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Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester: An innovative active ingredient for skin care

08 Dec 2025

Introduction Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester is an innovative active ingredient that is becoming increasingly important in the modern cosmetics industry. Its unique anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing properties make it particularly suitable for sensitive skin. In this article, we will explain in detail the physicochemical properties, efficacy, advantages, disadvantages, and possible applications…

3Dermilyn®

01 Dec 2025

3Dermilyn® – The innovative active ingredient for shiny, moisturized hair In the world of cosmetics, there is a growing demand for innovative, high-performance ingredients that are also skin- and environmentally-friendly. One promising new active ingredient that is currently causing a stir is 3Dermilyn®. Developed by the Solabia Group, this ingredient…

Mate leaf extract – an energy booster for skin and hair

24 Nov 2025

Introduction Mate tea has been considered a natural “pick-me-up drink” in South America for centuries. Now mate leaf extract is also conquering the cosmetics industry: as an upcycled active ingredient, it provides caffeine, polyphenols and flavonoids in record-breaking concentrations and literally gives the skin more oxygen and energy. Modern formulations…

Magnolia extract – the natural shield against skin ageing and inflammation

17 Nov 2025

Introduction In the world of cosmetic products, natural ingredients that can combat skin problems in a targeted and gentle manner are becoming increasingly popular. One of these active ingredients has proven particularly effective against skin ageing and inflammation in recent years: magnolia extract. This multi-talented plant offers much more than just…

Innovative textures with new raw materials: colour and care highlights for 2025

10 Nov 2025

Introduction Today, cosmetics are no longer judged solely on their ingredients, but on the overall experience they offer. What does the product look like, how does it feel and how sustainably was it developed? Innovative textures with new raw materials are therefore at the heart of formulation work for 2025:…

Honokiol and magnolol: the dual power of magnolia bark

03 Nov 2025

Introduction The search for natural active ingredients that combat skin problems gently but effectively continues to yield fascinating results. Two of the most exciting examples are honokiol and magnolol, two bioactive compounds found in the bark of Magnolia officinalis. Both are considered key substances for anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antimicrobial effects…

Porphyridium Cruentum Extract

27 Oct 2025

Porphyridium Cruentum Extract: protection for the skin against environmental stresses In a world where environmental influences such as UV radiation and pollution are increasingly affecting our skin, the demand for natural active ingredients that offer skin protection is growing. One promising ingredient for this is Porphyridium cruentum extract, obtained from…

Glycols

24 Oct 2025

Glycols are dihydric alcohols derived from ethylene glycol, meaning they are closely related to classic drinking alcohol. They are often used in de-icers, coolants and antifreeze agents, as their freezing point is between minus 10.0 and minus 15.0 degrees Celsius. When combined with water, the freezing point is even lower,…

Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract: The natural solution for firm, regenerated skin

20 Oct 2025

Introduction Modern cosmetics are increasingly focussing on sustainability and efficiency. One promising ingredient that fulfils these requirements is Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract. This marine extract is obtained from the microalgae Phaeodactylum tricornutum and is the first sustainable source of bioavailable silicium from the sea. Silicium is an essential trace element known…

Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract: The natural solution against skin ageing

13 Oct 2025

Introduction The ageing process of the skin is a challenge that many people want to face. Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract, derived from the microalgae Phaeodactylum tricornutum, offers an exciting and effective solution. This oil-based concentrate, known as PhycoAge™, is a highly potent anti-ageing ingredient that naturally reduces signs of skin ageing.…