Skin Care

Levagen+ PEA now available for beauty applications

22-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern & Danielle Masterson

Gencor’s branded PEA can now be found in the beauty category for its ability to aid in a healthy inflammatory response and protect from oxidative stress-induced damage.

adidas and Coty, Inc. long-term licensing agreement renewed

22-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The partnership agreement seeks to further expand the reach of successful adidas Active Skin and Mind Range products into China after its European launch last year.

Beauty & wellness consumer tech company projects net revenue increase following strong Q2 2023 growth

22-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Following an investment in AI-driven molecule discovery firm Revela and a strong initial public stock offering earlier this year, Tel-Aviv based Oddity Tech Ltd. is now projecting a 6-8% increase in net profit over its initial 2023 forecast.

Probiotical S.P.A teams with Stauber Performance Ingredients to distribute postbiotics in North America

22-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

The Italian company said SkinBac™ is the “first quantifiable postbiotics with clinical evidence.”

Univar Solutions México appointed dsm-firmenich’s exclusive distributor in Central America region

17-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The Univar Solutions, Inc. subsidiary will focus on expanding the reach of dsm-firmenich’s extensive bioactive ingredient portfolio in Mexico, the Caribbean, and several Central American countries.

Q&A: Recent industry innovations from global chemical manufacturer BASF

17-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

As a global player in the cosmetic and personal care product manufacturing and supply chain industries, BASF is constantly developing and launching more effective digital and ingredient solutions for formulation companies and consumer brands. In this...

Indie brand invigorates tattoo after care space with ‘first of its kind’ tattoo repair patch launch

17-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The Mad Rabbit brand continues to gain steam in the tattoo after care space with its recent release of the Tattoo Repair Patch to offer consumers a sustainable and effective option to heal and protect tattooed skin.

Consumer survey data confirms sustainability has significant impact on Gen Z & Millennial shoppers

16-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

DTC ecommerce company ESW’s recent Global Voices survey reveals ‘environmentally conscious packaging,’ a deal-breaker for younger demographics, and awareness of greenwashing continues to increase, among other findings.

Skin care company launches ‘breakthrough’ psoriasis and eczema product line

16-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Arctiva Wellness’ ARCTIVA products contain the company’s proprietary HYDROSURF glycolipid technology and FDA-approved active ingredients for further efficacy.

Key takeaways: Estée Lauder presents new science at the 2023 World Congress of Dermatology

15-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The ‘impact of regular use of moisturizer to mitigate skin aging’ and ‘longevity proteins play a key role in promoting youthful skin properties’ were just two of the subjects presented by Estée Lauder during this year’s poster presentation.

BioMADE-funded biotech start up to expand production facility operations

15-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The company, who pioneered a green process for cosmetic and personal care product ingredient production like retinol, will utilize the recently secured BioMADE funding to launch expanded pilot program production in mid-2025.

ClearForMe platform bridges ingredient transparency gap between cosmetic & PBC product manufacturers and consumers

15-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The company’s technology provides ‘personalized sales enablement’ to bring ingredient transparency directly to the consumer in a ‘consumable, easy, and actionable way’ which benefits manufacturers seeking to better reach consumers and directly address...

Synthetic biotech company Amyris files Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid organizational & financial restructuring

15-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The company, which has made significant industry impact through its Lab-to-Market technology leveraging 'state-of-the-art machine learning, robotics and artificial intelligence, enabling the company to rapidly bring new innovation to market at commercial...

‘A leap of faith’: Botanic Pretti5 eyes US, Singapore expansion on the back of global interest in TCM

10-Aug-2023 By Amanda Lim

The post-pandemic awareness for health and well-being has “opened new doors” for traditional Chinese medicine-beauty brand Botanic Pretti5 to expand into the US and Singapore.

Attorneys react to FDA draft guidance on cosmetic facility registration & product listing submission requirements

09-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

To glean the most important takeaways from the FDA’s latest recommendations outlined in the draft guidance document published earlier this week, CosmeticsDesign interviewed associate Kelly Bonner of Duane Morris LLP and partner Jessica O’Connell of Covington...

Men’s skin and hair care brand Cardon wins 2023 Workshop at Macy’s pitch competition

09-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The brand, whose products and ingredients are backed by Korean research and development is looking to leverage the competition win to ‘accelerate its brand growth trajectory’ and ‘forge strategic partnerships with retail outlets.’

Wellness company launches first PBC product category collection

09-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Hyland’s Naturals has expanded its product offerings with the release of the company’s first Baby Skin Care collection of six certified USDA organic topical products.

ROELMI HPC addresses ‘skin energy’ trend with Ener-GY Plus ingredient formula

03-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The ingredient’s anti-aging efficacy lies in its ability to address deterioration of the skin cell’s mitochondria, which is a direct cause of signs of skin aging and a result of exposure to environmental toxins, stress, poor nutrition, and more.

Spate report reveals consumer search trends in sunscreen, sun care & tanning product categories

03-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The consumer trend data intelligence platform’s report brings insight into trending products and brands in these industry product spaces which can be used to drive innovation into future product research, development, and formulation processes.

Newly developed encapsulation system ‘avoids introduction of any microplastics’

03-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

University of Waterloo researchers have created the ‘liquid-liquid encapsulation system,’ which potentially eliminates the need for microplastics in the functional ingredient encapsulation process for cosmetic and personal care product manufacturing....

August Launch Pad: Casual and chic

01-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

From a launch inspired by the smash hit Barbie movie to hair, lip, and lash care and more, this month’s Launch Pad is packed with product launches to celebrate the sizzling summer months.

People on the move: Notable midyear industry employment shifts

01-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Now halfway through 2023, we return to this recurring segment to update on recent noteworthy shifts in employment in the cosmetics and personal care product industries. From board appointments to career changes and more, we’re highlighting the shifts...

MoCRA regulations: What Asia’s beauty firms need to know about US’s landmark law

01-Aug-2023 By Amanda Lim

The introduction of the new Modernisation of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA) could complicate entry into the US beauty market for Asian cosmetic companies, says a regulatory expert.

Sustainable palm oil: BASF exec discusses RSPO membership, improved supply chain traceability and more

31-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Palm and palm kernel oils have a long history in cosmetic formulations, but as clean ingredient sourcing continues to become more important to consumers, manufacturers are looking to global ingredient producers like BASF to lead the charge in establishing...

National Rosacea Society launches new Seal of Acceptance Program

26-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Cosmetics and skin care product manufacturers can now apply to use the NRS Seal on their marketing materials and product packaging “to differentiate their products in the marketplace and connect with the approximately 5% of the American population who...

K-beauty giant Amorepacific eyes US market expansion leveraging recent award-winning tech innovations

26-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The company is spearheading expansion efforts on the backs of CES Innovation Award winning Authentic Color Master by Tonework technology and the launch of custom skin care brand Custom.me.

CosmeticsDesign Seminar Recap: 2023 CosmoTrends Report

26-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Nip-Tuck Relief and Fruitopia are just two of the top five beauty and personal care product trends of 2023 identified in a recent CosmoTrends and BEAUTYSTREAMS seminar.

How to win over… consumers in the cutting-edge derma beauty category

26-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

Here we reveal exclusive insights from top skin care companies L’Oréal and Kenvue on the drivers and trends of the rapidly advancing derma skin care category in Asia Pacific.

Looking back: NIQ 2022 Q4 beauty & personal care trend takeaways

24-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Overall trends in purchasing behavior both on and offline as well as purchasing dynamics indicate healthy growth in the Beauty and Personal Care product categories overall despite the pressure of rising inflation in average product prices.

Beauty-from-within: AI, omics and personalized probiotics

24-Jul-2023 By Danielle Masterson

While hero beauty ingredients like collagen and biotin are nothing new, how they’re being dispensed is getting an upgrade.

Document quality control software company announces new algorithm launch

20-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Last week’s release of GlobalVision’s Text Inspection 2 update can expedite cosmetics and PBC brand’s speed to market while supporting companies in these industries with impending MoCRA regulatory labelling and documentation compliance.

2023 Cosmoprof and Cosmopack Awards Recap

20-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

From innovations in formulation and packaging design to hair care, skin care, and cosmetic products, this year’s 2023 Cosmoprof and Cosmopack Awards finalists and winners include a multitude of noteworthy products in the cosmetic and personal care finished...

Hyaluronic acid alternative? Snow fungus extract may improve skin care impact - study

20-Jul-2023 By Gary Scattergood

A cosmetic formulation containing snow fungus extract may improve the product’s skin care impact, according to a study conducted by Polish researchers.

Three takeaways from Cosmoprof North America 2023 in Las Vegas

18-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Trends in skin care technology, sustainable packaging materials, and ocean-inspired ingredient formulations dominated this year’s convention floor.

Make some 'shroom: Why wild mushrooms may have potential cosmeceutical applications

13-Jul-2023 By Gary Scattergood

A Portuguese study has singled out two wild mushroom species as a new potential source of natural compounds with applications in the cosmetic industry.

Liposomes protect bioactive function of guarana in cosmetic applications, discover researchers

10-Jul-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

The Brazilian plant is used in cosmetic products for its antioxidant and antimicrobial functions, and the latest discovery helps to reduce ingredient oxidation over time for future formulation efforts by manufacturers.

First-time study reveals sinami seed powder can be successfully formulated into sustainable exfoliant

10-Jul-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

Agro-waste from native South American sinami fruit 'holds great promise as a commercial exfoliant' that demonstrates antioxidant activity, researchers shared.

Results show Achyrocline saureioides extract 'could be used as a safe hypoallergenic natural preservative' in cosmetics

10-Jul-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

Researchers demonstrated the extract had an antimicrobial effect against four common bacteria strains, and can be a viable alternative to synthetic preservatives commonly used in cosmetic applications.

Literature review maintains beeswax can also 'effectively protect skin barrier,' 'manage psoriasis,' and 'treat dermatitis in burns'

10-Jul-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

Beeswax is 'a mainstay in cosmetics' as well as a functional ingredient with 'healing properties', says a new review that included five studies of beeswax for skin application.

25th World Congress of Dermatology

Dermatology community calls on governments to help crackdown on skin misinformation – WCD 2023

10-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

The dermatology community can do better to educate public but needs help from government bodies to tackle misinformation, says the president of the 25th World Congress of Dermatology (WCD 2023).

Coming soon: Beauty-from-Within webinar

07-Jul-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Whether it’s a scoop of collagen in your morning coffee for younger looking skin or a biotin capsule to thicken your hair, there is no shortage of ingestible beauty products that promise to make you glow from the inside out. But how do they achieve this,...

Better regulatory processes needed for safe, sustainable cosmetic use of nanomaterials in sunscreen, makeup: Expert review

06-Jul-2023 By Gary Scattergood

The application of nanomaterials (NMs) in products such as sun screen has notable benefits but requires improved, more standardised regulatory processes to ensure it is safe and sustainable, say experts in Europe.

Clinical sun care brand launches ultra-low global warming potential sun screen

05-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

As global regulations on propellants in personal care products and other consumer goods continue to be implemented in an effort to encourage the production of more sustainable alternatives, the Honeywell corporation has released Solstice Propellant for...

Univar Solutions' Director on benefits, challenges to sun care product formulation with natural, biodegradable ingredients

05-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

As more consumers seek natural product options for sun care and protection, Univar Solutions has committed to developing and innovating ingredients that are effective solutions for consumer demand.

Free Webinar: Beauty from Within 2023

05-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Beauty-from-within supplements are a growing category in the beauty and personal care industries – but what information do formulators really need to know to make the best decisions for consumers? In this webinar, our panelists dive deep into the research...

July Launch Pad: Sensational summer

05-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

From fragrance to cosmetics, personal care products and more, there’s a wide range of new product launches that have been released in the last few weeks. Check out this month’s Launch Pad roundup to review the options that can help consumers have a sensational...

What to expect at the 2023 Cosmoprof North America show

05-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

CosmeticsDesign spoke with Liza Rapay, Head of Marketing at Cosmoprof North America about what attendees can expect from the 2023 Cosmoprof North America trade show, July 11-13 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Immuno beauty: Verdilab targets Asia expansion on the back of skin immunity awareness

05-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

A Swiss brand based on five decades of research on immunology and ribonucleic acid (RNA) is aiming to expand in Asia, where it hopes to gain ground among consumers that now have a heightened sense of the role skin plays in immunity.

BIOJUVE skin care features novel microbiome-friendly probiotic

29-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Earlier this year, Crown Laboratories, Inc. launched the BIOJUVE skin care collection incorporating hero ingredient Xycrobe technology, whose efficacy is backed by clinical results.

Revieve and Google Cloud Marketplace expand Digital Beauty Platform availability

28-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The partnership, which aims to ‘help beauty brands enhance their omnichannel capabilities’ and transition from a ‘transaction-driven to relationship-driven commerce model’ offers cosmetic and PBC companies the ability to personalize customer experiences...