In formulation, there is a fairly common temptation: to select excellent ingredients individually and assume that, once combined, the result will necessarily be better. But a formula is not the sum of its ingredients. It is a chemical and physical system in which...

Before a consumer can verify whether a cream moisturizes, a detergent cleans, or a food product is satisfying, they have already started deciding whether the product feels effective. Color, smell, texture, viscosity, foam, packaging, and even the sound made when...

For decades, water has been the main ingredient in most cosmetic and cleaning products. In many formulations, it represents between 60% and 95% of the total composition, acting as a solvent, carrier, and medium for the delivery of active ingredients. In recent years,...

  For any company placing ingredients on the European market—whether in detergents, cosmetics, nutrition or specialty chemicals—regulation is not merely an administrative requirement. It is a structural component of the business model. The European framework combines...

    In cosmetics, food, or nutrition, the role of active ingredients is clear: to deliver real benefits to the skin or body. But for those benefits to be effective, safe, and stable, the ingredient must actually reach its target… and that’s where encapsulation comes...

    In the world of cosmetics, nutrition, and detergents, the term active ingredient has become a common marketing claim. But do we truly understand what this concept entails from a technical, functional, and regulatory perspective? In this article, we explore what...

    In the consumer's mind, there is an almost automatic association: more foam = more cleanliness. This perception, although intuitive, does not always align with technical reality. In today’s context, where brands are increasingly committed to sustainable, "clean,"...

    In a market where consumers are increasingly informed —and simultaneously influenced by trends and emotional marketing— claims have become a key positioning tool. "Natural", "toxic-free", "boosts the immune system", "eliminates 99.9% of bacteria", "anti-aging",...

    In a world where consumers seek more natural products free of controversial substances, formula preservation has become one of the greatest challenges of modern formulation. It's no longer just about preventing microbial contamination: safety, stability, efficacy,...

  As autumn arrives, nature enters a new cycle. Rhythms slow down, temperatures drop, and the body — like the skin — undergoes a physiological transition that brings new needs. In this context, seasonal ingredients — those that are harvested, transformed, or at their...

    In a world where skin and gut health are increasingly interconnected, concepts like microbiota, skin barrier, or intestinal immunity have become common language for the conscious consumer. This shift has driven a new wave of innovation centered on...

  In an increasingly saturated market of “natural” claims, real differentiation no longer lies solely in the ingredients used, but in how they are sourced, where they come from, and the story they tell. Choosing local ingredients —grown, harvested or processed within...

  In a world where sustainability is no longer optional but a necessity, both the cosmetics industry and the nutritional supplements sector are embracing the concept of upcycling. More than just a trend, it represents a revolution in how we understand ingredients:...

  The clean label movement is here to stay. Far from being a passing fad, it reflects a profound shift in consumer expectations: greater transparency, understandable ingredients, more natural products, and a perception of enhanced safety. While the term has no...

  Ecological detergency has emerged as an innovative and growing alternative to conventional cleaning products. Its approach goes beyond simply removing dirt—it promotes the use of biodegradable, natural-origin ingredients, formulations that are safe for human health,...

  Good weather arrives, and unsurprisingly, many more cases of microbiological contamination are detected in chemical products than, for example, in winter.This does not mean that during spring and summer we work less effectively from a microbiological standpoint, but...

Surfactants are among the most important ingredients in cosmetic and detergent applications. They are responsible for making products foam and, above all, for cleaning surfaces, clothes, dishes, as well as the skin and hair. At Admixtio, we have been collaborating for...

    In recent years, the development of detergents for manual dishwashing has evolved toward more complex formulas, not only from the perspective of cleaning efficacy but also regarding the care of the user’s skin. This trend has driven the incorporation of...

Skin protection against solar radiation has traditionally been approached through the use of topical sunscreens and physical measures such as protective clothing. However, in recent years, there has been growing interest in oral photoprotection using nutraceutical ingredients, which work from within by strengthening the skin’s natural defense mechanisms. These bioactive compounds can help reduce oxidative damage, inflammation, and UV-induced DNA alterations, offering a complementary strategy to conventional topical protection.

  Hydrocolloids are polysaccharides or high molecular weight proteins that, when dispersed in water, form three-dimensional structures capable of thickening or gelling, modifying the texture of products and stabilizing mixtures. This ability to retain water and...

Formulating hair conditioners with ecological or natural certification presents several challenges due to restrictions on ingredient selection and performance expectations. Conventional conditioners rely on synthetic cationic surfactants, such as quaternary ammonium...

  Paints, as well as all chemical products, tend to be more sustainable and less toxic for people and the environment, making them much more vulnerable to microbiological contamination. Understanding the different types of microorganisms, their main characteristics,...

Spring is just around the corner, and soon the market will be flooded with sun creams again. At Admixtio, we are particularly focused on eco-friendly sun creams, in which only physical filters, namely zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, can be used. In their traditional...