Study: Jellybush honey extract reduces acne scars across skin tones
The research is promising for industry stakeholders seeking a natural and inclusive ingredient option for post-acne skin care formulations.
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Suntory’s KIZEN eyes growing men’s skin care market in US
Suntory-owned men’s skin care brand KIZEN seeks to answer the rising demand among US male consumers for skin care that delivers “maximum impact with minimal effort”.
Biotech targets men’s skin with exosome-based skin delivery system
Developed in-house by US-based men’s skin care brand Caldera + Lab, the system is designed for deeper penetration for targeted efficacy.
Is Gen X the beauty industry’s power consumer? NIQ report says yes
With Gen X responsible for 25% of total beauty spend in 2025, the data shows that “winning strategies must align with real market dynamics, addressing the distinct preferences of this diverse and ever-changing consumer group,” said Tara James Taylor,...
Stripes Beauty enters Credo as retailer’s first dedicated menopause brand
The move expands the visibility of menopause care in clean beauty, while giving Stripes a national distribution platform both online and in Credo’s 15 U.S. stores.
Youthforia to shut down following foundation controversy and backlash
The brand, formerly popular with Gen Z consumers, failed to recover after missteps with its shade 600 launch last year.
Dove launches menopause wellness range on Amazon
The new menopause collection from Dove is targeting unmet skin care needs for women over age 45.
‘Safer Beauty Bill Package’ targets toxic chemicals in cosmetics
Lawmakers aim to bolster cosmetic safety with new regulations as ‘safe, accessible beauty cannot wait,’ according to bill sponsor Rep. Jan Schakowsky.
Indie Insights: The impact of being a woman-led indie beauty brand
How are female entrepreneurs driving innovation in indie beauty? The sister duo behind NCLA Beauty tells us how to lead with clarity, resilience, and an understanding of today’s consumer values.
Three additional states to mandate textured hair training in cosmetology schools
L’Oréal USA and industry partners are supporting the growing legislative movement for inclusive cosmetology standards, aiming to close long-standing gaps in professional training for stylists serving clients with textured hair.
Panelists from ‘Unleashing High Performance through the Skin Microbiome’ webinar answer your burning questions
Our panelists are back to provide their responses to some insightful questions asked during our recent webinar.
June Launch Pad: Market-minded debuts
From hypochlorous mist to peptide-powered scalp care, June’s launches signal a continued focus on efficacy, accessibility, and inclusive positioning.
Diverse indie brands reflect shifting market demands at NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2025
From Latina- and Black-owned startups to science-backed skincare, this year’s startup Pavilion highlighted how indie brands are driving change across multiple segments of the industry.
‘Bros, not pros’: Brotege banks on minimalism to win over skin care-skeptical men
Cobra Starship frontman Gabe Saporta is betting on an all-in-one retinol and SPF product to bring simplicity—and humor—to the men’s skin care market.
Sunshine Botanicals champions inclusive skin care education through Ashley DeRamus Foundation partnership
“Providing opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome and other special needs to understand how to care for their skin and address frustrating skin issues is a first for this community and is totally overlooked in the beauty and wellness space,”...
Hair & Scalp Care - US Market Outlook on demand: Panelists answer your burning questions
You asked, they answered! From the unique needs of curly or textured hair to ingredient innovations and more, our experts are back to share their insights into the current trends in hair and scalp care.
Indie Insights: Embracing inclusivity and diversity to solve consumer pain points
In this month’s Indie Insights Q&A, Kazmaleje’s Co-Founder LaToya Stirrup shares how solving a personal hair care challenge sparked a brand built on inclusive design and community connection.
LYS Beauty secures eight-figure Series A investment amid market headwinds
“The first Black-owned clean makeup brand to launch in Sephora,” according to the company’s press release, has closed its latest investment round led by Encore Consumer Capital.
Estée Lauder Companies wins Innovation Award for inclusive beauty tech
“We wanted to extend the luxury experience and products that ELC and its brands offer to everyone, allowing visually impaired users to independently and confidently apply makeup without the need for another person,” Lynda Pak, Interim CIO at ELC told...
‘Phygital,’ ‘Retailtainment,’ & the ‘Beautyverse’: How multi-sensory storytelling is transforming the beauty sector
In this CosmeticsDesign Q&A, we sat down with BEAUTYSTREAMS’ Eleonora Mazzilli for her key takeaways from the insight platform’s latest whitepaper on the rise of immersive beauty.
Inclusivity takes center stage: Insights from the 2025 SeeMe Inclusivity Index
e.l.f. Beauty, Dove, and Maybelline top the 2025 SeeMe Inclusivity Index. We spoke to SeeMe Index Co-Founder Asha Shivaji and Jason R. Klein to discuss what sets them apart from the competition.
Self-tanning market surges as Black Gen Z & Millennials drive 175% growth since 2022
New Mintel research reveals that 22% of Black consumers now use self-tanning products, up from just 8% in 2022, signaling a shift in beauty industry trends.
Study explores new method in AI-driven skin tone classification
Researchers examined how AI-based clustering techniques can improve precision in skin tone classification - with 97% accuracy.
Nakery Beauty addresses midlife skin and personal care gaps with consumer-centric approach
Recognizing the unique cosmetic and intimate needs of middle-aged beauty consumers, founder Liz Folce shares her insights behind the brand’s latest launch.
Legal Lens: Not so unmentionable? What brands need to know about intimate wellness
As demand grows, so does regulatory scrutiny—what intimate wellness brands need to know before making bold claims according to CosmeticsDesign guest author Kelly Bonner.
Authenticity matters: How cultural intelligence shapes beauty marketing
From Fenty Beauty to AI-driven personalization, cultural intelligence is changing the way brands are building lasting trust with diverse communities.
How Tilt Beauty is making cosmetics more inclusive
When personal experience meets product innovation, accessibility becomes beautiful—Tilt Beauty is leading the way.
FDA’s proposed formaldehyde ban remains unpublished as industry awaits clarity
“Pushback from marketplace interests” may be delaying the FDA’s formaldehyde ban, according to industry expert and attorney Allison Stevenson. But what does this mean for beauty manufacturers?
Adaptive Beauty: Meet the new standard of inclusivity in personal care
From AI-powered makeup assistants to smart lipsticks and more, brands are embracing Adaptive Beauty to cater to a diverse and evolving consumer base.
Insights from Openstreams’ Global Beauty Industry Summit: The Aging Forum
From reshaping perceptions of aging to tackling biases in beauty marketing, key takeaways from the Openstreams Global Beauty Industry Summit offer a path forward, according to Michael Nolte, SVP Creative Director at BEAUTYSTREAMS.
Why Dove is partnering with Blippi
Unilever’s flagship skin care brand Dove says its research showed that body concerns manifest “as early as four years old.”
From “beautility” to nano-influencers: A look at beauty trends for 2025
Discover how sustainability, global influences, and a booming male beauty market are transforming the industry as it gears up to exceed $750bn next year.
Top trends from The Makeup Show Chicago: A glimpse into the next five years
Discover the top trends and innovations shaping the future of beauty, straight from The Makeup Show Chicago.
From the lab to the spotlight: ELC and L'Oréal USA celebrate women in STEM
Through the "For Women in Science" and "Inspiring Women in Science" Awards, Estee Lauder and L'Oréal USA recognize trailblazing women in STEM and commit to fostering the next generation of innovators.
Beauty 4.0: The state of the menopausal beauty market
In the latest Beauty 4.0 episode, CosmeticsDesign explores the booming menopausal beauty market with Christine Staples, CEO of Cohere Beauty, discussing how ingredient innovation and sustainable formulation are tackling specific skin care, hair care, and...
Rogaine's “National Hats Off Day” seeks to reframe discussions surrounding male hair loss
With Rogaine launching “National Hats Off Day” to shift the issue of men’s hair loss into a journey of growth, cosmetics and personal care brands have a unique opportunity to foster supportive, transparent conversations and address evolving consumer needs.
Estée Lauder patents a new approach to lipofuscin treatment
Estée Lauder’s new patent introduces a novel anti-aging skincare composition combining decarboxy carnosine HCL and Pyracantha fortuneana fruit extract, which shows synergistic effects in reducing lipofuscin or "age spots."
Nutrafol expands into topical hair care with Men’s Active Cleanse
Beauty supplements player Nutrafol is entering the male topical market after learning that men "experience more scalp concerns than women and that shampoo is top of mind for over half of men (56%) when it comes to hair growth products", said Dr. Brianna...
Beauty on ice: Skin care and cosmetics brands score big with NHL partnerships
e.l.f. Cosmetics and Tareen Dermatology have partnered with the Toronto Maple Leafs and Minnesota Wild, respectively, for the 2024-2025 NHL season to promote inclusivity, skin health, and community support through innovative campaigns and philanthropic...
From intimidation to confidence: How AI tools are transforming men’s beauty
As the global men’s personal care market continues to grow, Perfect Corp’s partnership with NuNorm illustrates how AI and AR tools like virtual try-on and Shade Finder are breaking down barriers for male consumers, driving longer site engagement and...
California mandates textured hair education for cosmetology licensing
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed into law a bill mandating textured hair education as part of the state’s cosmetology licensing requirements. This decision marks a pivotal moment for the beauty industry, particularly as California is home to...
'The wrinkle cream of hair care': Arey's double-blind study challenges what's possible in grey hair treatment
Eighty-eight percent of people may experience reduced grey hair growth, setting a new precedent in scientifically validated haircare solutions and challenging industry norms for product efficacy, says a new double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study...
Community building to foster engagement: A modern approach to support beauty brand loyalty
From Colgate’s $100,000 in scholarships to Dove’s body confidence workshops and KISS’s podcast for textured hair, beauty brands are transforming customer engagement through impactful, community-focused initiatives that resonate with today’s socially...
Inclusive brands outperform in the beauty market, SeeMe Index reveals
Inclusive beauty brands certified by the SeeMe Index grew "1.5X faster than less inclusive competitors," demonstrating that addressing diverse consumer identities leads to "stronger brand differentiation, higher consumer loyalty, and increased sales,"...
Survey reveals US women's top aging concerns, skin care gaps, and the rise of "tech neck"
A new survey commissioned by NEOSTRATA reveals that 56% of Gen Z women and 57% of millennials feel stressed about aging, with only 17% of respondents paying attention to neck care, highlighting significant opportunities for innovation in anti-aging...
Long read: How AI-powered beauty delivers hyper-personalized products & sustainable solutions in real time
In a recent report, global beauty industry insight firm Beautystreams examines the far-reaching impacts of AI innovation on the beauty industry - we spoke to Eleonora Mazzilli, the company's Trend Localization & Business Development Director. for her key...
FDA's delayed action on formaldehyde ban in hair relaxers sparks industry uncertainty
In an interview with CosmeticsDesign, attorney Allison Stevenson explains that the FDA's delayed formaldehyde ban for hair relaxers, which "has been identified as a known carcinogen," has left manufacturers in a "wait and see" situation, while consumer...
Boomers lead the charge in sustainability and organic beauty
A new study from Sooth reveals that Baby Boomers are 2.2 times more likely than Gen Z to choose organic beauty brands, three times more likely to recycle, and six times more likely to research beauty products online, highlighting their growing influence...
68% increase in male skin care usage: What’s driving the surge?
Key factors driving the noteworthy growth in the men's skin care segment of the beauty and personal care market include "a cultural shift towards inclusive grooming" and "an evolving concept of masculinity that embraces self-care," according to Mintel...
CPNA 2024: BEAUTYSTREAMS unveils this year's key beauty industry trends
Each year, BEAUTYSTREAMS compiles and presents its Cosmotrends report for an informative and comprehensive examination of current beauty industry trends. We spoke with Trend Localization & Business Development Director for North America, Eleonora...