Indie Insights: Clean beauty on a budget
Discover how a dentist and a biomedical engineer turned their passion for sustainability into Elims, a brand redefining clean oral care on a budget.
Sustainability
From waste reduction to recyclability: How cosmetics brands are reinventing packaging
From lightweighting to Ship in Own Container standards, discover the strategies driving sustainable packaging in the beauty industry.
Harnessing technology to power sustainability in the beauty industry: PCPC webinar key insights
Webinar explores how cutting-edge technologies like AI, blockchain, and biotechnology are revolutionizing sustainability across the beauty and personal care industry.
ELC to produce biotech materials at manufacturing site in Belgium
The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) is opening a new BioTech Hub near its manufacturing and distribution campus.
Sustainable and effective: Inside the development of BioSyn Bisabolol
“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.
From “beautility” to nano-influencers: A look at beauty trends for 2025
Discover how sustainability, global influences, and a booming male beauty market are transforming the industry as it gears up to exceed $750bn next year.
Reimagining skin care: How bio-based succinic acid could transform cosmetics
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.
UN INC-5 negotiations stall as US industry pushes for recycling reforms
Global treaty impasse raises stakes for cosmetics and personal care manufacturers relying on sustainable packaging.
Indie Insights: Pushing the boundaries of product formulation
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.
From bioplastics to on-the-go: Trends transforming cosmetics packaging
A recently released report from Smithers Market Intelligence examines how varying market and demographic pressures are pushing FMCG brands, particularly in the cosmetic and personal care product sectors towards more accommodating packaging designs.
Yves Rocher expands Canadian presence with Shoppers Drug Mart & Pharmaprix partnership
The partnership with Shoppers Drug Mart and Pharmaprix marks the first time the Yves Rocher brand will be available outside of its own distribution channels.
Coty patents advanced eye cream with biodegradable surfactants
A new Coty patent for a targeted eye cream designed to deliver anti-aging and moisture benefits while prioritizing clean, consumer-friendly ingredients offers valuable insights into macrotrends impacting cosmetics manufacturers and suppliers across...
Robertet acquires Phasex to expand in US market
The natural ingredients company has acquired a sustainable US-based firm that works with supercritical CO2 extraction.
The true impact of virgin paper: Rethinking sustainable packaging for beauty brands
As states like California roll out plastic bans, EcoEnclose CEO Saloni Doshi warns that the shift to alternative materials, such as virgin paper, can have unintended environmental consequences, emphasizing that 'the rapid increase in demand for...
From byproduct to beauty: Advancements in sustainable ingredients and transparent sourcing
Explore the latest in ingredient upcycling and transparency advancements as the cosmetics industry redefines sustainability with digital traceability and innovative, waste-derived ingredients.
‘Pushing the boundaries of science’: Origins’s Youthtopia highlights powerful potential of upcycled beauty ingredients
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.
ELC FY24 Social Impact & Sustainability Report highlights key advancements for cosmetics industry
The Estée Lauder Companies’ (ELC) fiscal 2024 Social Impact and Sustainability report offers a comprehensive update on its environmental and social initiatives. Here’s a look at what cosmetics manufacturers and suppliers need to know.
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.
US brands face rising consumer demand for sustainability, says Mintel report
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,...
Key takeaways from PCPC’s 2024 Science Symposium
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...
Q&A: Navigating environmental risks and market shifts in the cosmetics industry
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...
Indie Insights: How indie beauty brands are embracing sustainability as a core value
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.
Growing up beautiful: How Gen Alpha is redefining beauty & personal care
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...
"We need new stuff to get consumers excited:" L'Oréal CEO on Q3 sales results
In the third quarter of 2024, total sales rose yet missed expectations, due to the impact of the flagging China market and the slowdown of derma and sun care sales in the US.
IFF utilizes desugarization tech for sustainable ingredient development
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...
Harnessing the power of upcycling: ROELMI HPC’s approach to sustainable beauty
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...
Skincare Advancement on demand: Webinar panelists answer your burning questions
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.
Nutrafol expands into topical hair care with Men’s Active Cleanse
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...
P&G files patent for cleansing balm with natural wax structurants
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...
New study on copal resin in cosmetics: Sustainable, effective, and consumer-approved
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.
Credo Beauty introduces skin care line with focus on hydration and sustainability
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.
Sustainability in focus: What to expect at the 2024 Sustainable Cosmetics Summit European edition
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.
September Launch Pad: Seasonal inspiration
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.
October 2: Get ready for our Skin Care Advancement webinar
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.
Natural nail trend driven by Gen Z consumers, reports Mintel
With an increasing amount of Gen Z beauty consumers gravitating towards a more natural nail aesthetic, brands are adapting by focusing on "non-toxic formulations and ingredient transparency," according to Carson Kitzmiller, Senior Analyst for Beauty &...
Majority of Americans delay sun-related skin care until age 26, despite risks: Survey
A new poll reveals that 79% of Americans report having experienced sunburn and only one-fifth using sunscreen daily, revealing that "there is a huge opportunity to increase prevention and decrease serious melanoma diagnoses with very little effort," said...
'74% less harmful than landfills': An in-depth look at TerraCycle’s SPF Recycling Program
TerraCycle’s SPF recycling program, which is 67% less harmful than waste-to-energy solutions, partners with brands like Burt’s Bees and Paula’s Choice to tackle hard-to-recycle sunscreen packaging, encouraging beauty brands to embrace eco-friendly...
Minimalism in beauty packaging: A strategic shift for brands
In a recent interview with CosmeticsDesign, Nisha Palvia of PERLab reveals how minimalist beauty packaging can elevate brands by balancing simplicity with essential product details, cost-efficiency, and sustainability, urging a strategic approach to meet...
Brightseed-Botalys partnership on sustainably sourced bioactive botanicals
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.
L'Oréal tri-partnership for “new generation of bio-based ingredients”
We spoke to L'Oréal Groupe and Abolis about its new biotech partnership, which also includes German ingredients manufacturer Evonik.
Long read: How AI-powered beauty delivers hyper-personalized products & sustainable solutions in real time
In a recent report, global beauty industry insight firm Beautystreams examines the far-reaching impacts of AI innovation on the beauty industry - we spoke to Eleonora Mazzilli, the company's Trend Localization & Business Development Director. for her key...
Boomers lead the charge in sustainability and organic beauty
A new study from Sooth reveals that Baby Boomers are 2.2 times more likely than Gen Z to choose organic beauty brands, three times more likely to recycle, and six times more likely to research beauty products online, highlighting their growing influence...
Touchland’s 123% Q2 sales surge: A blueprint for personal care brands
Following exponential sales gains in 2023, Touchland has focused on implementing strategic retail moves, authentic influencer partnerships, and consumer-driven innovation to fuel further consistent growth in the competitive personal care market.
Behind e.l.f. Cosmetics’ European expansion strategy
The US-headquartered colour cosmetics brand has big plans for a full European takeover after seeing sales jump up by 91% year-on-year in its last fiscal year results.
68% increase in male skin care usage: What’s driving the surge?
Key factors driving the noteworthy growth in the men's skin care segment of the beauty and personal care market include "a cultural shift towards inclusive grooming" and "an evolving concept of masculinity that embraces self-care," according to Mintel...
Entries now open for the 2024 Sustainable Beauty Awards
With five categories spanning innovations in sustainable products, ingredients, initiatives, and more, this year's Sustainable Beauty Awards will highlight the best of the beauty industry's eco-friendly efforts.
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.
Green Amazon expedition explores 'veritable treasure trove for discovering new biological actives'
Apoena Biotech's recent expedition collected over 25 plant species and has isolated 'approximately 1,000 microorganisms from 100 collected samples' in search of new bioactive ingredients for cosmetic and personal care product formulations.
The hidden dangers of green marketing in cosmetics and personal care
Recent litigation and regulatory action against Colgate's Tom's of Maine, P&G's Native products, and Burt's Bees are just some examples of how beauty and personal care companies can struggle to navigate the challenging space of green marketing claims. In...
High-tech beauty: exploring nanotechnology’s role in cosmetic formulations
A recent scientific review highlights the potential of nanotechnology to revolutionize cosmetics by enhancing efficacy and sustainability through the innovative use of plant and animal by-products, while also addressing crucial safety and regulatory...