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Currently, shared Clare Hennigan, Global Senior Beauty & Personal Care Analyst with Mintel, “the beauty industry is experiencing a paradigm shift, as consumers increasingly seek products that prioritize efficacy and functionality” over glossy packaging and catchy marketing gimmicks. © dima_sidelnikov Getty Images

Mintel Senior Analyst on 2024 Global PBC Trend Report key takeaways

This year’s report identified the mind-body connection, artificial intelligence, and minimalism as three of the most impactful trends driving the beauty space forward into 2024.

Combating biodiversity loss through ethical ingredient sourcing

The climate crisis continues to impact biodiversity loss. As a significant materials consumer and waste producer, the beauty industry has the potential to significantly impact preservation efforts by implementing sustainable processes in ingredient sourcing....

Q&A: Herbalist indie brand founder shares insight into marine ingredient product formulations

Laguna Herbals founder and product formulator discusses the nuances of utilizing ocean-inspired ingredients for the natural and sustainable product formulations behind the brand's Ocean Line.

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Univar Solutions looks to 'speed up time to market' with BeautyLAB launch

The program, which focuses on sun care formulation and product development challenges, offers cosmetics and personal care product manufacturers and suppliers access to 'video content, downloadable formulations, and ingredient highlights.'

Filterbaby updates product design with second-generation device launch 

The disruptor brand, which features the 'first dermatologically tested and approved water filtration device for skin care,' has now released Filterbaby 2.0 with an updated design for improved consumer benefits, including a 'higher impurity...

Q&A: Indie brand founder discusses debut collection's formulation process

CCULTURE's products feature unique botanical components like the Australian Kakadu plum to offer consumers products formulated with ingredients that are 'underutilized on the mainstream market.'