RAHN's Cosmetic Raw Materials
Over 60 years experience
Our RAHN-Cosmetics business unit already has over 60 years of international experience in handling speciality and auxiliary products used by the cosmetics industry, including cosmetic raw materials. Constructive and long-term cooperation with selected cosmetics raw materials suppliers coupled with the design of our own-brand RAHN-Cosmetic Actives have resulted in the creation of a contemporary and high quality product portfolio.
publications
We unlock the secrets of skin and hair for you. Read our scientific publications.
You can find older tech papers in our archive.
Measurement of Stress Relief during Scented Cosmetic Product Application Using a Mood Questionnaire, Stress Hormone Levels and Brain Activation
MDPI September 2022
Arielle Springer, Laura Höckmeier, Doris Schicker, Stefan Hettwer, Jessica Frei…

Solving the Dandruff Dilemma Holistically and Naturally
Cosmetics & Toiletries June 2022
L. Schoeffel, E. Besic Gyenge, S. Hettwer, B. Suter, B. Oberma…

Psoriasis – Plant-based Approach to Strengthen the Skin’s Immune System
SÖFW June 2022
S. Hettwer, E. Besic Gyenge, B. Suter, B. Obermayer
Psoriasis – Plant-based Approach…

To dye for! - A natural colouration booster
Personal Care May 2022
E. Besic Gyenge, L. Schoeffel, , S. Hettwer, B. Suter, B. Obermayer
To dye f…

The Invisible Threat for Hair and Scalp
SÖFW April 2022
E. Besic Gyenge, S. Hettwer, L. Schoeffel, B. Suter, B. Obermayer
The Invisible Thr…

Ease Stress – But Quickly, Please
SÖFW March 2022
S. Hettwer, E. Besic Gyenge, B. Suter, B. Obermayer
Ease Stress - But Quickly, Plea…

Minimal Care - Spa-Feeling for Skin and Hair
SÖFW November 2021
E. Besic Gyenge, S. Hettwer, B. Obermayer
Minimal Care - Spa-Feeling for Skin an…

Can Fermentation “Preserve” the Skin?
SÖFW October 2021
E. Besic Gyenge, S. Hettwer, B. Suter, B. Obermayer
Can Fermentation “Preserve” t…

Rise Above the Maze of „Clean Beauty“ – RAHN-Cosmetic Actives‘ Approach
SÖFW May 2021
E. Besic Gyenge, S. Hettwer, B. Suter, B. Obermayer
Rise Above the Maze of „Clean Bea…

Genderless cosmetics with gender-specific efficacy
Personal Care March 2021
E. Besic Gyenge, S. Hettwer, B. Suter, B. Obermayer
Genderless cosmetics w…

In Active We Trust: Sustainability, Traceability and Transparency in Cosmetics
SÖFW November 2020
E. Besic Gyenge, S. Hettwer, B. Suter, B. Obermayer
In Active We Trust: Sustaina…

Beauty and the Mask – Eyes Only_EN
SÖFW October 2020
S. Hettwer, E. Besic Gyenge, S. Breitenbach, B. Suter, B. Obermayer
Beauty and th…

Epidermal Jetlag
HPC Today July/August 2020
S. Hettwer, E. Besic Gyenge, B. Suter, S. Breitenbach, B. Obermayer
Epid…

The Golgi Apparatus – Cellular Detox Super Hero
SÖFW April 2020
E. Besic Gyenge, S. Hettwer, B. Suter, S. Breitenbach, B. Obermayer
The Golgi Appar…
Influence of cosmetic formulations on the skin’s circadian clock
International Journal of Cosmetic Science April 2020
S. Hettwer, E. Besic Gyenge, B. Obermayer
Infl…

Analysis of 'The trilogy of lifting'
Personal Care Europe April 2020
Stefan Hettwer, Emina Besic Gyenge, Barbara Obermayer
Analysis of '…

Sustainable power food for your skin
Personal Care Europe November 2019
Emina Besic Gyenge, Stefan Hettwer, Brigit Suter, Sandra Breiten…

High-acyl Gellan Gum as a Functional Polyacrylate Substitute in Emulsions
SÖFW December 2019
N. Reichmuth, P. Huber, R. Ott
High-acyl Gellan Gum as a Functional Polyacrylate…

Natural Skin Barrier Supplement to Resist Artificial Radiation
SÖFW October 2019
Stefan Hettwer, Emina Besic Gyenge, Brigit Suter, Sandra Breitenbach, Barbara Obe…

Can Active Ingredients Improve the Reach of Men Care Products?
SÖFW September 2019
Stefan Hettwer, Emina Besic Gyenge, Brigit Suter, Sandra Breitenbach, Barbara O…
events
Save the date! We're looking forward to meeting you at the following events
PCHi Guangzhou 2023
15.02.2023 - 17.02.2023
in-cosmetics global 2023
28.03.2023 - 30.03.2023
Visit us on booth P20!
NYSCC Suppliers' Day 2023
02.05.2023 - 03.05.2023
Visit us on booth 544!
in-cosmetics Latin America 2023
27.09.2023 - 28.09.2023
SEPAWA 2023
25.10.2023 - 27.10.2023
Visit us on booth C437!
in-cosmetics asia 2023
07.11.2023 - 09.11.2023
Visit us on booth L61!
SCS Formulate 2023
14.11.2023 - 15.11.2023
Visit us on booth 1015!
press releases
Would you like to stay up to date? Here you can find our latest press releases.
New partnership between Laboratoires ERIGER and RAHN
Zürich/Switzerland August 2022
We are pleased to announce the new partnership between Laboratoires …
3 first prizes for RAHN-Cosmetic Actives
Zürich/Switzerland April 2022
RAHN scooped 3 first prizes at the BSB Innovation Award ceremony for …
Keeps urban stress away from hair and scalp!
Zürich/Switzerland, February 2022
RADICARE®-ECO from RAHN is a powerful antioxidant inspired by sop…
A multisensory firework for youthful skin!
Zürich/Switzerland, February 2022
A multisensory firework for youthful skin! RAHN's brand-new MYRAM…
RAHN's brand-new active ingredient LIFTONIN®-QI
Zürich/Switzerland, May 2021
RAHN's brand-new active ingredient LIFTONIN®-QI, which provides a skin…
RAHN launches new data with HYDRACTIN®-LMF and AQUARICH® to meet the emerging trend of wellbeing
Zürich/Switzerland, April 2021
RAHN launches new data with HYDRACTIN®-LMF and AQUARICH® to meet the…
REFORCYL®-AION - Awarded for its particular environmental benefits
Zurich/Switzerland, October 2020
REFORCYL®-AION - Awarded for its particular environmental benefits
CELLIGENT® - Stop Epidermal Jetlag
Zurich/Switzerland, October 2019
CELLIGENT® - Stop Epidermal Jetlag®
SEBOCLEAR-MP - Gold, Silver, Bronze and Innovation Award for a balanced Microbiota
Zurich/Switzerland, July 2019
SEBOCLEARTM-MP - Gold, Silver, Bronze and Innovation Award for a bal…
CELLACTIVE® - Sustainability meets efficacy
Zurich/Switzerland, January 2019
CELLACTIVE® - Sustainability meets efficacy
RADICARE®-GOLD - Your Personal Faraday Shield
Zurich/Switzerland, January 2019
RADICARE®-GOLD - Your Personal Faraday Shield!
RAHN's New Blue Light Control!
Zurich/Switzerland, November 2017
RAHN's New Blue Light Control!
DEFENSIL®-SOFT wins Bronze!
Zurich/Switzerland, November 2017
DEFENSIL®-SOFT wins Bronze!
DEFENSIL®-SOFT - The Neuro-Balm from A to Zen wins Innovation Prize
Zurich/Switzerland, May 2017
DEFENSIL®-SOFT - The Neuro-Balm from A to Zen wins Innovation Prize
Who is new? - Yao Ji
Zurich/Switzerland, November 2016
Who is new? - Yao Ji
Who is new? - Emina Besic Gyenge
Zurich/Switzerland, November 2016
Who is new? - Dr. Emina Besic Gyenge
LIFTONIN®-XPERT - Best ingredient award for smart collagen manager
Zurich/Switzerland, November 2016
LIFTONIN®-XPERT - Best ingredient award for smart collagen manag…
BioLeaders and RAHN start partnership
Zurich/Switzerland, May 2016
BioLeaders and RAHN start Partnership
RAHN LAUNCHES LIFTONIN®-XPERT, AN EXPERT IN SKIN COLLAGEN MANAGEMENT
Zurich/Switzerland, February 2016
RAHN launches intelligent collagen booster LIFTONIN®-XPERT
Disengage from AGE! New data - PROTEOLEA® from RAHN detoxifies the skin from advanced glycation end products.
Zurich/Switzerland, November 2015
RAHN publishes new data with PROTEOLEA®
cosmetopolitan
From our lab to yours: become an insider and discover our magazine "Cosmetopolitan"!

Cosmetopolitan May 2022
Topics:
- Latest News from RAHN
- What is Astaxanthin?
- Bye-bye Anti-Aging, and Hello Well-Aging
…

Cosmetopolitan November 2021
Topics:
- Latest News from RAHN
- Soaping Effect
- Fermentation products in the cosmetic industry …

Cosmetopolitan April 2021
Topics:
- Latest News from RAHN
- Hair Loss in Men – Things you should know…
- Homage to RAHN-Cosm…

Cosmetopolitan October 2020
Topics:
- Hello, we are new in town …
- The PGA Hydration Shield
- Pumpkin Milk with REFORCYL®-A…

Cosmetopolitan April 2020
Topics:
- The latest news from RAHN
- Picnic for your skin
- Cleansing with Enzymes
- Male Grooming…

Cosmetopolitan October 2019
Topics:
- Latest News from RAHN
- Amilite G-Series
- The CO2 footprint
- Wellness Cosmetic; Colour …

Cosmetopolitan February 2019
Topics:
- Latest News from RAHN
- Magic Lipsticks; It's movie time!; Microplastic Alternative
- Wha…

Cosmetopolitan May 2018 EN
Topics:
- News from RAHN
- The beauty formula from Japan; Cleansing foam
- Active Beauty
- Hydratio…

Cosmetopolitan December 2017
Topics:
- News from RAHN
- Chapped lips?
- Beauty trends from Asia
- Aloe Vera Products & INCI …

Cosmetopolitan May 2017
Topics:
- Latest news from RAHN
- Anti-pollution for your hair
- On a journey of exploration in Per…

Cosmetopolitan November 2016
Themen:
-Application Lab meets London …
-Emulsion stability problems?… and more
-Gamma-MAX and Gamm…

Cosmetopolitan May 2016
Topics:
- Mild luxury cleansing: from “Creamy, liquid Body Wash” to “Luxurious, rich Face Cleanser…

Cosmetopolitan February 2016
Topics:
- Colour-stable formulations with plant extracts rich in phenols
- Cosmetics in Asia
- S…

Cosmetopolitan August 2015
Topics:
-Sensory surprises
-Goodbye noble winter paleness - hello sexy tan
-Vegan cosmetics

Cosmetopolitan March 2015
Topics:
-Combating oxidative proccesses in cosmetics
-Have you head of the fruit of life"?
-Thicken…

Cosmetopolitan October 2014
Topics:
-Emulsions: when the consistency becomes too firm
-Sun care today
-Multifunctional Prodew P…

Cosmetopolitan May 2014
Topics:
-Sensory fine-tuning
-Cosmetics laws in Asia
-Cosmospheres
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