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If you break down the term chamazulene into its constituent parts, you can already guess what it is. ‘Cham’ is derived from ‘chamomile’, which is the Latin name for the plant. The middle syllable ‘azu’ stands for azure, i.e. the colour sky blue, and ‘len’ for ‘alkene’, a chemical compound.…

A sensitive scalp is a daily challenge for many people. Variety of factors such as environmental influences, excessive hair care and personal predispositions can lead to dry scalp and dandruff. A new solution to this problem comes from a surprising source – the microalgae Tisochrysis lutea. This algae, originally from…

Vitamin C (e.g. as stable ascorbyl isostearate) has a number of positive effects on human skin. It inhibits the breakdown of collagen and at the same time stimulates the enzymes responsible for the formation of collagen. As a result, it has a regenerative effect on damaged connective tissue. Furthermore, vitamin…

Who is allowed to manufacture cosmetics? This is a question that many people ask themselves who experiment with active ingredients and substances at home and would like to bring their own products onto the market. Don’t worry: no one needs a doctorate or a university degree to do this. Nevertheless,…

Price increase for Cosmos/Ecocert certifications: New rules are a burden for industry The price increase for Cosmos/Ecocert certifications is a topic that is currently the subject of much discussion in the cosmetics and perfume industry. In particular, the new rules for the validation of perfume oils and essential oils, which…

Rice Water: Traditional Active for Modern Hair Care Rice water is making a comeback in the cosmetics industry. What was once a secret of Japanese hair care has now captured the attention of hair care professionals and consumers worldwide. Derived from the starchy water left over after steeping or boiling…

Sodium hydroxide in cosmetics: benefits, risks and alternatives Caustic soda, also known as sodium hydroxide, is a chemical used in many fields, including the cosmetics industry. But why is sodium hydroxide used in cosmetics and what alternatives are there? In this article, we take a closer look at the role…

Myramaze Pure: regeneration for dry and sensitive scalps The medicinal plant Myrothamnus flabellifolia, also known as the ‘resurrection plant’, has an extraordinary ability: it can survive extreme dry periods and regenerate completely in the shortest possible time after a lack of water. Myramaze Pure, which is obtained from it, uses…

Green hair conditioner: SymFeel Quat Green for sustainable and effective hair care In an era when sustainability and performance must go hand in hand, SymFeel Quat Green offers an innovative solution in the field of hair care. The raw material acts as a green hair conditioner and combines high performance…

Most beauty trends come from Asia, and this also applies to dermaplaning like peach fuzz removal. The new hype originally began its triumphal march in Japan, but then quickly spread to the USA and has now also arrived here in Europe. The name itself reveals what it is all about:…