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Semi-automatic bagging stations

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Gericke, a Swiss manufacturer of complete dosing, conveying and mixing systems, offers semi-automatic bagging stations for powders and granulates. 

Particularly used for bagging or drumming loads ranging from 500 g to 50 kg, with accuracies of just a few grams, these bagging stations are suitable for powders and granulates with flows ranging from simple to very difficult. They can produce up to 60 bags or drums per hour.

These bagging stations are composed of a precision dosing unit adapted to the product to be processed, a weighing plate associated with its electronics, and a bagging mouth equipped with a bag clamp, an inflatable seal and a dust extraction mouth, thus preventing any dust emission into the operator's work area.

For its customers, Gericke is able to carry out industrial-scale tests at its pilot stations for its entire product range.

An elegant, practical jar for effortless refills

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Arena, the latest addition to the jar collection from Quadpack, an international manufacturer and supplier of packaging for beauty products, features a wide base and low profile, giving it a distinctive silhouette and minimalist elegance.

The 50-ml jar features a PET outer wall, a PP refill and a PP cap. The two-piece cap is designed to facilitate complex decorations and improve appearance while reducing weight and quantity of materials. PET and PP components can be easily disassembled for recycling.

A discreet notch on the rim of the outer jar makes it easy to remove the inner refill. "The refill concept only works if it's done without fuss, and that's exactly what Arena offers," explains Karen Merchán, Category Manager - Skincare at Quadpack. With its smart notch along the rim, there's no need to stick your fingers into the jar to remove it. Your fingers stay clean and don't slip. It's a highly functional feature that distinguishes Arena's design. 

Refills are heat-sealed to minimize the use of materials. The refill is sealed by thermal or conductive action during the filling process, eliminating the need for a temporary service cap.

Once filled, the Arena jar offers a comfortable user experience, according to its designers. It is suitable for all types of cream. Thanks to its larger diameter than usual cream jars, it's easier to pick up more product with one or more fingers.

Arena is a "Made in Europe" solution, manufactured and decorated at the Quadpack factory in Germany. A wide variety of decoration techniques can be applied to the product to achieve the desired look and texture, including opaque or translucent color injection, screen printing, full-coverage hot stamping and matte lacquering.

Beiersdorf signs partnership agreement with Macro Biologics

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Beiersdorf and Macro Biologics, a US bioengineering company, have entered into a multi-year partnership to collaborate on the development of biodegradable antimicrobial peptides with broad application possibilities in skin care and healthcare. At the same time, Beiersdorf joins Macro Biologics as an investor through its venture capital unit Oscar & Paul Corporate.

Collaboration in this dynamic research area will focus on the use of Macro Biologics' antimicrobial "amicidins" in the development of Beiersdorf's innovative products and formulas. Aminicidins act against a wide variety of bacteria: they can help relieve or improve skin conditions, and are also designed for early topical application in the prevention of wound infections. 

The common goal is to create highly effective, safe and sustainable solutions for a variety of application areas within Beiersdorf's brand portfolio, primarily in dermatology and healthcare.

"Through our collaboration with Macro Biologics, we are strengthening Beiersdorf's capacity for innovation, in line with our "Win with Care" strategy, as well as our ambition to remain a leader in the field of climate protection, said Dr Gitta Neufang, Beiersdorf Senior Vice President, Global Research and Development. We are delighted to have found an outstanding partner in this promising field of antimicrobial peptides, who shares our visionary drive for innovation. We look forward to jointly introducing Macro Biologics' advanced technology to the world of skin care and healthcare."

"We are very pleased to partner with Beiersdorf, a global skin care and health giant," said Dr. Michael BevilacquaGeneral Manager and Scientific Director of Macro Biologics. For Macro, this collaboration is a perfect fit, both from a research and a commercial point of view. Beiersdorf's in-depth expertise in product formulation, development and commercialization will enable amicidins to improve people's lives in a variety of contexts. This partnership is based on shared principles, as we both strive to create sustainable value for people and the environment."

Laurent Marteau steps down as CEO of L'Occitane Group

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L'Occitane Group, the B Corp-certified specialist in high-end sustainable beauty and well-being, has announced Laurent Marteau's decision to step down as CEO and member of the Board of Directors, effective September 16, 2024, to focus more on his personal activities and pursue professional opportunities outside the Group.

The Board of Directors has set up an "Office of the CEO" whose members will manage the day-to-day operations of the company during this transition period. Its members are Reinold Geiger, Chairman and majority shareholder of the L'Occitane Group, Samuel Antunes, Group Chief Financial Officer, and Ingo Dauer, Group General Counsel.

The L'Occitane Group is currently focusing on the transition to new management and governance structures as part of its delisting from the Hong Kong stock exchange, which should be completed by October 16, 2024.

Photo taken from the L'Occitane Group website.

3rd consecutive Platinum EcoVadis medal for Fedrigoni

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The Fedrigoni Group wins a Platinum EcoVadis medal for the third year running, with its score rising to 90/100. The group, one of the world's leading players in specialty papers, labels and labelstock, as well as RFID and connected solutions, remains in the world's top % of companies in its category.

The Platinium Medal is the highest distinction awarded by EcoVadis, an international CSR rating agency which each year assesses the environmental and social responsibility activities and management systems of tens of thousands of companies of all sizes and in all industrial sectors worldwide.

"This result is an incentive to continue striving for excellence, together with our stakeholders and customers.comments Marco Nespolo, Group CEO. Every day, and in every area, we strive to achieve our CSR objectives for 2030, with a constant improvement approach guided in particular by the feedback we receive through assessments such as the one carried out by EcoVadis. These indicators enable us to implement corrective actions year after year, improving from one assessment to the next until, in just five years, we have achieved results of which we can be truly proud".

The group's performance in the "environment" category and the improved score in the "sustainable sourcing" category help to explain Fedrigoni's high score. EcoVadis is currently modeling the company's supply chain, so that it can serve as an example for other companies.

Furthermore, in 2024, Fedrigoni confirmed its position as leader in the "carbon management" category, among the companies with the best system for managing climate change issues, with ambitious decarbonization targets set on the basis of a scientific benchmark.

With its "Making Progress" approach, the Italian group has set itself targets for 2030, tracking all progress in a rigorous, transparent and measurable way: a 30 % reduction in CO₂ emissions (a target approved by the SBTI), water consumption to be reduced by 10 % in terms of abstraction (returning 95 % of this clean water to the environment), waste management to enable total circularity (zero waste sent to landfill), and a product offering made up of 100 % Aticelca-certified recyclable special papers and Recyclass-certified self-adhesive materials suitable for recycling or reuse.

Protecting people in their environment

Committed to concrete action on biodiversity and human rights issues, the Fedrigoni Group is also committed to creating a safer, more inclusive working environment. Priorities include accident prevention (in 2023, at Group level, the accident frequency index fell by 17.7 %, from 13.3 to 11), reducing the gender gap (to reach 35 % of management positions held by women) and promoting an inclusive, learning-friendly environment for the company's 6,000 employees. 

In terms of CSR, the company has also been included by S&P Global in the Sustainability Yearbook 2024. Only 8 % of the 9,400 companies assessed in the Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2023 are included.

Evonik develops a new skin microbiome model

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Michelle Dargatz, Simulation & Analysis. Evonik Halle-Künsebeck: As some of the bacterial strains used cannot tolerate oxygen, biotechnologist Michelle Dargatz places them in a suitable culture medium in the absence of oxygen. ---- Michelle Dargatz, Simulation & Analysis. Evonik Halle-Künsebeck: Da einige der eingesetzten Bakterienstämme keinen Sauerstoff vertragen, bringt Biotechnologin Michelle Dargatz sie unter Sauerstoffausschluss in ein geeignetes Kulturmedium.

German company Evonik has developed a new skin microbiome model. According to the company, this model enables scientifically-supported evaluation of the influence of cosmetic ingredients and products on the skin microbiota in laboratory tests. 

Evonik is currently testing cosmetic ingredients from its own product range to obtain factual information on their compatibility with the microbiome. This meets the expectations of cosmetics manufacturers and consumers who are increasingly interested in scientific evidence of the efficacy of cosmetic products. In addition, this data will provide Evonik with a basis for developing cosmetic ingredients that take this information into account.

Evonik points out that the skin microbiome - which includes the bacteria, fungi and viruses present in the skin - varies from person to person. It is exposed to many internal and external influences, from diet to sunlight. The presence of specific bacterial strains is characteristic of certain areas of the skin, which can be described as sebaceous, moist or dry.

"Many modern cosmetics claim to be microbiome-friendly, explains Stefan Pelzer, head of microbiome research at Evonik. However, the tests currently used do not fully reproduce the complexity of the skin microbiome." 

Evonik's new skin microbiome model precisely studies the interactions and mutual interdependencies between microorganisms in the laboratory. To do this, between eight and ten typical skin microbes are grown together. The conditions are chosen so that all strains of bacteria can proliferate and interact. This is a particular strength of this new approach.

Parameters are increases or decreases in biomass and changes in crop diversity for a test substance compared to a control. They are then entered into an evaluation matrix as "microbiome stimulating", "microbiome favorable", "microbiome modulating" or "microbiome detrimental". Any significant change in bacterial diversity is considered detrimental, as the protective function of the skin microbiome depends on the natural balance of microorganisms.

Standardized plates enable 48 individual samples to be studied simultaneously. "Our new model bridges the gap between conventional in vitro tests, which are simple but less meaningful, and in vivo studies on test persons, which take longer."says Stefan Pelzer.

In addition to the coculture model for balanced skin, Stefan Pelzer's team has already developed a model for acne-sensitive skin. Further models will be developed in collaboration with customers from the cosmetics industry. In addition, work to improve complexity has already begun. One possibility would be to combine bacterial cocultures with tissue and cell culture models. Indeed, as Pelzer explains, micro-organisms interact not only with each other, but also with skin cells.

Scientifically-based efficacy claims will be the key to growth in the cosmetics industry. According to a recent study, one in two young consumers gathers detailed information on product benefits and ingredients before buying.

Evonik's expertise lies in its Biotech Hub and Skin Institute. The Biotech Hub brings together the company's biotechnology expertise. The role of the Skin Institute, created in 2023, is to provide proof of dermocosmetic claims for Evonik's current and future portfolio of cosmetic ingredients. 

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Nanoparticles: measuring Zeta potential

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SDTech, an expert in fine powders for over 20 years, offers its customers and partners its expertise in Zeta potential, an indicator of the intensity of electrostatic repulsion or attraction between particles.

Zeta potential represents the electrical charge a particle acquires from the cloud of ions surrounding it when in suspension. Its measurement provides an understanding of the causes of dispersion, aggregation or flocculation, and a source of optimization for the formulation of dispersions, emulsions or suspensions. 

To support its customers in the physico-chemical characterization of their suspensions, the company is equipped with a state-of-the-art tool, the "Zetasizer Nano ZS" from Malvern Panalytical. It measures Zeta potential using laser Doppler electrophoresis. The electric field applied to the cell containing the suspension sets the particles or colloids in motion according to their charge. By measuring their speed of movement (or electrophoretic mobility), the Zeta potential can be calculated.

SDTech has drawn up an analysis protocol for each product based on its physico-chemical characteristics and end use.

Zeta potential can be measured as a function of the pH of the medium, its salt, surfactant or electrolyte concentration, and by varying the nature of the additives. The isoelectric point (IEP), the pH at which the Zeta potential is zero, resulting in particle aggregation or flocculation, can also be determined. Identifying these data enables us to predict the behavior of nanoemulsions and nanosuspensions, and to address a wide range of formulation issues.

Using cell culture to assess marine ecotoxicity

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"With our test, Innov&Sea is helping to transform the quality and sustainability of solar products and make our partners' business more sustainable."says Pauline Cotinat, president and co-founder of Innov&Sea, who holds a doctorate in marine biology from the Université Côte d'Azur.

Founded in 2023 in Nice as a spin-off from the Institut de recherche sur le cancer et le vieillissement (Ircan), the young company Innov&Sea offers brands and manufacturers the opportunity to assess the impact of their suncare products or raw materials on the marine environment, thanks to an innovative marine ecotoxicity test. "We help companies optimize their product formulations by reducing or eliminating the use of certain controversial ingredients, in order to bring to market products that are as harmless as possible for marine ecosystems".explains Pauline Cotinat.

The test is based on in vitro from academic research based on sea anemone cell culture Anemonia viridisa marine invertebrate that is a recognized indicator of coastal marine ecosystems. "This marine organism, a close relative of corals, lives in symbiosis with a microalga and undergoes the same bleaching phenomenon as reef-building corals, making it a relevant model for assessing the state of health of the marine reef ecosystem".says Pauline Cotinat.

An eco-responsible alternative to animal testing

Innov&Sea's test can be carried out at every stage of formulation, from the selection of cosmetic ingredients to the intermediate stages and finished products. It represents an alternative to animal testing, even on farmed animals, and contributes to the protection of marine biodiversity.

According to its developers, the technology also offers greater repeatability, reliability and accuracy than traditional tests. in vivo The test is fast, with results available in less than twenty days. What's more, the test is fast, with results available in less than 20 days, and can be carried out all year round. 

Towards more sustainable practices

Innov&Sea reports that the test - adopted by several major brands seeking to position themselves in the eco-responsible products market, as well as by producers of cosmetic ingredients - has proved its effectiveness on a wide range of suncare products and on all types of galenic formulations, revealing impacts ranging from slight to irreversible. 

Innov&Sea is supported by CNRS Innovation, Bpifrance and the Provence Côte d'Azur incubator.

Texen earns Platinum EcoVadis rating for 3rd year running

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For the third year running, Texen has been awarded the EcoVadis Platinum Medal with a score of 83/100, an improvement on last year despite more demanding criteria. This places the company in the top 1% of sustainability performers worldwide. Platinum certification is the highest possible recognition in the EcoVadis assessment, which is based on four main criteria: environment, labor and human rights, ethics, and responsible purchasing. 

"Receiving the EcoVadis Platinum award for the third time in a row is a real source of pride for our Group. It reflects our ongoing efforts to integrate sustainability principles into all our activities. We firmly believe that a responsible company is a successful company, and this award encourages us to continue striving for excellence."says François-Xavier Entremont, Group President.

Among the group's many achievements - in line with the UN's main sustainable development goals - is the reduction of 43.5 % in carbon emissions by 2019 thanks to work on scopes 1 and 2. Texen has produced over 80 % of eco-designed offers. Some 88 % of the Group's production sites are ISO 14001 certified. In addition, the equivalent of 778 tonnes of carbon were saved, thanks in particular to the installation of insulating sleeves on presses and photovoltaic panels.

Other emblematic data: 16% of purchases are made through a solidarity-based approach; 85% of the most exposed employees in France and abroad have been trained in business ethics.

Five powders with powerful benefits for the skin combine make-up and skincare

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Givaudan Active Beauty [N.A.S.] Vibrant Collection

Givaudan Active Beauty unveils a new generation of active botanical extracts for make-up products. This series of active extracts of 100 % natural origin represents, according to the company, "a significant advance in both performance and skin benefits, guaranteeing color stability and longevity."

Designed using green fractionation, [N.A.S.] Vibrant Collection comprises five natural extracts. Highly concentrated in bioactive compounds, these powder extracts offer strong antioxidant properties, and each provides additional benefits for the skin. They are [N.A.S.] Curcuma 7409 (soothing rhizome extract derived from Curcuma longa L.), [N.A.S.] Gardenia 2168 (anti-aging fruit extract derived from Gardenia florida L, [N.A.S.] Spirulina 2183 (lightening algae extract derived from Spirulina platensis G.), [N.A.S.] Radish 1805 (skin-protecting radish extract derived from the root of Raphanus sativus L.) and [N.A.S.] Radish 2364 (anti-glycation radish extract derived from the root of Raphanus sativus L.).

"There is a growing need for ingredients specifically designed for hybrid makeup formulas - ingredients that can be easily incorporated into makeup. Focusing its efforts on sourcing and supply chain of natural ingredients, Givaudan Active Beauty has identified four natural raw materials known for their strong antioxidant potential that also offer proven benefits for the skin, while maintaining makeup performance."explains Fabrice Lefevre, Innovation and Marketing Director.

Givaudan's specific process guarantees the compositional stability of extracts and bioactive compounds, preserving their organoleptic properties and appearance. Oil-dispersible powders deliver their biological efficacy in make-up without compromising performance, intensity or color stability.

Join us at in-cosmetics Latin America - to be held in São Paulo (Brazil) on September 25 and 26, 2024 - to discover Givaudan Active Beauty's new ingredients and marketing concept, S3D Your True Colours, the vegan make-up palette. Givaudan Active Beauty's digital platform dedicated to cosmetic ingredients, uxbeauty.givaudan.com, will also be available to find out more.

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