cosmetics
Plant Cell Factories
A biotechnology company that produces ingredients for active compounds for skin and hair care according to a biotechnological process derived from plant stem cells. Plant stem cells' regenerative potential for repairing damaged tissue and ability to regenerate from a single stem cell are the basis of Vytrus Biotech's product portfolio. Plan stem cells can be obtained from accurately selected plant tissues (explants) through a designed process of cellular reprogramming (de-differentiation).
Applying green chemistry to raw material selection and product formulation at The Estée Lauder Companies
Advances in green chemistry over the past 25 years have improved sustainability in the development of new cosmetic and personal care products. Product formulators benefit from an expanding palette of “greener” natural and synthetic ingredients but need clear guidance on how to choose among options to optimize formula sustainability while also evaluating for performance. As greener can have a variety of meanings, for the purpose of this article, we define greener as being aligned with green chemistry principles.