The ultra-personalised skin care brand Simon Ourian M.D. has used AI data from scanning the faces of its UK customer base to gain a deeper understanding of skin care needs in this market...
The fourth session of the UN Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee advanced the draft text for a global treaty on plastic pollution, emphasizing sustainable packaging and waste management, critical for cosmetics and personal care manufacturers.
In a bid to build more awareness that a growing number of people don’t have access to personal care products, cosmetics brand Lottie London has partnered with Toiletries Amnesty – an organisation working to end hygiene poverty and divert beauty industry...
At this year’s SIMPPAR perfumery event in Grasse, IFF’s LMR Naturals division is launching a book to celebrate the legacy of its visionary founder Monique Remy.
For the ever-growing trend of ‘cleanical’ beauty products, how can designers clearly convey this concept in packaging? The London agency behind bareMinerals’ new launch Skin Rescue shares more…
A Danish startup has created a ‘world-first’ fermentation platform that produces a high-performance dry cellulose that could replace fossil fuel-based materials in cosmetic formulations.
Italian luxury brand Bvlgari is eyeing huge opportunities in fast-growing luxury markets like India and Vietnam but will not rush an expansion despite the immense interest in high-end fragrances.
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....
A Spanish nutraceuticals company is bringing its production of lemon verbena from South America to Spain and plans to find new uses for the ancient botanical.
A recent consumer study from global professional services company Accenture has revealed that more shoppers are finding buying decisions too overwhelming and therefore walking away from potential purchases.
The business said the innovation for cosmetics R&D “closely mimics human skin” and can “raise the standards of product testing and encourage beauty without animal cruelty.”
Ahead of Green Baby Day on 12 June, the Women’s Environmental Network (Wen) is calling for a "sustainable and toxic-free future for babies and children."
The heritage personal care product was originally focused on soothing the skin of babies with nappy rash, but a new campaign – partially sparked by falling birth-rates – sees it change its focus…
The French prestige fragrance brand has collaborated with the iconic film director and Bleu de Chanel ambassador Chalamet for a new marketing campaign…
As the beauty industry continues to grow, where can it go next? One potential avenue is more crossover with the ‘professional beauty’ salon/spa industry and aesthetics treatments space. We explore what this means for the cosmetics industry as we know...
L’Oréal and a team of researchers from Singapore will study soil microbes and how it can improve soil quality and increase plant yields in a sustainable manner.
The UK-based health and beauty retailer is massively investing in bricks and mortar and will have opened 25 new stores by the end of 2024 – as it celebrates its 60th year on the British high street.
According to the viral-on-TikTok skin care brand Byoma, the Generation Alpha skin care boom – AKA the ‘Sephora Kids’ – has become an “epidemic” due to “lack of education resulting in mis-purchasing products”. Here's how the brand plans to...
US-based mum and baby care brand Evereden is doubling down on expansion to new markets including the Middle East, continuous science-backed product development, and furthering its appeal to Gen Alpha in its next phase of growth.
After more than two decades of discussions, the UN organisation WIPO plans to finalise an international agreement to target ‘biopiracy’ later this month.
We explore how some of Europe’s biggest beauty and personal care businesses have performed for the first quarter of 2024 in our quarterly cosmetics business update…
In its first campaign as a British Beauty Council patron, beauty ecommerce site Lookfantastic has cut its prices of SPF30+ sun care products in the UK market to draw attention to the fact that these products are a necessity for healthy skin.
The multinational fragrance house saw strong sales for 2023 in all markets and has unveiled plans to reinforce its position in India’s fast-growing fragrance market.
Marine ingredients such as microalgae and seaweed are a sustainable, upcycled and efficacious ingredient option being used in more topical and ingestible cosmetics products. Find out more on the latest developments…
We caught up with two Mintel beauty and personal care analysts to discover what trends they are monitoring right now. Watch the video or read the summary below to find out what they had to say…
As it prepares to launch onto the Spanish stock exchange, the Barcelona-based company with a 110-year legacy has also rebranded its visual identity. Its CEO explained why...
In-depth data from one ecommerce retailer has revealed Europe’s favourite beauty brands based on online searches, as well as the world’s most popular brands based on searches and social media popularity…
After 10 years of research and 1,700 ingredients tested, the German health and beauty company has unveiled its new patented anti-ageing active ingredient that protects the skin’s collagen from ‘sugar damage.’
The Swiss naturopathic and beauty brand has just launched two new clinically proven skin care ranges derived from plant-based ingredients, including a natural peptide. Weleda’s UK MD explained more about the innovation…
Upcycled ingredients were a notable trend for beauty and personal care ingredients at this year’s In-Cosmetics Global show. What’s driving this movement and where will it go next?
In addition to a diverse offering of educational sessions and an engaging array of exhibitors across the show floor, this year’s NYSCC Suppliers’ Day conference will offer several special events, show staples, and activities to supplement attendees'...
Mintel’s expert beauty and personal care analysts took us on a tour around the innovation zone. Learn more about some of the most forward-thinking brands and concepts in the cosmetics industry right now.
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