Australia’s Down Under Enterprises is seeking success with its Eucalyptus kochii oil in the cosmetics space after it was established as an ingredient by The Personal Care Products Council.
Female consumers in Saudi Arabia are highly aware of organic cosmetics and the environmental implications of these products, but price remains a factor impeding use among many, a study finds.
There was a raft of patent filings this year from industry’s biggest beauty companies, including Unilever, L’Oréal, Beiersdorf and Colgate-Palmolive. Here, CosmeticsDesign-Europe rounds up our coverage of this year’s patent-worthy innovations.
Personal care major Unilever has developed a topical composition using natural monoterpenoids from thyme and pine that it says can balance and restore microbiota diversity of the skin, particularly in amenable skin that presents conditions like...
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated consumer demand for greener baby and toddler skin care, driving popularity of clean label, natural and organic, and vegan-certified products, says GlobalData.
Natural beauty specialist Weleda will kickstart a worldwide campaign to drive uptake of its top-selling calendula baby care range, targeting expectant mothers and new parents.
Almonds, wheat and soy are among a raft of food allergens widely used in skin care formulations marketed for children that should carry warning labels, particularly in products destined for infants who are yet to develop an oral tolerance or have an impaired...
Personal care major Colgate-Palmolive has developed toothpaste formulas incorporating metal silicates that it says provide efficient whitening whilst remaining gentle on the tooth enamel.
A 17th century cosmetic brand founded by a religious order is tapping into the growing importance of wellness and inner well-being to expand its presence in Singapore.
UK indie skin care brand MuLondon will continue its stand for environmental and societal change, expanding slowly to drive a bigger impact in the beauty category, its founder says.
Natural beauty specialist Weleda will celebrate its centenary next year and will use the occasion to spotlight its biodynamic farming and planetary diversity principles – concepts it hopes can inspire wider industry, its UK MD says.
The founder of direct-to-consumer (D2C) hair care startup Chāmpo says it’s an exciting time to innovate in a category that has traditionally lacked creativity, as consumers seek out high performance, modern and visually aesthetic brands.
Plant-based ingredients major Roquette has opened a high-tech cosmetics expertise centre in Paris that it says will stimulate co-creation and innovation targeting key global beauty trends.
New Zealand-based Organic Riot is eyeing huge opportunities in mature beauty markets such as the US, where it believes its emphasis on sustainability and traceability has helped it to stand out in a saturated natural and organic skin care market.
Plums and prunes discarded by the agri-food sector can be used to develop zero-waste emollient oils for skin care and hair care, tapping into widespread demand for sustainable, plant-based innovation, says UK supplier Kerfoot Group.
New Zealand’s natural skincare beauty company Antipodes has signed a new distribution agreement with French distributor Eoyls Beaute, to expand into the pharmacy channel in the country.
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has fuelled seismic change worldwide, but consumers are also increasingly online, dismissing plastic, demanding transparency and choosing vegan – all significant challenges for today’s beauty industry, says the managing director...
Cannabidiol (CBD) has gained huge interest recently across the beauty world, but there continues to be serious issues with mislabelling and dishonest brand positioning, says the founder of Moia Elixirs.
Interest in natural cosmetics continues to hold strong but industry must go beyond ‘natural’ claims to remain relevant in today’s global environmental crisis, considering more holistic criteria like end of life and biodegradability, says an expert consultant.
Scottish floral water brand Seilich has built its entire model on biodiversity balance and giving back to the environment – a way of doing business that all beauty companies should take on, according to its founder.
‘Natural’ will continue to be a popular product claim across beauty and personal care this year, but as consumer education deepens and concerns broaden, industry will have to be smarter about what attributes it spotlights, says a beauty expert.
German personal care major has developed a hair styling blend with saccharose and starch that enables the complete replacement of synthetic polymers without impacting product efficacy.
Czech Republic start-up Moia Elixirs has developed a cannabidiol-infused nanofiber face mask that activates on contact with water and boasts 97% absorption – technology it says will significantly advance possibilities in skin care.
The global squalene market will surge in the next five years, driven by increasing demands for high-quality natural cosmetics and interest and innovation in biosynthetic alternatives, a report says.
Novel herbal ingredients can be incorporated into a range of natural skin and hair applications for both cosmetic and therapeutic benefits and will rise in importance in coming years, say researchers.
Consumers will increasingly seek out the safety of cosmeceuticals and the comfort of natural products in the long-term due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) disruptions, says ingredients company BASF.
International bath and body brand Rituals has expanded its natural offering with a body care line – part of a wider push towards maximised use of naturals, its travel retail director says.
The Nakdonggang National Institute of Biological Resources (NNIBR) and Jeju National University have conducted a joint study confirming that Viola verecunda extract is as effective at protecting against hair loss as conventional treatments such as minoxidil.
Indie brand La Fervance has developed its first clean skin care product – a gold dust-infused facial mask targeting the luxury beauty market that it wants to take global.
Cannabis in beauty and personal care has mushroomed in recent years and created a growing need for raw material testing, but current solutions remain fraught with challenges, says Frost & Sullivan.
Vegan was the third most popular product claim made across online global cosmetics last year, carved out by niche independent beauty brands. And the claim will continue its rise as mass beauty takes it on, says Euromonitor International.
Perfume consumers are talking a lot about fruity notes, less about herbal and citrus scents and more about sustainable ingredients in online reviews and social media engagements – conversations AI data specialist Revuze says will soon convert to purchase...
UK-based cannabidiol (CBD) beauty startup Kloris has secured its first nationwide retail launch through Boots, propelling it into the mainstream wellness market as it moves forward with European expansion efforts, its co-founder says.
Vegetable accords and fresh spices are primed to be a big fragrance trend in the coming years, creating mouth-watering and airy sensations for the wearer, says Eurofragrance’s senior perfumer.
Personal care giant Colgate-Palmolive has developed an oral care teeth whitening composition using natural, plant-based abrasives derived from walnut tree bark and branches for improved polish and shine.
Jojoba oil has great potential in skin and hair care because of its significant stability and hydration properties, notably when blended with other oils – properties more relevant than ever with the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, says Israeli...
Thanks to a deal with Amerikas Beauty Distribution Services, over 50 products from the personal care brand—known for formulas featuring propolis, honey, beeswax, royal jelly, and bee-pollinated plant extracts—will soon be available here in the States.
The long-read: In-depth on L’Oréal’s ‘For the Future’ 2030 Sustainability Plan
L’Oréal has outlined a range of sustainability measures in its ‘for the future’ program, including 2030 targets for all plastic packaging to be recycled or bio-based, all sites and centres to be carbon neutral and 95% of ingredients to be bio-based, derived...
Textured hair care specialist Mielle Organics has expanded into the UK and will build out European presence through a partnership with major online retailer Lookfantastic from September.
Special Edition: Sustainable Sourcing and Waste Reducation
Biotech startup Kaffe Bueno says its coffee oil made from waste grounds can replace argan and rosehip in cosmetic formulas and believes the bean has plenty more active ingredients to offer.
In the second episode of our Clean & Ethical Beauty Video Series, we speak to two beauty trailblazers to find out what are the opportunities and challenges they have experienced in the beauty and personal care market. Scroll down to watch Episode...
CosmeticsDesign is launching a Clean & Ethical Beauty online video series this week, compiling the latest trends, data and expert opinions on how and why the business opportunities are evolving in this growing space.
Cosmetics major Lush will start reopening shuttered stores across England next week as coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions ease, though business will look very different much like elsewhere in Europe.
SPECIAL EDITION: SUSTAINABLE SOURCING AND WASTE REDUCTION
Wild plants are used extensively in beauty and personal care formulations, but the conservation status of many species remains unknown so certification programmes offer real value in securing sustainable supply, says the FairWild Foundation.
Swiss fragrance major Firmenich has completed its acquisition of French plant ingredient specialist Les Dérives Résiniques et Terpéniques (DRT) and opened a third perfumery workshop as it pushes forward with its focus on naturals, renewables and sustainability.
Special Edition: Sustainable sourcing and waste reduction
Sustainable surfactants continue to rise in popularity and there has been plenty of innovation in recent years, but low costs and strong performance associated with conventional surfactants means an eco market transition will prove difficult, a review...
Global flavour and fragrance major Givaudan has completed the acquisition of Italian botanical specialist Indena and announced plans to acquire French biotech firm Alderys – all part of a wider drive to strengthen active beauty capabilities.
US beauty major Coty has announced the European expansion of Kylie Skin a year after its launch – part of a wider plan to build out Kylie Jenner’s beauty businesses into a global powerhouse brand.
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