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Emogreen from Seppic, a biodegradable alternative to silicones

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Faced with regulations on silicones, Seppic with Emogreen, offers a biodegradable, high-performance alternative to meet consumer demands for sustainable hair care.

At a time when consumers are increasingly demanding naturalness and sustainability in hair care, Seppic has positioned itself with Emogreen. This range of plant-based, biodegradable emollients offers an effective, environmentally-friendly solution to the declining use of traditional silicones, often criticized for their non-biodegradability and negative environmental effects.

Performance confirmed by sensory analysis

A comparative analysis has demonstrated the sensory similarity between traditional silicone oils and Emogreen. For example, Emogreen L15 effectively mimics Dimethicone 5cst, with comparable sensory properties but less greasy residue on hair fibers, while offering a perfect alternative to volatile silicones like D5 and D6.

Seppic has also developed a matching identification tool enabling formulators to replace silicones while retaining essential properties such as shine and volume control. The range excels particularly in volume control for textured hair, as illustrated by Emogreen HP 40, and frizz control with Emogreen C69.

By combining innovation and natural performance, Seppic offers consumers a premium sensory experience with Emogreen, a solution that is anchored in the current trend towards naturally-sourced cosmetics. This innovation paves the way for sustainable hair care products, adapted to the impending regulatory challenges.

Fiabila introduces its new cuticle gel to the nail care market

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Fiabila unveils Cuti'soft Emollient, the first gel specifically designed for cuticles. This product adds to an innovative offering that strengthens the company's position on the global market.

Nail care specialist Fiabila recently presented a series of hybrid care products, highlighting its Cuti'soft Emollient innovation. This sublimating gel with cucumber water and hyaluronic acid moisturizes and softens the periungual area without leaving a greasy residue. In tests, 100 % of users reported softer, more moisturized cuticles after just one week's application.

Reinforcement and shine

In addition to the cuticle gel, Fiabila has launched 3D Hue'lighter Top Coat, a formula that withstands extreme conditions thanks to Aura Beam technology and a lotus-effect resin. A user test showed that 85 % of participants observed prolonged shine, and 80 % noted improved chip resistance. The product line also includes the fast-drying 30 Sec ‘Shine top coat, suitable for on-the-go use. Tests showed that 100 % of users achieved complete drying in just 30 seconds.

For enriched care, Sheerlighter, with its adaptive reflective pigments, strengthens nail structure and improves the surface, according to 95 % of users tested. Finally, Coco Kera-Py Dry Oil nourishes and strengthens dry nails, with 93 % of users reporting an immediate sensation of nourishment and suppleness.

Fiabila demonstrates its commitment to «scientification», a methodology combining consumer tests and clinical studies to prove the efficacy of its formulas. This approach confirms the company's leading position in the global cosmetics sector, a market estimated by Euromonitor to be worth 5.6 billion euros by 2024.

Pet Care: reliable tests for high-performance care with Eurofins C&PC

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Pet Care: a booming market with changing requirements

The Pet Care market is experiencing spectacular growth, driven by the increasing humanization of pets and the quest for ever safer, more effective products. This dynamic is drawing attention to a major challenge: how can we develop animal care products that are effective, safe and compliant with an increasingly demanding regulatory framework?

Unlike cosmetics, Pet Care products are not covered by Regulation (EC) n°1223/2009, but by Regulation (EU) 2023/988 on general product safety. They are also subject to REACH and CLP regulations. Depending on their composition and claims, some may even fall within the scope of biocides or veterinary medicines, making their development particularly complex.

In France, Bill 1711 (July 2025) now puts the spotlight on groomers' health, while the industry as a whole recognizes a dual responsibility: to ensure product safety for both animals and humans - owners and professionals alike.

Approaches differ from country to country:

  • In Switzerland, products are subject to chemicals legislation; ;
  • In Australia, the model is inspired by the veterinary field, with flexible thresholds; ;
  • In China, standard GB/T 43839 (2024) lays down new safety criteria incorporating foreseeable and abusive uses.

Eurofins C&PC: expertise at the service of Pet Care quality and safety

In this constantly changing environment, Eurofins Cosmetics & Personal Care places its scientific and regulatory expertise at the service of manufacturers and formulators. Its offer covers all the needs of the sector:

  • Regulatory & Toxicology SDS, labeling, UFI, notification to poison control center ;
  • Chemical analysis challenge test (ISO 11930), allergens, heavy metals ;
  • Studies in vitro Eye and skin irritation (OECD 492 and 439) ;
  • Clinical studies Patch test, HRIPT, open test, coat quality assessment (gloss, brushing, etc.), sniff test, use test; ;
  • Consumer tests / Home-Use Trial

Thanks to an approach combining science, compliance and innovation, Eurofins C&PC helps its partners develop safe, high-performance and compliant Pet Care products, inspiring trust and loyalty in a market where animal welfare and human safety go hand in hand.

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Bormioli Luigi launches Edge, a new standard bottle

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Beyond specific, sometimes particularly complex glass shapes, Bormioli Luigi offers a collection of ready-to-develop models with a wealth of aesthetic and technical choices. These turnkey products offer solutions for short production runs and rapid development. Edge is one of the latest additions.

Designed for both men's and women's fragrances, Edge features high shoulders and a square stature. Its sharp edges, hence the name, are rather complicated to industrialize. The distribution of the glass follows the shape of the bottle, creating depth and an elegant interplay of volumes.

It is now available in a unique 100 ml format. Fitted with a screw ring (SNI 15), it enables brands to develop a recyclable, refillable product.

Décor, the path to customization

Edge lends itself to all the forms of decoration offered by Bormioli Luigi's integrated workshop: sputtering, metallization, printing and, of course, Inside interior lacquering, whose shade promises to emphasize the thickness of the glass and the smallest volumes of the room. All of these finishing touches play a part in the quest for ultra-customization.

A standard range for all markets

Bormioli Luigi's ready-to-go collection includes almost fifty references for perfumery, cosmetics and home fragrance. Brands opting for a standard product benefit from the same Bormioli Luigi premium service, from the birth of the project to its final phase.

[video] LipoTrue: the development of new, highly effective ingredients

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The Spanish company LipoTrue specializes in the development of highly effective active ingredients for the cosmetics market. Meet the company's R&D and production departments, and look back on their two latest launches.

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Biomim'expo 2025 awards: biotechnological innovations rewarded

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The ninth Biomim'expo Awards, held in Marseille, highlighted bio-inspired innovations revolutionizing a wide range of sectors. Among the winners, pioneering and sustainable solutions stand out.

The annual rendezvous Biomim'expo, now based in Marseille, celebrated its ninth edition by revealing the winners of the Biomim'expo Awards 2025. This year's event saw a record number of entries, thanks to the relevance and diversity of the projects presented, particularly in the field of biotechnology. Each winning project drew its inspiration from the natural developments observed throughout our ecosystem.

Startups in the spotlight

In the startups category, Agriodor took first prize for its biocontrol solutions to replace traditional pesticides. By developing natural fragrances such as kairomones and allomones, it is able to influence the behavior of insect pests to protect crops.

Crystal Energy, co-founded by Frédéric Sauvage, won both second prize in the startups category and a special energy award. Its transparent photovoltaic glazing technology is based on the principles of photosynthesis, and offers an environmentally-friendly alternative, free from critical and toxic materials.

Students and bio-inspired research

The competition also highlighted student creativity. The SupBiotech school's Spiky'Mune project won for its cholera vaccine, while the Ant'ibitique project stood out for its innovative research on the antimicrobial secretions of the «Megaponera analis» ant.

Research projects, such as Antcar, also attracted attention for their technological applications inspired by insect behavior. «Antcar», developed by Gabriel Gattaux and his team, aims to create ultra-efficient autonomous robots in terms of memory and energy.

Expanscience unveils its first two nutraceuticals for the US market

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At the SupplySide Global trade show in Las Vegas, the French laboratory presented Macanity Bio and Tulsinity Bio, two certified organic plant extracts with targeted benefits for women's health and overall well-being.

Laboratoires Expanscience has taken the next step in the development of its nutraceuticals business. At the SupplySide Global trade show, held from October 27 to 30 in Las Vegas, the French group presented Macanity Bio and Tulsinity Bio, its first two active ingredients dedicated to well-being, designed according to the plant extraction and sustainable sourcing standards for which it is renowned in cosmetics.

With these launches, Expanscience confirms its ambitions in the fast-growing US dietary supplements market, estimated at $69.3 billion in 2024 (+5.2 1TP6Q). The event marks a new stage for the laboratory, historically positioned in active cosmetics, which is now extending its B2B offering to the nutraceuticals sector.

Two high value-added assets anchored in a sustainable approach

Macanity Bio, a red maca extract from an organic and Fair For Life-certified Peruvian production chain, targets the specific needs of women at different stages of their lives, particularly during menopause. Rich in benzyl glucosinolates, it helps support muscular vitality, bone density and general well-being. The variety selected by Expanscience has a high concentration of bioactives, while guaranteeing the absence of undesirable compounds thanks to a clean label process and rigorous controls.

Presented for the first time at the show, Macanity Bio embodies the Group's analytical and scientific approach. It complements the earlier launch, in May 2025 at Vitafoods Europe, of Tulsinity Bio, a patented extract of holy basil grown in India using organic, Fair For Life and ROCTM (Regenerative Organic Certified) certified regenerative farming practices.

Tulsinity Bio acts on the link between psychological stress and skin imbalances. Its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and adaptogenic properties are backed up by a pilot clinical study and tests. in vitro. Made in France, this full spectrum extract aims to improve the quality of daily life by acting on the body-mind balance.

An offering in line with the Group's social and environmental mission

With these two references, Expanscience is bringing to the nutraceutical world the commitments that have shaped its cosmetics strategy: pharmaceutical quality, responsible sourcing, traceability and social impact. Our supply chains are certified to exacting standards, helping to preserve biodiversity while supporting local communities.

These first two launches fully embody our ambition: to offer everyone the means to shape their own well-being through an eco-socio-innovative offering that is scientifically proven and demanding in terms of quality. »explains Armelle Le Péniec, Director of Cosmetic and Nutraceutical Active Ingredients at Expanscience.

A clear ambition in the U.S. market

A recognized player in active cosmetics for almost 50 years, Expanscience is now banking on the synergies between cosmetics and well-being to establish a long-term presence in the nutraceuticals sector. The laboratory's historical expertise in plant extraction, natural formulation and efficacy evaluation supports this strategic diversification. The US market, which is sensitive to natural products with a strong scientific content, represents a major lever for international development. Continued growth in this sector, driven by the search for high-performance natural solutions, is one of Expanscience's strategic priorities.

Superga Beauty and Appinio: beauty innovation through the voice of young consumers

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Superga Beauty joins forces with Appinio to integrate consumer expectations into its strategies. Generation Z study reveals innovative personal care trends.

For the past four years, Superga Beauty has teamed up with Appinio to put the voice of the end consumer at the heart of its development, a strategic choice that applies to the gift, full service and formula areas. According to Leslie Bréau Meniger, President of Superga Beauty, this customer-centric approach stems from her career at L'Oréal. She says: « I trained at L'Oréal, with one obsession: always start with the end consumer. Listening to what they want, understanding their needs, that's what gives us the edge. It's this conviction that we apply every day at Superga Beauty, to offer our customers ideas, concepts and products that make all the difference. "

A revealing study of Generation Z

The recent study conducted jointly by Superga Beauty and Appinio focuses on Generation Z, who are particularly committed to their cosmetic choices. It reveals that 27 % of young women consider themselves passionate about skincare, while 24 % express a strong interest in haircare. The results also underline heightened expectations in terms of quality and transparency, with 29 % and 33 % of participants respectively wanting visible, proven results.

Impact on the innovation process

The results of the study directly influence the new collections proposed by Superga Beauty, aligned with key consumer profiles. « Today, innovation can no longer take place in a vacuum. It must be connected to the market and the end consumer. Appinio studies enable us to adapt our proposals very quickly, with direct, contextualized feedback. »says Leslie Bréau Meniger.

Schwarzkopf unveils Full Hair Wonder for denser hair

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Schwarzkopf launches Full Hair Wonder to boost hair density as winter approaches. This product promises to seduce those in search of substantial hair volume.

With winter just around the corner, Schwarzkopf introduces its new Gliss Full Hair Wonder range, designed specifically to boost hair density. This season is often synonymous with dull, brittle hair, and the cosmetics giant has a solution to remedy the situation.

Anticipating winter needs

The strategy behind the launch of Full Hair Wonder lies in its ability to anticipate consumers' seasonal needs. Schwarzkopf relies on formulas reinforced with active ingredients to provide a concrete response to hair density concerns.

Increase capillary volume

By integrating Full Hair Wonder into hair care routines, Schwarzkopf aims to offer an enriched sensory experience while meeting the technical expectations of its users. Research and development around this range is focused on recovering hair's natural volume and vigor.

Assessing skin longevity: a white paper from SGS

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SGS has published a new white paper detailing state-of-the-art non-invasive techniques for assessing skin health and longevity. The document aims to provide researchers with scientifically validated strategies for evaluating products.

The key mechanisms of skin aging

SGS has unveiled its latest white paper entitled Skin longevity: from ancient wisdom to modern clinical evaluation. This document focuses on the biological mechanisms that influence skin aging, such as cellular senescence, oxidative stress and telomere shortening.

Non-invasive tools and integrated clinical protocols

The white paper also explores the non-invasive tools that are revolutionizing clinical skin examination. These methodologies include macro imaging, biomechanical testing and biomarker analysis, enabling the production of objective, reproducible data. SGS emphasizes the importance of these techniques in supporting evidence-based product claims. The combined use of visual, functional and molecular measurements creates a robust multidimensional framework for product innovation.

The outlook for the future in this sector remains promising, with the development of ‘omics’ technologies and standardized clinical protocols. These developments pave the way for significant improvements in consumer confidence and innovation in dermo-cosmetic products.

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