Top trends from The Makeup Show Chicago: A glimpse into the next five years
Discover the top trends and innovations shaping the future of beauty, straight from The Makeup Show Chicago.
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Navigating e-commerce packaging challenges: Key takeaways from the 2024 E-Pack Summit
The 2024 E-Pack Summit highlighted critical strategies for cosmetics and personal care brands to enhance their packaging practices in e-commerce, with a focus on balancing sustainability, regulatory compliance, and secure, customer-friendly fulfillment.
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Unlocking potential: Australian olive oil producers urged to upcycle pomace for cosmetics as health, wellness interests surge
Australian olive oil producers have huge opportunity to upcycle pomace as cosmetic ingredients to tap into health and wellness trends, according to industry experts.
CPNA 2024: BEAUTYSTREAMS unveils this year's key beauty industry trends
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...
CPNA 2024: Viral heatless curler founder discusses air styling & emerging hair care trends
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...
CPNA 2024: CosmeticsDesign's Top 3 Green Brands to Watch
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.
CPNA 2024: CosmeticsDesign'sTop 3 Brands to Watch
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.
Melbourne Australia pavilion debuts at Cosmoprof North America 2024
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.
CPNA 2024: How the K-Beauty boom is shaping the US market
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.
Wacker Chemical shares a peek into innovations at NYSCC Suppliers' Day booth
At the NYSCC Suppliers' Day show, Wacker Chemical chemists highlighted the company's innovative ingredient solutions through an interactive Perfect Match quiz, emphasizing sustainability and customization in skin care and hair care formulations.
'House of Science' dsm-firmenich showcases award-winning ingredient at NYSCC Suppliers' Day
In our interview with Brian Grady, dsm-firmenich Senior Marketing Specialist, we learned about the company's recent launch of Eterwell Youth, zombie cells, other upcoming innovations, and how the company is working to synchronize its efforts with this...
Potion AI creators share insight into free AI tool for cosmetics formulators
Potion AI, a free AI tool for cosmetic formulators and product developers, is working to set new standard in cosmetics formulation processes by 'democratizing access to the latest technology' for industry R&D.
Biotech startup EVP explains R&D process and market trend impact of ultrafine bubble technology
Hydrosome Labs' innovative process works to enhance the efficacy of water in product formulations through 'faster and better hydration and increased uptake of nutrients and other ingredients,' according to the company's website.
Innovation insights: BASF discusses Epispot launch, sustainability, and more at NYSCC Suppliers' Day
We interviewed Allison Garlet, Marketing Manager - Bioactives at BASF for her take on the recent launch of their Epispot ingredient, the R&D process behind the ingredient formulation, and how the company is working to fit into current market trends.
Croda Business Development Manager on geo-skin care, eco-sound extraction technique
For a peek into the research, formulation, and development process behind Croda's recent Phytessence Osmanthus ingredient innovation, we spoke to Michelle Yip, Business Development Manager at Croda for her insights into Croda's Eco-sound eco-responsible...
Innovation insights: NYSCC Chair on Suppliers' Day trends and more
We chatted with NYSCC Chair Dr. Amber Evans on Day 1 of this year's Suppliers' Day show to learn more about innovations and trends that caught her eye, upcoming events for the NYSCC, and more.
In-Cos trendspotting: a chat with Lucas Meyer Cosmetics
We stopped by the Lucas Meyer Cosmetics booth at In-Cosmetics Global to meet with Anne Zibi Elbaz, Senior Product Line Manager, for her insights into the company's latest ingredient launch.
Grant Industries: In-Cos ingredient launch insights
In the bustling world of cosmetics and skincare, where innovation meets consumer demand for sustainability, industry stakeholder Grant Industries is making strides in ingredient formulation.
On demand: Ingredient trends 2024 webinar
Available on-demand, CosmeticsDesign US's recent Ingredient Trends 2024 webinar welcomed executives from across the beauty industry to provide market insights into this year's most compelling ingredient formulation trends.
In-Cos booth visit: Vantage VP discusses data-backed concept behind product formulation innovations
We took a tour across Vantage Specialty Chemical's booth at In-Cosmetics Global to learn more about the company's consumer research survey into product formulation trends and how the survey data shaped this year's product exhibition.
In-Cos trendspotting: CosmeticsDesign sits down with Kenvue Head of R&D NA
In our chat with Adam Ricciardone, we discuss everything from his key conference takeaways to Kenvue's sponsorship of the In-Cosmetics Awards and more.
The top three ingredients innovations at in-cosmetics Global 2024 as chosen by our global editors
With more than 1,000 exhibitors to choose from at in-cosmetics Global 2024, which launches do our editors believe will be setting the beauty industry alight this year?
The top 3 sustainable ingredients at InCosmetics Global 2024: As chosen by our global editors
With more than 1,000 exhibitors to choose from at InCosmetics Global 2024, there was a raft of innovations within the sustainability realm. But which ones stood out of the crowd for our team of beauty editors?
The top 3 startups at In-Cosmetics Global 2024 our global editors would invest in
With more than 1,000 exhibitors to choose from at InCosmetics Global 2024, which cosmetics startup businesses would our editors bet on for the future?
NutraWomen Wednesday: Jennifer Davis Alexander, PhD, Founder & CEO, Dr. Jen Knows Skin
The holistic skin scientist details her journey as the second Black person in the US to get a PhD in cosmetic science and how she came to be comfortable in her own skin.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Lindsay Dahl, Chief Impact Officer, Ritual
Clean living expert Lindsay Dahl has been working at the forefront of environmental health campaigns to eliminate toxic chemicals in consumer products through policy and market shifts since 2004.
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Transparency, discovery, creativity: How generative AI will influence the future of beauty
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform the beauty industry by empowering consumers and fostering innovation.
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New tricks: Why beauty brands require a new set of tools to craft an effective TikTok strategy
Beauty brands that hope to utilise TikTok as an effective marketing tool cannot rely on the “same bag of tricks” they have employed with other social media platforms.
Three trends CosmeticsDesign saw at Cosmoprof 2022
Cosmoprof features hundreds of finish products vying for the attention of buyers, but the show also reveals some trends in consumer products.
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Natural evolution: Why the hair care category is ripe for nature and science formulation innovation
The demand for cosmetic formulations that marry nature and science is creating vast opportunities for APAC’s blossoming hair care category, according to a leading formulation expert.
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Five trends CosmeticsDesign saw at Luxe Pack NYC 2022
CosmeticsDesign attended Luxe Pack NYC to check out the cosmetic packaging trends this year.
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Less for more: Waterless beauty trend ‘bound’ to become mainstream – Lush Cosmetics
Lush Cosmetics’ Singapore director believes beauty is ready to be ‘100% waterless’ based on rising consumer education and its own innovations.
Gallinée founder: ‘You can feel it’s the year of the microbiome’
The scientific community has had its eyes on the microbiome for years, but for the beauty industry and its consumers, 2022 will be the year the concept really gains important ground, says the founder of Gallinée.
Expert Trend Insight: 12-Minute Watch
Mood, stress and wellbeing: How beauty can play into the ‘big bang’ in probiotics
The probiotics category continues to soar, with e-commerce fiercely fuelling growth and presenting plentiful opportunities for cosmetics, particularly products targeting mood, stress and overall wellbeing, says Lumina Intelligence.
More brands hopping on the bidirectional beauty bandwagon
An increasing number of brands are hitting anti-aging from all angles by introducing skincare systems that include ingestibles and topicals.
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Safety overkill? How the rise of ‘coral safe’ sunscreen could hinder future formulations
Confusion and misinformation regarding the marine safety of sunscreens can ultimately hinder cosmetic formulators’ ability to develop safe and effective UV protection.
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WATCH – 15 Global beauty trends 2022: Key cosmetic insights from CosmeticsDesign editors
From hybrid cosmetics to menopause beauty to upcycled ingredients, CosmeticsDesign’s global editors take you through the top 15 global trends to watch for 2022.
Highlights from the Beauty from Within webinar
The beauty from within category is resonating in the marketplace as consumers look to maintain a youthful glow and even turn back the clock. The nutri-cosmetics market is forecasted to grow significantly over the next few years and the rising interest in...
Beauty-from-within boom: Check out APAC’s latest product launches featuring ceramides, probiotics, and white tomato extracts
From major names to start-ups and a dermatologist brand, various new beauty-from-within products using ceramides, pre/probiotics, white tomato extracts, and not forgetting collagen, have made their market entry across APAC in recent months.
5 Insights on alternative funding for beauty startups
ATHR Beauty, the brand Tiila Abbitt is leading to “disrupt the $500 billion beauty industry with clean and sustainable makeup that works,” is in the midst of a funding raise; but it’s not the usual sort.
5 Insights on scalp care
Dr Isfahan Chambers-Harris was, like so many indie beauty brand founders, inspired to launch Alodia Hair Care out of her own experience—For Dr Chambers-Harris that was an experience of hair breakage and scalp damage that she attributed to chemical...
5 Insights on beauty product format innovation
Personal care entrepreneur and zero-waste advocate Jayme Jenkins shares insights into the development and launch of Everist shampoo concentrate.
12-MINUTE WATCH: TRENDS 2021 BY COSMETICSDESIGN EDITORS
15 global beauty trends to watch in 2021: From CosmeticsDesign’s Editors
Multicultural beauty, sophisticated hygiene and green products for all will take the spotlight next year, as consumers turn to relatable and engaging concepts that fulfil their needs. CosmeticsDesign’s global editors take you through the top 15 global...
5 Insights on color cosmetics for Women of Color
Emmy-nominated clean beauty artist Karim Orange rose to national prominence as a makeup artist for ABC’s daytime show The View. In this 5 Insights video, the self-described makeup activist and curator of Gabriel Cosmetics’ newly launched United Shades...
5 Insights on growing a beauty startup into a new market
Lori Machiorlette, Co-Founder of the beauty device brand blendSMART, has been importing consumer goods as President in charge of marketing and sales for Worth Products Group for over 15 years. And now in 2020, she’s leveraged her knowledge and contacts...
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5 Insights on the current Latina Beauty movement
Stephanie Flor, celebrity makeup and hair artist and Founder of Around the World Beauty, has traveled to more than 30 countries to further the global conversation about beauty. Here, she shares insight on the categories, trends, and people leading...
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WATCH – ‘Safe for skin; safe for earth’: Te Mana and BASF on how clean and ethical beauty applies in the APAC beauty market
In this episode of the Beauty Broadcast, we speak to Te Mana Skincare and BASF Care Chemicals about the implications of the clean and ethical beauty trend in the Asia Pacific region.
EWG President Ken Cook on collaboration with the personal care industry
The main topic of programming at last month’s PCPC Annual Meeting event was sustainability. As part of that discussion, the EWG was invited to speak about how NGOs and beauty industry insiders can best work together.
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A Refill and Recycling Revolution: TerraCycle’s Tom Szaky talks about beauty
This month’s PCPC Annual Meeting was all about sustainability. At the event, Cosmetics Design caught up with Szaky to discuss the business of TerraCycle, the Loop platform, and sustainable beauty packaging more broadly.
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VIKE Beauty at IBE LA: launching a brand and elevating a category
At last month’s Indie Beauty Expo event in Los Angeles, California, the beauty influencers known on InstaGram as The Vike Twins were showcasing their newly launched brand and category disrupting makeup remover mist.