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.
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 opportunities...
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...
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.
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 transparency...
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."
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...
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.
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...
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,...
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...
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, which...
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.
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,"...
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....
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...
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.
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...
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 are partnering to investigate how lifestyle factors affect skin disorders and the skin microbiome, with the goal of developing personalised skin care solutions.
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.
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...
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...
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”.
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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 products...
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...
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.
ASC Cream, formulated with Peruvian oils and sangre de grado resin extract, may provide "substantial increases in skin hydration without compromising the skin's natural pH," and synergy between ingredients, which "strongly supports...
In an interview with CosmeticsDesign, attorney Allison Stevenson explains that the FDA's delayed formaldehyde ban for hair relaxers, which "has been identified as a known carcinogen," has left manufacturers in a "wait and see"...
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 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.
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....
Krill oil supplementation may strengthen skin barrier function and improves hydration and elasticity of the skin in healthy adults, according to data from two new pilot studies.
A recent scientific review highlights the potential of nanotechnology to revolutionize cosmetics by enhancing efficacy and sustainability through the innovative use of plant and animal by-products, while also addressing crucial safety and regulatory concerns.
A recent scientific review underscores rutin's potential as a sustainable and effective ingredient for sunscreens, highlighting its UV absorption capabilities, stability, skin permeability, and minimal environmental impact, while also addressing...
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...
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...
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...