Skin health

IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas Digital Summit is back for 2021

17-Mar-2021 By Stephen Daniells

After a record-breaking 2020 Digital Summit, the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas is back for 2021 with a dynamic extended program, a more immersive platform with new features, and more on-demand content.

Amazon has ‘unique opportunity’ to engage manufacturers on adverse event reports, says expert

12-Mar-2021 By Stephen Daniells

The new dietary supplement specifications from Amazon are comprehensive, but adverse event reporting is not currently part of the picture and that presents challenges for brands and consumers, says an expert.

Amazon’s dietary supplement specifications: “These requirements shouldn’t be terribly onerous”

10-Mar-2021 By Stephen Daniells

From the ISO accreditation issue to concerns around “by input”, the new Amazon specifications are sparking a lot of debate within the dietary supplements industry...

NutraIngredients-USA Awards: What are our judges looking for?

09-Mar-2021 By Stephen Daniells

With three weeks left until the closing date for entries for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2021, we’re often asked about the judging process, so here’s what you need to know…

Nutrition 21 says science backing of new beauty-from-within ingredient will help it capitalize on growing market

01-Mar-2021 By Hank Schultz

Nutrition 21 has launched a new beauty-from-within ingredient backed by a recent clinical study that the company believes will help to further enlarge a category that after many false starts finally seems to be in a solid growth phase.

Grapes may act as an edible sunscreen: Study

22-Feb-2021 By Danielle Masterson

New human research has found that consuming grapes can protect against ultraviolet (UV) skin damage --and polyphenols are the likely culprit.

Beautiful opportunity: The time is right for probiotics in skin care

11-Feb-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Consumers are 100% focused on natural ways to improve their skin health and probiotics are an exciting newcomer for this 'extremely engaged' market.

Company demonstrates small commercial scale fermentation process for CBG, GBGA

10-Feb-2021 By Hank Schultz

A cannabinoid product developer has announced it has successfully demonstrated CBG and CBGA production from a proprietary fermentation process.

Surveys suggest veterinarians not meeting pet nutraceutical needs

20-Jan-2021 By Danielle Masterson

While veterinarians may be able to diagnose diseases and perform difficult surgeries, many have received little education on animal nutrition.

Business Leaders Forum: Hear directly from the CEOs of The Vitamin Shoppe, Pharmavite, SmartyPants & NOW!

18-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Start 2021 with insights from CEOs of some of the industry’s leading companies in a wide-ranging, interactive, and FREE webinar on NutraIngredients-USA.

Appeal court reaffirms validity of structure/function claims in biotin lawsuit

15-Jan-2021 By Hank Schultz

An appellate court ruling that reaffirms the validity of structure/function claims is good news for the dietary supplement industry, an attorney says.

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back! Submit your entries!

11-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back for 2021 with new two categories but the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people, and initiatives in the dietary supplements industry.

Algalif responds to astaxanthin demand by green lighting €22m expansion

06-Jan-2021 By Will Chu

Icelandic astaxanthin producer Algalif announces a €22m expansion to its production facilities in a round of investment that builds on 2019’s manufacturing upgrades to meet rising demand.

Beauty from within: Whitening, anti-ageing, hydration, hair care supplements booming in China– Alibaba

08-Dec-2020 By Guan Yu Lim

Beauty supplements are the fastest growing category within the health and wellness space on Tmall, according to new insights from e-commerce giant Alibaba.

Amazon issues sweeping quality specs for supplements sold on its site

04-Dec-2020 By Hank Schultz

Amazon has begun requiring supplement marketers to provide comprehensive testing results and other documentation in order to be able to sell products on its site.

STATE OF THE INDUSTRY SURVEY

NutraIngredients-USA survey on the state of the US Dietary Supplements industry in 2020

02-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

How has Covid-19 affected business? Beyond immunity which categories were big winners in 2020? And did we learn anything about delivery formats this year?

For the Biome makes leap from skin to immune health

01-Dec-2020 By Danielle Masterson

The company said they are redefining immunity health with a new 3-product system that begins in the gut — home to 70% of the immune system.

November Launch Pad: Bloating, hormones and Brotein, oh my

30-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Whether you are dealing with bloat from all the takeout, desire six-pack abs like ‘The Situation’ or hormones have your libido down, November has many new offerings for whatever life throws your way.

Bioenergy ups prototype game to connect with customers during pandemic show drought

18-Nov-2020 By Hank Schultz

Bioenergy Life Sciences has taken the route of developing more complete product prototype ideas for its ingredients as a way to better reach potential customers in this era of no face-to-face events.

Today! IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas Digital Summit

10-Nov-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Kicking off at 12pm Eastern, the three-day event will combine dynamic live broadcasts with exclusive on-demand content about probiotics, prebiotics, and the microbiome. There is still time to register for FREE.

RCT: Vitamin D supplementation assists eczema treatment

05-Nov-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Vitamin D supplementation can improve patient response to treatment for severe eczema, according to a new RCT involving 92 children and teens.

Exogenous GABA boosts astaxanthin production: Study

26-Oct-2020 By Danielle Masterson

New research from the Institute of Intelligent Machines (IIM), Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HFIPS) in China found that the γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) can promote the growth of Haematococcus pluvialis and increase the astaxanthin accumulation.

Gains in Asia Pacific region boost Usana to record-breaking third quarter

22-Oct-2020 By Hank Schultz

Usana Health Sciences posted a 14.5% year over sales increase during a record third quarter that saw volumes grow significantly in the Asia Pacific region.

Microbiome Search Trends: Getting under the skin of prebiotics

22-Oct-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

The interest in probiotics for immunity has passed its peak but a 24-month rise in internet searches for prebiotics and skin health is more than a passing trend, according to new insights from Lumina Intelligence.

Nutrafol targets hair growth in menopausal women

20-Oct-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Wellness company Nutrafol recently revealed results from its new clinical trial on its hair growth supplement designed for menopausal women.

Nutralliance partners with Globionic for US distribution of Eastern Europe nutraceuticals

16-Oct-2020 By Stephen Daniells

California-based Nutralliance has announced an exclusive sales and distribution agreement with Eastern Europe nutraceuticals specialist Globionic, with the larch-derived Lavitol dihydroquercetin the first ingredient to be available via the agreement.

CRN supplement survey shows ‘intensified focus on ingredients to support overall health, wellness & immunity’

30-Sep-2020 By Stephen Daniells

About 75% of Americans continue to use dietary supplements, with more and more consumers reporting that immune health is a key consideration for their usage, according to the 2020 CRN Consumer Survey.

Vitamin E is needed for nervous system development: Study

21-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

New research from Oregon State University suggests that a lack of vitamin E could cause damage to the brain.

FDA’s Tave highlights ‘Regulatory Gap’ for dietary supplements

17-Sep-2020 By Stephen Daniells

A ‘Regulatory Gap’ exists within the US dietary supplements industry, and recent talk of modernizing the regulations are ways to close that gap, FDA’s Steven Tave said yesterday

Serious about the skin microbiome: Science, regulation and opportunities in 2020

09-Sep-2020 By Kacey Culliney

The skin microbiome continues to ignite interest as science fast advances and product innovations hit shelves, but where exactly are the biggest opportunities for industry and what will be the key challenges moving forward?

Majority of lavender products on market adulterated in some way, BAPP bulletin reveals

09-Jul-2020 By Hank Schultz

A new publication from the Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program reveals that as many as 90% of the lavender essential oil products on the market can be considered to be adulterated.

IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2020 canceled: We’ll be back in 2021

19-Jun-2020 By Stephen Daniells

In light of the ongoing uncertainty around the COVID-19 public health crisis, the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2020 has been canceled, but will return June 16-18, 2021 in Washington, D.C.

Apple polyphenols cut UV effects in skin, study shows

18-Jun-2020 By Hank Schultz

Chinese ingredient developer BGG World says new data shows its apple polyphenol ingredient can lessen skin darkening with UV exposure.

Nestlé Health Science to acquire majority stake in Vital Proteins

10-Jun-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Nestlé Health Science has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Chicago-based Vital Proteins, adding the leading collagen brand to its other vitamin, mineral, supplement and wellness brands, including Atrium Innovations, Garden of Life, Pure Encapsulations...

Hydrangea leaf extract may boost skin health from within: RCT

29-May-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Oral consumption of a hot water extract of Hydrangea serrata leaves may improve wrinkles, hydration, skin elasticity, and skin texture, says a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial from Korea.

News in brief

Lessons learned during Chinese regulatory crackdown help Nu Skin weather crisis

11-May-2020 By Hank Schultz

Nu Skin Enterprises says online functionality has helped it post better than expected results even as the global pandemic crisis hamstrings the core face-to-face concept of the multi level marketing model.

BioCell dietary matrix of collagen and hyaluronic acid reduces visible skin damage: Study

27-Apr-2020 By Danielle Masterson

New research found that collagen and hyaluronic acid reduces common signs of sun damage to the skin.

Mixed carotenoids may protect skin from within: Amway RCT

23-Apr-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Oral consumption of mixed-carotenoids may protect human skin against both UVB-induced erythema and UVA-induced pigmentation and support “beauty from within”, says a new study.

IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2020 postponed until November

24-Mar-2020 By NutraIngredients-USA

In light of the ongoing novel Coronavirus (COVID19) public health emergency, IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas has been postponed until November 16-18, 2020 at the Crystal Gateway Marriott Hotel, Washington DC.

NutraCast Podcast: Asma Ishaq on collagen

20-Mar-2020 By Danielle Masterson

What was once a popular injectable filler has found its way into supplements and functional food and beverages. Collagen is popping up in everything from coffee to bars to popcorn.

Trust Transparency Center introduces Collagen Stewardship Alliance

18-Mar-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Once only associated with outer beauty, collagen is casting a wider net by entering into more functional categories and becoming a household name.

New Chapter founder’s topicals line goes live; new supplements on the horizon

04-Mar-2020 By Hank Schultz

New Chapter founder Paul Schulick said he’s close to launching a new line of dietary supplements under his For the Biome label.

Winclove Probiotics signs psoriasis supplement deal with SkinBioTherapeutics

21-Feb-2020 By Will Chu

Winclove Probiotics are to work with SkinBioTherapeutics in the design and development of a probiotic blend that addresses the symptoms associated with the skin condition, psoriasis.

Modere launches cognitive, sports formulas while bucking downward trend for MLMs in US

18-Feb-2020 By Hank Schultz

Modere, a direct selling company focused on social media as a method of reaching customers, has delved into the cognitive support and sports fitness arenas with new products launched at a recent meeting in Anaheim, CA.

China’s direct marketing crackdown hits NuSkin hard; COVID-19 will add insult to injury

17-Feb-2020 By Hank Schultz

Provo, UT-based MLM NuSkin saw year-over-year revenues fall by 10% as a result of the continued regulatory pressure in China. The COVID-19 disease outbreak is expected to depress results even further in the coming year.

Paucity of testing ensures olive oil adulteration continues to plague market, BAPP bulletin says

10-Jan-2020 By Hank Schultz

The Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program has released a bulletin on olive oil adulteration that shows that the issue, though widely acknowledged, continues to plague the market.

Givaudan snaps up Indena’s nutricosmetics unit as part of ongoing pact

27-Nov-2019 By Will Chu

Italian botanicals firm Indena is to sell its nutricosmetics business to Swiss flavours and fragrances specialist Givaudan in a deal that also involves a manufacturing and innovation partnership between the two firms.

Vitafoods Asia 2019

Tibetan goodness: US firm Puredia eyes Asia’s female nutrition market with sea buckthorn products

04-Nov-2019 By Tingmin Koe

California headquartered firm Puredia is eyeing Asia expansion in the beauty and women’s nutrition markets with its flagship sea buckthorn-based health food ingredients.

Pilot Study finds almond consumption minimizes effects of wrinkles

30-Oct-2019 By Danielle Masterson

New research using high-resolution imaging shows reduced measures of wrinkle width and severity in postmenopausal women who ate almonds as a daily snack.

Geltor teams up with GELITA to commercialize animal-free ‘biodesigned’ collagen for supplements

17-Oct-2019 By Elaine Watson

Geltor - a San Leandro-based startup producing collagen proteins via microbial fermentation (without animals) – has struck a deal with collagen maker GELITA to commercialize the world’s first animal-free ‘biodesigned’ collagen for dietary supplements...