BASF Beauty Care Presents Hyalufix GL

After screening more than 500 plant extracts, the BASF Beauty Care Solutions laboratory discovered a cosmetic active ingredient that is capable of specifically stimulating hyaluronan synthase-2 (HAS-2), the only hyaluronan synthase that is able to produce hyaluronic acid with high molecular weight.

Hyalufix GL is a galanga leaf extract that has the unique ability to stimulate HAS-2, according to the company. When used in a skin cream, it improves the complexion; in a 2% concentration, it doubles the amount of hyaluronic acid produced in vitro.

More info: www.basf.com/?utm_source=HAP&utm_medium=ContentMarketing&utm_campaign=HAP

Fast Skin Reliefwith SymSitive 1609

SymSitive 1609 is the new generation of active ingredients for fast skin relief at Symrise.According to the company, this soothing active ingredient is a breakthrough in treating sensitive skin and dermal irritations. It minimizes hypersensitivity reactions and the peripheral nervous system while simultaneously targeting certain receptors in the skin.

More info: www.symrise.com

Amphosol CDB Special New at Stepan

Looking for a naturally-derived, EO/PO-free and sulfate-free surfactant for a personal cleansing product? Amphosol CDB Special is the latest, naturally derived, high biorenewable carbon index surfactant offering from Stepan Company. It is a secondary surfactant formulated for use in both sulfate-free and traditional anionic surfactant systems.

This product has been formulated for cold processing and easy handling and offers mildness, foam stabilization and viscosity enhancement, according to the company. Stepan has also introduced a new and improved vehicle care brochure. It features updated product information, a detailed listing of “CleanGredients” products and an updated formulary for both eco- and cost-conscious customers.

More info: www.stepan.com

PhytoCellTec Solar Vitis Fights UV Damage

Mibelle Biochemistry has launched a novel plant stem cell active, PhytoCellTec Solar Vitis, which protects epidermal stem cells against UV damage.

PhytoCellTec Solar Vitis is based on stem cells derived from a specific grape cultivar that has been obtained through the company’s unique PhytoCellTec technology. The activity of skin stem cells is the key factor in ensuring the vitality and regeneration capacity of the skin. It both protects and maintains the activity of epidermal stem cells—even in cases of stress induced by UV.

More info: www.mibellebiochemistry.com

Trilogy Debuts Antibacterial Blends

Can a fragrance actually be considered healthy and holistic? Absolutely. Trilogy Fragrances suggests three ingredients that work great in hand cleaners and body washes: Citrus Eucalyptus—a blend of lemon oil, eucalyptus oil, white thyme oil and lavender oil; Lavender Lemon—a blend that includes a number of antisepsis essential oils including cinnamon leaf oil, citronella oil, eucalyptus oil 80/85, pine needle oil siberian, lemon oil and lavender 40/42 extra C&A oil; and Teatree Mint—well known for its holistic and healing properties. According to the company, tea tree oil is the building block in this germ fighting blend that also contains mint oils, eucalyptus oil, rosemary and white thyme oils.

More info: www.trilogyfragrances.com

FloraGlo Lutein Taps Beauty from Within Marketplace

Recent scientific research reveals that FloraGlo Lutein from DSM can help satisfy the growing desire of millions of consumers to maintain their youthful appearance with the aid of effective “beauty from within” skin health solutions.

More and more consumers understand that skin health is highly dependent on the nutrients they ingest, including carotenoids found in carrots, pumpkin, and green leafy vegetables, which can be part of a healthy diet and taken in the form of functional foods and beverages and dietary supplements.
FloraGlo Lutein is a carotenoid that clinical studies have shown to be effective in providing the skin with protection from the damaging effects of sunlight, which is a cause of premature skin aging.

More info: www.unlimitednutrition-na.dsm.com

New Peel-Off Mask with Organic Rice

The Bio Organic Peel-off Mask, new from Tech Nature, comes in the form of an ultra-fine beige powder, which turns into a gel when mixed with water thanks to its high content in alginates, which gives the mask a “skin-hugging” effect to optimize the delivery of active materials, according to the company.
Rice meal offers softness on the skin and a smooth and velvety touch. According to the company, this mask is an ideal base for highly professional organic treatments.

Alginate is a natural gelifying substance extracted from brown seaweed such as laminaria. It has hypoallergenic and moisturizing properties, making this mask suitable for each skin type, even the more sensitive ones. Ingredients include diatomaceous earth, alginate, natural gypsum, kaolin and organic rice meal. According to the supplier, 97.74% of the total ingredients in the new peel-off mask are of natural origin, of which 10% are from organic farming sources.

More info: www.tech-nature.com

National Products Association Certifies Zemea Propanediol

According to DuPont Tate Lyle Bio Products, its breakthrough product, Zemea propanediol, has been independently reviewed and certified as a natural ingredient by the Natural Products Association (NPA).

Zemea is a 100% natural ingredient made from corn sugar through fermentation and developed for use in the cosmetics and personal care market. It is a high performance and sustainable alternative to petroleum-based glycols and glycerin, where the product’s purity level, low irritation and excellent moisturization and aesthetic properties are benefits.

More info: www.duponttateandlyle.com

AkzoNobel Polymers Can Protect Hair

Two new film-forming polymers from AkzoNobel for hair care—DynamX and Amphomer—protect tresses from damage. DynamX is a urethane film-forming polymer that was developed to provide flexible, durable hold with memory performance from a variety of styling aids.

On hair, this polymer provideshigh gloss, curl definition and anti-frizz properties. It supports hairstyles that can maintain a flexible curl look with natural feel and motion throughout the day.
Amphomer is a hard-holding acrylate copolymer and excellent film-former that provides outstanding stiffness and high-humidity style and curl retention, according to AkzoNobel. Compatible with different propellents, it can be used in both anhydrous and alcohol-free spray systems.

In tests to measure each polymer’s response to heat when sprayed on human hair, Amphomer polymer provides optimal protection of hair cuticles from flat ironing and DynamX polymer provides thermal protection where polyurethane technology is beneficial. Both polymers work in a wide range of styling aids.

More info: [email protected]; Tel: (888) 331-6212; Website: www.akzonobel.com/personalcare

Lipotec Targets Wrinkles

On the forefront of molecular modelling technology, Lipotec launched Inyline, a novel anti-aging hexapeptide for cosmetic applications to treat wrinkles caused by muscle contraction.

According to the company, Inyline acts once the ACh has been released from motor neuron, before the signal is transmitted to the receptors (AChRs), at the post-synaptic stage.It targets the activation of MuSK (Muscle-Specific Kinase) by agrin, thus, disrupts AChRs clustering, one of the requirements for the ACh to trigger the contraction signal along the neuromuscular junction.

Inyline modulates the muscle contraction, acting as a competitive antagonist of MuSK at the agrin binding site, leading to the muscle relaxation required to attenuate expression wrinkles.

More info: Lipotec SA, [email protected], +(34) 93638 8000, www.lipotec.com