Skin Care

Emerging economics hold ‘strong opportunities’ for health and beauty: GlobalData

19-Apr-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Markets like India, China, Africa and the Middle East offer a wealth of opportunities for growth in health and beauty, says the commercial director of GlobalData.

Resilient beauty: The Body Shop’s aims to move away from the ‘idealisation of youth’ with Edelweiss

19-Apr-2023 By Amanda Lim

The Body Shop’s Edelweiss skin care range is moving away from anti-ageing language and instead focuses on the message of building skin resilience to help consumers in their quest to ‘age gracefully’.

Substantiated claims and expert-led insights key to the future of beauty: Mintel

18-Apr-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Beauty consumers today expect all claims to be scientifically substantiated and see great value in expert-led insights, strategies that will prove key as the value of products are increasingly called into question, says the head of beauty at Mintel.

‘Next hot ingredient’: Ashwagandha supplier eyes untapped potential in skin and hair care

18-Apr-2023 By Amanda Lim

A leading supplier of ashwagandha is eyeing untapped potential in the beauty and personal care market where it believes it can satiate demands for high-performing natural ingredients in both skin and hair care.

Going global: Clio Cosmetics debuts on Target.com as part of bigger expansion plans

17-Apr-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

K-beauty company Clio Cosmetics is priming itself for entry into the European, Middle Eastern and South American markets, following record-breaking sales on US e-commerce platforms.

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Silky textures, delightful scents and satisfying sounds: How beauty is brightening its post-pandemic offering

14-Apr-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Beauty needs have shifted drastically since COVID-19, with consumers turning to cosmetic and personal care products for joy, fun and creativity versus to simply conform to societal standards, says a multi-sensory marketing expert.

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Trying before buying remains important ‘thrill’ for beauty consumers, says CTPA

14-Apr-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Testing products ahead of purchase remains an important part of the overall joy a beauty product brings to a consumer, says the head of the UK’s Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association.

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Colours and textures: Tapping into the 2023 beauty theme of ‘peace’

13-Apr-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Colours and materials that offer serenity alongside energy and fun will align well with consumer inspirations and behaviours this year, says French forecasting firm NellyRodi.

Special Edition - Bright Beauty: Fun, Joy and Colour Across Cosmetics, Hair Care and Body Care

Facials induce brain relaxation and spark positive emotions: Study

13-Apr-2023 By Kacey Culliney

A one-hour skin care facial can induce celebral, cardiac, respiratory and muscular relaxation and drive positive emotions, thus improving overall wellbeing, say researchers.

Donkey milk shows ‘promise’ as anti-pigmentation skin care ingredient – China study

13-Apr-2023 By Amanda Lim

Donkey milk has cosmetic potential for its ability to inhibit melanin synthesis, as well as skin barrier damage caused by UVB exposure, says a new study.

The emergence of Industry 5.0: Beauty set to take a ‘sharp turn’

12-Apr-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Beauty will soon transition into industry 5.0 where mixed reality and interconnected drones and exoskeletons will favour the human element, enabling brands to integrate societal values and wellbeing in a smart and efficient way, says an executive from...

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Anti-aging skin benefits offered by botanical blend, new study finds

12-Apr-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A new clinical study demonstrates “statistically significant improvements” in skin with the supplementation of Eternalyoung (EY), a blend of four botanical ingredients from Monteloeder, S. L.

Ageing beautifully: Evolving expectations of ageing driving demand for ceramides in skin care – Evonik

12-Apr-2023 By Amanda Lim

Ceramides are undergoing a resurgence in skin care as consumers shift their perceptions of ageing, according to ingredient giant Evonik.

Beauty Kitchen unveils Coffee Colab: ‘We brought together all of these great minds in one room’

11-Apr-2023 By Kacey Culliney

UK indie brand Beauty Kitchen has unveiled a collective of specialist B-Corps established to prove the potential behind collaboration for more circular beauty concepts.

New probiotic strain can reduce staph colonisation by more than 95%, study finds

11-Apr-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A clinical trial has found that Kerry Group’s probiotic strain Sporevia (Bacillus subtilis MB40) can eliminate Staphylococcus aureus in the human body by more than 95%.

Lactobacillus crispatus probiotics may support vaginal health: RCT

06-Apr-2023

Formulations of Lactobacillus crispatus strains may be effective against bacterial vaginosis (BV) and vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), according to a new study published in Beneficial Microbes.

‘Tedious and costly’ halal-certification processes still a barrier for international beauty brands – analyst

06-Apr-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

South East Asian cosmetics brands continue to be influential in the halal beauty space, despite attempts by international firms to gain a bigger slice of the pie, says a leading analyst.

Baby barrier check: Kao applies RNA monitoring tech to non-invasive baby skin care testing kit

05-Apr-2023 By Amanda Lim

Kao Corporation is set to launch Babywell Check, a skin barrier test for infants based on its non-invasive ribonucleic acid (RNA) testing technology.

Halal is the new clean: Luxury halal Swiss brand targets clean beauty market in South East Asia

05-Apr-2023 By Si Ying Thian

NUME-Lab is seeing a market gap for skin care combining Swiss quality and halal certification, and has detailed expansion plans for Singapore, Malaysia, and Hong Kong.

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‘The epitome of avant-garde beauty’: L’Oréal to acquire Natura &Co’s Aesop brand for €2.3bn

04-Apr-2023 By Kacey Culliney

French beauty major L’Oréal has signed a deal to acquire Natura &Co-owned Australian luxury skin care brand Aesop in a deal set to propel global growth for the cult, clean aesthetic brand.

Beauty Forward 2024: CosmeticsDesign anticipates next-gen beauty trends with new digital summit

29-Mar-2023 By Amanda Lim

CosmeticsDesign will kick off 2024 with a brand-new event exploring how the latest innovations and market trends will shape the future of the beauty and personal care industry and its next generation of consumers.

Study reveals best practices to yield promising bioactive ingredients from cyanobacteria

28-Mar-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

For manufacturers and suppliers to the cosmetics industry, natural bioactive pigments like those recently examined in this study by Portuguese researchers hold potential for a variety of cosmetics and personal beauty care product formulations.

Cork extracts improve antioxidant function in cosmetic formulations

28-Mar-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

In an effort to study more sustainable ingredient options to stabilize and improve antioxidant cosmetic formulations, Portuguese researchers examined the 'usefulness of cork extracts in the cosmetic industry' for wider application by manufacturers...

Lemongrass essential oil may serve as skin protectant

28-Mar-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

In a recent study, researchers observed that lemongrass extract improved 'epidermal hydration' and skin 'barrier integrity' with consistent topical application, suggesting its beneficial properties as a cosmetic bioactive ingredient.

‘Foundation of listening’: Facetheory in-house formulation capabilities give it an edge in ‘super sophisticated’ Asia – CEO

28-Mar-2023 By Amanda Lim

UK brand Facetheory believes its in-house formulation capabilities will give it an edge to contend in Asia’s competitive skin care market.

Root flavonoid extract shows promise in reversing visible effects of UVA photoaging on skin

28-Mar-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

A recent study determined Liquiritigenin 'blocks loss of skin nutrients' and reduces 'stress in keratinocytes,' demonstrating great promise as a beneficial ingredient for anti-aging topical product formulation.

Low molecular weight gel enhances topically applied antioxidants

28-Mar-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

Researchers recently confirmed after extensive testing that using low molecular weight gel may be more beneficial for manufacturers formulating topical antioxidant or postbiotic products.

Marine-based beauty ingredients: ‘Only a small proportion of their full potential has been explored’

27-Mar-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Marine-based ingredients and bioactive compounds continue to gain ground in beauty, but the full potential of what these can offer formulations has yet to be exploited, finds a review.

‘Multi-roots’ beauty is the new 2023 standard: Beautystreams

22-Mar-2023 By Kacey Culliney

The number of poly-origin citizens continues to rise worldwide, and beauty has a duty to shift discourse and improve product development to cater to subsequent evolving needs, say experts.

Blue biotech in beauty: ‘We have a big task in terms of storytelling’

22-Mar-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Use of blue biotechnology in beauty continues to gain ground, but the concept remains complex for consumers and needs to be better defined before it reaches its true potential, say scientific and innovation specialists.

How to win over… Beauty consumers in China’s ultra-competitive e-commerce market

22-Mar-2023 By Amanda Lim

We reveal what it takes to achieve success in China’s cutthroat e-commerce space - from building a solid foundation to maintaining longevity - with exclusive insights from brands that have thrived in it, including Atelier Rebul, Evenswiss and G&M...

The future of ‘ageing’? Beauty needs to be more ‘holistic’ and ‘inclusive’ – Experts

21-Mar-2023 By Kacey Culliney

It is time for beauty to ditch the ‘anti-ageing’ discourse and instead opt for positive and holistic messaging and innovation that takes a preventative and celebratory approach to ageing, say executives from L’Oréal, Unilever and Beautystreams.

‘The era of intentional beauty’: Beautystreams highlights top trends of 2023

21-Mar-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Next-generation sun care, thinking local, the value of waste, menopause wellness and the importance of clinical proof-points are the top five beauty trends this year, being driven by an era of intentional consumption, says trend forecaster Beautystreams.

Singapore start-up targets personalised cosmetics opportunities with ‘organ-on-chip’ tech

20-Mar-2023 By Si Ying Thian

Singapore spin-off REVIVO BioSystems is targeting personalised cosmetics opportunities using its tech.

Dead Sea water has ‘great potential’ for cosmetics applications, but challenges remain – Review

17-Mar-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

Dead Sea water (DSW) has considerable potential in cosmetics application, but compatibility issues in formulations need to be resolved before it can be safely applied, say researchers.

Acne and ageing: J&J exploring skin health markers via Sequential Skin research tie-up

15-Mar-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Personal care major Johnson & Johnson is working with biotech specialist Sequential Skin to investigate whether there are any new markers for skin health, particularly those linked to acne and ageing.

New frontier: Olive Young testing the waters in Middle East with makeup brand Wakemake

15-Mar-2023 By Amanda Lim

K-beauty retailer Olive Young is making inroads into the Middle East region with its in-house colour cosmetics brand and plans to launch more of its own brands this year.

Deodorant and antiperspirant NPD still relying on actives from 50+ years ago: Review

14-Mar-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Research on alternative actives for deodorants and antiperspirants is building, but efficacy testing is limiting advances and most successes in the category remain based on ingredients introduced more than 50 years ago, say researchers.

Onion peel and passion fruit peel extracts can potentially 'replace synthetic ingredients' in daily SPF moisturizers

09-Mar-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Portuguese researchers determined these extracts, which are readily available agro-industrial by-products, have significant potential to become valuable bioactive ingredients for cosmetic and personal beauty care products with added SPF protection.

First-time study of D. sulcatum Orchid extract demonstrates anti-aging, anti-inflammatory properties

09-Mar-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Extensive testing shows strong evidence that the isolated extracts could be another commercially available bioactive to help fight signs of aging for cosmetics consumers.

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Cost-of-living beauty: Brands must earn a ‘deserved place’ in shopping baskets, says Mintel

09-Mar-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Long-lasting products, mood-boosting offerings and engaging experiences are more important than ever as consumers navigate the ongoing cost-of-living crisis globally, says the head of beauty and personal care research at Mintel.

‘Natural evolution’: Gallinée unveils at-home skin microbiome test kits with Sequential Skin

09-Mar-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Microbiome beauty brand Gallinée has launched at-home skin health test kits in partnership with biotech specialist Sequential Skin that analyse bacterial diversity of a consumer's skin, enabling personalised routine recommendations.

French authority cracks down on social media influencers with hefty fines and prison time

09-Mar-2023 By Olivia Haslam

The French consumer affairs and fraud control watchdog is clamping down on online influencers with fines of up to €300,000 and prison-sentences of up to two years, after discovering the majority do not comply with regulations.

Global skin ageing indicators developed for Asian and Caucasian women – Clarins study

09-Mar-2023 By Si Ying Thian

Researchers from Clarins have combined clinical and instrumental skin ageing parameters to develop indices for Caucasian and Asian women.

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Greenwashing, transparency and costs top of green beauty agenda in 2023: Expert

08-Mar-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Ongoing concerns around greenwashing, rising supply chain costs and a growing need for transparency are the top issues facing the green beauty industry this year, according to an expert consultant.

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Unilever science & tech VP: 'We are at the birthplace of where integrated AI and consumers meet'

08-Mar-2023 By Kacey Culliney

The beauty industry is at the start of a truly exciting era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes integrated into consumer lives, presenting huge scientific and product innovation opportunities ahead, says the global VP of science and tech and Unilever.

NIQ trends report: Consumers want brand ‘solutions they can feel good about’

08-Mar-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Brand transparency regarding environmental sustainability remains a top priority for cosmetics and personal beauty care consumers, and companies should be working to meet consumer demand, advises report.

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Curcuma for anti-ageing: ‘Inside-out’ supplement + topical most effective, finds study

07-Mar-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Curcuma supplements in combination with a curcuma-based topical show most promise in targeting ageing signs like wrinkles versus just using a cream, say researchers.

'Converting uncertainty into an order’ easier than ever via 1:1 texting model, says Wizard CEO

07-Mar-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Cosmetics and personal beauty care product companies can directly engage with consumers requiring more information before making a purchase – and 1:1 texting provides an opportunity to establish that relationship quickly.

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