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Mibelle Biochemistry, introduced the lighting high-performing ingredients to SpruceSugar, a biodegradable, grease
concept of emotional beauty and the differentiate their products effectively. barrier film-former, anionic surfactant,
emerging field of neuroscience, high- and low viscosity modifier.
lighting the link between skin and the Sustainability – laying a greener
brain mediated through the endocrine foundation In the Sustainability Zone Theatre,
and nervous systems. Zülli unveiled Sustainability stood as a cornerstone Marie Marache, Mission & Impact
Timood, an ingredient sourced from a of the show, showcasing the industry’s Director at Groupe Rocher, and Clément
citrus fruit native to Nepal, which concerted efforts towards a greener, Azam, CSR & Sustainable Develop-
enhances cognitive function and skin cleaner future. The Sustainability Zone, ment Manager at Pierre Fabre, discussed
appearance. in partnership with The Green Chemist the ‘Green Impact Index’. They high-
Consultancy and partnered with Ecovia lighted the growing consumer awareness
Belinda Carli, B Nat Therapies, Intelligence, featured exhibitors show- of environmental impact, emphasising
delivered a session on ‘The mind-skin casing their new, natural, and organic that consumers now prioritise brands
connection: How to incorporate psycho- innovations. that align with their values and will lose
dermatology in cosmetic formulas.’ faith in those with unclear or untruthful
She emphasised the growing impact of The Sustainability Zone Display sustainability claims.
stress in society, which affects consu- area, sponsored by AAK, showcased
mers and their skin health, with around 54 products, including Bionap S.R.L’s in-cosmetics Global 2025 will
40% of individuals with skin disorders Opuntia Biocomplex SH, a powder take place from 8-10 April 2025 at the
also experiencing mental health issues. extract obtained from the juice of Opuntia RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre,
Carli noted some of the marketing and cladodes; Curie Co. Inc.’s Curamina, a Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
regulatory challenges in discussing the naturally derived bioactive bond-builder
psychological impact of cosmetics, for the proteins that drive personal care In the following pages, we profile
explaining that brands must navigate and fashion; and Green Ingredient Gold some of the product launches at the
these regulations carefully while spot- Award winner Boreal Bioproducts’ show.

Clariant launches cyclic peptide to combat signs of aging

Speciality chemicals company, Chemistry principles, has been proven
Clariant, launched CycloRetin, based to offer rejuvenating effects that make
on a cyclic peptide that enhances skin the skin look up to four years younger.
matrix production, improving collagen
and reducing signs of aging. Clariant also presented its robotic
laboratory, AMICA, that offers the
It is produced from prince ginseng, company to step up the pace of pro-
a plant that is widely used in Tradi- duct innovation so as to overcome cur-
tional Chinese Medicine (TCM), using rent limitations of existing preservation
only green solvents in the extraction systems and to develop the next gene-
process. According to the company, matrix production cycle. Highly effective ration of product preservation. Also
CycloRetin has an efficacy comparable even at low concentrations, peptides showcased was its ingredients selector
toretinol and bakuchiol, is soluble in play a crucial role in supporting youth- tool to make the right surfactant choice
water and is required in minimal con- ful skin appearance,” noted Julie Droux, based on Performance factors such as
centrations. Global Technical Marketing Manager mildness to skin and hair, hair colour
for Actives and Natural Origins. retention, and skin conditioning bene-
At the show Clariant showcased two- fits; as well as Application factors such
formulations containing CycloRetin – At a media briefing one day prior to as foam properties, sensory and after-
Firming Mask and Mask Mist – offering the opening of the show, Clariant also feel, and sustainability profile. An ex-
efficient skincare. “While exploring highlighted Corneopeptyl, an offering tensive mapping of the product carbon
the benefits of cyclic peptides in our from its recent acquisition, Lucas Meyer footprint (from cradle to gate) of the
lab we discovered prince ginseng’s out- Cosmetics. This peptide, produced surfactants portfolio allows customers
standing potential to restart the skin by chemical synthesis using Green to make informed product choices.

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