The global market for Active Ingredients for Cosmetics is projected to reach US$3.9 billion by 2025, driven by the disruptive impact of naturals and the ensuing rise of “Naturaceuticals” as the new buzzword for cosmetic brands to engage with consumers. Green consumer behavior in the cosmetics industry is driven by growing public awareness over the toxic and dangerous chemicals commonly found in beauty and skin care products. Few of the commonly found chemical toxins in shampoos, conditioners, creams, sunscreens, color cosmetics, hair color and skin lighteners include 1,4-dioxane; acrylates; benzophenone & related compounds; butylated compounds; carbon black; cancer-causing carcinogens; coal tar; ethanolamine compounds; ethoxylated ingredients; formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing preservatives; homosalate; hydroquinone; lead and other heavy metals; methylisothiazolinone and methylchloroisothiazolinone; mica; nanomaterials; nitrosamines; octinoxate; parabens; petroleum jell...