Formulators looking to create cosmetics that help promote skin’s moisture retention capability can turn to Lumistor (N-acety-l-hydroxyproline), a fermentation based on L-hydroxyproline amino acid derivatives from Kyowa Hakko USA (Booth No. 518). Lumistor, which restores the vibrancy, strength and softness of skin, is an odorless, white crystalline powder. It is soluble in water, more than 5% soluble in 70% ethanol and more than 5% soluble in 30% BG solution. Stable at a temperature below 180°C, ...