Formulating high SPF broad-spectrum sunscreens for protection against UVB and UVA radiation to reduce the adverse effects of solar radiation is challenging, especially when they have to be suitable for all skin types. Sunscreens can be hydro-alcoholic lotions, emulsions or…
It is a known fact that the more disposable income a person has, the more often they buy products they want, not need. So, many of these products are designed to be relatively cheap and disposable, and when no longer…
Cosmetic Ingredients has been appointed as the distributor for the Ellamera (Kraton) polymers . These versatile ingredients can be used to gel mineral oils as well as some natural oils and esters. They can also be used in Emulsions. Well…
The polarity of an oil determines how strongly it will be attracted or repelled by another molecule or compound. In a similar way that polarity plays a major role when oil (non-polar) and water (highly polar) separate when mixed, the…
The interdependent relationship between the hair and the scalp is often overlooked – the hair protects the scalp against UV radiation, moisture loss, and the environment, while the scalp hosts the hair follicles as incubators for the preemergent hair fibers.…
Fossil evidence from 150 million years ago proves that honeybees have been around longer than humans. This is probably also why they are the most studied creatures by humans after mankind. Ancient civilisations used honey in food and medicine and…
Consumers are always looking for cleaner, more natural, and simpler cosmetic products that still have that luxurious, captivating feel and effect complicates things for formulators. Fortunately, ASSESSA, offers the Carbogreen range – a selection of natural, eco-certified thickeners for use…
Olivamidopropyl betaine, derived from olive oil, makes it easier to boost the viscosities of natural and sulphate-free shampoos. Besides having good foaming and cleansing action, a good quality shampoo needs a set of rheological properties that will allow it to…
Assessa’s unique process converts solid fruits to odourless, colourless fruit extracts. There’s a significant difference between the Assessa Frulix range and traditional extracts that are available in the personal care industry. The Frulix range of extracts is based on exclusive…