RECENT NEWS

L’Oréal has invested in Genomatica, a US developer of biotechnology-based alternatives to critical ingredients in cosmetic formulations.

German cosmetic actives producer CLR Berlin has expanded its sales team with the appointment of Stephan Telge as international technical sales manager, effective immediately.

The organiser of the in-cosmetics Global trade show has launched a sustainability trends report, which addresses the challenges and opportunities facing the industry in its ongoing journey to reduce its carbon footprint.

The 15th edition of the Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) show saw a record attendance in Guangzhou of over 30,000 visitors.

US speciality ingredients firm Vertellus has changed its official name to Aurorium in a move designed to better reflect its growth strategy.

US chemical and ingredients distributor Univar Solutions is to be acquired by New York private equity firm Apollo Global for $8.1 billion.

Croda International’s Spanish subsidiary Iberchem cut carbon emissions by 85% at its Murcia headquarters between 2018 and 2021.

The organiser of the in-cosmetics Global trade show has unveiled the education line-up for this month’s event in Barcelona.

Australian marine ingredient producer Marinova has launched a graduate programme to support the next generation of fucoidan experts.

US testing outfit Sequential Skin has entered into a collaboration agreement with Johnson & Johnson to measure skin health for personal care products.

Zurko Research has completed the acquisition of Spanish contract research organization Centre of Hair Care Technology (CTC).

The Swiss Competition Commission (COMCO) has opened an investigation in the fragrance sector based on its suspicions that producers have colluded.

BASF’s Çayırova personal care production site in Turkey has taken a step towards reaching its emission targets by obtaining the International Renewable Energy Certificate (I-REC).

The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) has rescheduled its Sustainability in Personal Care seminar in London to 12 April due to a train strike.

German chemicals outfit Symrise recorded sales of €1.7 billion ($ 1.8 billion) in its Scent & Care division in 2022, up 14.4% on a year earlier.

KLK Oleo has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a controlling stake in Temix Oleo, an Italian manufacturer of esters.

Berkem has expanded its collaboration with Unipex for the distribution of the former’s cosmetic and personal care ingredients to Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and French-speaking Switzerland.

Seppic and Botalys have signed a research partnership for the co-development of new cosmetic ingredients, as well as distribution in various markets and regions, for the latter’s ginseng-based products.

The Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) has elected Chanel general manager of fragrance and beauty Barbara Menarguez as its new chair of its board of directors.

French fragrances and flavours maker Robertet has acquired Spanish natural scent outfit Aroma Esencial.