compatibility in common cosmetic ingredients, viscosity and sensory experience on skin. Kemin Kemin has developed a natural preservative called MicroCurb OC (INCI: Caprylic acid and origanum vulgare oregano leaf extract). MicroCurb OC is a natural plant-based ingredient made from steam distilled extract of oregano leaves that is effective against gram positive and gram negative bacteria, mold and yeast. It can be used in skin and body care products as well as household cleaning products without compromising the stability, appearance or texture. MicroCurb OC is Ecocert and Cosmos approved. Lonza Lonza has recently launched a new Lonzest DC Emollient Ester that offers enhanced spreadability on the skin and skin-conditioning properties that will benefit personal care formulators. Lonzest DC (dicaprylyl carbonate) is a light ester emollient that conditions skin with solubility of UV sun filters. It has improved pigment-wetting properties and is a silicone-free alternative. The product helps give a light, dry, powdery feel to the skin so that it doesn’t feel oily or greasy despite the application of a sunscreen or face lotion. Lonzest DC can be used in sunscreens, color cosmetics, daily facial lotions, overnight serums and non-greasy aesthetic formulations. Mibelle Biochemistry Mibelle Biochemistry’s Snow Algae Powder is based on the extract of algae that grow on glaciers and permanent snow. At extreme environmental conditions, the algae turn from a green to a red form and produce variable stress response molecules. Snow Algae Powder protects and activates longevity factors in skin cells; rejuvenates and protects skin at cellular level; safeguards skin’s youthfulness by activating the Klotho longevity gene; strengthens cellular defense mechanisms through calorie restriction mimetic activity and reinforces, smoothes and hydrates the skin. Momentive Performance Materials Inc. Momentive Performance Materials Inc. recently launched Silsoft Spread Max fluid, a new hydrolytically stable superspreader. Silsoft Spread Max fluid is a nonionic, organo-modified carbosilane copolymer that can help reduce the surface tension of aqueous formulas for improved spreading of actives and inorganic pigments in formulations. Its “super-spreading” property enables Silsoft Spread Max fluid to improve the uniformity and efficiency of skin and hair products with reduced tackiness. Silsoft Spread Max fluid quickly delivers water-soluble active ingredients to skin and hair with a more even distribution. Symrise Symrise has developed SymVital AR, a natural ingredient from ginger root. Symrise uses an eco-friendly process to extract the main components of ginger with soothing and antioxidant activity. Using a multi-step separation process, the final extract is enriched with the two main compounds responsible for the benefits in skin care application. SymVital AR is suitable for all complexions and ages. It protects and improves skin smoothness, complexion regularity and homogeneity of the challenged and stressed skin. Antioxidant and soothing activities provide skin protecting and caring properties. SPRAY February 2015 Spray 19
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