Skin Care

Israeli startup creates cell-free hyaluronic acid

02-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Synthetic biology company Enzymit has found an enzymatic process that "leverages computation protein design algorithms" to create cell-free hyaluronic acid.

Prada beauty launch: Is there space for another designer beauty brand?

02-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Luxury Italian fashion brand has just launched makeup and skin care ranges via a licensing agreement with L'Oréal, but will consumers want to pay the eyewatering price tag to have a piece of Prada?

Luxe refresh: CJ Olive Young strengthens premium position with new retail brand

02-Aug-2023 By Amanda Lim

CJ Olive Young is rolling out its new retail brand, Luxe Edit to strengthen its position in the growing premium beauty market.

Sunny potential: Supergoop! aims to strengthen position in Australia and Middle East

02-Aug-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

American sun care brand Supergoop! is targeting a stronger foothold in Australia and the Middle East, following recent successes in South East Asia (SEA) and Europe.

August Launch Pad: Casual and chic

01-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

From a launch inspired by the smash hit Barbie movie to hair, lip, and lash care and more, this month’s Launch Pad is packed with product launches to celebrate the sizzling summer months.

MoCRA regulations: What Asia’s beauty firms need to know about US’s landmark law

01-Aug-2023 By Amanda Lim

The introduction of the new Modernisation of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA) could complicate entry into the US beauty market for Asian cosmetic companies, says a regulatory expert.

Sustainable palm oil: BASF exec discusses RSPO membership, improved supply chain traceability and more

31-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Palm and palm kernel oils have a long history in cosmetic formulations, but as clean ingredient sourcing continues to become more important to consumers, manufacturers are looking to global ingredient producers like BASF to lead the charge in establishing...

Our most-read stories in Europe in July

31-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

A round up of the most popular news stories on CosmeticsDesign-Europe this month.

Derma Beauty & Consumer Products divisions boost L’Oréal Group sales

28-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

For the first six months of 2023, the French beauty multinational posted a net profit of €3.36bn, up by 4% year on year with growth from both volume and value sales.

European Commission shares its action plan to phase out animal testing

28-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

In response to the European Citizens' Initiative (ECI) ‘Save Cruelty-free Cosmetics’, the Commission has outlined a roadmap to help further reduce animal testing, but activists say it’s not good enough.

LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics growth driven by Sephora and Christian Dior

28-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Despite a slowdown in growth for LVMH Group, the Perfumes & Cosmetics division was still up 13% thanks to a "highly selective and high-quality distribution policy"

‘Very sparse education’ about skin care in Japan’s medical community – Review

28-Jul-2023 By Si Ying Thian

Healthcare practitioners in Japan have limited knowledge about acne management and more needs to be done to demonstrate the impact of skin care to utilise it as a means of treatment and prevention.

Sol de Janeiro & ELEMIS drive L’Occitane growth amid buy-out rumours

27-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

The two thriving skincare brands boosted the company’s sales figures for the three months up to 30 June this year.

Monteloeder launches new prototype for anti-ageing, vegan beauty supplement to address "pill fatigue"

27-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

As nutraceuticals gain popularity with beauty consumers, Monteloeder has revamped its anti-ageing beauty supplement.

Made in Asia: Beauty innovation and developments from Asian cosmetic companies

27-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

We round up the latest beauty innovations and developments from made-in-Asia beauty brands.

National Rosacea Society launches new Seal of Acceptance Program

26-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Cosmetics and skin care product manufacturers can now apply to use the NRS Seal on their marketing materials and product packaging “to differentiate their products in the marketplace and connect with the approximately 5% of the American population who...

Sustainable solid formats: Stephenson on the challenges of creating disruptive products

26-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

To celebrate ‘Plastic-free July’, we spoke to Stephenson – a pioneering manufacturer of solid formats – about its latest innovations and how sustainability continues to drive sales.

How to win over… consumers in the cutting-edge derma beauty category

26-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

Here we reveal exclusive insights from top skin care companies L’Oréal and Kenvue on the drivers and trends of the rapidly advancing derma skin care category in Asia Pacific.

Beauty & Personal Care fuels growth for Unilever

25-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

A strong performance from the Beauty & Wellbeing and Personal Care divisions helped to offset declining volume sales in other divisions.

45% of French consumers plan to spend less on beauty products – says NielsenIQ research

25-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Almost half of those quizzed said they planned to cut back on beauty spend for the rest of 2023.

Skin science: Top five stories on cosmetics science and formulation

25-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

We dive into our most-read stories on formulation and science, featuring microbiome skin care innovations, studies on durian extract and more.

Looking back: NIQ 2022 Q4 beauty & personal care trend takeaways

24-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Overall trends in purchasing behavior both on and offline as well as purchasing dynamics indicate healthy growth in the Beauty and Personal Care product categories overall despite the pressure of rising inflation in average product prices.

5 upcoming innovations we’re excited about…

24-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

We’ve got the insider news from beauty companies about what’s launching next. Here’s a round-up of the NPD we can’t wait to see hit the market.

Road to recovery: Sa Sa Q1 buoyed by return of tourists to HK, Macau

24-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

Sa Sa records 53.3% turnover increase in Hong Kong and Macau as more tourists return to its home market in the first quarter (Q1).

Beiersdorf & DKFZ join forces to “intervene in the skin’s epigenetics” to help prevent skin cancer

21-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

The multinational is collaborating with the German Cancer Research Centre (DKFZ) in a €4.8m research facility to find a way to prevent the skin disease.

Brand story: Updates from L’Oreal, Kao, Amorepacific and more top beauty brands

21-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

We round up our most-read stories on the top beauty brands, featuring news updates from L’Oreal, Kao, Amorepacific and more.

Document quality control software company announces new algorithm launch

20-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Last week’s release of GlobalVision’s Text Inspection 2 update can expedite cosmetics and PBC brand’s speed to market while supporting companies in these industries with impending MoCRA regulatory labelling and documentation compliance.

2023 Cosmoprof and Cosmopack Awards Recap

20-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

From innovations in formulation and packaging design to hair care, skin care, and cosmetic products, this year’s 2023 Cosmoprof and Cosmopack Awards finalists and winners include a multitude of noteworthy products in the cosmetic and personal care finished...

Hyaluronic acid alternative? Snow fungus extract may improve skin care impact - study

20-Jul-2023 By Gary Scattergood

A cosmetic formulation containing snow fungus extract may improve the product’s skin care impact, according to a study conducted by Polish researchers.

Mellow Cosmetics ramps up international expansion into Middle East, Asia as makeup rebounds

20-Jul-2023 By Si Ying Thian

Australian makeup brand Mellow Cosmetics plans to break into the Middle East and Asia to capitalise on recovery in the makeup category.

Pyruvic acid peel a promising procedure to treat acne vulgaris - new research

19-Jul-2023 By Gary Scattergood

Pyruvic acid peeling could improve the skin and mental health of patients with acne vulgaris, according to a study conducted by Polish researchers.

Catching up: L’Occitane CEO outlines China plans for L’Occitane en Provence, Elemis

19-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

French beauty company L’Occitane has outlined marketing plans for brands L’Occitane en Provence and Elemis, particularly in the rebounding Chinese market.

Three takeaways from Cosmoprof North America 2023 in Las Vegas

18-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Trends in skin care technology, sustainable packaging materials, and ocean-inspired ingredient formulations dominated this year’s convention floor.

The new argan oil? Coffee upcycling ingredients company Kaffe Bueno on making bio-based an economic reality

18-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Danish bioscience company Kaffe Bueno, which upcycles coffee byproducts into functional ingredients, has revealed its latest wave of innovations as it seeks to help brands become more natural and sustainable, while not compromising on results.

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New advancements: Pond’s brand rejuvenation underscored by research and innovation

18-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

Unilever-owned Pond’s Skin Institute has debuted two skin care product ranges tackling skin ageing and brightening based on the autophagy process at the 25th World Dermatology Congress (WCD 2023) in Singapore.

Make some 'shroom: Why wild mushrooms may have potential cosmeceutical applications

13-Jul-2023 By Gary Scattergood

A Portuguese study has singled out two wild mushroom species as a new potential source of natural compounds with applications in the cosmetic industry.

Expanding footprint: Kao aims to raise market share of key global brands via product renewal and flagship stores

12-Jul-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

Japanese cosmetics giant Kao Corporation has dedicated resources to strengthen the presence of selected brands worldwide, with premium brand SENSAI leading the way through an upcoming flagship store in Shanghai.

'Our customers are mothers, but they’re also still women': Skin care brand Talm founder shares growth plans after funding boost

12-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

French prestige maternity skin care brand Talm has just closed its first round of funding and founder Kenza Keller has revealed her expansion hopes, as well as shedding light about the challenges of formulating for this consumer group.

L’Oréal derma chief: Consumer demand for aesthetic procedures drive cosmeceutical growth in APAC

11-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

Surging interest in medical aesthetic procedures among consumers in Asia Pacific is one of the key emerging growth drivers for L’Oréal’s dermatological beauty division.

Liposomes protect bioactive function of guarana in cosmetic applications, discover researchers

10-Jul-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

The Brazilian plant is used in cosmetic products for its antioxidant and antimicrobial functions, and the latest discovery helps to reduce ingredient oxidation over time for future formulation efforts by manufacturers.

First-time study reveals sinami seed powder can be successfully formulated into sustainable exfoliant

10-Jul-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

Agro-waste from native South American sinami fruit 'holds great promise as a commercial exfoliant' that demonstrates antioxidant activity, researchers shared.

Results show Achyrocline saureioides extract 'could be used as a safe hypoallergenic natural preservative' in cosmetics

10-Jul-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

Researchers demonstrated the extract had an antimicrobial effect against four common bacteria strains, and can be a viable alternative to synthetic preservatives commonly used in cosmetic applications.

Literature review maintains beeswax can also 'effectively protect skin barrier,' 'manage psoriasis,' and 'treat dermatitis in burns'

10-Jul-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

Beeswax is 'a mainstay in cosmetics' as well as a functional ingredient with 'healing properties', says a new review that included five studies of beeswax for skin application.

Doubling-up: Laser therapy and cosmetic gel combo may be safe, effective for comedogenic skin

10-Jul-2023 By Gary Scattergood

Laser therapy combined with cosmetic gel application could be a safe, effective alternative to traditional treatment procedures for people with comedogenic skin, say Czech researchers.

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Dermatology community calls on governments to help crackdown on skin misinformation – WCD 2023

10-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

The dermatology community can do better to educate public but needs help from government bodies to tackle misinformation, says the president of the 25th World Congress of Dermatology (WCD 2023).

Better regulatory processes needed for safe, sustainable cosmetic use of nanomaterials in sunscreen, makeup: Expert review

06-Jul-2023 By Gary Scattergood

The application of nanomaterials (NMs) in products such as sun screen has notable benefits but requires improved, more standardised regulatory processes to ensure it is safe and sustainable, say experts in Europe.

Non-invasive approach: Researchers believe skin microbiome strategy yields beneficial insights

06-Jul-2023 By Gary Scattergood

Researchers believe that a non-invasive method to investigate bacteria on the skin and its relationship with the skin's properties can yield beneficial insights, according to a study published in the journal Biomedicines.

Clinical sun care brand launches ultra-low global warming potential sun screen

05-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

As global regulations on propellants in personal care products and other consumer goods continue to be implemented in an effort to encourage the production of more sustainable alternatives, the Honeywell corporation has released Solstice Propellant for...

Univar Solutions' Director on benefits, challenges to sun care product formulation with natural, biodegradable ingredients

05-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

As more consumers seek natural product options for sun care and protection, Univar Solutions has committed to developing and innovating ingredients that are effective solutions for consumer demand.

Free Webinar: Beauty from Within 2023

05-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Beauty-from-within supplements are a growing category in the beauty and personal care industries – but what information do formulators really need to know to make the best decisions for consumers? In this webinar, our panelists dive deep into the research...