For Dow, two of its most recent ingredient kit launches were both about the product and how the chemical company is positioning itself in personal care.
In a deal announced this week, specialty chemical company Evonik has acquired the J.M. Huber silica business for more than $600m. It’s a transaction that will up the company’s position as a supplier of silica for many industries, not the least of which...
Although widely found to be safe, a recent study by researchers in China has found that silicon dioxide, or silica, may have the potential to negatively affect our genetic material.
Ingredients provider Gelest is launching a silicone-based line of DiEthicones for sunscreen, foundation, mascara and lip products aimed at providing greater formulation compatibility.
Many formulas over the years have used Dimethicones but their inability to solubilize in a variety of surfactants, emollients, oils, and waxes often causes formulation challenges.
Connecticut-based Momentive Performance Materials has launched a
new micro-spherical silicon powder developed with a spiky surface
to help the delivery of active skin care and color cosmetic
ingredients.
Global manufacturing and services provider General Electric has
sold its GE Advanced Materials business, which includes its
activities in the silicones area, to Apollo management company for
$3.8bn.
