French company Imerys, a global supplier of specialty mineral solutions for industry, is presenting its portfolio of sustainable solutions for cosmetics formulators at in-Cosmetics Global (Paris, April 16-18, 2024), including two new products.
Consumers now want to buy personal care products formulated with natural and organic ingredients from sources that are both transparent and sustainable. What's more, consumers and formulators alike are looking to simplify their beauty routines and products through a "less is more" approach that favors simple all-in-one solutions containing fewer - and less controversial - ingredients that, while effective, also perform multiple functions.
At in-Cosmetics Global, Imerys is exhibiting its range of mineral solutions derived from ground calcium carbonate, diatomaceous earth, kaolin, mica, perlite and talc, designed to help cosmetics formulators meet the evolving needs of the personal care industry and the preferences of today's consumers.
New products
New products unveiled in Paris include make-up and hand-wash products.
Cosmos-certified, ImerCare 400D is a new mattifying agent for lipsticks, designed as a natural 100 % alternative to synthetic silica. Based on microporous diatomaceous earth, ImerCare 400D demonstrates superior absorption according to Imerys, offering a natural mattifying effect in lipsticks, as well as good sensory properties and thermal stability.
ImerCare SandyScrub provides gentle exfoliation in hand soaps used in industrial environments such as garages and workshops. ImerCare SandyScrub, volcanic rock for industrial hand scrubs, is produced from natural volcanic rock, and is backed by a secure supply chain and microbiological compliance.
Pioneer solutions
Imerys is also presenting "Pioneer" products for cosmetic applications at in-Cosmetics. Gentle on the skin, they are made from ingredients of natural origin, durable and transparent.
● ImerCare Matte is a Cosmos-certified white kaolin solution for achieving a superior, nude matte effect in gels and creams, liquid foundations and pressed powders. ImerCare Matte kaolin is a natural 100 % alternative to synthetic mattifying agents such as nylon and polyethylene powders and polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA).
● Cosmos-certified, ImerCare 6M is a multifunctional technical mica solution for providing superior cohesion as well as transparency and luminosity in pressed powders. ImerCare 6M comes from Imerys' Breton site in Ploemeur (France). The company, which owns the site, is able to guarantee the product's transparency and complete traceability within the EU, thus meeting the demand for responsible sourcing of ingredients.
● ImerCare 400D, a Cosmos-certified microporous diatomaceous earth, is a highly effective absorption agent in deodorants and antiperspirants. ImerCare 400D meets the growing demand for aluminum-salt-free deodorant formulations that both absorb sweat and control body odor while being gentle on the skin.
● ImerCare Blur is a patented, Cosmos-certified, calcium carbonate-based product of natural origin, specifically designed to confer both a mattifying and a soft focus effect in powders and anhydrous products. ImerCare Blur has been designed as a natural alternative to synthetic ingredients such as synthetic silica, nylon and PMMA used to mattify cosmetics.
● ImerCare P-Scrub is a technical perlite, derived from natural volcanic rocks, designed as an effective ecological alternative to the polymer microbeads used in face and body scrubs. The ImerCare P-Scrub range is available in a wide range of particle sizes, designed to provide just the right exfoliating effect in face, body and foot scrubs, and anti-dandruff shampoos. "This range is perfectly in line with market demand and regulatory requirements for plastic-free cosmetics.says Imerys.
Introduced in 2021, the Pioneer rating is an integral part of Imerys' internal SustainAgility Solutions Assessment (SSA) program, which is used to measure the social and environmental footprint of its products from birth to end of life. The SSA is based on a "robust and standardized Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) method that provides objective, reliable and specific data." It enables customers to make informed choices when selecting Imerys products.
At in-cosmetics Global 2024, held in Paris from April 16 to 18, Clariant is showcasing CycloRetin, a natural active ingredient for skin care. Present in the prince of ginseng (Pseudostellaria heterophylla) - a plant prized in Chinese medicine for its many benefits, from treating fatigue to boosting vitality - CycloRetin activates the benefits of retinol while being naturally gentle.
CycloRetin's heterophyllin B molecule is a cyclic peptide that boosts skin matrix production, improving collagen and reducing the signs of aging. With efficacy comparable to that of retinol and bakuchiol, CycloRetin promotes youthful-looking skin. Water-soluble and requiring minimal concentrations, the active ingredient is environmentally friendly. Two formulas containing this ingredient - Firming Mask and Mask Mist - will be presented at in-Cosmetics 2024.
"While exploring the benefits of cyclic peptides in our laboratory, we discovered the exceptional potential of the prince of ginseng to restart the skin matrix production cycle. Highly effective, even in low concentrations, peptides play a crucial role in maintaining the appearance of youthful skin."explains Julie Droux, Global Technical Marketing Manager for Clariant Actives and Natural Origins.
In north-west France, Bretagne has always been a seawardlooking region with its 2,730km coastline - the longest in the country. It has developed a strong cosmetics industry which draws on its long tradition of thalassotherapy and on its use of marine and plant resources. The regional businesses featured in this article are showcases of this innovative sector.
Turning resources into finished products
The region's cosmetics industry currently has around 170 businesses operating across the whole value chain: from the recovery of raw materials, testing and formulation through to packaging. Bretagne is France's top region for marine cosmetics and one of the world's key providers of marine ingredients.
Discover the directory of players in the cosmetics sector in Bretagne here.
A strong training and research network
Bretagne enjoys a dense network of scientists and students which supports the industry in its innovation. For example, the main marine biotech research teams are based there. A wide range of courses up to doctorate level are available throughout the region, covering all professions: production of raw resources, formulation, and aesthetic care to R&D in chemistry or biotechnology.
A whole region pulling together
In Bretagne, networks are strong and many. Public and private stakeholders come together to promote its capabilities and to innovate in formulation, packaging, marine bio-resources and tests. To support this drive, the Regional Council has set out priorities in its roadmap which include the development of an innovative cosmetics sector while addressing the digital transition and ecology.
Public and private stakeholders have ample opportunity to share and develop their insights and knowledge, by jointly attending international trade fairs or at events organised in Bretagne.
Biotech Santé Bretagne, your innovation support partner
As a technology innovation center and with its expertise in cosmetic ingredients, Biotech Santé Bretagne supports businesses from the cosmetics industry in their efforts to innovate. It is partner in national associations and cosmetics clusters (Cosmed, Cosmetic Valley...), and helps project developers in their cosmetics research: bio-sourced packaging, sustainable active ingredients, molecular screening, rheology etc.
Featuring some regional businesses that are driving cosmetics innovation
AGRIMER - Is seaweed the answer to youthful-looking skin?
Leader in the harvesting and development of marine resources, AGRIMER is the only cosmetic laboratory officially recognized by the French state (Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant) thanks to its unique know-how in the development of Breton seaweed. AGRIMER laboratories are committed to sustainable innovation. AGRIMER has developed a new active ingredient: ALGAFILLER®. This super-powerful active ingredient is derived from a self-regenerating macro-alga sourced in Brittany. With a coenocytic structure made up of a single giant cell, it has an exceptio¬nal capacity for healing and infinite regeneration.
This 100% natural ingredient is the result of AGRIMER's patented upcycling extraction process, which promotes the solubilization and bioavailability of the algae's active fractions. The benefits of ALGAFILLER® have been proven through in vitro and in vivo tests: - Reduce crow's feet wrinkles depth by 12.3% - Increase cheek volume by 6% - Reduce depth of the nasolabial fold by 22.2% - Increase dermal density by +17.3% - Increase skin firmness by +15.2% Learn more about AGRIMER
BERTIN BRETAGNE - Produce your ingredients from pilot scale to industrial scale
Bertin Bretagne, created in 2020 in Vannes (Britany-France), is proposing innovating process in green ex¬traction, refinery and purification of vegetable biomass. We are equipped with an R&D laboratory to develop customer project and with larger machines to produce at larger scales (10kg up to 50t). We provide you customized services in: 1/ Biomass Extraction Solvent used: Water/ EtOh / Ethyl Acetate / Acetone / Ecoxtract (Hexane alternative) 2/ Physical refining Deodorization / Discoloration Removal of residual solvent traces Removal of pesticide contaminants Winterisation: oil dewaxing Reduction of PV or FFA 3/ Extract Purification and concentration Concentration and purification of molecule fractions using Molecular Distillation (e.g. Separation of unsaponifiable molecules of virgin oils) 4/ Green Chemical process Ethyl trans-esterification, saponification, Liquid/liquid separation Our factory quality standard is FSSC22000/ISO9001 and is certified by ECOCERT as Cosmos Toll Manufacturer. Learn more about BERTIN BRETAGNE
GLOBAL BEAUTY CONSULTING - Your expert for cosmetic formula development project
GBC, is a cosmetic formulation laboratory located in Quimper. Since 2017, we have been supporting our customers in their cosmetic formula development projects: tailor-made work, from specifications to industrialization. Our mastery of formulation techniques enables us to develop a wide range of formulations for all types of applications. GBC is a team of experts ready to listen to your needs, whose foundations are expertise and quality, adaptability and openness to the world of cosmetics, and more globally to the world around us, whose interests we also protect to the best of our ability.
Our latest innovation: Gel aux éclats de karité, the freshness of a gel, the comfort and richness of shea thanks to a lipid phase encapsulation technology, offers a unique texture for a complete skincare product: the creation of this wax/ butter network enables lipophilic active ingredients to be encapsulated; the gelled phase can also contain water-soluble active ingredients. The aim was to create a "macroencapsulation" that could be industrialized on standard production machines, and thus create a wax/butter network enabling lipophilic active ingredients to be encapsulated without any specific technology. Learn more about GLOBAL BEAUTY CONSULTING
LESSONIA - Alter-powders: the range of functional and plant ingredients in powder, as alternative to unwanted cosmetic ingredients in formulations
Since 2002, LESSONIA's core business and expertise has been the design and manufacture of cosmetic ingredients.
At a time when environmental awareness is growing and consumers want to avoid using cosmetic products containing unwanted ingredients, LESSONIA offers new perspectives by proposing a new range of functional ingredients. These plant-based ingredients are technical alternatives to unwanted ingredients. For example, they offer alternatives to synthetic polymers, talc, surfactants and modified starches. To develop and manufacture this range, LESSONIA is capitalizing on its industrial tools for transforming plantbased powders and on its formulation expertise. This is a strategic shift away from its core business of manufacturing exfoliating particles and micronised plant powders. The range is the result of an R&D project aimed at identifying the potential cosmetic applications of many white and colorless plant raw materials. One of the main objectives of this development was to offer plant-based solutions that would not have any organoleptic impact on the formulas. His ALTER-POWDERS range contains 6 ingredients whose functions are to emulsify, thicken, gel... Learn more about LESSONIA
For 30 years, OCEALYS has supported many cosmetic brands in the creation and development of their full skin care ranges. From small emerging brands to large cosmetic groups, the laboratory is recognized for its expertise, creativity, innovative strength, ethics and sensoriality.
Biotechnologies and Nature at the service of cosmetics With its Biomolenez R&D center specializing in tailor-made marine active ingredients and plants valorization, OCEALYS offers unique support in the 360° creation of cosmetic ranges (liquid or solid). The laboratory ensures permanent regulatory monitoring and collaborations with numerous scientific centers.
Organic marine and plant resources in the spotlight OCEALYS promotes marine resources (algae, clays, mother waters, micro algae, etc.) sourced in the most beautiful areas of the Iroise, Molène, Iceland and Corsica marine parks. Plant and cosmopolitan resources are also its strong point: Norman apples, essential oils and endemic plants from Corsica or Provence, turmeric from Reunion Island, Malagasy ravelana butter... Learn more about OCEALYS here and here
ODYCEA - Your supplier of active ingredients led by nature explorers
We draw our inspiration from the heart of plant intelligence by unlocking the secrets of living organisms and of this mysterious nature at the roots of life. The natural substances identified have new and innovative properties or original mechanisms of action. Their effectiveness is scientifically proven. This innovation is intended for the Research and Development departments of french and international cosmetic laboratories.
Odycea is launching Spring Snow, as neuro-soothing and anti-spot shield. It is a unique combination of bioactive molecules from the flowers of wild Blackthorn with synergistic actions that targets the "skin-brain" axis. It meets the needs of skin challenged by the stresses of daily life and modern living. Through its multiple properties, Spring Snow creates a real virtuous circle. It strengthens the barrier function and improves hydration. It inhibits neurogenic inflammation and hypersensitivity of cutaneous nerve fibers. It finally prevents hyperpigmentation induced by stress such as pollution. Learn more about ODYCEA
PREVOST LABORATORY CONCEPT - Transforming & Transformative Gel
Adapting to developments and keeping up with trends is essential, but maintaining efficiency is a priority. For over 30 years, Prévost Laboratory Concept has been creating formulas (gel, oil, cream, balm, pomade, mist, lotion, serum and many others) with high-performance active ingredients. Our expertise in transforming gels means we can introduce active ingredients in objectivised percentages for immediate action and undeniable effectiveness.
Transformation gel technology combines action on application with action after rinsing. The combination of ACB Fruit Mix from Active Concepts and Symrise's SymRebootTM L19 in this gel provides gentle exfoliation while preserving skin hydration. ACB Fruit Mix contains Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), which have a proven track record of improving hydration and stimulating production of the skin's structural components, with a reverse action on skin atrophy. SymRebootTM L19 comes from biotic technology. It combines protective actions against pollution, promotes antimicrobial peptides and improves hydration by reducing skin dryness. Learn more about PREVOST LABORATORY CONCEPT
SCILICIUM OMICSKIN - Expertise in cost-effective sequencing applied to cosmetics
SciLicium is a bioinformatics CRO supporting industry and academia in analysing omics data. Its innovation for the cosmetics industry is called OmicSkin, which offers expertise in cost-effective sequencing applied to cosmetics.
OmicSkin is paving the way for an era of responsible innovation in cosmetics. Our cutting-edge service, based on transcriptomics and artificial intelligence, evaluates the molecular effects of products on skin discs, providing a detailed understanding of the mechanisms of action. Saving valuable time and resources, OmicSkin enables rapid identification of the most promising formulations. In combination with predictive models, it is possible to assess the irritant, inflammatory or sensitizing potential of a product and thus prioritise testing. It goes beyond that. It responds to growing ethical concerns and stringent regulatory standards by significantly reducing animal testing. Learn more about SCILICIUM OMICSKIN
SurfactGreen is a French start-up specialized in the research, development and production of high-performing, bio-based surfactants, offering an eco-friendlier alternative to petroleum-based products like BTAC or CTAC. CosmeGreen, their line of upcycled conditioning agents are developed using the Principles of Green Chemistry. CosmeGreen provides superior softness and smoothness to hair and skin while being readily biodegradable. You can create a wide range of textures, solids, emulsions, masks, scrubs, balms... In 2023, SurfactGreen presented the Gliss & Green HydraMask, and was awarded with the 3rd prize of the formulation contest of SFC at Cosmet'Agora 2023.
The Gliss & Green HydraMask is a 99.9% natural glycerin mask which will bring hydration, radiance and softness to the skin. It is a natural wave that glides over your skin, providing a unique touch thanks to our innovative cationic biobased conditioning agent. An incomparable sensoriality with a zest of vitamin C, for an instant hydration and radiance! Moreover, the HydraMask formulation process is very simple. Learn more about SURFACTGREEN
TECHNATURE - Technature's WoW Powders: Ethical, Convenient, and Innovative!
Our powders are making waves in the beauty world. They're eco-friendly, portable, and preservative-free, aligning perfectly with the growing environmental concerns of consu¬-mers. Ideal for those seeking novel beauty rituals, they offer a unique product experience. But don't be fooled, these formulas are more than just practical; they're crafted with expertise, whether in formulation or process control. Once rehydrated, they unveil a variety of textures (gel, cream, mousse, etc.) and cater to diverse skincare needs. Powders have always been at the heart of Technature. From masks to scrubs, cleansers, and hygiene pro¬ducts, our powder formulations are extensive. And the best part? We're constantly exploring new possibilities.
Imagine a powder that transforms into a cream without rehydration-our latest innovation brings this dream to life. It offers a guaranteed Wow effect and a personalized formula (active ingredients, applications, color, etc.). There is no doubt, powders can always surprise us and have a bright future ahead of them. Learn more about TECHNATURE
Don't miss the next events in Brittany
POLYMERIXa leading event on innovative solutions based on bio-based polymers From 26 to 28 June 2024 in Rennes (France)
COSM'INGa leading event for cosmetic ingredients and biotechnology From 10 to 13 June 2025 in Saint-Malo (France)
At the in-Cosmetics Global trade show, to be held in Paris from April 16 to 18, 2024, the Solabia group is unveiling its new ingredient for sensitive skin prone to atopy. Serenibiome is a patented double active based on flocculosin. This innovative glycolipid is obtained by biofermentation of Pseudozyma flocculosa and was inspired by this epiphytic fungus and the holobiont concept.
Pseudozyma flocculosa is an epiphytic fungus that acts as a biocontrol agent by maintaining a healthy ecological niche for its host plant. Pseudozyma flocculosa has been identified on plant leaves infected by downy mildew, and is known to prevent the colonization of phytopathogens by releasing a specific extracellular glycolipid with powerful properties: flocculosin. Serenibiome's activity on an unbalanced microbiome and weakened skin is bioinspired by Pseudozyma flocculosa and its interactions with its plant host. Thanks to this powerful glycolipid, Serenibiome protects the skin holobiont.
A glycolipid from biotechnology
Backed by 30 years of expertise in biotechnology, the Solabia group has succeeded in developing an industrial process that mimics the natural production of flocculosin by Pseudozyma flocculosa. Serenibiome is the culmination of over eight years of R&D to develop an optimized bioguided fermentation process that induces the metabolic pathway of the fungus.
This white biotechnology process meets high CSR standards thanks to water and energy management, a low-temperature process and low carbon emissions, and results in high-purity flocculosin, according to Sloabia.
Serenibiome is a 100 % natural active ingredient, Cosmos-approved, preservative-free, eco-designed and easily biodegradable, suitable for sensitive skin prone to atopy.
Proven effectiveness
"Applied to skin health, Serenibiome has demonstrated exceptional and unmatched in vitro efficacy in bioselectively targeting the growth of Staphylococcus aureus without impacting the commensal population of Staphylococcus epidermidis "says Solabia.
S. aureus is the prevalent opportunistic bacterium implicated in the dysbiosis of the microbiome in atopy-prone skin, and recent studies have also shown its involvement in neurogenic inflammation, inducing itching and scratching by stimulating pruriceptors in sensory neurons. According to the company, preclinical studies have demonstrated the efficacy of Serenibiome on the drivers of the itch-scratch vicious circle, and this efficacy has been clinically confirmed by a metagenomic study with a correlated reduction in Scorad.
"Serenibiome significantly improves the skin condition of children with mild to moderate atopic dermatitis after 28 days, calms neurogenic inflammation, helps limit pro-inflammatory signaling, enhances wellness neurotransmitters and supports the skin barrier."adds Solabia.
At In-Cosmetics Global 2024, to be held in Paris from April 16 to 18, Spanish company LipoTrue will present Frag-Brillin remastered, a biomimetic fibrillin fragment that promotes skin remodeling. Frag-Brillin is the latest addition to the Fragments Remastered range - a new range of wild plant protein fragments used as biofactors thanks to vertical farming - which already includes two biomimetic collagen fragments, Col-4-frag remastered and Col-frag remastered.
Skin loses its firmness and suppleness over time. Frag-Brillin remastered extends the concept of skin flexibility not only by strengthening elastic fibers, but also by improving cellular elasticity and reinforcing the dermal structure, thus improving the skin's biomechanical qualities.
LipoTrue will also present SP[AI]3™, a peptide - optimized by artificial intelligence - designed to improve the appearance of blemishes and imperfections on acne-prone skin.
This unique peptide is obtained in silico by AI from thousands of candidates, with optimal binding and specificity, to modulate three key elements: sebum, pore and inflammation. This triple approach promotes a decrease in sebum synthesis and quantity, as well as a reduction in pore size and clogging, while demonstrating a reduction in inflammation induced by C. acnesto ultimately improve the appearance of blemishes and imperfections for purified skin.
Between 2022 and 2023, around a third of consumers (31.3% ) said they had purchased at least one cosmetic product online. Given the popularity of online purchases, the novelty and use of new technologies represent an attraction that players in the cosmetics world can capitalize on.
In a bid to improve its customers' online shopping experience, Nars Cosmetics, a French company specializing in cosmetics and skincare, has decided to capitalize on virtual trials based on artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR); technologies that can accurately and realistically reproduce the results obtained when applying make-up products. " Even as our in-store and online sales continued to grow, we knew it was essential to add AI/RA virtual trial experiences."says Kristy Peschko, Executive Director of Global Omni Channel Marketing, CRM & Loyalty at Nars Cosmetics,
Since 2019, Nars has been using AI and AR technologies from AI and AR solutions provider Perfect Corp. to offer virtual trial experiences on 700 of its products. Continuing this collaboration, the company has integrated Perfect Corp. technology into its Nars Matchmaker solution, a virtual shade finder. This online simulator helps consumers choose the right shade to match their skin tone, with realistic textures comparable to the results of a professional make-up artist. "Consumers turn to Nars when they're looking for something new, for the best beauty products and technologies. Offering them such realistic virtual trials enables them to see exactly how the products will fit them. So they feel confident when they press the "buy" button".says Kristy Peschko.
Perfect Corp. technologies are also used by Nars as part of its online store, to enable customers to discover products in greater detail and learn more about their ingredients.
From a results point of view, after launching the Matchmaker virtual Shade Finder tool, Nars teams claim to have observed a 300 % increase in conversions, testifying to consumer interest in the realism of the virtual trial.
"Consumers see exactly how a foundation or lipstick looks on their face. This makes them want to buy, and reinforces their decision.says Kristy Peschko. According to Nars, the virtual trial gives consumers confidence in their purchases, hence the 10% growth in average basket size for foundation and other make-up purchases.
Kristy Peschko reports that consumers looking for lip products try out an average of 27 colors thanks to the virtual trial. They have the opportunity to be immersed and discover more products than they would in-store, while benefiting from the realism offered by technology.
"Perfect Corp. comes up with ideas we hadn't even considered yet.explains Kristy Peschko. They precede trends and make many things possible, enabling us to stay one step ahead of digital innovations and keep moving forward while evolving the experiences we offer consumers around the world."
"We are delighted with this collaboration with Nars, which illustrates our commitment to offering an immersive and precise customer experience. Together, we are redefining the online beauty experience, combining innovation and customer satisfaction in a constantly evolving market, and enabling Nars to detect and pre-empt trends."says Sylvain Duteil, VP Business Development Europe at Perfect Corp.
At in-cosmetics Global, to be held in Paris from April 16-18, 2024, Basf will be presenting its new digital tool for cosmetics formulators. The idea is to enable them to easily identify ingredients and formulations meeting specific criteria - such as information on sustainable development, standards and labels - which are becoming increasingly numerous.
"With our new tool, we enable users to create or upload their own formulations and see changes happen instantly while customizing them. They benefit from real-time transparency on the various criteria, which considerably simplifies the formulation development process."says Aleksandra Pienczykowska, Manager Digital Customer Channels EMEA at Basf Care Chemicals.
An intuitive interface
An integral part of Basf's "Beyond Beauty" campaign, which encourages the cosmetics industry's transition towards greater transparency and more sustainable solutions, the "Ingredients Revealed" service offers an intuitive customer experience and speeds up the product development process.
A three-step approach is proposed. First, users can browse Basf's extensive database to identify formulations that meet consumer demands. Next, they can use the tool to manage their formulations and refine their collection of ingredients. Finally, they can add or remove individual ingredients from selected formulations, or create a new formulation from scratch. An input function allows users to import their own ingredients. And the database is continuously updated.
A D'lite feature
Ingredients Revealed is the new feature of D'lite, Basf's digital service platform for the cosmetics industry. A basic version with a limited number of formulations will be available in the free section of the platform. Subscribers to the premium version of D'lite will be able to use the functionality with full access to Basf's database of over 4,500 formulations. With D'lite, Basf supports its customers throughout the entire product development process: from consumer and market understanding to product launch, concept creation, market strategy and formulation development. The offering combines the integration of multiple internal data sources, industry knowledge and data from leading external partners on market and consumer intelligence.
A subsidiary of the AIglon group, a French specialist in the manufacture of vaselines and pharmaceutical waxes, gels and white oils, Aiglon is expanding its Naturelyn range with the introduction of Naturelyn Oil, made with 100 % of plant-derived ingredients. A naturally-sourced oil suitable for body care, hair care, make-up and lipstick formulations.
A natural alternative to Paraffinum Liquidum
Building on its 120-year heritage, Aiglon innovates to meet the evolving needs of the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries.
With a naturalness index of 1, Naturelyn Oil is composed of 100 % ingredients of natural origin. To guarantee a secure supply, this oil is offered in two main versions. Naturelyn 15 and Naturelyn 17 will be presented in the Innovation Zone at In-Cosmetics Global from April 16 to 18, 2024, Porte de Versailles, Paris, and on Aiglon stand 1S29.
According to the company, tests carried out by an independent laboratory show similar performance between Naturelyn Oil and Paraffinum Liquidum, with an identical feel on the skin.
UK-based Biopolax has teamed up with Impag France, a subsidiary of raw materials supplier Impag Group, to distribute its multifunctional plant-based ingredients for personal care and home care products.
Under the terms of the agreement, Impag France will become the exclusive distributor of Biopolax's BPX-S6 range for the French cosmetics and home care markets.
The BPX-S6 range is a plant-based component for ecological home care and rinse-off personal care products. In cosmetic formulations, BPX-S6 provides thickening, gentle complexing and performance-enhancing properties, accelerates rinsing and improves dermatological safety. In home care products, the products replace synthetic ingredients for degreasing and dispersing functions, provide an antistatic effect and improve the environmental profile and biodegradability of products.
BPX-S6 is based on an innovative patented technology of modified low-molecular-weight polysaccharides (microgels) produced from starches and pectins.
"This new partnership enables Impag France to strengthen its portfolio of innovative specialty ingredients: for Home Care, I&I and Personal Care applications. Biopolax is an innovative company with a strong focus on naturalness and efficacy. Impag France is definitely the ideal distribution partner for this type of ingredient. Thanks to our strong market presence and the support of a passionate technical-sales team, we will bring Biopolax innovations to our customers, meet their challenges and ensure that Biopolax awareness and sales grow rapidly in France".emphasizes Jean-Bastien Duchâteau, General Manager of Impag France.
"We are very grateful to Impag France for including BPX-S6 in its portfolio of specialty chemicals. Our aim as a company is to develop plant-based alternatives to synthetic ingredients, and the BPX-S6 range is an example of this approach. From the feedback we are receiving, we believe that BPX-S6-01, (...) will add value as part of the formulation base in products such as shampoos, shower gels and face and hand foams and cleansers. We are also finding that other modifications are capable of solving a number of problems in cleaning and maintenance products".says Vladislav Perunov, Director of Biopolax.
"ADN & Cosmétique" aims to guarantee the traceability of plant-based raw materials, with a strong commitment to transparency and security of supply. It was founded three years ago by several leading names in the cosmetics sector.
The processes put forward are based on genetic tools developed by the DNA Gensee laboratory, to "read" DNA barcodes on plants and algae, making it possible to authenticate them with a high degree of reliability.
A first step had been taken in early 2023 with the signing of a pre-consortium agreement by the historic players, Clarins, Croda Beauty Actives, DNA Gensee, Greentech, L'Oréal and Nuxe, to promote these techniques via scientific projects.
Today, members interact to create a bank of genetic "signatures". Botanical gardens and/or specialized conservatories collaborate to search for botanically authenticated plant samples, and determine their genetic signature.
Work in progress includes the study of closely related species and the creation of appropriate tools for the absolute authentication of plant resources. The creation of the database prototype is now underway. It will be enriched over the coming years with the addition of new botanical references.
The internationalization of the consortium, with the arrival of major players in the cosmetics industry involved in the manufacture of cosmetic ingredients or finished products, reflects the desire of manufacturers to guarantee the authenticity of their raw materials and their desire for transparency.
