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Butylphenyl methylpropional: a name to keep in mind… and banSubscribers only

It has such a barbaric official name, Butylphenyl methylpropional, that it is commonly referred to by its main trade name: Lilial. And the toxicological profile of this fragrant substance, present in many cosmetic products, also seems to be prohibitive, since the European Scientific Expert Committee for Consumer Safety, after having judged it “not safe” for human health, now seems to accept it only with great caution.

Polyethylene, the little bead... that trapped the microplasticsSubscribers only

This cosmetic ingredient has been present in many formulations for a long time, and has been acclaimed for its softness on the skin and its low cost as much as for its exfoliating and film-forming properties. But its interesting plastic form has given way to its polluting plastic, especially for marine environments, bringing with it all microplastics. Which are getting more and more bad buzz, and ...

ChlorphenesinSubscribers only

Chlorphenesin is a synthetic compound that belongs to the class of organic compounds called organohalogens. Chlorphenesin is a phenol ether (3-(4-chlorophenoxy)-1,2-propanediol), derived from chlorophenol containing a covalently bound chlorine atom. Description of this cosmetic preservative by Expertox.

Actibiome: the cosmetic ingredient that rebalances the microbiota

This novelty is launched by the ingredients supplier Codif. Thanks to the use of DNA analysis techniques, its laboratories have, for the first time in cosmetics, established a microbial imprint of the skin during a period of transient stress. They also identified and characterized the microbiota during these periods in order to propose a solution to treat the resulting cutaneous disorders.

Methylisothiazolinone and Methylchloroisothiazolinone: the story of a blacklisted chemicalSubscribers only

These preservatives, like many others, regularly draw the attention of the cosmetics media. For several years, they have been cause for worry and the subject of alerts issued by dermatologist organizations or health authorities due to their strong allergenic potential. Now, they are targeted by European regulators, who intend to limit their use and even prohibit them in certain products.
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Monday, September 2, 2019
ChlorphenesinSubscribers only
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic compound that belongs to the class of organic compounds called organohalogens. Chlorphenesin is a phenol ether (3-(4-chlo...
Monday, September 11, 2017
Actibiome: the cosmetic ingredient that rebalances the microbiota
This novelty is launched by the ingredients supplier Codif. Thanks to the use of DNA analysis techniques, its laboratories have, for the first time in...
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
So many different waters… in cosmetics!Subscribers only
Water usually makes up over 80% of the cosmetics formulas on the market. Today, several types of water – they are more than mere water – are used in b...
Wednesday, February 1, 2017
Thermal waters in France (2/2)Subscribers only
Extremely popular among major cosmetics groups, thermal waters are on a roll. Their benefits are not only useful for marketing arguments: the evidence...
Monday, January 23, 2017
Thermal waters in France (1/2)Subscribers only
The notion of thermal baths and thermal water-based treatments is very old: it dates back to Ancient Greece. As a guarantee of skin beauty, thermal wa...
Tuesday, November 8, 2016
Alcohol in cosmeticsSubscribers only
It is usually considered friendly and festive as a drink (if it is consumed with moderation, obviously), but can alcohol keep the same image as a cosm...
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
A like… RetinolSubscribers only
It is one of the most widely used anti-aging actives, and for the longest time. But if the efficacy of retinol (or vitamin A) has never been questione...
Monday, August 21, 2017
Methylisothiazolinone and Methylchloroisothiazolinone: the story of a blacklisted chemicalSubscribers only
These preservatives, like many others, regularly draw the attention of the cosmetics media. For several years, they have been cause for worry and the ...
Thursday, July 15, 2021
Titanium dioxide
It is part of many cosmetic formulas, usually as a sunscreen or colourant. It is also involved in all controversies on its toxicity, especially when i...
Monday, May 23, 2016
Anti-pollution ingredients (2/2)Subscribers only
The cosmetics industry is currently in search of new actives to fight against the damage done by environmental pollution on the skin. The Paris editio...
Tuesday, May 17, 2016
Anti-pollution ingredients (1/2)Subscribers only
Fine particles, exhaust gases, cigarette smoke, heavy metals… whether it be atmospheric or domestic, we are surrounded by pollution every day, and the...
Monday, April 4, 2016
Cosmetic allergensSubscribers only
They are among the cosmetic ingredients most often denounced by the press or consumer organisations for their potential to harm health. They are omnip...
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