YouSIA™

2. March 2026

  YouSIA™ – The innovative active ingredient for acne, skin barrier, and psychodermatological balance The skin care market is changing rapidly. Today’s consumers expect more than just surface care – they are looking for solutions that address the causes, have a long-term effect, and at the same time strengthen emotional well-being. This is exactly where YouSIA™ comes in. This modern…

White label from 100 pieces – this is how modern testing works in the cosmetics market

1. March 2026

White label is often underestimated. Yet it is one of the most strategically astute models for market entry. White label means: Fully developed, dermatologically tested formulations EU-compliant documentation Production reliability Predictable costs Rapid availability And now comes the crucial point: We offer selected white label products starting at just 100 units. This means: Low capital commitment Fast market testing Scalable…

Why many cosmetic ideas never make it to market – and what is changing now

22. February 2026

Every day, new cosmetic ideas emerge. Serums. Creams. Masks. Niche concepts. And just as many disappear again before they even reach the market. Why? Because the path from idea to product is often fraught with unnecessary hurdles: Minimum purchase quantities of 1,000 to 10,000 units High capital commitment Long production times Regulatory uncertainty Unclear market testing This risk is enormous,…

Copper peptides in cosmetics – structure, effect, and regulatory classification

21. February 2026

  Short answer/definition: Copper peptides are cosmetic active ingredient complexes consisting of a peptide (a chain of amino acids) and a bound copper ion (Cu²⁺). In skin care, they are primarily used to support skin renewal, collagen homeostasis, and antioxidant balance. The best-known molecule is copper tripeptide-1 (GHK-Cu). Copper peptides are permitted for use in cosmetics in the EU, and…

What we at Tojo Cosmetics do differently as a manufacturer of animal cosmetics

11. January 2026

The market for animal care products is growing rapidly. At the same time, it is only very loosely regulated by law. Many suppliers take advantage of this. As a manufacturer of animal cosmetics, we see products every day that are attractively packaged but based on outdated, cheap chemicals – technologies from the last century that have little to do with…

Tojo Cosmetics receives approval to manufacture and market pet food

8. January 2026

Tojo Cosmetics GmbH has taken an important next step: the company now officially holds a license as a manufacturer and distributor of single and mixed feed for pets. This creates the regulatory basis for expanding the portfolio to include feed and nutrition-related product concepts. With this approval, Tojo Cosmetics is consistently developing beyond classic animal care. In the future, in…

Pet care – science meets well-being

8. December 2025

Introduction Pet care has become much more professional in recent years. What used to mean only occasional brushing and bathing has now become an innovative market for high-quality care products. More and more pet owners are paying attention to skin compatibility, effectiveness, and sustainability – after all, pets are members of the family. Modern pet care combines dermatological findings with…

Arginine in cosmetics – everything you need to know about its properties, effects and uses

1. December 2025

Introduction Arginine is a proteinogenic amino acid that plays an important role in both medicine and cosmetics. As a precursor to nitric oxide (NO), arginine has a wide range of physiological functions and has been increasingly used in skin and hair care products for several years. This article highlights the physical and chemical properties, efficacy, advantages and disadvantages, as well…

Oryzanol

24. November 2025

Introduction Oryzanol, also known as gamma-oryzanol, is a white to white-yellowish, crystalline, odorless powder. It consists of phytosterols esterified with ferulic acid (an organic compound from the phenolic acid group) and is extracted from rice germ oil. Oryzanol is an active ingredient found exclusively in rice that can, among other things, reduce cholesterol and blood lipid levels and protect the…

Cyclodextrins: Stability and efficacy for modern formulations

17. November 2025

Introduction Cyclodextrins belong to the oligosaccharides. They consist of several glucose molecules linked together in a ring. The structure of these glucose rings is always conical. Cyclodextrins are named differently depending on the number of glucose units: a ring of six glucose units is called alpha-cyclodextrin, a ring of seven glucose units is called beta-cyclodextrin, a ring of eight glucose…