by Editorial Team | Nov 22, 2024 | Blog, Skin Care
Tranexamic acid, a compound originally developed as an anti-fibrinolytic agent to prevent excessive bleeding, has found a remarkable place in the world of skincare. Over the past few decades, it has emerged as a powerful and versatile ingredient in treating...
by Editorial Team | Aug 29, 2024 | Blog, Skin Care
The global skincare market is diverse, with regional preferences shaped by local climates, cultural values, and unique skin concerns. From North America’s demand for clean beauty to Asia’s obsession with brightening products, understanding these preferences is key for...
by Editorial Team | Aug 29, 2024 | Blog, Sunscreens
Masking the whitening effect of titanium dioxide (TiO₂) in foundations and sunscreens on darker skin tones is a common challenge. TiO₂ is a popular ingredient in these products due to its excellent UV-blocking properties, but it can leave a noticeable white or ashy...
by Shani Vermeulen | Aug 24, 2023 | Blog, Skin Care
Retinol, when applied to the skin, is converted by the skin enzymes into retinaldehyde and converted again into retinoic acid. Retinyl palmitate is converted to retinol, then retinaldehyde and then into retinoic acid. Retinoic acid is a potent, multifunctional...
by Shani Vermeulen | Jun 28, 2023 | Blog, Hair and Scalp
In times when cash should not be tied up in slow moving inventory or rising energy costs, our locally blended aMaloco CCB2 conditioning concentrate is the ideal workhorse for rinse-off as well as leave-in conditioners. Combined with any of the hair care actives listed...
by Shani Vermeulen | Jun 28, 2023 | Blog, Sunscreens
Formulating high SPF broad-spectrum sunscreens for protection against UVB and UVA radiation to reduce the adverse effects of solar radiation is challenging, especially when they have to be suitable for all skin types. Sunscreens can be hydro-alcoholic lotions,...
