No Filter with Kobo

In this series we will feature a formula developed by Kobo’s application labs, discuss the ingredients used and give some tips to help you create amazing products. This episode featured formula is an exciting waterproof mascara in bright red shade. We will get to know what is trending for eye products and how to make waterproof formulations that deliver common mascara benefits and how to develop c...

Zinc Oxide (ZnO) is a mineral UV filter that has become very popular in the last few years. In this episode, we will discuss the regulatory changes in Europe and United States that impacted this ingredient, how to formulate with it, and also why Zinc Oxide is a good option to create products that follow trends like natural origin, clean beauty, and inclusive suncare. In these links you will find m...

The current trend towards increasing SPF values in sunscreens presents a challenge to formulators who have to create products with high concentrations of sunscreen agents while keeping acceptable cosmetic qualities. Kobo has developed SunBoost ATB, a mixture of antioxidant, anti-irritant, and anti-inflammatory agents at a proprietary ratio. When used in sunscreens in combination with organic and/o...

Unfiltered information on all topics related to the cosmetic and personal care industries such as the latest trends, innovative ingredients, formulation tips, regulations, expert interviews and much, much more. ABOUT US: Since 1987 Kobo has provided innovative, technology-based raw materials to the cosmetic industry. The product range includes Surface Treated Pigments, Microspheres, Suncare and Co...