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Skin care and technology special: part II

By Sarah Cohen

In the second part of our skin care and technology special, we address the tech that is changing beauty's biggest category at lightning speed...

How Gen Z has affected perfume packaging design

How Gen Z has affected perfume packaging design

By Kirsty Doolan

This year’s Luxe Pack show in Monaco revealed many innovations in terms of scent packaging formats based around Gen Z’s preferences. We spoke to Superga Beauty about its new launches...

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Luxury eco-packaging in the future

By Kirsty Doolan

Luxury is no longer about exclusivity and aesthetic. Beauty and personal care brand owners now must also consider their impact on the planet.

Cosmetics formulation trends

Cosmetics formulation trends

By Kirsty Doolan

This year’s Luxe Pack show in Monaco had a section dedicated to trending cosmetics formulations and textures, which was curated by the sought-after formulations expert Dr Luisa Oliva. We explored the formulations bar and spoke with Dr Oliva...

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Skin care & technology special: part I

By Sarah Cohen

In the first part of our focus on how technology is shaping the future of skin care, we explore the use of artificial intelligence and how this is impacting the category...

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The war on counterfeit cosmetics special: part 2

By Kirsty Doolan

What can beauty brands and shoppers do to protect themselves in a climate where even some well-known chain stores are being impacted by counterfeit or ‘diverted’ beauty products?

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The war on counterfeit cosmetics special: part I

By Kirsty Doolan

From causing cancer to funding terrorism and attracting drug dealers, the global problem with counterfeit beauty products stretches way beyond copyright breach and financial losses...

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The future of beauty-from-within: Webinar insights

By Olivia Haslam

In a recent editorial webinar hosted by CosmeticsDesign and NutraIngredients, experts from the fields of nutrition and skincare gathered to discuss the growing trend of beauty from within.

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10 beauty dupes to know about

By Kirsty Doolan

The ‘dupes’ trend isn’t likely to go away any time soon. Here are 10 'dupe' beauty products that have resonated with shoppers across the globe...

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Ulta Beauty revises FY outlook in response to comparable sales decline

By Cassandra Stern

Ulta Beauty's Q2 fiscal 2024 results show net sales of $2.55 billion, a slight increase from last year, but a 1.2% decline in comparable sales and a 12% drop in operating income highlight the challenges the company faces in a tough retail environment.

Proving skin care product efficacy in the future

Proving skin care product efficacy in the future

By Kirsty Doolan

As more beauty shoppers demand proof of product efficacy, we spoke to the CEO of beauty tech company Cydolia about its work with Lancôme and how it’s aiming to make skin care “more personalised, predictive, and scientifically driven than ever before.”

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Dyson expands its hair care offering

By Kirsty Doolan

The British small-appliance manufacturer has launched a new heated hair styling tool and wet styling product range that's designed to be used with its heated hair tools.

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