Beautiful skin through sleep Sleep disorders have become a widespread disease. Is it the lack of melatonin? Poor sleep accelerates the ageing process, reduces performance and causes stress. Relaxation and other methods help you to sleep well again: for more natural beauty, strength and a good mood! Many people suffer from energy-sapping problems with falling…

Introduction Just a few years ago, most people would have laughed at the idea of men’s cosmetics. Water, soap, and maybe some shaving cream: that was all a man needed in terms of cosmetics back then. Today, things are very different. More than ever, men also value a well-groomed, fresh appearance. And they now know…

The skin undergoes fundamental changes during the menopause. Falling oestrogen levels have a significant impact on its structure, moisture content and barrier function. Meno peels take these changes in skin condition into account and focus on gentle, regulating and regeneration-supporting concepts instead of aggressive exfoliation. Skin condition after the menopause – what changes With the…

Mentyl lactate is a fascinating fragrance and ingredient for skin care that is increasingly being used in the cosmetics world. In this blog article, we explain clearly what mentyl lactate is, how it occurs in nature, how it is obtained, what its advantages and disadvantages are, and where it is used in cosmetic products. Finally,…

In today’s world, clean surfaces, hygienic floors and sparkling kitchens are a must. But while we enjoy a spotlessly clean home, many cleaning products contain a substance that can be problematic for our health. Methylisothiazolinone, or MIT for short. This preservative has been used in numerous household products for years, despite its alarming allergenic potential.…

When we think of sulphur, we usually immediately think of various unpleasant smells from chemistry lessons. But the fact that sulphur also exists in other forms and is even suitable for beauty care is not so well known. The most interesting example is methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), also called dimethylsulphone. The substance is found in many plant…

Abstract The cosmetics industry is increasingly using ingredients of microbial origin to specifically support the skin ecosystem. Microbiome skincare aims to stabilise the balance of microorganisms living on the skin, thereby improving skin condition, well-being and appearance. Cosmetic formulations with probiotic lysates can – despite natural exfoliation and constant stress – provide stimuli that promote…

The terms microbiota and microbiome describe, in a narrow sense, the totality of all microorganisms that colonise a living being. In humans, the microbiota consists of bacteria and fungi. When a foetus grows in utero, it is still largely free of microorganisms. However, this changes at birth, when the newborn comes into contact with its…

Introduction Microcirculation is a fundamental component of our skin health, but it is often underestimated. It describes the flow of blood through the smallest vessels in our body, known as capillaries. These delicate structures have a diameter of only 5 to 8 micrometres and enable the direct exchange of oxygen, nutrients and metabolic products between…

Definition and properties of microemulsions In 1943 the first microemulsions were produced by HOAR & SCHULMAN. They first described the formation of stable, optically clear, liquid systems after adding an alcohol to a defined mixture of water, oil and a soap. In 1959, SCHULMAN et al. then coined the term microemulsion for such systems. Microemulsions…