Two Mediterranean curry plant extracts may have potential for use in cosmeceutical products, thanks to the presence of phenolic compounds such as flavonoids and phenolic acids.
Singapore-based cosmeceutical brand Aspurely is targeting revenue highs of U$5.9m, an approximate growth of 35%, this year on the back of its overseas expansion and a new distribution strategy.
Active lip care brand Esho is continuing its rise in beauty with a flurry of new launches and retail partnerships on the horizon as its founder aims to bring lips to the forefront of personalised routines.
Consumer interest is turning more towards natural and sustainable ingredients, and while plant extracts are a good potential avenue to satisfy that trend, more research is needed to effectively implement natural antioxidants.
Driven by an aging population looking for anti-aging solutions, the cosmeceutical market in the US is projected to grow at almost double the average rate for the cosmetics sector, according to the Freedonia Group.
A study exploring new ingredients in cosmeceuticals suggests that
the tell-tale signs of skin aging may be tackled by specific
chemicals that work like prescription drugs.
The US House of Appropriations is debating a bill to increase
funding for the Office of Cosmetics and Colors; an increase that
may be much needed as products containing nanotechnology and
cosmeceuticals increase.
A US-based medical organization has advised caution over the use of
cosmeceutical products, outlining the fact that they are largely
regulated as cosmetic products and not medicines, despite the
powerful active ingredients included...
Dermacia says it has raised $10 million since commencing private
funding and that Gemini Partnersa Los Angeles-based investment
banking group, has been engaged to explore additional opportunities
to finance Dermacia's rapid growth...