Eastman Chemicals has launched its Esmeri CC1N10, a biodegradable and non-microplastic color cosmetic enhancer. It is intended for use in lipsticks, liquid foundations, and pressed powders, and can be used in all color cosmetic formulations. “Esmeri is a sustainable micro powder solution formulated for color cosmetics. The cellulose ester micro powder is freshwater readily biodegradable, non-nano, sustainably sourced from 63% wood pulp, and compliant with the European Commission’s microplastics regulation,” Marty Boykin, director of Care Solutions & SFE Technology Division at Eastman Chemicals, tells Personal Care Insights.