Following exponential sales gains in 2023, Touchland has focused on implementing strategic retail moves, authentic influencer partnerships, and consumer-driven innovation to fuel further consistent growth in the competitive personal care market.
The US-headquartered colour cosmetics brand has big plans for a full European takeover after seeing sales jump up by 91% year-on-year in its last fiscal year results.
Key factors driving the noteworthy growth in the men's skin care segment of the beauty and personal care market include "a cultural shift towards inclusive grooming" and "an evolving concept of masculinity that embraces self-care,"...
Each year, BEAUTYSTREAMS compiles and presents its Cosmotrends report for an informative and comprehensive examination of current beauty industry trends. We spoke with Trend Localization & Business Development Director for North America, Eleonora...
With five categories spanning innovations in sustainable products, ingredients, initiatives, and more, this year's Sustainable Beauty Awards will highlight the best of the beauty industry's eco-friendly efforts.
We sat down with Emily Kenison, founder and inventor of the Robecurls heatless curling device that went viral on TikTok and is now available on Target shelves nationwide. In our Q&A, Kenison shared her thoughts on the heatless curl trend, future forecasting...
The retailor is significantly enhancing its platform to support beauty and personal care sellers by launching Premium Beauty with over 20 new brands like COSRX, T3 and Beachwaver, while also introducing advanced multichannel solutions and omnichannel...
We selected three stand-out brands during this year's Cosmoprof North America show that are innovators and leaders in the clean and green beauty space: a skin care brand, a packaging manufacturer, and a whole-body deodorant brand.
With projections showing significant growth in AI's influence and market value in the coming years, AI and AR technologies are transforming the cosmetics and personal care industry by enhancing personalization, sustainability, and consumer engagement,...
This month's roundup reflects a deep understanding of consumer needs and trends, from Kiehl's addressing intimate care to Neutrogena targeting early anti-aging concerns for Gen Z, with a focus on product designs that meet specific, often underserved,...
Apoena Biotech's recent expedition collected over 25 plant species and has isolated 'approximately 1,000 microorganisms from 100 collected samples' in search of new bioactive ingredients for cosmetic and personal care product formulations....
Hydrosome Labs’ Hydrosome H2O technology, described by President Bob Jacobs as transforming water into ‘a functional ingredient and active delivery system,’ is at the heart of Meaningful Beauty’s newly reformulated Youth Activating Melon Serum.
Peace Out Skincare has aligned with Gen Z's values by prioritizing 'product efficacy and delivering on our promises' and incorporating features like patented Salicylic Acid technology and sustainable practices, shared VP of Product Development...
Great Many's oversubscribed pre-seed funding round aims to shake up the $8.5 bn global hair restoration market by launching hair growth solutions and telehealth services that address the significant consumer demand for accessible, science-backed...
These three standout brands from Cosmoprof North America Las Vegas 2024—Bright Girl, Two Guys Nail Innovators, and The Australian Glow—are setting new trends in skincare, nail care, and global beauty with their innovative and effective products.
Underlining's new customizable haircare brand, Freewill, co-developed with Sally Beauty, taps into the rising trend of hair cycling, offering consumers "exactly what [their hair] needs when it needs it" with clean, eco-friendly ingredients...
TikTok has driven significant beauty product sales through trends like #TikTokMadeMeBuyIt, with beauty sales in the US reaching $31.7 billion in 2023, led by a 15% growth in prestige makeup sales. We spoke to a Coresight Research analyst to better understand...
In this CosmeticsDesign Q&A, Bioenergy Life Science's Director of Scientific Affairs, Michael Crabtree, highlighted that a clinical study showed 0.5% Bioenergy Ribose formula reduced wrinkle surface area by 12.2% in 14 days and improved oxygen...
Recent product launches, such as Hellmann’s "parfum de mayonnaise" and Auntie Anne’s pretzel-scented perfume, illustrate a significant trend where "food and beauty sectors merge," creating unique consumer experiences that reflect evolving...
In this CosmeticsDesign Q&A, we spoke to Ewelina Aiossa, Founder of Topical Skin, and Dr. Jared Jagdeo, a dermatologist as they discussed how Oleosome Technology enhances the delivery and effectiveness of active ingredients, offering valuable information...
The Melbourne Australia Pavilion's debut at Cosmoprof North America 2024 highlighted the growing influence of innovative Australian beauty brands in the U.S. market, showcasing their commitment to quality, sustainability, and trend-setting designs.
K-Beauty's influence in the US continues to surge, with the market expected to reach $13.9 billion by 2027 (as reported by Allied Market Research), driven by trends like skinimalism, e-commerce innovation, and the power of social media.
Traackr's "State of Influence: Beauty 2024" report also reveals a 68% surge in Instagram video views, highlighting the growing impact of paid media and strategic creator partnerships in the beauty industry.
In this CosmeticsDesign Q&A, we spoke to Matthew Perkins, Founder and CEO of Macro Oceans to learn more about Big Kelp Hydration: a sustainable beauty ingredient made from Alaska kelp, designed to provide effective skin care solutions while ensuring...
Lip cosmetics products are now expected to 'do it all—offering a plethora of color ranges while hydrating, smoothing, and conditioning,' according to Dieandra Hermosillo of Buxom Cosmetics, reflecting the growing demand for multifunctional products...
Revieve's collaboration with RoC Skincare on the RoC AI Skin Insight tool leverages advanced machine learning and AI to deliver 'highly personalized and evolving skin care recommendations' while addressing ethical considerations such as...
According to Mintel's research, as 40% of consumers are still searching for effective facial skin care products, there remains ample opportunity for growth and innovation for brands to address unmet needs in efficacy, research tools, and affordability.
Fragrance, makeup, skin care, and hair products drove an 8% growth in the U.S. prestige beauty market in the first half of 2024, with consumers increasingly favoring premium offerings, while the mass market remained flat, according to Circana.
As beauty consumers demand more scientifically-backed and multifunctional ingredients, brands must innovate rapidly to stay ahead—insights from machine intelligence platform Spate reveal the key trends driving this evolution.
The brand debuts this week with a product line focuses on clean, sustainable hair care products designed to offer salon-quality results at home and will be exclusively available through target retailers.
Wella Company has launched a more sustainable version of its WELLOXON PERFECT salon color developer, featuring vegan ingredients, carbon-reduced hydrogen peroxide, and eco-friendly packaging.
Finalists for this year's awards included a pre-workout anti-pollution serum, an LED lip mask, a scalp cleansing toner, and a soy-based nail polish remover.
Cosmoprof North America in Las Vegas showcased a vibrant blend of nostalgic brand collaborations, Generation Alpha-focused products, and bold, preppy packaging trends, highlighting the future direction of the beauty industry.
In this CosmeticsDesign Q&A, we spoke with ToolsGroup CEO Inna Kuznetsova for her insights into how AI is tackling demand volatility, high shipping costs, and sustainability issues in the cosmetics and personal care product supply chain.
Collagen-based nutrition company Vital Proteins has expanded its product offerings into the beauty from within space to target a wider range of consumers with the launch of the Vital Proteins Hair Complex and Skin Complex supplements.
Following the recent news of biotechnology company Debut's sustainable ingredient development partnership with L’Oréal, Debut has announced the launch of its formulation development and contract manufacturing business BiotechXBeautyLabs in an effort...
According to the latest research from Kantar, as older US Gen Z consumers increasingly carve out financial independence for themselves, this is leading to a greater divergence of personal care habits within the group.
Rising global temperatures prompt an increase in weather extremes worldwide, creating opportunities for skin care brands to respond with solutions that help provide greater skin protection.
Building on the momentum gained during the brand's recent Super Bowl ad campaign, Cetaphil has recently launched the "Ceta Six-Pack" and Ceta-Grill marketing strategies to target the burgeoning men's skin care market sector.
A recent NIQ report explores the meteoric rise of TikTok Shop's popularity with beauty and other retail consumers, its impact on e-commerce strategies, and how brands can leverage the platform to improve engagement, awareness, and product sales....
Naturium, following last year's acquisition by e.l.f. Beauty, will launch into 1,4000 Ulta Beauty retail locations and Ulta's online storefront, marking a strategic move to enhance market presence with greater consumer accessibility to a wide...
This year's Cosmoprof North America - Las Vegas show will welcome TikTok Shop as a first-time participant to the event's Buyer Program, will showcase Australia and Fiji's inaugral debut in the event's country pavilions, and includes...
iRomaScents' new tech aims to address a fragrance consumer need for more convenient in-store fragrance sampling while simultaneously supporting retailers in providing a customizable experience for shoppers.
The company plans to use the secured funding launch its personalized foundation device backed by strong investor confidence from Lucas Venture Group and others.
How are cosmetics and personal care product manufacturers navigating the complex balance of efficacy, safety, and cost in today's market? We spoke to PLZ Corp's Steve Dickstein, President of Personal Care Solutions at PLZ Corp., to learn more....
June 2024 has brought a wave of innovative beauty and skin care launches, showcasing advancements in hair care devices, scalp serums, lip care, and anti-aging solutions.
