, the cosmetics supplying industry will meet at the MOC in Munich and present new solutions and innovations for the entire value chain in the cosmetics industry. From ingredients to production and creative packaging, decision-makers from the fields of development, purchasing and product management will find plenty of inspiration for new cosmetic products.

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Effective mixing technology

Not just the ingredients and the formulation are decisive for a good product. The manufacturing process also influences the quality. Ulf Sieckmann explains how a special technique can be used to achieve a high sun protection factor with little use of materials.