7 CHEMICALS KNOWLEDGE HUB Issue 2 / October 2025 NEWS to raising industry standards”. The lecithin platform strategy focuses on enhancing supply chain transparency and traceability while systematically reducing environmental and social risks. Lucas Meyer Cosmetics and its suppliers are committing to responsible practices and encouraging thirdparty certifications such as ProTerra. This initiative builds on Clariant›s broader supplier engagement program, which for example includes the membership in the Action for Sustainable Derivatives (ASD). Lucas Meyer Cosmetics› lecithin expertise spans both functional and active ingredients, supported by a specialized formulation team that helps customers successfully incorporate these responsibly sourced ingredients into their products. This technical expertise, combined with the company›s sustainability commitments, positions Clariant as a leader in responsible cosmetic ingredient sourcing. These dual initiatives underscore Clariant›s ongoing commitment to sustainability as a core strategic pillar, continuously improving processes and sourcing practices to deliver cosmetic ingredients that exceed industry standards for responsible and ethical sourcing. By focusing on both environmental protection and community empowerment, Clariant demonstrates that meaningful sustainability requires a comprehensive approach that addresses both ecological and social dimensions. Visitors to in-cosmetics Latin America 2025 can learn more about Beraca and the programs firsthand at booth no. L 30. Beraca™ IS A TRADEMARK OF CLARIANT. Charged with accelerating the next generation of green innovation Inolex has appointed Miao Wang as its new Vice President of Research, Development, and Commercialization. Wang, who has led global teams at L’Oréal and Dow Chemical, will focus on advancing Inolex’s green chemistry platform and driving the next generation of sustainable ingredient innovation for beauty and personal care customers worldwide. “Miao is a highly accomplished scientist and strategic business leader with a keen ability to bring bold, transformative projects to life,” said Art Knox, President. “She has a talent for building a strong R&D pipeline, from ideation through end-to-end product development, and for creating an innovation roadmap that accelerates speed-to-market.” Wang previously led L›Oréal’s Green Science Acceleration, a global initiative to accelerate green science transformation to address decarbonization and build a resilient feedstock strategy. She also led the ingredients innovation team in the US to deliver high-performing, disruptive technologies for global product launches. Her influence runs broad and deep across the industry. She is credited with several high-profile brand launches and has a reputation for identifying and capitalizing on white space opportunities. “In many ways, ingredient design is an engine that defines sustainable innovation and enables the claims that consumers desire,” explains JeanMarc Dumontier, Head of R&D, Ambi Enterprises. “Miao approaches collaboration by listening to the customer and bridging opportunities to deliver meaningful advancements in safety, sustainability, and performance.” Wang steps into the role at a pivotal moment in the company’s growth, as Inolex leans into its strategic customer partnerships and collaborative business efforts to address emerging industry shifts. “It’s an honor to have Miao lead the next phase of sustainable ingredient innovation, and we can’t wait to see the impact of her leadership,” added Knox. Inolex names Miao Wang as Vice President of Research, Development, and Commercialization
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