International Flavors & Fragrances Inc (NYSE: IFF) (Euronext Paris: IFF), a leading innovator of sensory experiences that move the world, has named Dominique Ropion Master Perfumer.
This nomination by the company is a recognition given to perfumers who have demonstrated a continuous and extraordinary level of creativity and expertise in the field of perfumery, as well as exceptional leadership and a significant impact on the fragrance industry. Dominique Ropion is the second perfumer within IFF to receive this prestigious title, created in 2013.
" IFF welcomes people who go further and harder to pursue their art with passion and, in so doing, revolutionize our industry. "says Andreas Fibig, Chairman and CEO of IFF. " During his 17 years with us, Dominique has consistently demonstrated an exceptional level of creativity and passion for his art and for our customers. We congratulate him on all his successes - and look forward to many more to come. ".
Dominique Ropion's path to perfumery began when he was a teenager. Studying physics in class, he worked in a perfume laboratory during his summer vacations and developed a fascination for the art of perfumery. His fascination materialized in the form of an internship, hopefully followed by a job at a perfumery school, where his talent was revealed and developed. He worked in the industry for 18 years before joining IFF in 2000. Since then, he has created or co-created fragrances for some of the perfume industry's most prestigious and iconic brands, including Christian Dior, Thierry Mugler, Lancôme, Givenchy, Frederic Malle, Issey Miyake, Yves Saint Laurent, Paco Rabanne and The Body Shop. However, his designs have not been limited to fragrances for major houses, and he has publicly expressed his fascination and passion for creating fragrances for more mainstream product categories, such as mass market and specialty fragrances.
Dominique Ropion declared: " I feel humbled by this title, and while I'm proud to have created fragrances for prestigious brands around the world, I'm also particularly excited about the road ahead: continuing to discover the world of scents, and training the talents of tomorrow at the IFF perfumery school. ".
Dominique Ropion's other honors include an Oscar from Cosmétique Magazine in 2010, the title of Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in 2012, and the prestigious Prix International du Parfum Cosmetic Valley in 2008 (formerly Prix François Coty). At IFF, he counts among his successes the Scent Design School and his work on evaluating and developing new molecules.
" Dominique has always been considered one of the masters of our industry. "says Nicolas Mirzayantz, Group President, Fragrances. " He is known for enjoying the challenges posed by all aspects of perfume creation, using his insatiable thirst for learning and his desire to be challenged outside his comfort zone. His innate curiosity, extensive knowledge of perfume history, commitment to the highest standards of craftsmanship and enthusiasm for sharing his expertise with the next generation are known and deeply appreciated by our entire creative team. ". Nicolas Mirzayantz continues: " I am proud to welcome Dominique as IFF's new Master Perfumer, and congratulate him on his lasting contribution to the perfume industry. ".
FF awards Dominique Ropion the prestigious title of Master Perfumer
Croda acquires marine biotechnology specialist Nautilus
Croda International Plc, creator, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance ingredients and technologies for some of the world's leading brands, announced on January 11 the acquisition of Nautilus Biosciences Canada Inc ('Nautilus'), a marine biotechnology company based in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
Nautilus was founded in 2007 by Professor Russell Kerr, who, together with a team of internationally renowned scientists, focuses on using marine microbial biodiversity to discover new materials and active ingredients. Thanks to this acquisition and the associated patents, Croda will be applying this innovative science to all its business sectors.
Croda and Nautilus have successfully collaborated in the past, having worked closely together for the past six years, developing specific applications for skin and hair care as well as plant protection.
Steve Foots, CEO of Croda , commented: "This is yet another clear example of how sustainable innovation fits into our growth plans. With Nautilus now part of the Croda Group, we are further extending our expertise in biotechnology. The Nautilus team, which will be joining us, has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in marine biotechnology, also known as "blue biotechnology". We will be able to bring new patented products to market to complement our renowned ingredients in green and white biotechnology, giving us a broad spectrum of possibilities in this area of science".
Professor Russell Kerr, founder of Nautilus , added: "We have enjoyed a collaborative and positive relationship with Croda and the University of Prince Edward Island for many years, and have been impressed by Croda's commitment to developing marine biotechnology opportunities. Becoming part of the Croda group will provide Nautilus with the resources and support to establish a key center for the research and development of natural products derived from the marine world, and will provide Croda with new commercial successes".
TNT Global Manufacturing achieves $19.5 million in sales in 5 years
Co-founded in 2013 by Toby Cattermole (CEO Hong Kong) and Thomas Diezinger (CEO France), TNT Global Manufacturing reached sales of 19.5 MUSD at the end of 2017 for a workforce of 15.
In addition to its 2 entities in Paris and Hong Kong, the company opened an office in New York at the end of 201 7 to meet the specific needs of the American market, headed by Boris Schaefer, Vice President Sales North America.
TNT Global Manufacturing is renowned for its expertise in the development and manufacture of high-end metal, wood and plastic components and cases for the perfume and cosmetics industry.
The company stands out for the high quality of its products' manufacture and finish, and the engineering skills of its team, able to realize and technically optimize its customers' artistic creations.
Unipex distributes Algaia SA's range of texturizers
Algaia SA has decided to entrust Unipex with the distribution of its range of texturizing specialties derived from seaweed, for the cosmetics, industrial and medical device sectors in the France, Benelux, Maghreb and West Africa geographical areas from January 1, 2018 .
These products are manufactured at the Lannilis plant in Brittany, providing direct access to seaweed, most of which is processed fresh from the Iroise Sea. Today, France is the 2nd largest producer of seaweed in continental Europe, with almost 100,000 tonnes harvested each year, half of which is destined for Algaia SA.
Algaia SA also has a research and development center in Saint - Lô in the Manche department, inaugurated in October 2016 and featuring a host of sophisticated equipment and an industrial pilot unit. The R&D center boasts a team of scientists, algologists and application experts who develop innovative, high value-added products and blends for its customers.
Naturalness, traceability and sustainable development are criteria that are widely developed at Algaia and Unipex.
First edition of the Lipids & Cosmetics Congress
The Cosmetic Valley competitiveness cluster opens a branch in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region and organizes the first edition of the brand new Lipids & Cosmetics conference in Bordeaux, in partnership with the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region, its Development and Innovation Agency (ADI-NA) and the Institut des Corps Gras (ITERG).
The Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, which has been a partner of the Cosmetic Valley competitiveness cluster for the past three years, is home to more than 150 companies in the beauty industry, and boasts excellent expertise in the very specific field of lipids, which are eminently strategic for the cosmetics industry since 70% of the raw materials used in cosmetic emulsions are lipids (vegetable oils, fatty acids and alcohols, etc.) or lipid derivatives (emollients, emulsifiers), which provide stability, richness and efficacy. This expertise is backed by the Canejan-based Institut des Corps Gras (ITERG), which has become the European benchmark for the knowledge, analysis and technology of fatty substances.
A major issue for the industry, innovation in the field of lipids will be at the heart of this new congress, dedicated to the latest research and innovations in the fields of skin physiology, oleochemical processes, extraction, purification and analytical techniques, as well as new formulation technologies based on lipid raw materials.
Some thirty high-level speakers are expected to take part in this scientific event.
Information : https://lipidscosmetics.sciencesconf.org
Charming lipstick by Strand Cosmetics
Strand Cosmetics Europe's Charming Lipstick is distinguished by its formula based on beeswax and plant waxes with moisturizing properties and an ultra-comfortable texture. It glides on and melts onto lips, covering them with intensity and shine. A complex of filling spheres combined with wheat extract adds volume to lips and erases surface imperfections. Provitamin E provides antioxidant and regenerating properties.
Highlights :
- Free of derivatives of mineral origin
- Applies easily and glides smoothly over lips
- Glossy coverage
- Intense color
Cosmatagora 2018, Gattefossé takes on a new challenge
The 10th edition of Cosmetagora is an opportunity for Gattefossé to launch its brand new Inspiration concept.
Providing pleasure, surprise and motivation, this tool has a real objective of awakening creativity and innovation, and aims to bring a breath of fresh air to the various players in the cosmetics industry. For years, the company has been creating ever more innovative textures in its laboratories, in order to inject ideas for formulas into its customers' developments.
For 2018, Gattefossé offers three themes, between trend and inspiration, which make up a collection of 8 formulas.
As every year, Gattefossé also takes part in the competition for the Formulation Prize: 10 years, 10 ingredients. Gattefossé presents a texture, simple but no less simplistic, in which all its know-how as a formulator has been put at the service of sensoriality.
About this new "Inspiration" tool
Inspiration is built around a series of themes that will give new ideas to formulators, enabling them to reinvent cosmetics by showing, for example, new ways of using Gattefossé ingredients.
These themes have varying degrees of originality to meet different creative needs and expectations.
The original, innovative formulas in these themes enable brands to discover new textures and generate new ideas for future launches.
These textures are perfect for revealing Gattefossé lipochemical ingredients outside their comfort zones and used in other applications.
The themes and formulas of this 2018 edition
This year, Inspiration will feature three themes: Move it, Be fresh and Think twice:
Move it aims to accompany the routine of sporty consumers who want to get and stay fit and healthy; Be fresh is inspired by the cold and reinvents freshness through innovative textures; and Think twice speaks of illusions and trompe-l'œil thanks to unexpected galenics.
8 innovative formulations will be presented: "Coco Sweat", an anti-perspiration powder that must be diluted in water, "Ice, Ice, Baby", a day cream as fresh as an ice cube, or "Liquid Balm", whose name is evocative enough to understand that its sensoriality will surprise.
"Quali Glass Coat" the new decoration process from Stoelzle
This new technique offers a range of new decorative effects with very low environmental impact (versus conventional lacquering) and greater mechanical resistance.
With this new decoration process, Stoelzle Masnieres Parfumerie combines innovation and environmental commitment.
Glass production represents, on average, 70% of the environmental impact. Electricity consumption accounts for 37% of the impact of glass production, which justifies the priority given to this resource.
Since 2017 the site's electricity consumption now comes solely from French 100% renewable resources.
The extraction and transportation of the components used in glass production account, on average, for 30% of environmental impact. This rate is reduced by the proximity of the raw material: sand is extracted 200 km from the plant and transported by boat.
In 2017, Stoelzle Masnières Parfumerie's environmental footprint was reduced by 17 %.
Naturex at Cosmetagora 2018
Eliorelys combats the damage caused by blue light
Eliorelys, a cherry blossom-based active ingredient used in skincare and from Naturex's Eutectys™ range, offers effective protection against the damage caused by blue light emitted by cell phones, tablets and computers, according to the results of a new study conducted by the group.
In a comet assay, researchers found that human keratinocytes incubated with Eliorelys displayed a significant reduction in DNA damage (up to 75 %) compared with cells that had undergone no treatment. The results indicate that Eliorelys™ exerts a protective effect against DNA damage caused by blue light. The full results of this study will be unveiled at the Cosmetagora trade show in Paris (Espace Champerret, January 9-10, 2018).
It has long been recognized that exposure to UV rays contributes to skin damage, premature aging and carcinogenesis. Until recently, however, no one had considered artificial blue light to be potentially harmful. But recent studies, confirmed by Naturex's own study, have concluded that blue light can actually cause damage to cultured human keratinocytes and skin, leading to levels of skin aging similar to those caused by UVA rays. On average, we spend five hours a day in front of a screen, and 90 % of 20-65 year-olds use electronic devices every day. This means that blue light could cause widespread skin damage.
Eliorelys is extracted from cherry blossoms using an exclusive patented process based on Natural Deep Eutectic Solvent (NaDES) technology. For targeted application to the skin, this extract features a superior phytochemical profile offering protection against cellular damage caused by UV and blue light.
Fortify strengthens the Beautyfood range
At Cosmetagora, Naturex will also present Fortify - the fourth and final instalment in its Beautyfood collection of skincare products, formulated with ingredients derived from plants in the food chain. The new range includes five nutrient-rich ingredients inspired by beverages and foods: ginseng, oats, bamboo, nettle and ginger. All these ingredients are renowned for their regenerating and stimulating powers.
The ingredients in the Fortify range are sourced in accordance with Naturex's leading-edge requirements in terms of traceability and transparency. Fortify ginseng, for example, is grown on small to medium-sized farms in north-eastern China, using farming practices that make a point of preserving nature and the environment.
Working with Naturex, local ginseng growers have set up an environmental program that encourages biodiversity. Growers use manual weeding to minimize pesticide use, and plant trees to offset carbon dioxide emissions.
The "wow" effect of the Naturex offer
Stéphanie Puel, Director of the Personal Care Division at Naturex, explains: "Our approach at Cosmetagora will be to unveil nature's beauty secrets and showcase some of the most exciting natural active ingredients on the market today. Consumers love to be inspired by innovative beauty products offering real benefits. With this in mind, Eliorelys and the new Fortify range offer high performance and bring the "wow" effect that will surprise the end consumer."
Peel Off mask from Strand Cosmetics Europe
Fresh to the touch, the gel texture of the Peel Off mask provides an immediate effect. pore refiner as it dries. It then forms a film that is easy to remove after about ten minutes, leaving skin healthy and radiant.
How does it work? As it dries, the formula captures imperfections, dead skin and impurities from the skin, which the film mechanically carries away with it when it is removed. During application, the film plays an occlusive role, facilitating absorption of the complex of plants rich in flavonoids, arbutosides and depigmenting tannins, with their radiance-enhancing properties.
Key ingredients: Complex of plants rich in flavonoids, arbutosides and depigmenting tannins with radiance-enhancing properties.
