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Bioferments are making their way into modern cosmetology with increasing confidence – and they are certainly creating quite a bit of a “ferment” of their own.

Hyperpigmentation is one of the most common skin concerns, but treating it effectively requires more than simply choosing a product with a trendy active ingredient.

Cosmetic formulation is a controlled mix of chemical ingredients, and only a real product can verify their accuracy of proportions. Isn’t it fair and responsible for the technologist to be the first to try them?

Beautiful challenge, completely free of vanity, was creating - together with Ramp-up - an innovative line of skincare products for runners.

Years of daily work with cosmetic formulations and the analysis of hundreds of products each year mean that we are not easily excited by new launches. This time, however, we felt as though we were in the finest patisserie.

AI’s knowledge of cosmetic raw materials is quite superficial. It doesn’t know their prices or availability, and it often lacks information about incompatibilities between ingredients.

Year 2024 - summary

The development and promotion of biodegradable cosmetics represent an important step towards a more sustainable and environmentally responsible cosmetics industry.

A good sunscreen formulation requires the formulator to do more than simply create a stable formula; the key is to achieve UVA and UVB protection levels confirmed by testing.

Manufacturers are responding to these challenges by striving to develop packaging that is as environmentally friendly as possible. This means not only simplifying the materials used in the container, but also reducing its overall structural complexity.

The type and concentration of ingredients in a cosmetic product are carefully selected according to its target consumer. This requires an understanding of the skin’s needs, which vary depending on age.

A beautiful tan is a reminder of relaxing summer days and, for many people, something worth taking great care to preserve. You have probably wondered more than once - how long can you make it last?

The most important advantage of bakuchiol is that it cannot be converted into an irritating acidic form, as is the case with retinol.

Despite the increasingly strong trend towards the use of natural ingredients, favorable economic considerations combined with satisfactory product performance remain more important.

Glycols not only help extend the shelf life of cosmetic products; they also help moisturize the skin.

Choosing the right fragrance for a cosmetic is not easy, as everyone has very individual preferences. It’s a considerable effort on the part of the perfumer, the formulator, and the marketing team alike.

Everyone has different skin, which is why it’s so difficult to create a cream that most customers will love.

Cosmoprof Bologna 2025 - summary

In-Cosmetics Amsterdam 2025 - summary

A few words about... Businesswoman Awards.

About the cosmetics of the future - psychocosmetics.

With each new SPF formulation, we’re getting better and better at it.