Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Review

Pharmaceutical manufacturing

12 Jun 2017

Fighting alopecia naturally

A dense head of hair is the result
of equilibrium between loss and regrowth. Loss is a natural phenomenon – a healthy person loses between 50 and 125 hairs every day. Accelerated hair loss, which is scientifically deemed alopecia, is perceived as premature ageing and can have considerable effects on the quality of life of individuals affected.

01 Jun 2017

Pharma industry welcomes new medicines regulator

Government has signed the Medicines and Related Substances Amendment Act (2008) marking the official existence of the much-anticipated South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) as of today. The body is now in preparation to officially take over operations from the Medicines Control Council (MCC).

29 May 2017

Merck helps reverse ageing effects of city living

Growing older is inevitable. While there is no shame in getting older, most people want to look their best for as long as possible.

23 May 2017

Puregas announces expansion plans

South African aerosols industry has grown consistently over the past few years, which has resulted in an increase in demand for propellant from Puregas.

23 May 2017

The edge of innovation

The biggest challenge in Ethnic beauty care is research and development. Catering to multicultural consumers requires product development for a much broader range of hair and skin types. Ethnic skin is better adapted to the sun, but when exposed to a cold, dry climate it loses its protective hydrolipidic film and natural radiance. The skin type requires special care, including moisturisation, sebum control, and smoothing products.

16 May 2017

NAPM rebrands as Generic and Biosimilar Medicines Southern Africa

The National Association of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers (NAPM) revealed its new branding and name change to Generic and Biosimilar Medicines Southern Africa (GBM) on 11 May. The association – which was launched 40 years ago – continues to keep pace with global industry developments.

05 Apr 2017

Vytrus Biotech innovates with the brain-skin connection

Various studies have shown that skin reveals our innermost feelings, and can act as a tell-tale sign of trauma, stress and emotional turmoil. Scientists call this the brain-skin connection, and it’s the focus of Vytrus Biotech’s latest ingredient launched at in-cosmetics Global, in London, UK.

05 Apr 2017

Evonik tackles sensitive skin issues

Evonik launched its new Tego Pep 4-Comfort cosmetics active ingredient at in-cosmetics Global in London.

04 Apr 2017

Azelis explores urban impact on hair and skin

Azelis is showcasing a range of urban-ready formulations at in-cosmetics Global, taking place in London from 4 to 6 April. Visitors to the show can view Azelis’ key technological advancements, which are effective at addressing consumers’ needs.

28 Mar 2017

Natural and functional ingredients from Omya

Omya, the Swiss expert in high purity calcium carbonate, will highlight two core products at in-cosmetics Global. These are its Omyadent and Omyacare ingredient ranges for dental and skin care applications.