Beauty shoppers shifting to diagnostics, says Revieve report
Beauty tech firm Revieve’s annual index shows that diagnostics are driving beauty product conversions in 2025.
Formulation & science
Beiersdorf’s Skin Longevity Summit spotlights epigenetic innovation
German skincare company Beiersdorf shares more on how epigenetics is reshaping pro‑ageing strategies for skincare brands.
Zschimmer & Schwarz partners with Viridi on CO₂‑based surfactants
Surfactants go circular as Viridi and Zschimmer & Schwarz scale CO₂ utilisation.
Trend: period drama’s big beauty takeover
The trend for the ‘period drama aesthetic’ surges as brands embrace regency revival and gothic romance.
Debut’s biotech actives bring ‘tweakment-like’ results to topical cosmetics
Biotech firm Debut recently held a webinar for Cosmetics Design about how cutting-edge innovation is reshaping pro‑ageing treatments for beauty brands.
Solabia buys Mibelle Biochemistry to scale bio‑based innovation
Acquisition strengthens Solabia’s position in natural and bio‑based cosmetic ingredients
Givaudan invests €60.3m in new Grasse natural fragrance centre
Fragrance and flavours company Givaudan said it plans to build a naturals hub to scale next‑gen extraction and boost global supply of premium natural ingredients.
Expert insights on how AI will impact the future of beauty
We spoke to leaders from Perfect Corp., Haut.AI and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to hear their 2026 predictions on how AI will affect NPD, regulatory readiness and competitive strategy across the US cosmetics value chain.
US researchers determine ozonized glycerin shows improved skin repair and barrier support
The findings indicate potential applications in skin care, although further in vivo studies are needed to understand absorption and mechanisms.
L’Oréal outperformed global beauty market in 2025 with €44bn in sales
Premium haircare, fragrances and DTC sales all fuelled L’Oréal’s sales success for the last financial year.
Lancôme launches topical longevity skincare with Timeline
L’Oréal’s Lancôme brand is set to bring Timeline’s biotech longevity actives into mainstream skincare.
Why some colour cosmetics brands are failing: shifting trends and rising costs
We explore why innovative makeup brands such as Pat McGrath Labs and Barry M are suffering in the current market, and what other brands can do to prevent similar issues.
Q&A: Galderma global insights into menopause‑related skin changes
Swiss skincare business Galderma’s new data reveals what menopausal women want from skincare solutions. We spoke to its global head of injectable aesthetics to learn what this research means for the future...
How UK cosmetics policy is shifting: CTPA’s key actions for 2026
The CTPA’s director-general shares more on the trade body’s 2026 priorities for UK cosmetics regulation, sustainability and more key industries topics...
What’s happening at Cosmoprof Worldwide 2026? Special Q&A
From the latest fragrance innovation to the new cosmetics stage, we spoke to the organisers of Cosmoprof 2026 to find out what we can expect at the show this year.
EU regulations reshaping cosmetics in 2026: Cosmetics Europe Q&A
The Director‑General of trade body Cosmetics Europe discusses the regulatory challenges and priorities facing beauty and personal care companies this year.
Olay unveils peptide‑powered Regenerist line inspired by aesthetic treatments
Are pro‑procedure skincare formulas the next big anti‑ageing shift? Olay’s new Regenerist Treatments target demand for clinic‑style results...
Nutrafol debuts formula tailored for men aged 50+
Haircare supplement brand Nutrafol has launched its first life-stage-specific formula for men, marking nearly a decade since the company innovated in the men’s supplement category.
Crosslinked HA shown to enhance delivery of key skincare actives
Crosslinked hyaluronic acid has been shown to enhance the penetration of hydrophilic skincare actives, offering formulators new opportunities for efficacy and simplified systems.
UK and EU regulations diverge on use of talc in cosmetics
The UK’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has not classified talc as a potential carcinogen, while EU scientific bodies have flagged safety concerns that will most likely result in a usage ban.
Are cosmetics firms being unfairly targeted by the EU’s micropollutant rules?
As the micropollutant EPR dispute heats up between the beauty industry and the EC, industry bodies argue that cosmetics contribute less than 2% of micropollutants in water supplies, not 26% as stated.
Probiotic-derived phenyllactic acid emerges as potent skin lightening agent: Korea study
A metabolite derived from a common probiotic bacterium, Limosilactobacillus reuteri, has demonstrated powerful and safe skin lightening effects in laboratory tests, positioning it as a promising new ingredient for the functional cosmetics market.
LVMH review reveals new scientific insights into ageing hair biology
A new longevity hair care review from French multinational LVMH reveals useful learnings for future product development.
Kao’s new tech harnesses natural function of sweat to reduce discomfort
Kao Corporation’s Skin Care Products Research Laboratory has developed a technology to make sweat evaporate more easily and quickly, helping to reduce stickiness and odour.
Beiersdorf and HIPS target skin microbiome actives
The German personal care company Beiersdorf has formed a skin microbiome partnership with pharma research institute HIPS to unlock new skin care actives.
5 trends shaping future haircare product development
What factors can we expect to see shape the haircare industry and future NPD between now and 2030? One expert from Kao Corporation’s salon division shares her insights…
MANE expands receptor-based research with ChemoSensoryx acquisition
As biotech becomes increasingly important in the beauty industry, French flavours and fragrances company MANE has strengthened its sensory innovation with the acquisition of ChemoSensoryx
Fragrance trends 2026: Wellness, gourmand notes and personalisation
From wellness to personalisation and foodie scents, experts reveal the top fragrance trends for 2026…
Hard water destroys foam stability, compromises cleansing products: L’Oréal study
A new study by L’Oréal Research & Innovation has revealed that hard water fundamentally destabilises the foam structure of common cosmetic cleansing products, dramatically compromising their performance and sensory appeal.
Inside-out beauty spotlight: NutraIngredients awards open for entries
The nutraceuticals industry awards will honour the best and brightest in ingredients and products across the beauty-from-within category.
France bans PFAS in cosmetics as ‘forever chemicals’ concerns rise
France has led the way on the ‘forever chemicals’ crackdown. Here is what cosmetics formulators need to know.
Inside Estée Lauder Companies’ vision for next-gen hair care
We spoke to Estée Lauder Companies’ VP for hair care about the future of hair care, including biotech, sustainability and scalp health trends.
Why Beiersdorf has reformulated its bestselling NIVEA Crème
German beauty & health multinational Beiersdorf took six years to develop a new version of its flagship Nivea product using 99% natural-origin ingredients.
Our 10 most-read stories of 2025
Take a look at the cosmetics industry news that created the most buzz this year...
Why scalp care isn’t just skincare: Trichologist debunks myths
As we see more innovation in the scalp care space, one scalp expert warns haircare brands on misleading claims.
Fish oil oxidation: Experts debate the science and health impacts
Research shows that some fish oil supplements are oxidized, but is there any scientific evidence to support the perception that oxidized fish oil is less efficacious or even detrimental?
New skincare research disrupts decades-old dermatology belief
A study published in the British Journal of Dermatology, changes our understanding of dermal pigmentation and how it should be addressed.
Ingredient‑led hair care: what formulators must know for the future
From premiumisation and skinification to a scalp care surge and the growth of dermocosmetics. We spoke to an expert at Euromonitor International to get a market overview of the haircare category’s potential for 2026 and beyond.
Beiersdorf’s Eucerin targets Japan with tailored skincare innovation
The German multinational Beiersdorf is focused on expanding its Derma Business and has just created a bespoke Eucerin launch for Japanese skincare shoppers.
AI and beauty tech: 5 innovations disrupting skincare
From skin analysis to smart devices, we outline some of the new beauty tech breakthroughs that could reshape the category.
FDA targets sunscreen modernization with bemotrizinol proposal
If finalized, it would mark the first new sunscreen active introduced to the United States market in decades, with potential significance for formulators seeking broader UVA coverage and improved photostability.
Environmental omnibus sparks cosmetics industry backlash on UWWTD
The cosmetics industry is demanding fairness in the face of EC’s latest move on EPR costs under the Urban Wastewater Directive.
Designer fats for beauty: why Beiersdorf has invested in Melt&Marble
Industry experts say the €7.3m Series A funding from a variety of sources, including beauty company Beiersdorf, signals increasing growth for sustainable beauty, as precision fermentation continues to be a gamechanger for cosmetics formulations
UK updates regulations for hexyl salicylate; diverging from EU
As both UK and EU cosmetics regulations continue to change, the UK has recently updated its restrictions on the use of hexyl salicylate in cosmetic products and expanded the list of banned substances it considers to be carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic...
Behind L’Oréal’s bet on longevity science to extend skin healthspan
L’Oréal is pioneering longevity science with AI-driven diagnostics, personalized beauty solutions and advanced ingredients to extend skin healthspan.
Butylated Hydroxyanisole under scrutiny: what EU’s latest opinion means for beauty brands
The EU’s scientific board has issued a preliminary opinion on the safety of Butylated Hydroxyanisole in cosmetics
EU regulatory update: tea tree oil use in cosmetics faces new rules
After years of discussion on the safety of tea tree oil in cosmetics, the EU’s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has issued its final opinion.
Instant whitening? Colgate’s Purple Serum merges oral care and beauty
Colgate-Palmolive has launched an oral care innovation into the Indian market, which centres around the ‘skinification’ of the oral care category.
Retinol alternative: Cetaphil’s new range targets pre-ageing care for sensitive skin
Cetaphil’s new product range is specifically formulated for pre-ageing sensitive skin, with a focus on supporting natural skin cell renewal.
7 hair care launches driving future product development
The hair category is the place to be for innovation right now. So, what new product development have we recently seen? Here’s a line-up of disruptive hair care launches every formulator should know.