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Hair Care Trends
Science, health, and innovation are becoming increasingly interconnected, and hair care products are reaching new heights. This category of cosmetic products is moving beyond basic procedures and transforming into a science-based movement inspired by skin care. The focus is on efficacy, wellbeing, ingredient potency, and inclusivity, delivering hyper-personalized, results-driven solutions. The article describes trends in haircare, the prospects of this category and ways of business development.
EUROPEAN PREMIERES
Innovative Solutions for Long Lashes and an Open Look
Pavlov A., General Director of Prospector LLC
Several innovative developments have appeared in eyelash and eyebrow care. They are aimed at stimulating growth, strengthening and improving appearance.
Ingredients
Kerashaft Alab: Symbiosis of Biotechnology and Nature for Hair Transformation
Kerashaft Alab is a worldwide approved (including China) active ingredient for hair care rinse off and leave on applications. Derived from bio-fermented amino acids and plant-based sources, this ingredient is a revolutionary alternative to synthetic cationic conditioning actives.
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Hair Cosmetics: Shampoos, Conditioners, Curling Products and Hair Coloring
Matveichuk Yu.V., PhD, Chief Technologist of LLC Himway, Minsk, Republic of Belarus
The structure of human hair and the main ways of hair damage, mainly due to the use of various thermal devices or chemical compounds, are briefly described. The care products (cleansing, moisturizing, for smoothing and better combing hair, etc.) and hair styling products (hair sprays and lacquers, waxes, gels, mousses) are described. The second category of hair products considered is dyes, bleaches, straightening and perming products, i.e., products that radically (irreversibly) change the structure of the hair.
Mud, Salt, Clay: Natural Resources for Face amd Body Skin Beauty
Balakina M.V., Ph.D. (Pharmaceuticals)
The article discusses the use of natural formations – mineral salts, thermal waters, brine, mud, clays for cosmetic skin care. Information is provided on the effect of mud applications on the body and in skincare; the compositions of various types of clays, mud, salts, as well as the possibility of their extraction from natural sources, are compared.
ACTUALLY
Switching to the Light Side: How to Deal with Unwanted Pigmentation
Krasney E., Technologist Developer
The appearance of pigment spots on the skin can be caused by ultraviolet radiation, inflammatory processes, chronic dermatoses and other pathological conditions. Correction of hyperpigmentation with cosmetics is usually carried out in three main directions: reducing melanin production, reducing its content in pigment spots and exfoliating the stratum corneum. An integral part of the solution to the problem is effective photoprotection.
Transformation of Regulatory Practices for Detergents as a Step Towards Green Chemistry. Natural Sodium Sulfate as an Alternative to NaCl and the Path to Safe products, Protection of Human Health and Ecosystems
Aniskina E. N., Advisor to the President of the Russian Union of Chemists
Sodium sulfate (Na₂SO₄) has a hazard class 4 (slightly hazardous substance). The paper focuses on a comparative assessment of the impact of inorganic fillers: sodium chloride, natural sodium sulfate (derived from galluritic raw materials), and synthetic sodium sulfate on the ecotoxicological parameters of powder synthetic detergents (e.c. laundry detergents). Research demonstrates unique functional advantages and a compensatory effect of natural sodium sulfate in the composition of powder synthetic detergents. Its use in industry ensures improved flowability of laundry detergents, prevention of caking, enhanced cleaning ability, and high level of the biodegradation (biodegradability of powder synthetic detergents with sodium sulfate reaches 75–93% at optimal concentrations, while NaCl limits this figure to 32–59%).
EVENTS
Green and the Best: Prove Your Uniqueness at InterCHARM
Green Valley Awards will be presented for the best natural cosmetic products and ingredients, eco-friendly packaging. The organizers of the award announce the acceptance of applications for exhibitors of InterCHARM-2025.
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Cleaning of Bathroom and Toilet in Professional Cleaning
Matveichuk Yu.V.. PhD, Chief Technologist of LLC Himway, Minsk, Republic of Belarus
The main means for washing and cleaning walls, floors, communications in the bathroom and toilet are considered. Also, emphasis is placed on the need for cleaning not only to remove dirt, but also disinfection.
PACKAGING & LABeL
RosUpack 2025: from Idea to Ready-Made Solution
Smirnova E., Editor of www.cosmetic-industry.com
On June17–20, the largest industry exhibition of packaging in Russia and the CIS, RosUpack, was held in Moscow at the Crocus Expo IEC. In our annual editorial review, we present the exhibition participants and new interesting packaging products for perfumes, cosmetics, and household chemicals.