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.
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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.
EU microplastics regulation puts pressure on beauty brands ahead of key deadlines
The EU’s microplastics regulation is driving North American beauty ingredient manufacturers and suppliers to innovate sustainable alternatives that do not compromise performance, as global consumer demand and regulatory expectations converge.
Taurine and TauT: a new frontier in anti-ageing skincare?
BASF unveiled its bio-based innovations at IFSCC Congress 2025, including the use of taurine for skin care longevity.
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.
Q&A: The gut-skin-brain axis and the future of microbiome beauty
The gut-skin-brain axis is scientifically proven to influence skin health, mental well-being and overall beauty. Stress and inflammation are major factors impacting the skin-gut-brain axis, with new research highlighting how interconnected they are.
Scalp skinification driving Symrise’s innovation in APAC hair care
German cosmetics ingredients company Symrise has expanded its APAC footprint with localised patented actives and manufacturing sites.
Teeth whitening disruptor brand Icy Bear launches PAP tech into Boots
Celebrity dentist-founded brand Icy Bear recently launched into high street retailer Boots. We spoke to founder Dr Hanna Kinsella to find out more.
Is modern living damaging skin? Galderma’s new global study says yes
At the EAVD congress in Paris this week, Galderma is set to reveal the results of a new study that proves urban-living damages sensitive skin. We spoke to the expert who will present the findings to find out more.
Is the gut-skin-brain axis the future of beauty innovation?
As the beauty-from-within trend gains scientific momentum, our special broadcast will explore this topic with experts in this field.
Skin microbiome linked to visible ageing, says Unilever study
Can bacteria make you look younger? Scientists at Unilever have uncovered new evidence that our skin microbiome is associated with how old we look.
Could lavender replace synthetic preservatives in skin care?
A new cosmetics ingredients study has shown potential for lavender as a natural preservative in oil-in-water cosmetics formulations.
The bidirectional skin-gut microbiome: a game-changer for cosmetic formulators
Experts say that creating topical skin care products that respect and work with the body’s entire microbiome is “becoming a scientific necessity.” Here’s why...
SPF 50 sun care sales surge in the UK
According to data from consumer insights company Circana, UK beauty shoppers have started to buy sun care products all year round.
New study links skin microbiome with mental well-being
First-of-its-kind clinical research has demonstrated the link between mental health and the bacteria found on skin—a concept that is often labeled ‘psychodermatology’ by the beauty industry.
CTPA on navigating the future of cosmetics: Q&A with director-general
As the CTPA celebrates its 80th Anniversary this year, we spoke to Dr Emma Meredith to find out what will be important for the future of the industry.
CDU’s Top 6 innovations from the 2025 NYSCC Suppliers’ Day Inspiration Hive
Highlighting emerging trends in cosmetic and personal care product formulation, our picks include ingredients sourced through green chemistry processes, vegan hair care, and more.
L’Oréal to acquire majority stake in Medik8
The French multinational will add the British professional skin care brand to its luxury portfolio.
Adaptogen botanical blend shows skin anti-aging effects
A new study reveals that a blend of flowering plants, sea kelp, vitamins and minerals can help with skin anti-aging and inflammation reduction.
What’s trending in cosmetics: the 10 most-read stories so far in 2025
We explore which news topics have been most important to the beauty and personal care industry in the first half of the year...
What’s happening at the IFSCC 35th annual congress?
This September, the International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) is set to hold its annual congress in Cannes.
Male hair loss: succeeding in a billion-dollar market
As the male hair and scalp care sector continues to grow, what do brands in this space need to consider?
UK beauty industry focuses on sun care as skin cancer cases soar
As incidences of melanoma rapidly rise in the UK, the beauty industry is calling for those with expertise in UV safety to give evidence for a parliamentary inquiry.
New skin range claims to “reduce wrinkles in 10 minutes”
Professional skin care brand Germaine de Capuccini says its high-tech new formula is “proven to reduce wrinkles in 10 minutes.”
Grapefruit and rosemary supplement offers UV photoprotection: Study
New research highlights the synergistic power of grapefruit and rosemary extracts in shielding the skin from UV damage and accelerating recovery from sunburn.
Startup set to launch “highly disruptive” skin & sun protection molecule
Two former Oxford medical scientists have created an anti-ageing peptide that binds lipid peroxides as they form in skin to protect cells, DNA and proteins from their effects.
Beauty industry trends to watch for 2026 and beyond...
Based on what we saw at this year’s In-Cosmetics Global show, here’s what beauty and personal care brands, formulators and cosmetics lovers will need to know about future industry trends...
11 new colour cosmetics ingredients that can disrupt future formulations
From pastel-blue powder to neutralise sallowness to the most glittering pigment we have ever seen. Here’s a roundup of the most exciting makeup ingredient launches we saw at InCosmetics Global 2025...
Exploring the gut-skin axis for skin care innovation
Digestive microbiota is increasingly associated with a host of health issues—including skin diseases—and is even being linked to climate change. We delve into the latest research and innovation in this sector.
Trends and forecasts in the beauty-from-within sector
Driven by surging consumer demand, the global beauty-from-within (BFW) market is booming as brands innovate with multifunctional, clinically-backed supplements to meet growing interest from social media-savvy audiences.
6 trends driving makeup product development now
We explore what’s influencing the colour cosmetics category.
Beauty & the bacteria: new microbiome-based ingredients
Our roundup of microbiome-based beauty and personal care innovation seen at In-Cosmetics Global this year...
14 disruptive beauty & personal care innovations that have just landed
We saw plenty of novelties at this year’s In-Cosmetics Global show. Read on to discover some of the most exciting new launches in ingredients, textures & formats...
Innovation in sensitive skin ingredients
As more people complain of having sensitive and redness-prone skin, there have been plenty of breakthroughs in this sector to formulate for sensitive skin...
What’s new in neurocosmetics ingredients?
We explore the latest cosmetic ingredients innovations created around the skin-brain axis.
16 sustainable ingredient innovations seen at In-Cosmetics Global 2025
We’ve rounded some of the green ingredient highlights we spotted at this year’s show.
Study links infant lotion use to paraben exposure
“This study supports the hypothesis that universal exposure to parabens extends to infants... of the predictors evaluated, lotion use in the last seven days was the strongest predictor of exposure in one-to-three-month-olds,” the researchers wrote.
In focus: the Dutch beauty & personal care industry
With this year’s In-Cosmetics Global show taking place in Amsterdam, we explored the trends in the cosmetics industry in The Netherlands…
In-Cosmetics Global Awards 2025: who won?
The industry awards revealed some of the most cutting-edge innovations that are being unveiled at the show...
Tariffs and tight budgets: The new reality for beauty e-commerce
With new US tariffs and economic uncertainty reshaping consumer spending, we examined how social commerce is evolving in the current beauty industry landscape.
Innovating to target adult acne
As more women suffer with acne in adulthood, we spoke to Provital about its new biotech-produced active designed to target this growing issue.
Peptide-powered hair care
With the ‘skinification’ of the beauty industry showing no signs of slowing, peptides are gaining traction in hair care NPD.
French cosmetics industry responds to US import tariffs
FEBEA, which represents the world’s largest cosmetics exporter is calling for “a strengthening of its competitiveness” on the EU market.
The cosmetics ingredients & materials exempt from US import tariffs
Vitamins, mineral oils, mineral sunscreen filters and various fatty acids are among the list, which also includes many clean beauty and sustainable packaging ingredients.
Persán S.A. acquires Mibelle Group
The sale includes cosmetics ingredients company Mibelle Biochemistry.
“Record number of ingredient innovations this year” says In-Cosmetics Global for 2025
The world’s biggest cosmetics ingredients exhibition opens on 8 April and has just announced its awards nominees, showcasing cutting-edge innovation in ingredients.
New research on UK consumer attitudes to sun care
The results of this has revealed of host of findings that could be useful to sun care, skin care and colour cosmetics brands.
Award-winning product innovations from Cosmoprof Worldwide
The world’s biggest beauty trade show took place in Italy last weekend, where some of the beauty industry’s most exciting innovations were unveiled.
Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna launches tomorrow
The 56th edition of Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna is set to open its doors to the beauty industry on Thursday 20 March with a brand new layout.
Beauty business leaders unite to ask EU to guarantee global competitiveness
Today, 16 CEOs from across the European beauty and personal care industry gathered in Brussels to ask EU policymakers to ensure the sector stays competitive on a global scale.