Study validates anti-aging benefits of low-molecular-weight collagen peptides
New research shows that a novel cosmeceutical containing bioactive peptides derived from bovine collagen improves wrinkle volume, depth and hydration within six weeks.
Formulation & science
Bright future: How CarbonFree’s endurocal can help cosmetics brands cut Scope 3 emissions
Can a recycled carbon-based ingredient transform the beauty industry? Learn how endurocal is paving the way for sustainable innovation.
Study reveals differences in vegetable oil penetration between textured and straight hair types
A new study shows that popular oils like coconut, avocado, and argan penetrate textured hair, but their effects on hair strength vary based on hair type and bleaching.
CES beauty innovation: behind L’Oréal’s new skin ageing predictor
The French multinational has unveiled a portable lab-on-a-chip device that allows consumers to understand how their skin will age and help them find the best skin care products for their specific needs.
Unlocking the anti-aging potential of colostrum in cosmetics
With its potent blend of bioactive compounds, colostrum offers a promising natural solution to aging skin, acne, and other common dermatological concerns according to a recent scientific review.
ELC to produce biotech materials at manufacturing site in Belgium
The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) is opening a new BioTech Hub near its manufacturing and distribution campus.
Sustainable and effective: Inside the development of BioSyn Bisabolol
“By focusing on sustainable practices — from feedstock sourcing to energy-efficient production — Presperse is making beauty a responsible, sustainable part of the future," says Dr. Daphne Benderly.
BiotechXBeautyLabs enters professional beauty market with Formula Fig collaboration
“Over the past six years, we have invested heavily in our ability to find the highest-performing ingredients that only we can access, and it was the next logical step for us to enter the professional services market,” said Joshua Britton, PhD, Founder...
Reimagining skin care: How bio-based succinic acid could transform cosmetics
In this CosmeticsDesign Q&A, we speak to the experts for a closer look at how the use of renewable resources is reshaping the production of essential skin care ingredients like succinic acid.
Indie Insights: Pushing the boundaries of product formulation
This month’s column explores how indie beauty brand The Skin Organics pushes the boundaries of traditional cosmetics and personal care products through innovative ingredients and formulation processes.
OneSkin raises $20M in Series A funding for skin longevity research
The Brazilian-born company has secured Selva Ventures 'largest investment' to date which will support OneSkin's efforts to 'deepen our commitment to be the best in class in delivering efficacious peptides to modulate aging at the cellular level,' shared ...
‘Pushing the boundaries of science’: Origins’s Youthtopia highlights powerful potential of upcycled beauty ingredients
Origins’ new Youthtopia series highlights the transformative potential of upcycled beauty ingredients and is spurring the brand to brand to explore future opportunities in upcycling.
AI innovation in fragrance: NotCo and Cramer launch advanced formulation tool for beauty brands
NotCo and Cramer have launched a new AI-powered fragrance formulator, utilizing advanced algorithms and a comprehensive fragrance database to streamline fragrance development, reduce production time, and enable high levels of customization for cosmetics...
Across the CD-verse: October Roundup
This month's global roundup takes a concise look at the latest global advances in skin care tech, sustainability breakthroughs, and regulatory developments driving change in the cosmetics industry.
EveLab Insights launches 'first-ever scan of its kind on the market' for neck and décolleté
EveLab Insights’ new Neck AI Skin Analysis technology utilizes deep learning algorithms to assess neck and décolleté skin health with high precision, addressing a growing demand for comprehensive anti-aging solutions and enabling brands to offer...
Key takeaways from PCPC’s 2024 Science Symposium
The Symposium focused on the beauty industry's commitment to regulatory compliance, product safety, transparency, sustainability, and innovation, particularly through advancements in AI and ingredient safety research, said PCPC Chief Scientist Alexandra...
Q&A: Navigating environmental risks and market shifts in the cosmetics industry
The cosmetics industry continues to face a myriad of evolving environmental challenges, from the growing demand for natural ingredients to supply chain disruptions and the need for sustainable practices, say Quantis Consulting experts Auriane Bodivit and...
Indie Insights: How indie beauty brands are embracing sustainability as a core value
In this month's edition of Indie Insights, we explore how indie beauty brands like OPULUS Beauty Labs incorporate sustainability into their packaging, ingredient sourcing, and overall mission, aligning with the values of eco-conscious consumers.
Growing up beautiful: How Gen Alpha is redefining beauty & personal care
Generation Alpha is rapidly shaping the beauty and personal care industries through their early exposure to social media, rising interest in gender-neutral grooming, and demand for safe, ethical, and age-appropriate products, creating significant...
Navigating the 30% gap: How collaboration is transforming ingredient safety
The beauty industry has made significant progress in ingredient safety through collaborative efforts like the Know Better, Do Better Collaborative, but with 30% of chemicals still uncharacterized, ChemForward's report highlights the need for continued...
Study links mineral deficiencies to increased risk of inflammatory skin conditions
New research finds connections between disrupted iron homeostasis and genetic risk of psoriasis and highlights the potential protective role of zinc and selenium in atopic dermatitis.
IFF utilizes desugarization tech for sustainable ingredient development
Using the innovative technology to extract betaine from sugar beet molasses, IFF has produced a sustainable ingredient for cosmetics and personal care products, with applications in skin and hair care, while aligning with growing consumer demand for...
Estée Lauder patents a new approach to lipofuscin treatment
Estée Lauder’s new patent introduces a novel anti-aging skincare composition combining decarboxy carnosine HCL and Pyracantha fortuneana fruit extract, which shows synergistic effects in reducing lipofuscin or "age spots."
Harnessing the power of upcycling: ROELMI HPC’s approach to sustainable beauty
ROELMI HPC's launch of the EMotion Line, a series of upcycled olive by-product ingredients, highlights its contribution to sustainability and performance in the cosmetics and personal care industry as part of a broader shift toward circular economy...
Skincare Advancement on demand: Webinar panelists answer your burning questions
From deeper insights into Korean skin care trends to sustainable packaging and fermented extracts in cosmetics, Skincare Advancement panelists Eleonora Mazzilli and Barbara Green responded with their answers to webinar attendees burning questions.
Nutrafol expands into topical hair care with Men’s Active Cleanse
Beauty supplements player Nutrafol is entering the male topical market after learning that men "experience more scalp concerns than women and that shampoo is top of mind for over half of men (56%) when it comes to hair growth products", said Dr. Brianna...
Key takeaways from Cosmetic Products and Evolving Risk of Contaminants webinar
In this CosmeticsDesign Q&A, we spoke with legal experts Rachel Raphael and Aliza Karetnick, Partners at Morgan Lewis to discuss the increasing risks of contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products, highlighting recent litigation trends, the...
Lawsuits over fake collagen in cosmetics raise concerns for industry
A recent series of class-action lawsuits against four beauty brands highlights concerns about the authenticity of collagen-based cosmetics, emphasizing the need for transparency in ingredient claims as consumer demand for collagen products continues to rise.
Study shows Pycnogenol effective against post-spider vein treatment skin discoloration
A clinical study has found that women who took the French Maritime Pine bark extract experienced an '80% lower skin staining score' following compression sclerotherapy (CS) compared to those who received standard care.
Brightening, anti-aging, and beyond: What’s driving professional skin care sales?
The professional-grade skin care market is expanding due to growing consumer demand for anti-aging and brightening products, with Boomers spending an average of $165 per visit in 2024, while brand loyalty and targeted marketing—especially for Gen Z,...
P&G files patent for cleansing balm with natural wax structurants
Procter & Gamble (P&G) has filed a patent for a new oil-based cleansing balm featuring natural waxes as structurants, addressing consumer demand for products that "gently cleanse the skin leaving it feeling hydrated and silky smooth," while also...
New study on copal resin in cosmetics: Sustainable, effective, and consumer-approved
Researchers reported that copal resin, a sustainable non-timber forest product, enhances the quality and consumer appeal of cosmetics, with the body gel formulation increasing skin hydration by 9% and 73% of participants reporting improved elasticity.
dsm-firmenich’s PARSOL Shield marks major milestone with FDA submission for OTC sunscreen monograph
In an interview with CosmeticsDesign, Carl D'Ruiz, Senior Regulatory & Business Development Manager at dsm-firmenich explained that the FDA review of PARSOL Shield could transform the US sunscreen market by meeting the need for a more photostable UVA and...
Credo Beauty introduces skin care line with focus on hydration and sustainability
Designed as a 'complement to every other brand in the store,' the Credo Skincare launch draws on a decade of clean beauty experience and clinical efficacy results to target the needs and demands of sustainable beauty product consumers.
Beauty 4.0 Podcast: Exploring the landscape of beauty dupes with Rohan Widdeson
In this month's episode from CosmeticsDesign, we're navigating the ethical considerations of a popular beauty industry trend with the CEO of New Laboratories, a Melbourne-based cosmetics and personal care product manufacturer. Listen in as we discuss...
September Launch Pad: Seasonal inspiration
From spooky-themed cosmetic products to lip, face, and body moisturizers designed to beat the chilly fall weather in style, this month's roundup features new product launches from consumer favorite brands like TIRTIR, Dieux, Vaseline, and Touchland.
Cosmax and Harvard team up to explore link between lifestyle, skin disorders, skin microbiome for personalised solutions
Cosmax and Harvard are partnering to investigate how lifestyle factors affect skin disorders and the skin microbiome, with the goal of developing personalised skin care solutions.
October 2: Get ready for our Skin Care Advancement webinar
There's still time to register! Don't miss the chance to hear from industry experts on everything from skin care ingredient formulation trends to innovations in anti-aging and the impact of consumer demand on new product development.
'The wrinkle cream of hair care': Arey's double-blind study challenges what's possible in grey hair treatment
Eighty-eight percent of people may experience reduced grey hair growth, setting a new precedent in scientifically validated haircare solutions and challenging industry norms for product efficacy, says a new double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study...
Angela Caglia Skincare introduces patented human stem cell tech
As the demand for non-invasive anti-aging skin care treatments continues to grow, cosmetics and personal care product manufacturers and suppliers are turning to increasingly innovative options like human mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) to meet consumer needs.
P&G files patent for hair care product designed for hard water
Addressing a significant consumer challenge and bridging the gap between sulfate-free products and performance expectations, a new patent from P&G outlines a new formulation to “provide suitable lather when used in hard water”.
Preparing for MoCRA's 2025 cGMP deadline: What cosmetic manufacturers and suppliers need to know
The deadline for FDA's publication of the final rule around cGMP regulations under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) is still over a year away, but cosmetics manufacturers are advised to prepare now because "cosmetic product facility...
Study reevaluates topical body formulations: New insights for cosmetics and PBC manufacturers
Researchers determined that Alastin’s TransFORM Body Treatment "exhibited superior performance in maintaining collagen production and promoting healthy elastin fiber formation" compared to SkinMedica's Firm and Tone Body Lotion, suggesting that long-term...
Inclusive brands outperform in the beauty market, SeeMe Index reveals
Inclusive beauty brands certified by the SeeMe Index grew "1.5X faster than less inclusive competitors," demonstrating that addressing diverse consumer identities leads to "stronger brand differentiation, higher consumer loyalty, and increased sales,"...
Brightseed-Botalys partnership on sustainably sourced bioactive botanicals
California-based AI pioneer Brightseed and Belgian hydroponic biomimetic indoor farming innovators Botalys have announced a partnership for sustainably sourced bioactive botanicals for a range of applications.
L'Oréal tri-partnership for “new generation of bio-based ingredients”
We spoke to L'Oréal Groupe and Abolis about its new biotech partnership, which also includes German ingredients manufacturer Evonik.
Pioneering non-animal testing for photoallergy in fragrances: A Q&A with RIFM's Gretchen Ritacco
As the cosmetics and personal care industry shifts toward non-animal testing, Gretchen Ritacco, RIFM’s Principal Scientist, highlights her research on "new, non-animal tests to evaluate the photoallergy potential of fragrances" as a promising step...
Survey reveals US women's top aging concerns, skin care gaps, and the rise of "tech neck"
A new survey commissioned by NEOSTRATA reveals that 56% of Gen Z women and 57% of millennials feel stressed about aging, with only 17% of respondents paying attention to neck care, highlighting significant opportunities for innovation in anti-aging...
ELC partners with TUD Dresden University to explore 'emotion-evoking fragrances'
Plans for the partnership include leveraging "findings from this research to inform fragrance product and packaging innovation, consumer experiences, marketing claims, and more," as part of ELC's commitment to advancing fragrance innovation through...
Science builds for Peptan collagen with absorption and skin health studies
Two new studies from Rousselot support that its Peptan collagen peptide is consistently bioavailable and improves markers of skin health, affirming “Peptan’s value as an effective and bioavailable ingredient,” said the company.