by Editorial Team | Sep 23, 2025 | articles, Blog, Functional ingredients, Innovations in Cosmetics, Skin Care
The beauty industry is undergoing a quiet revolution, and biotechnology is at the heart of it. For decades, skincare and personal care have relied heavily on plant extracts, natural oils, and synthetic chemistry. But today, biotechnology is unlocking new ways to...
by Shani Vermeulen | Apr 1, 2025 | Blog, Skin Care
Today’s consumers acknowledge the role vitamin C plays in neutralising free radicals that are responsible for premature skin ageing, as well as its essential role in promoting collagen synthesis to maintain supple skin. Advancements in cosmetic science have led to the...
by Shani Vermeulen | Mar 12, 2025 | Blog, Skin Care
The benefits of Vitamin C Though the health benefits of Vitamin C have been known since the 1940s, it was only in the 1970s that scientists began studying the effects of topical vitamin C on skin. The focus was on its potential to reduce signs of ageing and improve...
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 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...
