in-cosmetics Asia 2014:top 10 moisturisers

Looking for moisturisers? Short of time? Experts' top 10 list helps save your time.

1) NIKKOL Nikkolipid 81S from Nikko Chemicals (Stand E10)      
For tired and stressed-out skin, Nikko’s Nikkolipid 81S offers skin recovery and calming effect with anti-inflammatory efficacy as well as long-lasting hydration. In addition to these credentials it also provides superior affinity and compatibility with skin. 
 
2) Unitamuron H-22 from Induchem (Stand H11)       
Unitamuron H-22 is described as ‘the vegetal equivalent of hyaluronic acid’. This film-forming polysaccharide complex is able to regulate skin moisture content, and in the process reduces wrinkles and increases elasticity.

3) Silkosan from Welltech Biotech (Stand M28)
It’s not just skin that needs to be kept moisturised. Silkosan from Welltech Biotech has excellent film-forming and moisturising properties for hair and is designed for hair preparations especially in aqueous formulas.

4) Amitose VC from Seiwa Kasei (Stand N30)     
Amitose VC series is a novel moisturising vitamin C derivative produced by binding glycerin to vitamin C. The ingredient enables the development of formulations that have a moist-feeling and comfortable sensory texture without the unpleasant frictional feeling typical of vitamin C.

5) AquaCacteen from Mibelle Biochemistry (Stand L48)     
Made from organic cactus (Opuntia ficus-indica), AquaCacteen blocks the release of stress markers from sensory nerve cells in the skin and has a calming effect on irritated skin. However, it also has a high level of hydration thanks to its water-binding compounds, and is particularly effective in rinse-off products.

6) Red Algae Moisturizer from idChem (Stand H40)     
This ingredient is a mixture of gulfweed (red algae) extract and soybean extract and tests have shown good moisturising effect and skin feel. Increased levels of iron, calcium and magnesium boost the skin barrier and reduce skin irritation while it also activates skin cells and causes ceramide levels to rise, normalising skin's immune system.

7) Codiavelane bg pf from BiotechMarine (Stand J63)    
This marine ingredient from BiotechMarine has the ability to moisturise all layers of the epidermis. Codiavelane bg pf would be an excellent ingredient for formulators wishing to target immediate and long-lasting hydration claims.

8) Bio Hydractyl from Cobiosa (Stand J67)      
Bio Hydractyl is a natural moisturiser that reproduces the natural moisturising factor of the skin. The ingredient reduces the level of skin dehydration without occlusive effect while also improving flexibility and softness.

9) Herbasome from Lipoid Kosmetik (G67)       
Herbasome was developed specifically to provide skin with a maximum amount of moisture using liposomes that encapsulate plant-derived water. The range comprises four different species (coconut, apple, pear, carrot) and each is preservative-free and contains no alcohol.

10) CeraFluid from Principium Europe (Stand F71)
CeraFluid is a liquid ceramide that is easy to use and offers compatibility with skin thanks to its natural olive glycerides base. The ingredient cements skin cells in a fluid, elastic mode, improving skin smoothness and elasticity, and also restores the skin barrier which protects against dehydration.
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