Blackcurrant seed oil
The blackcurrant (Ribes nigra) belongs to the gooseberry family. Its fruits are rich in vitamins and are very popular in the kitchen, for example for summer fruit tarts, desserts and juices. The plant was originally native to Asian forest areas, but is now cultivated throughout Central Europe. The shrub, which can grow up to two…
Bloxydur and also long-term radical protection
Bloxydur: Long-term radical protection for healthy and youthful skin Oxidative stress and free radicals are known causes of premature skin ageing, wrinkling and other skin damage. Bloxydur, an innovative active ingredient from Glorydermal, offers effective long-term free radical protection that protects the skin from these harmful influences and keeps it healthy and youthful. In this…
Body fluids: fascinating chemistry
They are more than just excretions: they are fundamental components of our physiology, protective mechanisms and means of communication. Whether intentionally or unintentionally, they come into contact with the skin, where they elicit different reactions and sensations. On closer inspection, body fluids display an astonishing variety of properties that are of great importance to cosmetic…
Body smell
The influence of sweat and body smell on well-being and the importance of effective deodorants Sweat and body smell are natural physiological phenomena, but they are often perceived as unpleasant. They play an important role in our everyday lives, as they can affect our self-confidence and social interaction. Development of body smell Body smell…
Brazil nut oil
The Brazil nut tree (Bertholletia excelsa) grows in the middle of the tropical rainforests of South America and from its nuts the great brazil nut oil can be extracted. This giant of the jungle can grow to a height of more than 55 metres and bears leaves up to 60 centimetres long and pretty white-yellow…
Burdock extract
Everyone knows the saying “Clingy as a burdock”. It refers to the flower heads of the up to 1.50 metre high plant, which are equipped with strong barbs and like to get caught in clothing and hair when walking in nature. It was precisely these barbs that inspired the engineer Georges de Mestral to invent…
Butylene glycol: the unsung hero of cosmetics
In the world of cosmetics, butylene glycol (1,3-BG) is an unassuming but highly effective ingredient found in a wide variety of skincare and beauty products. This article highlights the many benefits of butylene glycol, particularly in its role as a multifunctional ingredient in the cosmetics industry. Introduction Butylene glycol, chemically known as 1,3-butanediol, is…