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Nature Meets Performance: Mane Kancor Unveils Science-Backed Botanical Actives at in-cosmetics Global 2026

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Across its portfolio, Mane Kancor emphasized consistency, regulatory alignment and compatibility with modern cosmetic formulation requirements.
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Mane Kancor Ingredients, part of the Mane Group, showcased its portfolio of nature-derived, science-backed personal care ingredients at in-cosmetics Global 2026, held 14–16 April in Paris. The presentation focused on addressing one of the sector’s central formulation challenges: delivering high-performance efficacy, stability and sensory appeal while meeting rising demand for natural and sustainable solutions.

MANE brand botanical extract display with burgundy and amber liquids in glass bottles on wooden basesAs personal care brands face growing pressure to reduce synthetic load without compromising performance, Mane Kancor positioned its botanical expertise and extraction technologies as a bridge between consumer expectations and formulation realities. Mane Kancor

As personal care brands face growing pressure to reduce synthetic load without compromising performance, Mane Kancor positioned its botanical expertise and extraction technologies as a bridge between consumer expectations and formulation realities. The company highlighted application-driven research across skin, body, sun and hair care, supported by its integrated sustainability model spanning traceable sourcing, farmer networks and resource-efficient processing.

Retail beauty product display with Kans Help and RedPro branded marketing posters and glass bottles on wooden standsKanShield Max, a COSMOS-approved SPF booster, is designed to enhance sunscreen performance and broad-spectrum protection while enabling reduced reliance on conventional UV filters. In lip care applications, Redpro was highlighted for its multifunctional performance, supporting hydration, improving lip appearance and contributing to a more even-toned look.Mane Kancor

Central to the showcase were three active ingredients. KanShield Max, a COSMOS-approved SPF booster, is designed to enhance sunscreen performance and broad-spectrum protection while enabling reduced reliance on conventional UV filters. It is positioned to improve photostability and formulation aesthetics while maintaining SPF efficacy in finished systems.

Purakani hair elixir product display in retail booth with branded poster and glass enclosurePurakan, a patented microbiome-friendly scalp active, was presented as a natural alternative to traditional anti-dandruff ingredients. Mane Kancor

Purakan, a patented microbiome-friendly scalp active, was presented as a natural alternative to traditional anti-dandruff ingredients. Targeting Malassezia-related dandruff, it is designed to support scalp microbiome balance, with clinical evaluations reporting improvements in flaking, itching and visible dandruff reduction. The ingredient has received industry recognition including the 23rd BSB Innovation Award 2025 and shortlistings for both the 2026 C&T Alle Awards and the Green Ingredient Awards.

In lip care applications, Redpro was highlighted for its multifunctional performance, supporting hydration, improving lip appearance and contributing to a more even-toned look. The ingredient has been validated through in vitro and in vivo testing showing improvements in moisturisation and reductions in visible pigmentation over time.

Retail display of colorful shower gel bottles with wooden stands in store windowThe company presented its C-Capture natural color range alongside Ayurveda-inspired ingredient platforms that combine traditional botanical knowledge with standardized manufacturing processes. Mane Kancor

The company also presented its C-Capture natural color range alongside Ayurveda-inspired ingredient platforms that combine traditional botanical knowledge with standardized manufacturing processes. Across its portfolio, Mane Kancor emphasized consistency, regulatory alignment and compatibility with modern cosmetic formulation requirements.

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