News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
Mintel’s 2026 global beauty trends forecast a shift towards wellness diagnostics, emotionally resonant experiences, and a celebration of imperfection. We explore what this means for the future of beauty.
At the Luxe Pack show in Monaco, beauty industry experts gathered to share their views and experiences on how luxury is being redefined, highlighting key areas of interest for beauty product creators.
At the Luxe Pack Global show in Monaco this week, formulations expert Luisa Oliva revealed what is currently influencing the makeup R&D landscape and why.
Is travel retail the new beauty playground? L’Oréal thinks so...
From the stratospheric rise of fragrance to what investors are looking for in brands, Mintel’s Head of Beauty Jane Henderson shares strategic insights to navigate the future of beauty.
As Sephora bets big on influencer-driven beauty sales, we spoke to an affiliate marketing expert to explore what this means for the retailer, as well as the wider beauty creator economy.
The LVMH-owned retailer is tapping into the social shopping boom and will allow influencers to curate shoppable storefronts directly on sephora.com
In recent years, brands like Sol de Janeiro have gained a cult following and made body mists fashionable. What’s coming next for fragrance mists?
Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty combines the winning combination of coffee and cosmetics for its new roadshow-style popup, as experts highlight the demand for beauty roadshows.
The UK cosmetics manufacturer and retailer Lush closed all retail operations for a whole day in protest to the situation Gaza.
From Sol de Janeiro to Valentino Beauty, check out the beauty popups that have made a splash this summer…
The UK’s number one TikTok Shop P.Louise smashed records with the pre-launch of its Christmas collection, which featured its highly sought-after new advent calendars.
As glam-grunge makeup and pixie haircuts step back into fashion, younger beauty shoppers are looking back to the 1990s for inspiration. How will this affect future cosmetics product development?
TikTok beauty trends are set to shape a host of new autumn/winter 2025 launches. Here’s what you need to know and why ignoring TikTok could cost you your next beauty campaign...
Beauty brand collaborations are booming – and licensing is at the heart of it. From Harry Potter bath bombs to Minecraft makeup, discover why fandom, nostalgia and strategic partnerships are driving innovation and growth in the cosmetics industry. And...
This monthly snapshot of the latest CosmeticsDesign coverage from around the world includes regional retail launches, trend research and analysis, and regulatory insights.
An advert created by Colgate-Palmolive’s heritage shower gel brand made an error of judgement that has resulted in a ban from the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) in the UK.
Fragrance is the category that just keeps on winning and Covent Garden plans to welcome four new luxury scent brands as it continues to carve out a name as Europe’s ultimate beauty hub.
Brick-and-mortar beauty has never been so exciting. What do cosmetics brands need to know about creating these in-real-life experiences for their customers?
As more industry experts highlight the importance of social media as a trends lab, Pinterest has revealed what global users have been searching for in the beauty space.
The founder of Revolution Beauty and MUA Makeup Academy Adam Minto has launched fun-filled makeup brand Trouble Maker to younger consumers in the UK market.
New research from UK-based consumer rights champion Which? found 23 of the 34 products purchased through third-party sellers were “likely to be counterfeit”, as the beauty industry continues to suffer with a growing influx of fake products.
The brand, formerly popular with Gen Z consumers, failed to recover after missteps with its shade 600 launch last year.
The EU animal testing loophole threatens progress for cruelty-free cosmetics, says PETA US.
The new menopause collection from Dove is targeting unmet skin care needs for women over age 45.
It appears to be based on face wraps seen on Morning Shed TikTok routines. While it’s commercially savvy and a clever foray into beauty for a shapewear brand, does it actually do anything? And could it cause more harm than good?
From storytelling and nostalgia to edible-inspired notes, we explore six trends expected to influence the fragrance category this autumn/winter.
This month, Sephora US launched its ‘Delivered to Beauty’ omnichannel marketing campaign, designed to strengthen the role of brick-and-mortar stores in an increasingly digital beauty retail landscape.
How can beauty brands win over the cosmetics shopper of tomorrow? We spoke to market intelligence firm NielsenIQ to find out…
New research from a content creator marketing agency has shown that constant pressure for influencers to be creative ‘on-demand’ could have long-term implications for brand growth.
It’s no secret that cosmetics brands are making huge strides on social media platforms like TikTok Shop and Instagram. Here’s a roundup of the ones making waves right now.
Here’s what’s shaping the fragrance category in 2025…
We reveal what’s currently shaping this retail space and take a look at some of the latest beauty brand popups to launch.
Innovative marketing is key to standing out from the crowd and it seems that beauty brands are suddenly upping their game. We’ve rounded up some of the most inspiring marketing ideas we’ve recently seen…
Innovation, acquisition, and regulation defined the beauty business this month across all regions.
Beiersdorf’s flagship brand undertook a survey of more than 30,000 participants from 13 countries that shows loneliness is a global phenomenon, with younger people more affected.
The French luxury hotel chain has created a special range for its hotel rooms, as its guests are demanding more sustainable products.
From its quirky colour and limited-edition banana sweets to a teaser in a Sabrina Carpenter video, Prada Beauty’s new launch stands out in a crowd of beauty products.
The Finnish beauty-tech company has teamed up with Hollywood’s favourite dermatologist to create a beauty-from-within “world-first.”
Ogilvy Singapore created the campaign for the Unilever heritage brand.
A new report from trend and consumer analysis experts Circana reveals that European consumers are showing “a striking shift toward self-soothing consumption.”
As technology becomes more important in the beauty industry, we explore some of the new innovations from cosmetics companies at the Paris-based show.
At VivaTech 2025, the French beauty multinational announced it will be working with startup Omi to use 3D generative AI brand imagery.
It’s VivaTech fever. As beauty becomes increasingly technology-led, some of its biggest businesses will showcase their innovations at the Paris-based tech show this week.
A new report from trend analytics firm Spate examines the impact of the beauty consumer on 2025 product development, and highlights this year’s emerging global beauty trends.
What’s trending on TikTok in terms of beauty right now? Here are five trends that cosmetics brands and beauty fans will want to know about...
A new report from media intelligence agency Carma reveals which beauty brands are gaining the most coverage on social and traditional media right now and why...
We spoke to home hair colour brand Clairol about its first mural wall takeover and biggest marketing campaign to date…
New consumer research from Kenvue reveals that young people in particular are buying expensive products but forgetting the hygiene basics.
The UK-based company has tapped a new section of the fragrance category.