This year almost seems designed to test everyone’s sense of wellbeing. The pandemic, economic uncertainty, extreme weather conditions and other sources of stress have brought millions of people to their boiling point. In fact, a June 2020 survey conducted by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention found that 31% of Americans are dealing with […]
Of all the discoveries and breakthroughs around COVID-19, one particular study caught our attention. While vaccination remains as the best way to prevent COVID-19, researchers recently conducted a study that demonstrated promising results with a specific seaweed extract as a preventative measure against the disease. Even the World Health Organization recognized the potential of seaweed […]
An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but can the right amount of seaweed keep you out of the dentist’s office? Some studies suggest that the nutrients and antimicrobial properties of natural seaweed compounds are perfect for preventing tooth decay, gum disease and canker sores. For formulators in search of natural oral care ingredients […]
Although seaweeds have been around for over 2.5 billion years, many of us are unaware of the unique complex bioactive compounds that these marine plants contain compared to terrestrial plants. As such, seaweeds can provide natural nutritional and functional benefits for product formulations across the functional food, nutraceutical and cosmetics sectors. Seaweed has […]
These days, antiviral solutions are on everyone’s mind. The general public as well as virologists, healthcare professionals and members of the pharmaceutical industry are eager to inhibit the spread of viruses. In fact, there’s an immediate need on the market for compounds with reliable antiviral activities and researchers are exploring new pharmaceutical opportunities. Here’s what […]
UV radiation damages skin in serious ways and contributes to the elevated frequency of skin cancer throughout North America (9,500 people are diagnosed with it every day in the U.S. alone). Though sunscreens made from inorganic chemicals are effective at protecting skin against UV rays, they come with a steep price for local ecosystems and […]
UV radiation. Highly processed foods. Alcohol. Sedentary lifestyles. Cold temperatures. Human skin suffers through a great deal of stress on a regular basis. Though we can’t turn back the hands of time, modern cosmetics masterfully conceal the impact these stressors have on our skin. What worries some consumers is the further negative impact that synthetic […]
What am I putting on my skin? It’s a question more of your customers want answers to. As many as 90% of consumers now believe natural or naturally-derived beauty ingredients are better for them. Formulators need to make cosmetics that help people look their best and nourish their skin. The trick is finding all-natural, clean-label […]
Organic food is no longer a specialty item. It’s spread beyond the food co-ops of college towns and the West Coast into the pantries and refrigerators of 30% of American households. Those who eat organic food believe it’s healthier, tastier, and more nutritious – creating a readymade and devoted customer base for formulators. If you […]
When you look at a Shamrock shake or a slice of red velvet cake, the vivid colours pique your interest as much as the memory of the taste. Our eyes play a big part in our appetites. Yet without additional food colouring, you risk serving up a bland alimentary experience. Though the formulator industry once […]