INGREDIENT & FORMULATION INNOVATION
Table 3: Calming spray for hypersensitive skin (MDA-A-181-10) Phase
A
B
C D E
Ingredients
INCI EU
Polyaldo 10-1-0
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
3.00
Lanol 37 T
Triheptanoin
1.00
Dub Aprilose +
Apricot Kernel Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters
3.00
Pelemol Dism
Diisostearyl Malate
2.00
Avicel PC 611
Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cellulose Gum
1.00
Rhodicare XC
Xanthan Gum
0.20
Water, demineralised
Aqua
RonaCare Potassium Sorbate
Potassium Sorbate
RonaCare Benzyl Alcohol
Benzyl Alcohol
Citric Acid
Citric Acid
RonaCare Balmance
Maltodextrin, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
3.00
Zemea Propanediol
Propanediol
5.00
"Presenting a mask in an unusual way, such as a “touchless” stick mask, is sure to appeal to homespa aficionados" skin care game. Presenting a mask in an unusual way such as a “touchless” stick mask, or a DIY peel-off format, is sure to appeal to home-spa aficionados. The list of active ingredients which can be included in masks is almost endless. RonaCare AP, which protects sebum components of the skin leading to anti-seborrheic and anti-inflammatory activity, is a great addition to a clay mask (see Table 2). RonaCare Luremin,
20
%
ad 100 0.60 1.00 q.s.
a nature-identical active that improves skin elasticity and moisture, can be used in an overnight sleep mask, a rich composition hidden in a light gel texture. Ronaflair Functional Fillers are another great addition to face mask formulations. The range includes oilabsorbing and mattifying options, and texture-improving products such as Ronaflair Satin, which enhances the silky and velvety texture of a mask; or Boroneige SF-3, which promotes a pleasant skin feel. After indulging in a mask, the next step is to apply a face cream. With the soothing skin ice cream, one essentially builds on the foundation laid by the mask, as this product literally melts on the skin to pamper and soothe even the most demanding skin, leaving it radiant and ready for a busy day. This interesting texture can be paired with several active ingredients such as RonaCare Balmance, a skin comfort stabiliser, to reduce redness and itchiness; RonaCare CP-5, a unique cyclic peptide that counteracts fine lines and wrinkles with absolute precision; or RonaCare Allantoin, which offers rebuilding, smoothing and moisturising properties.
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ON-TREND BODY SPRAYS Self-care efforts don’t stop at the face, extending to body care products which have become firmly entrenched in the home-spa routine. Consumers want body products based on scientifically-proven ingredients, taking inspiration from facial care when choosing their products. As a result, body masks, scrubs, serums and body oils are all on-trend. Body sprays are highly desirable right now – these products are popular because they are contactless, which is a perfect trait for the pandemic. Body sprays are also very light, easily and quickly absorbed, and do not leave a sticky residue on the skin (see Table 3). While mostly everyone uses body lotion, not all body lotions are infused with luxury conveyed through premium actives added to the formulation. For example, RonaCare RenouMer, a marine-based beauty active, stimulates collagen synthesis, enabling a superior redensifying effect, which ensures firm skin on the body and not just on the face and neck. Beauty consumers are taking pampering seriously, and market research shows that as an industry this is the right thing to do. It is time to find novel formulations, textures and formats that pamper, repair and protect skin while entertaining consumers, ultimately ensuring they keep coming back for more. • Merck – www.merckgroup.com
