Petrochemicals are instrumental in delivering desirable sensory and application qualities in beauty products. However, they pose negative environmental and health effects, which is driving the industry to find more eco-friendly alternatives. Personal Care Insights speaks to industry experts from Cargill Beauty, BASF, and Cellugy about how consumers and regulation are fueling the shift away from petrochemicals. Still, the companies flag that there are many hurdles to overcome before a full transition is possible.
