Info and news from the world of cosmetics

Blue Rose

26 May 2025

The effect of the blue rose Research on the skin and scalp flora in relation to diseases such as atopic dermatitis, dandruff and alopecia areata is increasing. Our Japanese partner Tribeauté has developed an extract from the flowers of the blue rose as a cosmetic ingredient. This can be used…

CSC method

19 May 2025

Washing our hair is actually a routine matter that we can do in our sleep, so to speak. We don’t think about it too much, we just apply our favourite shampoo to wet hair, massage it in briefly and rinse it off with plenty of clean water. Maybe we use…

Cosmacon at CosmeticBusiness 2025

13 May 2025

From 4 to 5 June 2025, CosmeticBusiness will once again take place in the Bavarian capital of Munich. The international B2B cosmetics trade fair brings together cosmetics companies with suppliers from all areas: from development, manufacturing and certification to packaging and marketing. We at Cosmacon will also be represented at…

Waterproof sun protection

12 May 2025

Whether you are on a beach holiday, surfing or snorkeling, waterproof sun protection is a must for these and similar activities. The products must adhere well and should not be easily rinsed off by sweat or water. After all, the water surface is not a real barrier to the sun’s…

Chamazulene

05 May 2025

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.…

Tisochrysis lutea: The revolution for healthy scalp care

28 Apr 2025

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…

Ascorbyl isostearate

21 Apr 2025

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?

14 Apr 2025

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

07 Apr 2025

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

31 Mar 2025

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…