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End of an era? Lush social media shutdown part of wider beauty shift, says expert

06-Jan-2022 By Kacey Culliney

The decision by Lush to close several of its global social media accounts last year marks part of a wider beauty movement favouring more personalised and flexible consumer engagement, says a communications expert.

L'Oréal launches to bring “new age” tech, data to in-home, salon hair coloring

05-Jan-2022 By Ravyn Cullor

L'Oréal has launched two new technologies for mass-market consumers and stylists, developed to circumvent hair coloring problems “only technology could solve.”

Sustainable Packaging Roundup

Paper packaging is more degradable, recyclable, is not a solve-all for suitability

04-Jan-2022 By Ravyn Cullor

Where plastics fail in biodegradability and recyclability, some companies are turning to paper packaging, which doesn’t entirely get brands out of the woods of meeting sustainability goals.

So long: Top 5 CosmeticsDesign articles of 2021

04-Jan-2022 By Ravyn Cullor

As we turn to the trends, challenges and triumphs in 2022, let's cheers goodbye to the most read stories on CosmeticsDesign in 2021.

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Cosmetics brands performing well in shift to recycled plastic, require wholistic goals for real results

03-Jan-2022 By Ravyn Cullor

Environmental solutions platform Ubuntoo recently released their 2021 report on corporate plastic packaging goals, with three cosmetics companies or cosmetics-owning multinationals among the best performing.

P&G Ouai acquisition is part of larger multinational move to fill portfolio gaps, says Euromonitor

23-Dec-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

Tis the season for brand acquisition before the New Year, and a research analyst as Euromonitor says P&G’s acquisition of Ouai is part of a larger trend of multinationals absorbing cult-favorite indie brands.

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Eye2Eye wants to bring ownership, equity through wholesale of African cosmetic ingredients

22-Dec-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

Supply chains are long and all too often include exploration of individuals near the bottom of it. CosmeticsDesign spoke with Chelsea Heyward, director of marketing at wholesaler Eye2Eye, about how the company is aiming to bring more ownership and equity...

5 US beauty trends for 2022: A close look on areas to keep an eye on in the New Year

21-Dec-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

The world is peering over the edge of another year, and for the cosmetics industry, that means another year of trends.

Protective plants: Botanicals have great potential in non-UV protective products, says expert

15-Dec-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

Consumers want protection from UV light, blue light and pollution, and they also want more naturally derived products. CosmeticsDesign spoke with Giorgio Dell'Acqua, incoming 2022 Chair for NYSCC, about the potential of botanical ingredients in the...

Sustainable Packaging Roundup

Recycled plastic packaging can be versatile, poses quality and environmental issues

15-Dec-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

Plastic is a versatile packaging material, but it is also a pollutant found across the world, from the deepest parts of the ocean to the highest peaks in the world.

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WATCH – 15 Global beauty trends 2022: Key cosmetic insights from CosmeticsDesign editors

15-Dec-2021 By Amanda Lim

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.

Survey: Ingestible skincare may be answer to more beauty industry inclusivity

14-Dec-2021 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Ingestible skincare appeals to consumers of all skin tones on both sides of the Atlantic and could create a “platform for inclusivity” within the beauty industry, a survey says.

The rise of Amazon beauty: A fast-paced world where consumers want ‘everything yesterday’

13-Dec-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Amazon has long been an e-commerce goliath but as it edges deeper into beauty, brands should take note, especially given its model offers a lot of what today’s consumer wants, an expert says.

K-beauty’s evolution: Cosmetics showed highest export growth for Korean SMEs in past 10 years

13-Dec-2021 By Amanda Lim

South Korean cosmetic products from SMEs and start-ups have chalked up the biggest growth in exports in the past decade and is now the second-largest category, according to a new report from trade chiefs.

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Ancient Egypt's beauty secret: TriNutra brings standardized black cumin seed ingredient to market

11-Dec-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

TriNutra has introduced a standardized black cumin seed oil-based multifunctional active ingredient. CosmeticsDesign spoke with TriNutra Business Development Director Liki Von Oppen-Bezalei, PhD, and spokesperson Karsten Kutterer about the ingredient....

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Ecovia Intelligence founder: ‘It’s no longer just about natural and organic, it’s about the wider green issues’

10-Dec-2021 By Kacey Culliney

The natural and organic cosmetics category will continue its growth in coming years, but broader green sustainability issues will become central for brands operating in the space, says the founder of Ecovia Intelligence.

P&G files patent on ‘smart’ hair grooming device

07-Dec-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Personal care major Procter & Gamble (P&G) has developed a hair grooming device that analyses the time, speed and force of brushing, collecting and storing data to communicate with its user.

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Essential oils could have uses across cosmetics, but still pose significant challenges

07-Dec-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

Consumer and regulatory demands are pushing personal care brands to use more botanical ingredients, pulling essential oils further out of fragrance and demanding more research.

Retail expert: Unified commerce, data connectivity and the metaverse to be future for beauty

06-Dec-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Unified commerce where online and offline are intrinsically linked, a sharper and smarter focus on data, and investment in the metaverse must be the future focus for beauty brands and retailers, says a retail expert.

Groom boom: Beauty and cosmetics ‘fastest-growing interest’ amongst male consumers globally – GWI

02-Dec-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Male consumers worldwide are showing serious signs of increased interest in beauty and cosmetics, so brands must take note and invest in inclusivity efforts for this group, and beyond, says a trend expert.

Dynamic blending brings manufacturing to accommodate small MOQs, turnkey needs

01-Dec-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

A Utah-based contract manufacturer has built a model which accommodates both large and small cosmetics companies with a suite of extra services.

Out of this world! Kao’s space shampoo will start much needed ‘water-smart’ conversations

29-Nov-2021 By Amanda Lim

Kao Corporation is preparing to send a waterless shampoo sheet to the International Space Station in 2022, a move that is being predicted will give waterless beauty the exposure it needs to shift long-held water habits.

J&J to carve out premium position with 'added-value' personal care following split: Analyst

22-Nov-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Johnson & Johnson (J&J) will become more competitive in personal care after the carve out of its consumer health business, particularly if it invests in personalised and premium NPD, an analyst says.

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Waterless is safer from contamination, but not out of the woods

22-Nov-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

Brands across personal care are developing waterless products to meet the demand of eco-focused consumers, but in formulation and manufacturing they come with their own safety and contaminations concerns.

5 formats in waterless, solid and low water cosmetics on the market today

19-Nov-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

Waterless formulation isn’t an entirely new concept, evidenced by bar soap, but with increased consumer interest in eco-conscious formulas the selection of solid, waterless and low-water formats has grown.

Consumer interest in waterless, solid driven by environmental, packing, money concerns, says Mintel

19-Nov-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

Water scarcity and desire for products with eco-ethical claims are driving forces behind consumer interest in waterless formulas.

Special Edition: NATURALS & NATURALLY-DERIVED – SOURCING, CHEMISTRY AND CLAIMS

Beyond ISO 16128: Industry ‘can’t ignore’ biodegradability in natural and organic cosmetics, says expert

18-Nov-2021 By Kacey Culliney

As the beauty industry continues its push forward with natural and organic cosmetics innovation, focus must be placed on the biodegradability of ingredients – still surprisingly overlooked in the field, says a formulation expert.

Herbal Essences to use new recycling technology in packaging to decrease use of virgin plastic

18-Nov-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

Haircare brand Herbal Essences announced they will be implementing a resin derived from an advanced-recycling technology which turns waste plastic in molecularly virgin plastic.

Ulta partnering with DoorDash in anticipation of continued no-contact shopping demand

04-Nov-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

Ulta Beauty and DoorDash are partnering to bring same-day delivery of beauty products in anticipation of continued demand for no-contact buying after pandemic restrictions.

Study: Replenology hair system prevents hair loss, promotes growth

22-Oct-2021 By Danielle Masterson

About 40% of women have visible hair loss by the age of 40, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.

Unilever reports Q3 ‘21 net sales rise but cost inflation woes continue

21-Oct-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Personal care major Unilever has reported a net sales rise for its third quarter (Q3) of 2021, with strong growth in the Americas and across its prestige beauty division, but the future will prove challenging as price inflation continues.

Special Edition: DEGRADABLE INGREDIENTS

Indie beauty well positioned to integrate biodegradables: Expert

20-Oct-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

Concerns over climate change and pollution are pushing cosmetics producers to become more eco-friendly, and indie brands are well positioned to pivot towards biodegradable ingredients and packaging, says the co-founder of Indie Beauty Expo.

Price hikes to come: P&G Q1 ‘22 net sales rise but ‘challenging’ costs hit profits

20-Oct-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Personal care giant Procter & Gamble (P&G) has reported a net sales rise for the first quarter (Q1) of fiscal 2022, though profits suffered due to a challenging cost environment – an ongoing issue it plans to overcome with price hikes.

Antioxidant-rich green tea extract offers UV protection promise for hair: Study

19-Oct-2021 By Ravyn Cullor

Botanical green tea extracts can protect hair from ultraviolet (UV) damage by reducing the formation of certain protein biomarkers, though efficacy is linked to antioxidant levels of the extract, finds a P&G funded study.

FTC puts companies on notice about fake reviews, misleading endorsements

14-Oct-2021 By Stephen Daniells

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has sent Notices of Penalty Offenses to hundreds of businesses, alerting them of steep penalties if they use fake reviews or other misleading endorsements to deceive consumers.

Desert Botanicals releases new propylene glycol-free hair care line

13-Oct-2021 By Natasha Spencer

Combining Sonoran Desert ingredients with advanced silicone technology, hair care brand Desert Botanicals unveils its newest propylene glycol-free product line, designed for people allergic to the ingredient.

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The Vitamin Shoppe expands personal care offerings with Hims & Hers partnership

12-Oct-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Specialty health and wellness retailer The Vitamin Shoppe will offer personal care products from Hims & Hers Health, Inc. in over 280 stores and online across the US.

HENKEL, L’OREAL, LVMH, NATURA &CO AND UNILEVER EXECUTIVES WEIGH IN

Beauty majors say brand-agnostic environmental impact system will make industry more 'transparent' and 'comparable'

07-Oct-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Executives from Henkel, L’Oréal, LVMH, Natura &Co and Unilever say co-developing an industry-wide environmental impact assessment system is critical for the sustainable future of cosmetics.

Nearly three-quarters of US consumers still prefer at-home shopping and product try-ons: Survey

06-Oct-2021 By Natasha Spencer

Consumer behaviors in shopping and sampling have evolved since 2020, with at-home experiences, new product discovery and hyper-personalization leading the way for beauty and personal care innovation, says a new survey from Sampler.

Five 2023 beauty ‘personas’ to watch: Think frugality, sustainability, gender fluidity and creativity, says WGSN

05-Oct-2021 By Kacey Culliney

The next two years will see five cohorts of beauty consumers take centre stage - skinimalists, refillutionaries, beautopians, super basics and skillusionists - drawing a sharper focus on core desires around frugality, sustainability, gender fluidity and...

Special Edition: CIRCULAR BEAUTY – SUSTAINABLE SOURCING, GREEN CHEMISTRY AND ECO-DESIGN

Going green: Garnier unveils National Geographic CreativeWorks campaign

05-Oct-2021 By Kacey Culliney

L’Oréal’s Garnier brand is working with branded content studio National Geographic CreativeWorks on a worldwide educational campaign designed to empower beauty consumers to live greener.

More fat means less hair, study suggests

04-Oct-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Heart disease, diabetes and sleep apnea are just a few of the conditions associated with unhealthy eating habits. New research suggests we can add hair loss to that list.

Social commerce innovation: Unilever unveils beauty startup collaboration platform

30-Sep-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Personal care major Unilever has launched a collaboration initiative to partner with forward-thinking beauty startups, scaleups and entrepreneurs specialised in social commerce to drive next-generation in-house innovation across its portfolio of brands.

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