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Lush has a sense of activism embedded into its culture, from its founders through to everyday employees, which has helped accelerate change [Getty Images]

Lush exec: ‘If you want to make change, hire activists’

Hiring activists is a sure-fire way to accelerate environmental and sustainable change in a beauty business, and it’s a strategy that has worked well in driving impact at Lush so far, says its earth care strategy lead.

L'Occitane says the extract is high in antioxidants and thus can reduce reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the skin and limit protein carbonylation [Getty Images]

Kimchi to cosmetics: Korean chili pepper promising for skin radiance, says L’Occitane

French beauty major L’Occitane says capsaicin-free Korean chili pepper extract shows promise for improving skin radiance, even under pollution stress.

Muslim consumers are showing strong interest in multi-purpose products that are dedicated to their specific needs, and moving away from a purely makeup-centred approach. ©Getty Images

From makeup-centred to multifunctional: How halal beauty consumer trends are shifting

‘Skintellectual’ Muslim consumers are showing strong interest in multi-purpose products that are dedicated to their specific needs, and moving away from a purely makeup-centred approach, according to market experts.

More consumers worldwide have companion animals in today's 'touch deprived' society, and so pet care will continue to rise in importance [Getty Images]

Horizon beauty trends: Pet care, lab-grown ingredients and skin care cycles

Grooming for pets, cell-based synthetics and cyclical skin care regimes offer plenty of future promise for beauty and personal care manufacturers, driven by heightened interest in overall wellbeing and the environment, says a futurologist.

The Balm's own manufacturing capabilities is aiding its international push. [The Balm]

‘100% control’: Asia expansion aided by own manufacturing capabilities – US brand The Balm

Colour cosmetics brand The Balm's own manufacturing capabilities is aiding its push in Asia Pacific, as the make-up market continues to recover.

Fall’s favorite gourd and skin care: Study shows pumpkins may have cosmetic value

During autumn in the US, pumpkins can be found on porches, in seasonal dishes and infused into lattes, but a research team believes they might also belong in cosmetics.

Vitamin hit: Increasing use of synthetics in cosmetics linked to rising rates of allergic contact dermatitis

The increasing use of vitamins in cosmetics and daily consumer products could be responsible for rising rates of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) in the general population, a team of experts has warned.

A beauty citizen could be considered 'an individual who is conscious of their role in society and is keen to protect the beauty of nature as to improve their own sense of beauty' [Getty Images]

B Corp Beauty Coalition: Industry must drive concept of ‘beauty citizens’

If the beauty industry wants to create real change it needs to shift how it defines its moving parts, and thinking of beauty consumers as beauty citizens could be the first step, says the chair of the B Corp Beauty Coalition supervisory board.

Fragrance in-depth analysis: How to win over new fragrance lovers

How to win over… more expressive and mindful consumers in the evolving fragrance category

The fragrance category has evolved to become an essential category for wellness as well as self-expression, according to exclusive insights from major players Coty and L’Oréal, along with a line-up of exciting niche labels.

People with disabilities see gaps in beauty, brand scarcely addressing them says Mintel

More than a quarter of Americans live with a disability, but the beauty and personal care industry's focus on creating products for these consumers is scant, according to Mintel.

Orveon Global on why ‘masstige beauty’ will be an important category this holiday season

CosmeticsDesign caught up with Brinn Garner, Chief Revenue Officer, and Salima Popatia, Chief Digital Officer at Orveon Global, to hear about what the beauty industry can expect this holiday season.

FSN E-Commerce Ventures s aiming to launch Gulf-based omnichannel beauty business in the next 12 months [Nykaa]

‘Execution mode’: Firm behind Nykaa targets ‘underpenetrated’ GCC beauty market

Gulf markets offer a huge opportunity for online beauty sales due to rising demand from young consumers, claims the firm behind Nykaa, an e-commerce outfit that has enjoyed significant success in India.

Probiotic shows potential for boosting skin health quality: BLIS study

A topical probiotic formulation may boost radiance and hydration of skin, while also improving skin clarity and softness, says a new study from New Zealand.