Sustainability

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Q&A: CDU interviews Lush Prize 2024 winner Emily R. Trunnell, Ph.D.

By Cassandra Stern

PETA's Dr. Emily Trunnell shares her thoughts on winning the prestigious Lush Prize, the impact of animal methods bias in scientific research, and the advancements and future potential of non-animal testing methods in cosmetics and other industries....

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Photo recap: NYSCC Suppliers' Day 2024

By Cassandra Stern

From a bustling show floor to several award ceremonies, insightful educational panels and more, this year's NYSCC Suppliers' Day show was one to remember.

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Digital symposium recap: IBA Spring Cosmetic Convergence

By Cassandra Stern

Key members of the Independent Beauty Association’s team shared their highlights from the organization’s recent digital symposium, which provided a comprehensive look into the latest regulatory, sustainability, and technological developments impacting...

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Key takeaways from NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2024’s Inspiration Zone

By Cassandra Stern

CosmeticsDesign spoke to Eleonora Mazzilli, Trend Localization & Business Development Director, North America at BEAUTYSTREAMS as we explored the Inspiration Zone, which showcased a curated selection of groundbreaking ingredients reflecting the industry's...

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April Launch Pad: Self care solutions

By Cassandra Stern

April showers bring May flowers, but this April, it's self-care solutions that are blooming. Dive into a world of rejuvenation and pampering with these recent beauty launches designed to elevate any self-care routine.

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Grant Industries: In-Cos ingredient launch insights

By Cassandra Stern

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.

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On demand: Ingredient trends 2024 webinar

By Cassandra Stern

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.

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In-Cos Awards: Category winner round up

By Cassandra Stern

This year's In-Cosmetics Global Awards, which was sponsored by Kenvue, saw a panel of up to 40 judges review a shortlist of 83 entries for the following categories: Innovation Zone Best Active Ingredient Award, the Innovation Zone Best Functional...

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Day 2 Preview: NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2024

By Cassandra Stern

For those planning ahead of this year’s NYSCC Suppliers’ Day event in NYC on May 1st and 2nd, this preview offers insight into some informative educational session options for the Day 2 itinerary.

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Day 1 Preview: NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2024

By Cassandra Stern

Dive into the heart of innovation and sustainability at NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2024! Check out our preview of some must-attend events and sessions for Day 1 of this premier industry conference.

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Q&A: Attorney breaks down ‘Clean at Sephora’ ruling

By Cassandra Stern

The recent ‘Clean at Sephora’ case ruling has been the subject of intense discussion and debate since it was released last month – in this Q&A, attorney Kelly Bonner analyzes the case, its resolution, and offers her perspective on the judgment’s potential...

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Three takeaways from In-Cosmetics Global 2024 in Paris

By Cassandra Stern

A shift from synthetic to more naturally-derived ingredients, an increased focus on efficacy, and rising interest in holistic well-being are all trends that dominated this year’s convention floor.

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Q&A: A comprehensive look at the UN Plastics Pollution Treaty

By Cassandra Stern

CosmeticsDesign spoke to Francine Lamoriello, EVP, Global Strategies at PCPC and Melissa Kopolow, Associate Partner, Albright Stonebridge Group for their key takeaways regarding the UN Plastics Pollution Treaty and its potential impact on the manufacturers...

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Q&A: Emil Capital VP on 2024's trends shaping beauty & personal care

By Cassandra Stern

In this CosmeticsDesign Q&A, we dive into the dynamic world of beauty investment with Cansu Arslan, Emil Capital Partners VP, as she shares her insights and experience with consumer influence, the clean beauty trend, and other evolving trends in cosmetics...

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Must Read: The top 5 CosmeticsDesign Articles of Q1 2024

By Cassandra Stern

As the first quarter of 2024 draws to a close, we delve into the most compelling insights and trends that have dominated the cosmetics and personal care product industry, exploring the top five CosmeticsDesign articles that captivated our readership so...

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MWSCC Teamworks 2024: ‘Pure Imagination’ with a focus on innovation

By Cassandra Stern

From the challenges of becoming an industry disruptor to fostering mental health in the workplace and capturing the magic of ingredient and formulation innovation, we spoke with MWSCC Teamworks Keynote speaker Chris Kanik of Smart Cups, Technical Symposium...

A recent study found that the effects of climate change could trigger eczema or worsen flare-ups of the skin condition (Image: Getty)

How climate change is impacting skin care NPD

By Kirsty Doolan

As air temperatures continue to rise and more of the world experiences extreme weather conditions, this is likely to negatively impact more people’s skin and create a need for new cosmetics solutions…

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Uni K Wax founder discusses brand's innovation in hair removal category

By Cassandra Stern

With its proprietary all-natural pine resin wax, unique application methods, and innovation in comprehensive gender-neutral hair removal services, Uni K Wax founder Noemi Grupenmager discusses the brand’s commitment to disrupting the hair removal space...