While many are on vacation this time of year, the bioeconomy is not even close to taking a break. In fact, bioeconomy innovations, are like a beach goer in Florida this time of year \u2013 hot! Here are the top innovations for the week of July 10th \u2013 from the crazy awesome idea that a pen can be made from paper to ORNL\u2019s self-healing elastomeric material made from lignin.<\/p>\n
In today\u2019s Digest, paper pen, bioasphalt, water activated bio shampoo, lignin self-healing elastomer, bio crop coating \u2014 these and more, ready for you now at The Digest online.<\/p>\n
#1 World\u2019s first water-activated powder shampoo debuts
\nIn New York, OWA Haircare, Inc. launched the world\u2019s first water-activated powder shampoo, Moondust Collection: Hair Wash. It is sourced from naturally-derived ingredients and is a powder shampoo that becomes a liquid when activated with water in the shower.
\nConventional liquid shampoo is typically around 80% water, according to OWA, and Moondust Collection: Hair Wash is 0% water. This product contains a unique blend of gentle cleansing agents activated by water that condition both the hair and scalp.<\/p>\n
Moondust Collection: Hair Wash maintains the quality and efficacy of salon-grade shampoo and is free of water, sulfates, parabens, silicones, and synthetic colors and fragrance. OWA\u2019s debut offering is part of the company\u2019s mission to make the beauty industry a more sustainable place.
\nMore on the story, here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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