Unlock the potential of sorbitol's humectant properties in personal care formulations with DKSH Performance Materials' exclusive offer of LIQUID SORBITOL 70% NON CRYSTALLISING (INDIAN SOURCE), as we delve into its versatile applications across moisturizers, shampoos, lip balms, and more, ensuring optimal hydration and skin health.

Discover the defining color trends for Autumn-Winter 2024-2025 with Eckart Asia's innovative pigments, shaping three distinct palettes reflecting deeper societal moods and offering avant-garde color formulations featuring unique effect pigments.

The suncare market's focus on hydration, sensitivity relief, eco-friendliness, and mineral sunscreens is set to continue in 2024 due to innovations targeting white cast issues.

In the personal care industry, trade shows and events occur throughout the year and across the globe. In the recent past, once a trade show had ended, after a typical two to three days, booths were deconstructed and many materials were consigned to the bin.

The transformative power of color cannot be underestimated in the world of beauty of and personal care. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, color has the ability to evoke emotions, boost confidence, and express individuality.

In the ever-evolving landscape of beauty, a paradigm shift has occurred, emphasizing a holistic approach that transcends mere aesthetics. Wellness in beauty has emerged as a guiding philosophy, recognizing the intrinsic connection between external appearances and overall well-being.

Skin sensitivity is on the rise due to factors such as environmental pollutants, stress, and genetics, leading to an increase in conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis. Allergens present in skincare products can exacerbate skin conditions and cause irritation.

In the ever-evolving tapestry of colors, Pantone™ has once again cast its spotlight on a captivating hue to define the aesthetic of the year.

Antifoams, also known as defoamers, are chemical additives designed to control and reduce foam formation. In laundry applications, managing foam is critical to maintaining washing machine efficiency and ensuring proper cleaning.

Emulsions play an important role in personal care products, providing the foundation for various skin care and cosmetic products. As one of the most common forms of formulation, emulsions provide the desired sensory benefits and a simple yet effective method of delivery of active ingredients. Two common types of emulsions, water-in-oil (W/O) and oil-in-water (O/W), each offer distinct sensory benefits and present unique challenges in terms of formulation and preservation.

The chemical industry, essential across various sectors, grapples with environmental issues linked to pollution, waste, and energy use in conventional processes, driving a transition toward sustainability, notably marked by the uptake of renewable and biodegradable alternatives to mitigate fossil fuel dependency and combat climate change, resulting in substantial growth in renewable chemicals and bio-based products.

The chemical industry is experiencing a profound shift towards green specialty chemicals and sustainability, focusing on bio-based solutions, energy efficiency, and circular economy principles to reduce waste and enhance resource efficiency, all in response to growing consumer demands and a thriving specialty chemicals market.