News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
As holiday sales growth slows to 3%, cosmetics and personal care brands face a season defined by cautious consumer spending and value-driven trends, according to Lauren Stern, Retail Director at S&P Global Ratings.
From playful toothpaste flavors to celebrity partnerships, Haus Labs, Boka, and Dial are showing how bold marketing can drive engagement in the beauty industry.
The investment will fuel Divi Scalp & Hair Health's plans for international growth, enhanced domestic reach, and strengthened retail partnerships with Ulta Beauty, Ulta Beauty at Target, and Amazon.
Characterized by the 'subtle enhancement of natural beauty' for a 'fresh, polished finish,' the 'Clean Girl' aesthetic reigned supreme at this year's BeautyCon and signals to manufacturers and suppliers that the demand for multifunctional 'skinimalist'...
Volition Beauty’s new Accelerator Program aims to support creator-led brands by providing back-end infrastructure while letting creators ‘maintain complete creative control,’ opening fresh opportunities for suppliers and manufacturers to collaborate on...
A recent class-action lawsuit against Dr. Squatch highlights the growing concern over "natural" claims in personal care products, pointing to the $50 billion market for natural products and the fact that nearly half of consumers consider the naturalness...
Natura &Co delivers a robust Q3, achieving R$ 6 billion in revenue, fueled by sales growth, operational efficiencies, and sustainable investments.
About half of Gen Z and Millennials buy beauty products based on influencer recommendations – redefining aspiration in the beauty industry, according to new data from Base Beauty and Mintel.
Edgewell Personal Care Company has reported steady financial growth for FY2024, with net sales reaching $2.25 billion—a slight increase over the prior year—while setting an optimistic outlook for FY2025, driven by a strengthened business model,...
Immersive pop-up events like Physicians Formula's 'Glambulance' and Stripes Beauty's "National Hot Flash Day" have emerged as a powerful way to engage consumers, creating new opportunities for product visibility and partnerships across the cosmetics and...
Newly released data reveals key shifts in the US beauty market, as economic pressures push consumers towards retailers for budget-friendly options, while fragrance and clean beauty sectors offer resilient growth opportunities.
With nearly 60% of holiday shoppers expecting a premium unboxing experience and two-thirds willing to wait longer for personalized gifts, beauty brands face a critical opportunity this season, according to a recent survey from logistics company Outerspace.
The National Advertising Division of BBB National Programs found Drunk Elephant’s safety claims for kids and tweens were supported, but urged the brand to ensure influencer posts are 'clear and conspicuous' in disclosing material connections.
Estée Lauder Companies has reported a 4% overall decline in Q1 net sales, with US growth in online channels helping to offset challenges across its North American portfolio, where net sales declined by only 1%.
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...
With Rogaine launching “National Hats Off Day” to shift the issue of men’s hair loss into a journey of growth, cosmetics and personal care brands have a unique opportunity to foster supportive, transparent conversations and address evolving consumer needs.
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.
Discover the latest in beauty with exciting new launches from NOYZ, Good Molecules, COSRX, MERIT, EVOLVh, Noteworthy Scents, and DKNY, each offering innovative products designed to elevate consumer fragrance and skin care routines.
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 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.
Mintel’s 2025 Global Beauty and Personal Care Trends report reveals a rising demand among US consumers for beauty brands to lead in sustainability and environmental responsibility, driving companies to adopt innovative practices in sourcing,...
The beauty sector was a standout during the most recent Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, driven by a mix of legacy brands and viral sensations, and Market Defense experts predict this momentum will carry into a strong Q4 as brands capitalize on consumer...
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.
Procter & Gamble’s fiscal 2025 first-quarter results reveal steady growth in organic sales, up 2% due to price increases and innovation. However, the beauty segment faced challenges, particularly in luxury skincare.
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...
A recent Makeup Trends report from Spate reveals a decline in eye makeup interest as consumers increasingly favor minimalistic beauty routines, innovative textures, and long-lasting products, emphasizing the need for cosmetics brands to adapt to shifting...
Coty Inc. announced preliminary first-quarter results for fiscal year 2025, highlighting growth in its prestige fragrance category, challenges in the U.S. and mass beauty markets, and a renewed focus on cost reduction, while reaffirming its full-year...
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."
With K-Beauty's expansion into new categories and a projected market value of $9.9 billion in North America by 2032, US manufacturers and retailers are positioned to benefit by embracing the 'Second Wave of K-Beauty.'
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.
In an era where experiential marketing campaigns 'allow beauty brands to connect with their consumers on a deeper level,' said Pauline Oudin, CEO of Gradient Experience, overcoming challenges like proving ROI need to be mitigated to embrace opportunities...
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...
A recent report by Lauren Goodsitt, Director of Beauty and Personal Care at Mintel, outlined several key drivers of the gourmand fragrance space, include the combination of sweet and spicy, or 'swicy' flavor notes and a rise in comforting familiar scents...
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...
e.l.f. Cosmetics and Tareen Dermatology have partnered with the Toronto Maple Leafs and Minnesota Wild, respectively, for the 2024-2025 NHL season to promote inclusivity, skin health, and community support through innovative campaigns and philanthropic...
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.
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,...
As the global men’s personal care market continues to grow, Perfect Corp’s partnership with NuNorm illustrates how AI and AR tools like virtual try-on and Shade Finder are breaking down barriers for male consumers, driving longer site engagement and...
Key challenges for cosmetics manufacturers identified during the Symposium include navigating 'the rapidly evolving mosaic of regulations' and addressing the growing need for 'recycling initiatives' and 'compliance, transparency, and innovation,'...
The FTC's new rule on deceptive reviews 'builds on existing truth-in-advertising principles' and will require cosmetics brands to ensure that all reviews and testimonials are 'genuine and reflect real consumer experiences' to avoid significant penalties,...
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.
Ahead of this year's Summit, presenters and speakers from LUSH, P2 Science, Forestwise, AAK Personal Care, Beauty Kitchen and Seilich all revealed insight into their presentation topics and what they hope to take away from the conference.
Move over, ChatGPT - SkinGPT is here! According to Anastasia Georgievskaya, founder of Haut.AI, the newly patented "Skin Atlas" offers privacy-preserving AI technology which signals a new chapter for cosmetics and personal care manufacturers, enabling...
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...
This quarter's round up includes a recently filed hair care product patent, financial news regarding Avon's bankruptcy and the current struggles of beauty MLMs, packaging trends and more.
In Q3 2024, the beauty industry experienced significant leadership changes, including Julie Rosen's departure from Bath & Body Works, Galen C. Smith's appointment as CEO of IPSY, Stephanie Stahl joining Edgewell's Board of Directors, and Nicole Mancini...
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.
Cosmetics brands are increasingly tapping into pop culture partnerships, such as NYX’s "Beetlejuice" collection and Warner Bros.-themed campaign, to “push the limits of artistry and entertainment” while leveraging these collaborations to generate buzz,...
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.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed into law a bill mandating textured hair education as part of the state’s cosmetology licensing requirements. This decision marks a pivotal moment for the beauty industry, particularly as California is home to...