Sustainability

Coty patents advanced eye cream with biodegradable surfactants

Coty patents advanced eye cream with biodegradable surfactants

By Cassandra Stern

A new Coty patent for a targeted eye cream designed to deliver anti-aging and moisture benefits while prioritizing clean, consumer-friendly ingredients offers valuable insights into macrotrends impacting cosmetics manufacturers and suppliers across...

Key takeaways from PCPC’s 2024 Science Symposium

Key takeaways from PCPC’s 2024 Science Symposium

By Cassandra Stern

The Symposium focused on the beauty industry's commitment to regulatory compliance, product safety, transparency, sustainability, and innovation, particularly through advancements in AI and ingredient safety research, said PCPC Chief Scientist Alexandra...

Nutrafol expands into topical hair care with Men’s Active Cleanse

Nutrafol expands into topical hair care with Men’s Active Cleanse

By Cassandra Stern

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...

P&G files patent for cleansing balm with natural wax structurants

P&G files patent for cleansing balm with natural wax structurants

By Cassandra Stern

Procter & Gamble (P&G) has filed a patent for a new oil-based cleansing balm featuring natural waxes as structurants, addressing consumer demand for products that "gently cleanse the skin leaving it feeling hydrated and silky smooth," while also...

September Launch Pad: Seasonal inspiration

September Launch Pad: Seasonal inspiration

By Cassandra Stern

From spooky-themed cosmetic products to lip, face, and body moisturizers designed to beat the chilly fall weather in style, this month's roundup features new product launches from consumer favorite brands like TIRTIR, Dieux, Vaseline, and Touchland.

October 2: Get ready for our Skin Care Advancement webinar

October 2: Get ready for our Skin Care Advancement webinar

By Cassandra Stern

There's still time to register! Don't miss the chance to hear from industry experts on everything from skin care ingredient formulation trends to innovations in anti-aging and the impact of consumer demand on new product development.

Natural nail trend driven by Gen Z consumers, reports Mintel

Natural nail trend driven by Gen Z consumers, reports Mintel

By Cassandra Stern

With an increasing amount of Gen Z beauty consumers gravitating towards a more natural nail aesthetic, brands are adapting by focusing on "non-toxic formulations and ingredient transparency," according to Carson Kitzmiller, Senior Analyst for Beauty &...

Minimalism in beauty packaging: A strategic shift for brands

Minimalism in beauty packaging: A strategic shift for brands

By Cassandra Stern

In a recent interview with CosmeticsDesign, Nisha Palvia of PERLab reveals how minimalist beauty packaging can elevate brands by balancing simplicity with essential product details, cost-efficiency, and sustainability, urging a strategic approach to meet...

Boomers lead the charge in sustainability and organic beauty

Boomers lead the charge in sustainability and organic beauty

By Cassandra Stern

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?

68% increase in male skin care usage: What’s driving the surge?

By Cassandra Stern

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...

Entries now open for the 2024 Sustainable Beauty Awards

Entries now open for the 2024 Sustainable Beauty Awards

By Cassandra Stern

With five categories spanning innovations in sustainable products, ingredients, initiatives, and more, this year's Sustainable Beauty Awards will highlight the best of the beauty industry's eco-friendly efforts.

CPNA 2024: CosmeticsDesign's Top 3 Green Brands to Watch

CPNA 2024: CosmeticsDesign's Top 3 Green Brands to Watch

By Cassandra Stern

We selected three stand-out brands during this year's Cosmoprof North America show that are innovators and leaders in the clean and green beauty space: a skin care brand, a packaging manufacturer, and a whole-body deodorant brand.

The hidden dangers of green marketing in cosmetics and personal care

The hidden dangers of green marketing in cosmetics and personal care

By Cassandra Stern

Recent litigation and regulatory action against Colgate's Tom's of Maine, P&G's Native products, and Burt's Bees are just some examples of how beauty and personal care companies can struggle to navigate the challenging space of green marketing claims. In...

Rutin emerges as a sustainable alternative in sunscreen formulations

Rutin emerges as a sustainable alternative in sunscreen formulations

By Cassandra Stern

A recent scientific review underscores rutin's potential as a sustainable and effective ingredient for sunscreens, highlighting its UV absorption capabilities, stability, skin permeability, and minimal environmental impact, while also addressing...

CleanHub report: 95% of beauty packaging waste goes unrecycled

CleanHub report: 95% of beauty packaging waste goes unrecycled

By Cassandra Stern

In this CosmeticsDesign Q&A, environmental organization CleanHub provides key takeaways from its recent Clean Beauty Survey, highlighting the beauty industry's role in environmental pollution and emphasizing the need for brands to adopt sustainable...

How Peace Out Skincare is meeting Gen Z’s acne care demands

How Peace Out Skincare is meeting Gen Z’s acne care demands

By Cassandra Stern

Peace Out Skincare has aligned with Gen Z's values by prioritizing 'product efficacy and delivering on our promises' and incorporating features like patented Salicylic Acid technology and sustainable practices, shared VP of Product Development Michelle...