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We spoke to the company behind a new AI-guided product development feature that it says “could speed up innovation in the beauty industry.”
News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
We spoke to the company behind a new AI-guided product development feature that it says “could speed up innovation in the beauty industry.”
The Belgium-based biotech startup has created two new actives designed to target sun exposure and skin hyperpigmentation.
The free online master class course aims to train scientists across the globe in testing cosmetics and chemicals without using animals.
Bioprinting can offer cosmetics companies a new way of testing
We’ve rounded up some of the latest clinical study findings that could impact the skin care category…
A peer-reviewed study shows this technique could offer a non-invasive skin diagnostic.
As more companies innovate in the skin hyperpigmentation space, a tyrosinease inhibitor has shown promise as a nutraceutical for skin lightening.
Kadalys, a French biotechnology firm specialising in banana-derived active ingredients for cosmetics, is hoping to tap into Asia's demand for high-efficacy natural ingredients.
New data from NIQ shows that brands that put a focus on innovation were twice as likely to grow their sales as those who didn’t. But where do you start?
Omega-3 is reportedly “the most sought-after ingredient in beauty supplements,” but formulators are missing a trick in excluding the essential fatty acid for more ‘on-trend’ ingredients, according to experts.
According to new consumer research from market research agency MMR, consumers are increasingly seeking out new and novel experiences, which means that brands are under pressure to innovate or get left behind.
What have been some of the key issues and topics affecting our industry over the past three months? We’ve rounded up the 10 most-read stories between July and September…
According to a new in-depth study by research and consulting company Ecovia Intelligence, global sales of natural & organic cosmetics are forecast to reach $14bn this year. We explore the current landscape and what's next for this sector.
The British FMCG company saw rising volume sales but still saw fairly flat growth as price increases slowed in Q3 of 2024.
The Swiss pureplay skin care and injectable aesthetics company has seen 9.2% growth over the past nine months, which includes success in the difficult Chinese market...
From causing cancer to funding terrorism and attracting drug dealers, the global problem with fake beauty products stretches way beyond copyright breach and financial losses..
Unilever's India subsidiary is receiving encouraging initial feedback on its new palm-reduced soap formulations under brands LUX and Lifebuoy.
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.
A recent study by Chinese researchers has found that iron metabolism is linked to the onset of psoriasis, and that the intake of zinc and selenium could lower the risk of atopic dermatitis.
A recent study by Chinese researchers has found that iron metabolism is linked to the onset of psoriasis, and that the intake of zinc and selenium could lower the risk of atopic dermatitis.
A sign of the times? Or a stroke of marketing genius? Luxury Swiss skin care and wellness brand has published a first-of-its-kind white paper about the science behind longevity...
Fragrance house Scentmate by dsm-firmenich has shared more on how and why spirituality has become more influential in the fragrance category in recent years.
The company said the new funds will fuel its next phase of biomanufacturing development for “cutting-edge tailored molecules for the personal care industry.”
The partnership is aiming to uncover a lack of dermatological services to treat skin diseases.
Lipotrue’s Frag-Brillin ingredient has been nominated for an award at the upcoming Cosmetics 360 Awards in Paris. We spoke to the Spanish company about the innovation…
Microbiome testing company Sequential has just launched ‘targeted skin condition panels’, which are designed to address conditions like acne, rosacea, atopic dermatitis and malodour, as well as UV exposure.
Italian microbiome startup Bacfarm just won Shiseido’s annual startup competition with an innovation that can have uses in both topical and nutra sun care products. We spoke to the co-founder to learn more about how it could disrupt the category...
The market intelligence company has shared three trends it expects to see impact the global beauty and personal care (BPC) industry in 2025 and beyond...
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...
We spoke to cosmetics ingredients company Provital about the innovations it’s showcasing at IFSCC this week and the potential future for natural cosmetics ingredients...
French beauty and wellness brand Glowery is set to launch this week after five years in the making. We spoke to founder and CEO Alexandra Kolasinski to find out more...
As the Beautyworld Middle East event will kick off in Dubai in late October, we asked a market expert what cosmetics brands should know about the current landscape in the growing Middle Eastern market, with a focus on Dubai.
Discover how beauty-enhancing ingredients like collagen and biotin are changing the confectionery industry with delicious, functional treats.
From new refill innovation to packaging with built-in at-home-use devices, here are some of the most forward-thinking products we saw at the luxury packaging show in Monaco this year…
Highlights from the German cosmetics chemicals company include a new method for visualising skin models, innovations in AI-selected ingredients, a sun care tool in partnership with Kenvue, and new digital tools that will support sustainability…
In the second part of our skin care and technology special, we address the tech that is changing beauty's biggest category at lightning speed...
This year’s Luxe Pack show in Monaco revealed many innovations in terms of scent packaging formats based around Gen Z’s preferences. We spoke to Superga Beauty about its new launches...
We’ve rounded up some of the key eco-designed cosmetics packaging innovations that were on show at the Luxe Pack 2024 event in Monaco this October.
This year’s Luxe Pack show in Monaco had a section dedicated to trending cosmetics formulations and textures, which was curated by the sought-after formulations expert Dr Luisa Oliva. We explored the formulations bar and spoke with Dr Oliva...
From fragrance allergens to potential endocrine disruptors and sun protection, here’s what you need to know about the latest cosmetics regulation changes in the EU and UK.
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...
At this year’s TFWA Global show in Cannes, we caught up with the head of marketing for travel-retail at L’Occitane Groupe, Mona L’Hostis, to talk about innovation pipelines, future markets to watch, and the runaway success of Sol de Janeiro.
In the first part of our focus on how technology is shaping the future of skin care, we explore the use of artificial intelligence and how this is impacting the category...
What's trending in skin care formulations right now?
Australian salon hair care brand MUVO has developed Balayage shampoo to meet consumer demand for colour with minimal time and effort.
We've rounded up some of the newest innovations that will be showcased at the world's biggest luxury packaging show...
In a recent editorial webinar hosted by CosmeticsDesign and NutraIngredients, experts from the fields of nutrition and skincare gathered to discuss the growing trend of beauty from within.
As more consumers realise that topical cosmetics have limitations, beauty and personal care brands are putting a focus on an inside-out approach, which aims to improve internal health and wellness and therefore boost beauty.
A Chinese study has revealed that the organic acids found in bamboo vinegar demonstrated effects comparable to lauric and azelaic acid in inhibiting Propionibacterium acnes.