News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
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.
The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) is opening a new BioTech Hub near its manufacturing and distribution campus.
“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.
“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...
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.
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.
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 ...
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.
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...
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’ 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 Dr. Brianna...
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...
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.
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.
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,...
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...
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 UVA and...
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 discuss...
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 needs.
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 facility...
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 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,"...
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.
We spoke to L'Oréal Groupe and Abolis about its new biotech partnership, which also includes German ingredients manufacturer Evonik.
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...
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...
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...
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 its potential use in...
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" situation, while consumer...
Botanical formulation Zeropollution can support scalp health when the body part experiences environmental stress.
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...