Empowering Beauty Innovation Worldwide with Cosmetic Raw Materials
For more than 65 years, RAHN-Cosmetics has combined Swiss expertise, creativity, and sustainability to help brands and formulators worldwide create exceptional beauty products. Our unique dual approach ensures you have everything you need for innovative, high-performance formulations:
RAHN-Cosmetic Actives
Discover Where Science Meets Nature
Our proprietary cosmetic actives deliver proven efficacy for skin and hair care. Developed in Switzerland and backed by scientific data, these ingredients empower you to create products that inspire confidence and beauty.
Distribution RAHN-Cosmetics
Your Source for Cosmetic Raw Materials
Through trusted partnerships with leading global suppliers, we offer a curated portfolio of specialty raw materials. This guarantees access to the latest trends, reliable supply, and technical support for your formulation needs.
Why Choose RAHN-Cosmetics?
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Over 65 Years of Expertise: A legacy of trust and innovation in the cosmetics industry.
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Comprehensive Solutions: From concept to formulation, we support your entire product development journey.
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Technical Expertise: Our application labs and regulatory guidance simplify complex challenges.
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Sustainability Commitment: We prioritize eco-conscious practices and transparent sourcing.
publications
We unlock the secrets of skin and hair for you. Read our scientific publications.
You can find older scientific publications in our archive.
Unlocking Solutions for Hair Locks: Nature’s Answer to Textured Hair Challenges
SÖFW June 2025
E. Besic Gyenge, L. Schoeffel, S. Hettwer, E. Starace, B. Obermayer
Unlocking Soluti…
Upcycled maté tea for healthy ageing
Personal Care April 2025
L. Schoeffel, E. Besic Gyenge, S. Hettwer, B. Suter, B. Obermayer, C. Degl…
A global consumer journey in scalp care
Personal Care April 2024
C. Degl’Innocenti, L. Schoeffel, E. Besic Gyenge, S. Hettwer, B. Suter, B.…
A New Class of Tyrosinase Inhibitors for Skin Luminosity
SÖFW April 2024
S. Hettwer, E. Besic Gyenge, L. Schoeffel, B. Suter, B. Obermayer
A New Class of Ty…
T(r)opical Retinol Alternative with Added Value
SÖFW September 2023
S. Hettwer
T(r)opical Retinol Alternative with Added Value
SÖFW 09/23 pp. 2-5
Kindness Always Looks Good on You
SÖFW July/August 2023
C. Degl’Innocenti
Kindness Always Looks Good on You
SÖFW 7-8/23 pp. 4-8
The rise of natural ingredients in the last decade
HPC April 2023
Chiara Degl'Innocenti
The rise of natural ingredients in the last decade
HPC 04/23 p…
Skin and Vascular Fitness
SÖFW April 2023
S. Hettwer, E. Besic Gyenge, B. Suter, L. Schoeffel, S. Peyer, B. Obermayer
Skin a…
Activating Autophagy to Energize Scalp Hair and Eyelash Growth
Cosmetics & Toiletries March 2023
L. Schoeffel, E. Besic Gyenge, S. Hettwer, B. Suter, B. Oberm…
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…
events
Save the date! We're looking forward to meeting you at the following events
cosmetopolitan
From our lab to yours: become an insider and discover our magazine "Cosmetopolitan"!
Cosmetopolitan December 2025
- Bentone Gels – A Formulator’s Guide
- Understanding and Stabilising W/O Emulsions
- The Magic of …
Cosmetopolitan July 2025
- Prodews and Amihopes: A Guide to Choosing the Right Ingredient
- New Faces of Beauty: The Longevi…
Cosmetopolitan December 2024
- Transformational Textures – Feel the difference
- Formulating an effective state-of-the-art Sun C…
Cosmetopolitan June 2024
- Welcome to the beauty stick revolution
- The Impact of Colour Psychology in Makeup
- Opacifying E…
Cosmetopolitan December 2023
- Natural Surfactant Systems and how to formulate them
- Natural vs. Synthetic Astaxanthin
- FANCOR…
Cosmetopolitan June 2023
- Bakuchiol: What‘s the real deal?
- The rise and the development of the skinification trend
- New…
Cosmetopolitan May 2022
- What is Astaxanthin?
- Bye-bye Anti-Aging, and Hello Well-Aging
- Emotional Sensocosmetics
Cosmetopolitan November 2021
- Soaping Effect
- Fermentation products in the cosmetic industry
- Holistic Anti-Aging
- Aloe Ver…
Cosmetopolitan April 2021
- Hair Loss in Men – Things you should know…
- Homage to RAHN-Cosmetic Actives Development
- Have y…
Cosmetopolitan October 2020
- Hello, we are new in town …
- The PGA Hydration Shield
- Pumpkin Milk with REFORCYL®-AION
- Chok …
Cosmetopolitan April 2020
- Picnic for your skin
- Cleansing with Enzymes
- Male Grooming – New trend or old tradition?
- Sen…
Cosmetopolitan October 2019
- Amilite G-Series
- The CO2 footprint
- Wellness Cosmetic; Colour Evolving Lipsticks; Cleansing wi…
Cosmetopolitan February 2019
- Magic Lipsticks; It's movie time!; Microplastic Alternative
- What does Upcycling exactly mean?
-…
Cosmetopolitan May 2018 EN
- The beauty formula from Japan; Cleansing foam
- Active Beauty
- Hydration vs. Moisturisation; Gel…
Cosmetopolitan December 2017
- Chapped lips?
- Beauty trends from Asia
- Aloe Vera Products & INCI declaration
Cosmetopolitan May 2017
- Anti-pollution for your hair
- On a journey of exploration in Peru
- FAQs - Frequently asked ques…
Cosmetopolitan November 2016
- Application Lab meets London …
- Emulsion stability problems?… and more
- Gamma-MAX and Gamma-Oli…
Cosmetopolitan May 2016
- Mild luxury cleansing: from “Creamy, liquid Body Wash” to “Luxurious, rich Face Cleanser”
- Argan…
Cosmetopolitan February 2016
- Colour-stable formulations with plant extracts rich in phenols
- Cosmetics in Asia
- Spots- pract…
Cosmetopolitan August 2015
-Sensory surprises
-Goodbye noble winter paleness - hello sexy tan
-Vegan cosmetics
Your personal contact
+41 44 315 42 00
rene.guldimann@rahn-group.com