7 trends influencing colour cosmetics & skincare innovation
At the Luxe Pack Global show in Monaco this week, formulations expert Luisa Oliva revealed what is currently influencing the makeup R&D landscape and why.
Beauty tech & digital
L’Oréal Group reinventing its travel retail with experiential beauty zones
Is travel retail the new beauty playground? L’Oréal thinks so...
Is this the future face of travel-retail customer service?
TFWA in Cannes surprised its audience with a Q&A session featuring Ameca, a humanoid robot who shared insights about the travel-retail industry and speaks virtually every language known to humankind.
How beauty brands can stay relevant in 2025: Mintel insights
From the stratospheric rise of fragrance to what investors are looking for in brands, Mintel’s Head of Beauty Jane Henderson shares strategic insights to navigate the future of beauty.
Aveda & Keracol’s new molecular method redefines hair colour longevity
The new research, which monitors how hair dye fades at a molecular level, offers deeper insight into hair colour retention.
La Mer partners Salk Institute to advance research in cellular energy, inform future NPD
La Mer is supporting Salk Institute to advance research in cellular energy and age-related function, in the hope of redefining healthy ageing and fuelling breakthroughs in product innovation.
Kenvue at EADV: Can micro-peptides reverse collagen decline?
The multinational said the ‘pre-ageing’ skincare movement is gaining ground, as it targets collagen decline with its new patented micro-peptide technology.
Are we judging age wrong? New ΔAge benchmark could reshape skincare
A new AI-based study that was unveiled at the IFSCC 2025 congress reveals human beauty biases and pioneers the ‘ΔAge’ concept that could shape the future of personalised skincare.
Can Sephora’s new creator platform rival Amazon & LTK?
As Sephora bets big on influencer-driven beauty sales, we spoke to an affiliate marketing expert to explore what this means for the retailer, as well as the wider beauty creator economy.
8 key takeaways from IFSCC 2025
The 35th International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) Congress was hosted by the Société Française de Cosmétologie (SFC) in Cannes from 15–18 September. We explore some key takeaways from the congress.
Vichy unveils longevity-led skincare and haircare at EADV
Longevity science drives Vichy’s new anti-ageing innovations, as the brand is targeting mature skin and scalp with biotech breakthroughs
Sephora launches affiliate storefronts for beauty creators
The LVMH-owned retailer is tapping into the social shopping boom and will allow influencers to curate shoppable storefronts directly on sephora.com
Gemstone skincare for busy lives: inside new brand Gem & Tonic
TV actress Gemma Atkinson has launched a new gemstone-infused beauty brand to cater to active women. We spoke to the MD to find out more about why and how the products were created.
AI and biotech to take centre stage at sustainability summit
Here’s why green tech is high on the agenda for this year’s Sustainable Cosmetics Summit...
Holland & Barrett pilots ingestible beauty focus with 7% sales uplift
Against a backdrop of growing consumer interest in inside-out beauty products, UK wellness retailer Holland & Barrett has unveiled a new beauty category transformation.
Makeup rebounds as Puig outpaces global beauty market
For H1 2025, Puig has continued to outpace the global premium beauty market, thanks to strong fragrance sales, a recovering makeup segment, and geographic diversification.
Multifunctional mists: the future of fragrance and skincare
In recent years, brands like Sol de Janeiro have gained a cult following and made body mists fashionable. What’s coming next for fragrance mists?
Coffee & cosmetics: Fenty Beauty’s experiential UK tour
Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty combines the winning combination of coffee and cosmetics for its new roadshow-style popup, as experts highlight the demand for beauty roadshows.
7 inspiring summer beauty popups across Europe
From Sol de Janeiro to Valentino Beauty, check out the beauty popups that have made a splash this summer…
P.Louise hits £2m+ sales in record-breaking TikTok Shop Live
The UK’s number one TikTok Shop P.Louise smashed records with the pre-launch of its Christmas collection, which featured its highly sought-after new advent calendars.
What does Gen Z’s obsession with 90s nostalgia mean for beauty brands?
As glam-grunge makeup and pixie haircuts step back into fashion, younger beauty shoppers are looking back to the 1990s for inspiration. How will this affect future cosmetics product development?
Autumn & winter beauty trends: what TikTok is telling cosmetics product developers
TikTok beauty trends are set to shape a host of new autumn/winter 2025 launches. Here’s what you need to know and why ignoring TikTok could cost you your next beauty campaign...
Korean wave: Amorepacific’s profit rise, AESTURA enters Oceania, K-beauty in the West
This round-up highlights the latest news and developments from the South Korean beauty market, featuring Amorepacific’s financial results, AESTURA’s entry into Oceania, K-beauty’s moves in Western markets, and more.
Inside the rise of fandom-fuelled beauty brand partnerships
Beauty brand collaborations are booming – and licensing is at the heart of it. From Harry Potter bath bombs to Minecraft makeup, discover why fandom, nostalgia and strategic partnerships are driving innovation and growth in the cosmetics industry. And...
Across the CD-Verse: August 2025
This monthly snapshot of the latest CosmeticsDesign coverage from around the world includes regional retail launches, trend research and analysis, and regulatory insights.
Byredo & more join Covent Garden’s luxury scent revolution
Fragrance is the category that just keeps on winning and Covent Garden plans to welcome four new luxury scent brands as it continues to carve out a name as Europe’s ultimate beauty hub.
Trend alert: immersive beauty stores reshape cosmetics retail
Brick-and-mortar beauty has never been so exciting. What do cosmetics brands need to know about creating these in-real-life experiences for their customers?
Autumn–winter beauty trends: grunge glam & cosy scents set to take over
As more industry experts highlight the importance of social media as a trends lab, Pinterest has revealed what global users have been searching for in the beauty space.
Beauty market snapshot: Coty and ELC financial results highlight industry crosscurrents
‘Treatonomics’, strategic appeals to mass and prestige markets, and ongoing restructuring programs each exerted pressure on these beauty industry giants in fiscal year 2025.
Dr.G takes centre stage as L’Oréal streamlines K-Beauty portfolio
French multinational L’Oréal is reportedly focusing its efforts on Dr.G and discontinuing Heals and after acquiring Gowoonsesang Cosmetics earlier this year.
Creative adaptation: the key to survival for heritage cosmetics brands in 2025
As financial reports from Beiersdorf, ELC and Coty reveal that some of their most iconic beauty brands are struggling, we ask can heritage beauty brands outwit an economic downturn? One creative director says yes, if they make some key changes.
LG H&H’s Q2 profit drops due to market competition, domestic business restructuring
LG Household & Health Care (LG H&H)’s beauty division saw a decrease in sales and operating profit in the second quarter of 2025, which it says is caused by intensifying market competition and domestic business restructuring.
Global consumers redefine personal care as “preventive health,” says Kenvue
The multinational has worked with Kantar to quiz over 10,000 global shoppers to find out more about their needs and habits and how this is shaping the future of personal care.
Louis Vuitton takes heirloom packaging strategy for Pat McGrath’s La Beauté brand
As more beauty shoppers search for novelty while also demanding sustainability, Louis Vuitton’s new launch has cleverly jumped on the upcoming keepsake cosmetics trend…
Revolution Beauty founder launches Trouble Maker to shake up “Gen Zalpha” offering
The founder of Revolution Beauty and MUA Makeup Academy Adam Minto has launched fun-filled makeup brand Trouble Maker to younger consumers in the UK market.
Neurocosmetics: A ‘paradigm shift’ for dermatology and cosmetic science
A new clinical study has investigated the potential of neurocosmetics, concluding that it “signals a paradigm shift within dermatology and cosmetic science,” which also brings many complexities for future NPD.
Nivea debuts epigenetic serum for mass-market skin rejuvenation
Can epigenetics disrupt anti-ageing formulation at scale? Beiersdorf is testing the waters as it brings longevity science to affordable skin care...
New research finds counterfeit cosmetics on Amazon, TikTok, Vinted & eBay
New research from UK-based consumer rights champion Which? found 23 of the 34 products purchased through third-party sellers were “likely to be counterfeit”, as the beauty industry continues to suffer with a growing influx of fake products.
Farm to formulation: Dyson drops second hair care range powered by omega-rich blend
Dyson has launched its second-ever hair care range formulated with a proprietary blend of seven omega-rich oils, including an ingredient grown on its farms, marking a new milestone for the company.
Beiersdorf cuts forecast as Nivea slows, derma drives growth
The firm’s CEO hopes Nivea’s upcoming epigenetic skincare launch can revive slowing sales.
Galderma reports “record growth” as derma skin care and injectable use grows
Swiss pure-play skincare business Galderma has reported “record sales” as derma skin care products and aesthetic injectables continue to win over beauty consumers.
Digital sampling can boost beauty sales by 13%, says marketing platform founder
With the integration of augmented reality and consumer data, sampling is rapidly evolving into a comprehensive marketing asset, says Will Glynn-Jones, Founder and Managing Director of Send Me a Sample.
From Paddington to Smurfs: Retro childhood favourites drive beauty innovation
More beauty and personal care brands are partnering with licensed brands for new product launches, and one current trend is to collaborate with retro kids’ shows. We look at some of the launches in this space.
Amorepacific’s flagship brands drive strong sales, profit in local and global markets
Amorepacific has reported increases in sales and operating profit across domestic and international markets in the second quarter of 2025, attributing them to the strong performance of its flagship brands and core products.
Q&A: NanoSpun’s live-cell platform brings on-demand biotech to skin care
The Israel-based startup is applying biofabrication methods to consumer skin care, raising new considerations for stability, efficacy, and production.
“More wellbeing & personal care:” Unilever CEO on business focus after HY25 results
After several acquisitions in this space already this year, the British multinational has clearly stated it will put a future focus on personal care and wellbeing.
An aesthetic doctor’s view on Kim Kardashian’s new face wrap
It appears to be based on face wraps seen on Morning Shed TikTok routines. While it’s commercially savvy and a clever foray into beauty for a shapewear brand, does it actually do anything? And could it cause more harm than good?
Boots to open first fragrance-only store
The UK-based health and beauty retailer will open the new boutique in London this autumn.
How the US-EU tariff deal could affect Europe’s cosmetics industry
The French cosmetics industry estimates that the agreement “could lead to an annual loss of 300 million euros and threaten up to 5,000 jobs in France.”
The top 6 perfume trends shaping autumn/winter 2025
From storytelling and nostalgia to edible-inspired notes, we explore six trends expected to influence the fragrance category this autumn/winter.