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5 Editor’s Comment 7 Cover Story: Silab 9 News
68 Formulations Get inspiration for your next project with a selection of prototype formulations from the world’s leading ingredient suppliers
57 FEATURES
15 Interview: Marking two decades at the top Sungho Lee is the President and CEO of Korean cosmetic raw material manufacturer Sunjin Beauty Science. Sungho received his Master of Science in Chemistry from Yale University, and his Bachelor in Biochemistry at Yonsei University in Seoul. With 2026 marking his 20th anniversary in the top job, Sungho spoke with editor Tim Probert about his time in the industry, about Sunjin’s growth and development, plus current and future trends
19 Microbiome-friendly deodorant ingredient
Brazilian personal care active ingredient manufacturer Chemyunion presents the findings of a clinical study that indicate a deodorant ingredient contributes to the control and reduction of the pathogenic microorganism Staphylococcus aureus while supporting the maintenance of the beneficial microorganism Staphylococcus epidermidis
23 The shift towards polyhydroxy acid exfoliants
Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta-hydroxy acids (BHAs) have historically dominated the chemical exfoliant category. However, polyhydroxy acids (PHAs) are emerging as the next-generation alternative for sensitive or barrier-compromised skin, as Rhode Island, USA-headquartered Bradford outlines
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27 Cashew apple: botanical for skin hydration and vitality
Cashew nuts are globally valued as a premium, nutrient-dense food, yet the vibrant cashew apple attached to each nut remains largely neglected. Swiss active ingredient maker Lipoid Kosmetik explains why its cashew apple extract is a powerful candidate for product concepts such as hydrating and revitalizing serums or creams highlighting pore-refining, complexion-smoothing face care, eco-ethical and fair-trade–inspired ranges
31 Sulfated exopolysaccharides: rethinking hydration
Spanish personal care ingredients maker Special Chemicals describes sulfated exopolysaccharides, which are derived from microalgae and have emerged as a compelling next-generation option. These biopolymers, naturally secreted by the red microalga Porphyridium cruentum, present a distinctive molecular architecture rich in sulfate groups and functional sugars that contributes to their hydrating, film-forming, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-ageing properties
35 Chinese language section
News and features from some of the world’s leading cosmetic active ingredient suppliers for our readers in China. This section includes
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technical articles describing personal care ingredients made by Macrophi of Japan, Giga Fine Chemical of Taiwan, Natura-Tec of France, Samyang KCI of Korea and Vytrus Biotech of Spain. There is also a trends piece by the organiser
借助电荷诱导 纳米载体系统 稳定视黄醇
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专为头皮护理而生
of the Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) trade show in China, which takes place in Hangzhou on 18-20 March. The article examines how emerging technologies are beginning to influence formulation decision-making across the cosmetics industry and what this mean for efficiency, performance, and sustainability expectations
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