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Solvay’s decision to launch Syensqo – a standalone company that will run its speciality activities – was announced at the beginning of December 2023 following an extraordinary meeting in which 99.53% of shareholders supported the separation. 

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For many years women of menopausal age have expressed that they feel disregarded in the beauty and cosmetics industry, which, given that menopausal hormonal changes can significantly affect women’s skin and hair, is hugely disappointing. 

However, with this gap in the market clearly in strong demand, it’s great to see a positive trend emerging around the niche menopausal market, as formulators begin to focus on developing personal care products that are designed specifically to help women experiencing menopause. 

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As one of the global leaders in the chemicals industry, Solvay’s long-standing commitment and determination to sustainability is nothing short of remarkable. With a goal of reaching carbon neutrality by 2050, Solvay is constantly searching for new ways to innovate and reinvent progress across its business and operational activities, and its One Planet initiative is helping the company do just that.

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Smell is arguably our most powerful sense; it has the ability to awaken many vivid memories and emotions and can significantly influence our mood and mental health. In fact, research suggests that smells generate 75% of our everyday emotions, making us 100 times more likely to remember something we’ve smelled over something we’ve heard, touched or seen – that’s rather remarkable!

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For businesses operating in the skincare industry, there is always a delicate balance to strike between communicating the science behind a product and outlining its benefits—without confusing the customer with biology jargon.

If you’re responsible for formulating or marketing skincare products you’re probably well aware of the importance of protecting the skin microbiome, but do your customers?

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In the ever-evolving landscape of chemical formulations, Verdant’s Mackam® JEM emerges as a beacon of innovation. This high-performance amphoteric wetting agent is crafted from plant-based raw materials, presenting a sustainable solution for diverse industrial applications.

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Over the last few years, we’ve seen a significant change in the personal care industry as we all collectively become more conscious of our environmental impact. Consumers’ expectations are changing, with more emphasis being put on choosing eco-friendly products that contain well-sourced ingredients and provide significant wellness benefits. In addition, the tightening of regulations around the use of microplastics means that many formulators are now searching for alternatives to synthetic ingredients.

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Calling all hair care formulators – this one’s for you! In this post we’re showcasing three of this year’s key hair care trends from one of our principals Carrubba, focusing on plant-based functionals, aromatic extracts and clean fragrances.

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This annual conference, run by the Society of Cosmetic Scientists, is a key event for the industry, offering delegates the opportunity to network with fellow professionals, learn from industry experts and see what new innovations and products are coming to the market in the year ahead.

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Climate change is a global emergency that’s affecting everyone – every individual, community, country and organisation. It’s therefore absolutely vital that we all continue to work together to collectively reduce our environmental impact as much as possible. 

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