Slow Aging with Dormine
Introduction In today’s fast-paced world, where youthfulness and beauty are highly valued, many are looking for ways to slow down the natural aging process. Science has shown that it is possible to influence this process through innovative skincare products. One of the promising active ingredients in this area is slow aging with Dormine, an approach…
Slowing down hair growth
Introduction Products designed to slow down hair growth are somewhat exotic, because when we meet someone new, their hair is often the first key stimulus that we consciously perceive. And indeed, our hair has a significant impact on our appearance. For example, a full and lush mane stands for youthfulness, vitality, beauty, and vigor, while…
Snail slime as an active ingredient
Introduction ‘Snail slime’ – the word alone still causes amazement. What began a few years ago as an exotic K-beauty insider tip is now an integral part of the global skincare range. Creams, serums and masks containing snail slime promise intense hydration, faster regeneration and visible anti-ageing effects. But what makes this natural raw material…
Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer
Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer – is that new? We have known for a long time that hyaluronic acid is an extremely effective cosmetic ingredient. The substance, which occurs naturally in our bodies, can bind huge amounts of moisture and is also extremely well tolerated. The suffix “acid”, which normally makes us think of a corrosive substance,…
Sodium hydrogen carbonate
Our grandmother’s kitchen and bathroom would have been unimaginable without sodium hydrogen carbonate (sodium bicarbonate for short). It was used to clean the oven as well as to brush or whiten teeth and served as a secret weapon against heartburn. Unfortunately, the miraculous powers of the substance have now been somewhat forgotten. Today, sodium bicarbonate…
Sodium lauryl glycol carboxylate
Sodium lauryl glycol carboxylate: A mild surfactant for cosmetic cleansers Sodium lauryl glycol carboxylates (sodium lauryl glycol carboxylates) are mild surfactants that are increasingly used in cosmetic cleansers, shower gels and shampoos. It offers numerous benefits, including high foaming, stability over a wide pH range and low skin and eye irritation. In this article, we…
Sodium Tocopheryl Phosphate – water-soluble vitamin E
Sodium Tocopheryl Phosphate, or TPNa for short, is a breakthrough cosmetic active ingredient that combines the benefits of vitamin E with the properties of modern cosmetic formulations. In this article, we take a detailed look at TPNa, highlighting its chemical and physical properties, discussing its efficacy, advantages and disadvantages, and discussing its uses in cosmetic…
Solubilisers
What are solubilisers? Solubilisers are amphiphilic compounds that spontaneously form micelles in water or aqueous solutions. Solubilisers are used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals to ideally convert poorly soluble substances, perfume oils or lipids into clear solutions. Solubilisation is an improvement in solubility using solubilisers that are able to convert poorly water-soluble or even water-insoluble substances…
SPF Insufficient? What to Do When Test Results Cannot Be Reproduced
Short answer: It sometimes happens that a sunscreen has its claimed sun protection factor (SPF) confirmed by an accredited laboratory before it is launched on the market—only to later receive a “SPF insufficient” rating in a consumer test. This poses a real dilemma for brands and distributors: Both laboratories are certified, both operate in accordance…
SPF Lip Balm
Introduction of SPF Lip Balm When people think about sun protection, they usually apply cream to their forehead, nose and shoulders – but their lips are often forgotten. The skin on the lips is extremely thin, almost completely pigment-free and does not produce its own sebum film. An SPF lip balm fills this gap perfectly:…