African-Beauty will soar in the coming months and years, as the diverse and ancient rituals and ingredients across the region draw in consumer curiosity, says WGSN’s head of beauty.
Greater investments in biotechnology will help truly advance beauty innovation, satisfying consumer needs and addressing planetary woes, says the founder of Mibelle Biochemistry.
The beauty industry has been too focused on recycling and needs to shift focus on reuse and refill solutions, says two circular beauty brands, Bhuman and Emma Lewisham.
Most circular design projects tend to fail as companies tend to begin to implement circular elements too late and fail to keep the mainstream consumers’ basic needs and concerns in mind.
Fragrance continues to be a dynamic and innovative field, with transparency, nostalgia and tech-forward formulations set to gain importance in the coming years, say industry experts.
Problems in the nutrition and nutraceutical market supply chains have been exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic and more transparency is now needed, according to organisers of Vitafoods Europe.
With the beauty and cosmetics needs of the ‘sandwiched generation’ of Gen X consumer often misunderstood and unmet, we shine the spotlight on the trending categories, strategies for marketing success and the new product development white spaces to attract...
A round-up of CosmeticsDesign-Europe’s most-read news from April 2022 shows interest in a regulatory overview of natural and organic standards in cosmetics, the biggest beauty trends spotted at in-Cosmetics Global in Paris and L’Oréal’s patent on acne...
Fragrance innovation continues to push boundaries as expectations rise around sustainability and functionality, and there’s fresh focus on mood-boosting and digital engagement within the category, according to one expert.
Oral care is expanding out of the world of legacy toothpaste and mouthwash brand into a broader category. CosmeticsDesign spoke with Amaia Alcalde, managing director at ico Design, about what oral care marketing and design looks like today.
Interest in natural and organic cosmetics continues to rise amidst a wider green beauty boom, but with little regulation around these two terms, certification schemes have taken on fresh importance - for industry and consumers alike.
To fill gaps in demand for inclusive beauty ingredients, BASF has launched an accelerator to focus on indies hoping to make inclusive and diverse personal care products.
Shaving company Schick launched a rebrand in March focused around showing a wider variety of men, minimalist design and user-generated consumer stories on social media. CosmeticsDesign interviewed Matt Bell, senior vice president of North America at Edgewell...
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Consumers worldwide do not fully understand the importance of maintaining good oral health and how this links to systemic health and wellbeing – something Colgate-Palmolive wants to change via a major education programme, its VP and chief clinical officer...
A trio of Japanese cosmetics companies – Shiseido, Kao and Lion – have stepped up to aid relief efforts in Ukraine amid Russia’s ongoing attacks on the country.
The beauty and personal care industry must prepare for additional costs associated with the incoming UK Plastic Packaging tax but can also look forward to a wave of collaborative innovation, says the head of the UK’s Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association...
Confusion and misinformation regarding the marine safety of sunscreens can ultimately hinder cosmetic formulators’ ability to develop safe and effective UV protection.
To meet consumer demand for sustainability many brands are switching to more sustainable packaging, but Eurofins says rigorous safety testing is important before taking the leap.
The European Commission’s Scientific Committee for Consumer Safety (SCCS) has closed the comment period for its preliminary safety opinion on the two phytoestrogen isoflavone substances, genistein and daidzein.
Personal care major Unilever has widened the call for startups, scaleups and entrepreneurs to engage with its collaboration initiative, inviting those specialised in sustainable ingredients and packaging to join.
Kao Corporation has conducted a new study on the colour cosmetics application of its fine fibre technology, confirming that is able to smoothen the appearance of skin naturally when applied all over the skin under make-up.
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The future of beauty packaging will centre on blending sustainability with desirability and rely on innovative industry partnerships and advances in material science, lifecycle analysis and smart product design, says L’Oréal’s global director of sustainable...
Brands from the mass market to prestige products have been looking to be more inclusive of Black hair care consumers, but whether or not they’re doing that starts with R&D.
Research and brand stories around upcycled ingredients are on the rise, but making the ingredients scalable may be a challenge. CosmeticsDesign spoke with Giorgio Dell’Acqua, current chair of the New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists, about the current...
International trade of French beauty and personal care products was up 2.5% in 2021 versus 2019, largely due to rising trade of makeup, face care and perfumes and record growth rates in exports to China and the US, says the French Federation for Beauty...
“Body and mind” formulations which combine mood, focus-enhancing ingredients with extracts to support immunity and/or metabolism, will be a long-term trend for consumers over the next five years.
UK indie brand Faace is on a mission to address real consumer need states through simple, targeted products, and the company is eyeing continued expansion this year, its founder says.
Green beauty’s insatiable rise is now subject to additional scrutiny in the UK under the Green Claims Code, and industry ought to carefully consider the guidance, says the head of the UK’s Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA).
Darling Ingredients health brand, Rousselot, is expanding production of pork-derived porcine collagen peptides to tap into growing demand for collagen-based supplements.
A round-up of CosmeticsDesign-Europe’s most-read news from January 2022 shows interest in L’Oréal patents and NPD, social media trends, Rituals’ B Corp status and beauty science in review.
L’Oréal brand Urban Decay has made its first mark in China’s travel retail channel, following previous launches on Tmall and in Sephora outlets, after being buoyed by changes to the animal testing regime.
Last year saw a rash of personal care product recalls. CosmeticsDesign discussed the connection between the recalls and what to learn from them with Harpreet Sareen, Manager, Quality and Regulatory Consulting at Eurofins.
Sunday II Sunday is a Black-owned athleisure haircare brand which has capitalized on the needs of a consumer with a specific lifestyle to find a whitespace. Christina Williams, associate brand manager spoke with CosmeticsDesign about what their model...
A round-up of CosmeticsDesign-Europe’s most-read news from December 2021 shows interest in L’Oréal acquisition plans and global beauty trends across skin care and male grooming.
NutraIngredients are pleased to announce Beo Therapeutics, Genbioma and Lactobio as our Probiota Pioneers for 2022 in a line-up that continues to push the boundaries of microbiome science and its applications.
By Len Monheit, Executive Director, Collagen Stewardship Alliance
Collagen has become ubiquitous, perhaps even a poster child, for broad health and wellness as the audience for this exciting ingredient has continued to expand in recent years. This growth is expected to continue into 2022 and beyond, and as is the case...
Global beauty major Avon will continue to invest in scientific proof and clinical trial data and work hard to react to fast-evolving consumer trends as it edges forward with NPD in 2022, says an exec.
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has shaped and accelerated consumer priorities in beauty, and self-care, skin nourishment and playful colour have gained ground as key movements industry must consider, says Avon’s global trend forecaster.
From hybrid cosmetics to menopause beauty to upcycled ingredients, CosmeticsDesign’s global editors take you through the top 15 global trends to watch for 2022.
Skin care brands are increasingly interested in including all skin colors in their clinical testing, but testing methods don’t yet account for differences in aging symptoms.
With a new prize acknowledging Innovation in Women’s Health, the NutraIngredients Awards for 2022 is one of new categories, new industry focus and more importantly new additions to the judging panel.
NutraIngredients is on the hunt for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to join our Probiota community and present their company in Copenhagen. Do you have what it takes? If so, there are just a few days left to apply!
Male consumers worldwide are showing serious signs of increased interest in beauty and cosmetics, so brands must take note and invest in inclusivity efforts for this group, and beyond, says a trend expert.
A round-up of CosmeticsDesign-Europe’s most-read news from November 2021 shows interest in EC regulatory updates on CMR chemicals, Unilever’s duo of patents on metal-free antiperspirants and insights on sustainability and consumer trends.
Arkay was recently recognized for its philanthropic efforts around Alzheimer’s, and the company’s CEO attributes their success to authenticity, realistic giving goals and integration into the business.
The NutraIngredients Awards are back for 2022 with a host of new additions that include an award to recognise Innovation in Women’s Health - a category rapidly making gains within the industry.
Kao Corporation is preparing to send a waterless shampoo sheet to the International Space Station in 2022, a move that is being predicted will give waterless beauty the exposure it needs to shift long-held water habits.
UK high street cosmetics brand Lottie London is expanding fast, developing trend-forward beauty items inspired by social media buzz amongst its Gen Z target audience, its founder says.
On this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with Dan Terry, the founder and creative director of Oo La Lab to discuss the potential of niche Asian fragrance brands in the global market and talk about the importance of scent to heritage and culture.
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