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Cosmétagora 2022 winners
The Cosmétagora trade show was held in Paris on January 11 and 12, 2022. As every year, all ingredient suppliers gathered to showcase their cosmetic actives. The opportunity for visitors to get inspiration and find the new trend to launch. To spice up the event, the SFC has established a tradition for over ten years: the Formulation Award. All exhibitors who wish to do so can participate in this competition. The brief is simple: to design a stable and safe formula according to a specific theme.
Lipoid Kosmetik Water Lily Pro: for perfect hair volume
Water lilies originate from the water and symbolize beauty, purity and resurrection. The flowers are predominately visible above water and are seemingly the most attractive part of the plant. A closer look, however, uncovers that water lilies are exceptional underwater factories of phytochemicals. Their long and branched root system produces a unique combination of phytochemicals - all functional additives for hair care products.
Greentech launches Circalys, a feel good energizing active ingrédient
Greentech launches a new innovative natural active ingredient : Circalys. A chrono-detox active ingredient providing a “feel good energizing” effect, titrated in andrographolide sourced from a detoxifying Ayurvedic plant, green chiretta (Andrographis paniculata), it efficiently reduces the impacts on skin and mood of fatigue induced by modern off-beat life. Our new lifestyle habits are disrupting our natural rhythm.
Mangixyl by Givaudan: a natural sebum harmoniser
Mangixyl is an active ingredient discovered by Givaudan during the fractionation of mango leaves from responsible, traceable and sustainable sourcing in Burkina Faso. It decreases lipid synthesis on all skin types, is effective on acne-prone skin and scalp sebum regulation, while balancing the microbiome.
Three Lipoid Kosmetik actives certified "microbiome-friendly"
MyMicrobiome claims to be the world’s first and only standard for certifying microbiome-friendly products, based on the scientific examination of their influence on all aspects of the microbiome (balance, diversity, behaviour, etc.).
SantEnergy by Mibelle: energizing hair follicles
SantEnergy, the latest cosmetic active ingredient from the Swiss group Mibelle Biochemistry, is a polyphenol-rich extract sustainably obtained from the aerial parts of the plant Yerba Santa. It delays the ageing of hair follicles and increases both hair growth and hair density. Known as “mountain balm” and “holy herb”, Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon californicum) is a member of the Borage family (Boraginaceae) and it is native to the Pacific Coast of North America, especially California.
SantEnergy by Mibelle: energizing hair follicles
SantEnergy, the latest cosmetic active ingredient from the Swiss group Mibelle Biochemistry, is a polyphenol-rich extract sustainably obtained from the aerial parts of the plant Yerba Santa. It delays the ageing of hair follicles and increases both hair growth and hair density. Known as “mountain balm” and “holy herb”, Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon californicum) is a member of the Borage family (Boraginaceae) and it is native to the Pacific Coast of North America, especially California.
HyRetin by Contipro: the new anti-ageing anti-acne treatment
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed many habits, including the way we take care of our skin. Wearing a mask, in particular, while essential for everyone’s safety, is also a very destabilising element for the skin. Under this fabric protection, heat and humidity are concentrated, and its constant rubbing on the skin causes irritation and acne eruptions, the now famous maskne.
Hacking maskne: a quorum quenching story, by Vytrus Biotech
Consumer trends throughout 2020 have been shaken by the global pandemic we are experiencing. This health crisis has marked a milestone in consumer behavior patterns, and cosmetics is no exception. Currently, due to the use of protective elements such as masks, as well as other related factors, the appearance of acne has increased among the population, no matter the age.
Capsuretinol UHC by Ecopol Tech: retinol made safer and more effective!
You dreamed of a more stable, less irritating, more concentrated and more effective retinol? Ecopol Tech has done it! With its microcapsules containing 13% Retinol, Capsuretinol UHC, the Spanish ingredient supplier offers a new solution that is easy to formulate and compatible with aqueous emulsions for all anti-ageing, anti-wrinkle and anti-acne treatments. The highest concentration of Retinol on the market, in the highest safety! Retinol is known for its anti-ageing and anti-wrinkle action.
Senseryn by Provital: skin and senses connected for well-being
New lifestyle habits, busy schedules and mask-wearing all have an impact on the well-being of an increasing number of people across the globe suffering from sensitive skin. Based on the positive emotions of neuroscience, this new Provital’s active ingredient aims to enhance people’s quality of life, and take care of their well-being for longer, restoring a feeling of calm through their own senses.
EleVastin by Gattefossé: to prevent gravity-induced face sagging
Though the laws of gravity are inescapable, the side effects they have on our skin don’t have to be, says Gattefossé. EleVastin is its targeted solution to gravity-induced skin sagging. The ingredient boosts key proteins involved in the synthesis and maintenance of functional elastic fibers. Doing so, it reinforces skin elasticity giving it the support needed to cope with this downward pressure.
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