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The publishing House «Beauty for Professionals» Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary!
INTERVIEW
Sergey Kirsh: «If We Don’t Study, Then After Some Time We Will Start Losing»
Sometime ago, the Technologist’s Club appeared on the Russian cosmetics market. This is a project for the exchange of experience between technologists from cosmetic enterprises in Russia. In an interview with Raw Materials & Packaging, Sergey Kirsh, the creator of the Club, owner and executive director of Geltek, spoke in more detail about this initiative, the present and future of the domestic cosmetics market.
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Active Ingredients Against Photoaging
Krasney E., Head of the Scientific Research Sector of PKF Modum – Nasha Kosmetika
Photoaging is a set of biochemical and structural changes that occur in the skin under prolonged exposure to solar radiation. The article describes the mechanisms of photoaging and the possibilities of cosmetics to eliminate the consequences of this process.
ACTUALLY
Sun Protection: Focus on Eco-Friendly Cosmetics
Galkina S.V., Chief-Editor of Raw Materials and Packaging
In recent years, the market for natural and clean products in all categories of personal care and cosmetics has been growing steadily. The UV protection segment is no exception, and within it, natural and clean products are also gaining popularity. There are many different definitions, standards and categories of what makes an ingredient or formulation clean, natural or eco-friendly. This article looks at the changes over the last 5 years in international legislation for skin care products that have led to a trend towards cleaner, greener and more natural sunscreens.
Washing as The Easiest Way to Perform Hygienic Treatment at Home
Filippenkov V.M., Ph.D., CEO of NITSBYTHIM LLC
The purpose of this article is to consider washing as a series of steps that affect human hygiene in terms of removing pathogenic microorganisms that cause unpleasant odors, taking into account the types of laundry. A structured approach is needed that identifies all the steps and the importance of each stage of the washing process in terms of the risk of contamination and odor formation.
Ingredients
Sialic Acid WiSial, A New Trend in The Cosmetic Market
Sialic acid fulfills complex functions in skin care products, including antioxidant protection, anti-aging, whitening and wrinkle-smoothing functions, and stimulates collagen production. Studies have been conducted to prove the effectiveness of sialic acid in the fight against wrinkles and pigmentation.
THEORY
Biochemical Foundations and Methods for Studying Hair Structure
Meleshenkova V.V., Karavaeva E.B., Ruchkina A.G., Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education, Russian State University named after A. N. Kosygin
Healthy and beautiful hair is an important part of the image; it matters in social communication. The article describes the biochemical foundations and methods for studying hair structure.
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Ethoxylated Castor Oil
Merkulov D.A. Ph.D., Deputy Director for Technical Marketing and Sales Support, Norchem LLC
Ethoxylated castor oil is a non-ionic surfactant produced by reacting castor oil with ethylene oxide. Ethoxylated castor oil has valuable properties, which include high emulsifying and solubilizing ability towards hydrophobic compounds; stability in hard water, acid and alkali solutions; high lubricity; moisturizing effect and dermatological softness; used in cosmetics and household chemicals.
experience
Secrets of Successful Laundry Fragrance Creation: The Example of Spanish Leather by Laundry Sauce
In a world of household chemicals dominated by functional fragrances, Laundry Sauce, with its unique Spanish Leather scent, stands out as a revolutionary development that redefines the laundry process itself. The Laundry Sauce experience is interesting because it has set a new standard in the segment, combining stylish and high-quality fragrances with product functionality, proving that even in the routine use of household chemicals, it is possible to enjoy aesthetic pleasure.
PACKAGING & LABeL
A Well-Deserved Victory; Packaging Industry Awards
Berezina E.
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We continue to get acquainted with the winners of the international and national awards held last year. This review focuses on the packaging of the winners in categories such as makeup, household chemicals, kid’s personal care and innovations.