Skin Care

Surviving COVID-19: Indie beauty brand co-founder discusses pandemic’s impact on business operations

22-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern & Simon Pittman

As a skin care brand focused on developing products for travel enthusiasts, Cotarde experienced exceptional hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this Q&A, we learned how the brand adapted to the changing industry landscape to survive.

Clinical trial on Ritual’s HyaCera skin support supplement shows ‘356% reduction in crow’s feet wrinkles’

22-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The health and wellness brand’s clinical trial demonstrated the efficacy of its ingestible beauty supplement on signs of aging, including fine lines, wrinkles, and overall skin texture.

Men’s fragrance brand Axe added to PETA’s Beauty Without Bunnies program

21-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The brand joins over 20 other Unilever brands to carry PETA’s animal test-free certification, certifying that Axe ‘does not conduct or commission any animal tests on ingredients or finished products,’ and pledges ‘not to do so in the future.’

Shiseido Americas CEO discusses Dr. Dennis Gross acquisition

21-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The recently completed transaction is a ‘strong cultural fit’ for both companies and will help Shiseido strengthen its portfolio to ‘further accelerate growth and increase profitability in the Americas region.’

Palm oil company execs discuss supply chain sustainability for cosmetic & PBC products

20-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

Singaporean company Golden Agri-Resources has recently expanded its operations to include the United States and is working to improve sustainable palm oil production across the supply chain with efforts including meeting Non-GMO standards, obtaining Roundtable...

NAD makes determinations regarding Dr. Squatch claims challenged by Unilever

20-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The National Advertising Division of the BBB National Programs issued several key determinations regarding advertising claims made by men’s natural personal care brand Dr. Squatch, including supporting the brand’s ‘No Harmful Ingredients’ claims, while...

Q&A Part II: BEAUTYSTREAMS Exec examines accessible beauty challenges & solutions, forecasts future trends

20-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

In part two of this two-part series, we spoke to Eleonora Mazzilli, Trend Localization & Business Development Director, North America at BEAUTYSTREAMS for her thoughts on current accessibility issues facing the beauty industry and potential ways to...

Q&A Part I: BEAUTYSTREAMS Exec discusses key trends in accessible beauty

15-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

In part one of this two-part series, CosmeticsDesign interviewed Eleonora Mazzilli, Trend Localization & Business Development Director, North America at BEAUTYSTREAMS for her insights into the platform’s recently released whitepaper on accessible...

Personal care brand Touchland sees 203% YoY sales increase in 2023

15-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The viral-sensation hand sanitizer brand attributes its success to a combination of social media engagement, innovative product design, and lifestyle branding.

Influencer marketing trend analyst shares 2024 beauty trend forecasts

14-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

CreatorIQ Director of Content Marketing Alexander Rawitz recently presented his analysis of social media influencer trends and their impact on beauty brand popularity at CEW’s State of the Beauty Industry digital event. Using his analysis, he shares his...

Test results show sustainable retinoid-alternative ingredient ‘provides benefits without skin irritation’

14-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

In vitro and in vivo testing conducted by specialty chemical manufacturer Lubrizol Life Sciences demonstrated Stevisse ‘helped promote similar activities to retinoic acid’ like reducing the appearance of wrinkles and dark spots while ‘minimizing skin...

SK-II China slump: Consumer research leaves P&G hopeful that luxury brand will recover by H2

14-Feb-2024 By Amanda Lim

Consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble’s (P&G) latest consumer research suggests Japanese beauty brand SK-II woes in China are temporary, leading the firm to believe it will recover in the second half.

First-of-its-kind Healthy Skin Dermatology Center launched by Clinique and Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

13-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The Mount Sinai-Clinique Healthy Skin Dermatology Center ‘aims to uncover scientific findings’ to ‘help alleviate allergic skin conditions,’ and its ‘priority is to bridge basic science with practical application in the clinic to improve people’s lives...

Viral skin care brand Dieux launches into Sephora

13-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

Launching into the retailer’s online store today and on brick-and-mortar shelves early next month, Dieux is expanding its brand presence in response to rising consumer demand.

Edge Foods rebrands as Edge Biotech with a renewed focus on developing bioactive ingredients for cosmetic product formulations

08-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

With a mission to utilize ‘ethical biotechnology’ in pursuit of transforming cosmetics and personal care product ingredient development processes, newly-rebranded Edge Biotech aims to enter ‘the market as a B2B supplier of cell-conditioned media, leveraging...

Novel Canadian beauty retail concept Rennaï partners with Hermès, other luxury beauty brands

08-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The ‘one-stop-shop’ for self-care experiences and beauty retail will feature first of their kind experiences from both brands and will also include local brands in its lineup.

e.l.f. Beauty launches “your best e.l.f.” for Apple Vision Pro

07-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The visionOS app is ‘one of the first digital shopping experiences’ for the new Apple device, featuring interactive content and including Apple Pay integration for a seamless consumer shopping experience.

Beauty manufacturing CEO discusses company’s ‘holistic approach to sustainability’

07-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

In an interview with CosmeticsDesign, cosmetics industry manufacturer Genie Supply, Inc. CEO Megan Cox explains the importance of implementing sustainable practices and offering brands increased transparency in eco-friendly ingredient packaging options...

Celebrity beauty brands exceed $1bn in sales in 2023, says NIQ report

06-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

With a focus on authenticity and strong social media presence to drive growth, celeb beauty brands are setting the stage for success in the beauty industry in 2024.

New PCPC President reflects on 2023, discusses 2024 industry trends

01-Feb-2024 By Cassandra Stern

As the personal care products industry continues to rapidly evolve in response to regulatory changes and shifting consumer demands, PCPC President Thomas J. Myers offers his insights and experience into what industry companies need to know in 2024.

Barefaced AI Skin Coach offers innovative digital approach to consumer skin experience

31-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The platform offers an individualized approach to ongoing consumer skin care shopping experiences – and provides beauty brands with invaluable data insights that can support the ingredient and product formulation R&D process.

Stem cell skin care firm eyes Asia expansion amid rising interest in health, regenerative medicine

31-Jan-2024 By Amanda Lim

A US-based skin care firm using ‘ethically derived’ human stem cells is targeting expansion in Asia after its Middle East move ‘exceeded expectations’.

January Launch Pad: Put your best face forward

30-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The new year is the perfect time to start a new routine, and this month’s Launch Pad is focused on topical products with effective active ingredients to help consumers put their best face forward.

3 breakthroughs that could treat skin redness

29-Jan-2024 By Kirsty Doolan

Skin erythema – AKA skin redness or skin flushing – is a common complaint from people who suffer from rosacea and acne among other skin conditions, but can also be caused by sun exposure and allergies. We’ve rounded up three recent innovations in this...

The doctor is in: Shiseido acquisition of Dr. Dennis Gross enables it tap into ‘medicalisation’ of beauty

29-Jan-2024 By Amanda Lim

Shiseido’s decision to add cosmeceutical brand Dr. Dennis Gross to its portfolio could have been influenced by the increasing ‘medicalisation’ of beauty, says one analyst.

Meet the Beauty Forward 2024 Europe speakers…

26-Jan-2024 By Kirsty Doolan

On Tuesday 30th January at 2.30pm (GMT)/3.30pm (CET), we will air a two-hour broadcast dedicated to uncovering the mindset and values of the ‘next generation consumer’. As we unveil beauty industry trends for 2024 and beyond, we’ll put a special focus...

NYSCC Chair’s 2024 trend picks: Beauty tech, biotech, minimalism, & more

25-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

To learn more about the important issues and areas of focus for the NYSCC in 2024, we spoke to Dr. Amber O. Evans, the chair of this year’s board, for her thoughts.

The Body Shop: ‘first global beauty brand’ with 100% Vegan Society certified products

24-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The company’s certification by The Vegan Society encompasses over 4,000 ingredients across 1,000 products, bringing The Body Shop’s portfolio from 60% vegan formulations to 100%.

Hydration heroes? Laneige brings ‘skinclusivity’ to best-selling Water Bank range

24-Jan-2024 By Amanda Lim

K-beauty brand Laneige has launched three new versions of its best-selling Water Bank cream, with the firm hoping it will make the range more inclusive.

Univar Solutions exec’s predictions for ‘biggest ingredient trends of 2024’

23-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

Product performance, the end of ‘the era of the soft claim,’ mood boosters, and ‘transparency in sustainability', are just some of the most impactful ingredient formulation trends for the year ahead, says Univar Solutions' Tom Flatley.

Royally anticipated debut: LG H&H anticipates Whoo US debut in 2024 to strengthen global presence

23-Jan-2024 By Amanda Lim

South Korea’s LG Household & Health Care is planning to debut its luxury beauty brand The Whoo in the US this year as part of its “growth transformation” plans, says its CEO.

What does the next-generation beauty consumer want?

18-Jan-2024 By Kirsty Doolan

Find out by signing up for our Beauty Forward 2024 global summit. Get exclusive insights from leading beauty scientists and execs from the comfort of your desk or armchair.

APTO Skincare ‘expands mass market footprint’ with CVS BIRL program

18-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The brand is bringing its clean, natural, vegan products to CVS shelves across the US through a ‘new distribution channel’ which ‘creates another convenient avenue for customers.’

AHPA exec outlines ‘need to know info’ for MoCRA compliance in 2024

18-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

AHPA Director of Regulatory Affairs Robert Marriott discusses serious adverse event reporting (SAER) requirements, FDA’s upcoming proposed rule on labeling of fragrance allergens, and more to note in the months ahead.

Beauty Forward 2024: L’Oréal, Coty, Kenvue, Unilever to reveal exclusive insights at inaugural beauty summit – Register now!

17-Jan-2024 By Amanda Lim

Top executives from industry leaders L’Oréal, Coty, Kenvue, Unilever, and more are set to share exclusive insights into the future of the beauty industry at CosmeticDesign’s brand-new digital summit taking place end-January. Register now to secure your...

New research links skin microbiome to wrinkles

16-Jan-2024 By Kirsty Doolan

A recent study reveals key insights into understanding the role of the skin microbiota in signs of skin ageing.

Trend Watch: BeautyStreams exec on psycare opportunity in US beauty market

16-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

A growing number of US brands are embracing the psycare trend, much to the delight of burned-out beauty product consumers searching for a whole mind and body wellness experience from their beauty routines and products.

Chinese research linking atopic dermatitis to mental health underscores need for holistic care

16-Jan-2024 By Amanda Lim

A Chinese study analysing global data shed light on the prevalence rates of mental health disorders among individuals with atopic dermatitis (AD), emphasising the need for holistic approaches to patient care.

HUM Nutrition expands into Target’s Natural Beauty aisles

15-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

Clean supplement brand HUM Nutrition will now offer some of its ‘best-selling’ products, including Flatter Me, Daily Cleanse, Private Party, and newly launched Hormone Balance supplements in the retailer’s beauty section.

Industry expert reacts to Puig acquisition of Dr. Barbara Sturm

15-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The luxury skin care brand’s sale provides insight into current trends in the industry space, including a shifting consumer mindset and changes in packaging and labeling, says industry expert Chris Bustamante.

NERRĀ launches ‘world’s first-ever’ MyMicrobiome certified glove

15-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The new product from indie prestige body care brand NERRĀ is both sustainable and innovative, offering consumers the opportunity to gently exfoliate the skin without disrupting the microbiome’s natural balance, says the company.

Colgate-Palmolive innovations in anti-aging: microgravity experiments, 360° sunscreen spray bottles, and more

11-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

PCA Skin Pro-Max Age Renewal, Filorga Time Filler 5-XP cream, and EltaMD UV AOX Mist are just some of the innovative product launches by Colgate-Palmolive over the past twelve months.

BASF invests in US-based tech start-up 3Helix collagen-hybridizing peptide

11-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The investment agreement allows for more intensive research and development, the rights to exclusively commercialize the tech innovation for the personal care market, and a place for BASF on 3Helix, Inc.'s Board of Directors.

Q&A: Skin care brand Fig.1 launches ‘first water-dissolvable wipe on the US market’

09-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

Fig.1 partnered with Australian-based Conserving Beauty (CB) to develop the 100% zero waste product which are ‘designed to instantly dissolve in water after use,’ utilizing CB’s patented Instamelt fabric technology.

PCPC President discusses key takeaways from Congressional Skin Cancer Caucus expert panel

09-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The expert panel convened last month to examine critical gaps in U.S. U.V. protection standards and the need for innovation in U.V. filter access and accessibility by personal care product companies.

Indie skin care brand JUNOCO launches innovative refillable interchangeable pod system design

04-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The system, which can ‘house a multitude of products’ in one refillable container, supports the company’s mission for improving sustainability and reducing packaging waste.

Shiseido launches LIFT Venture Fund for ‘innovative early-stage company’ investments

04-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

The newly founded limited liability company will focus on companies in the beauty wellness space focused on ‘novel technologies, innovative platforms, high-growth brands, and new business models.’

Spate 2023 Year in Review report: co-founder's key takeaways

03-Jan-2024 By Cassandra Stern

"Surprising" results in the makeup category, travel trends in hair care, and growth in preventative skin care were just a few of the key takeaways from Spate's review of 2023.

From the experts: 2024 Beauty Trend Forecasts

21-Dec-2023 By Cassandra Stern

In this Q&A, we interviewed Eleonora Mazzilli, Trend Localization & Business Development Director, North America at insights platform BEAUTYSTREAMS; Rohan Widdison, CEO of cosmetics manufacturer New Laboratories; Monica Ademino, Executive Director,...

Editors' choice: Our favorite articles of 2023

21-Dec-2023 By Cassandra Stern

At CosmeticsDesign, we love the diversity of the subjects we cover; from intriguing insights and exciting innovations to interviewing interesting commentators, there's always something new to learn and share. But which were our favorite articles...