L’Oréal Group reinventing its travel retail with experiential beauty zones
Is travel retail the new beauty playground? L’Oréal thinks so...
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Aveda & Keracol’s new molecular method redefines hair colour longevity
The new research, which monitors how hair dye fades at a molecular level, offers deeper insight into hair colour retention.
La Mer partners Salk Institute to advance research in cellular energy, inform future NPD
La Mer is supporting Salk Institute to advance research in cellular energy and age-related function, in the hope of redefining healthy ageing and fuelling breakthroughs in product innovation.
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.
FDA launches dashboard for real-time cosmetic safety data
The new FDA tool has registered a sharp increase in adverse event reports following the implementation of MoCRA.
Neutrogena taps Haut.AI to boost digital skin care personalization push
In a sign of how far AI skin diagnostics have come, and how fast expectations are rising, Neutrogena has relaunched its Skin360 platform with a behind-the-scenes upgrade: clinical-grade skin analysis delivered entirely through a smartphone camera.
Ready Set Jet breaks the atmosphere with space-certified beauty
Indie beauty brand Ready Set Jet has officially entered a new orbit, becoming the first skin care and cosmetics brand to be certified for space travel, according to the company.
Recent M&A activity highlights PE-backed operators and innovation-focused partnerships
Recent personal care M&A trends reflects a post-COVID market evolution, with private equity filling the gap left by more cautious strategic buyers, who struggle with social media-driven, digitally native brands.
Science steals the spotlight in recent beauty industry M&As
Olaplex and Magic Molecules are the latest industry stakeholders leaning into biotech and scientific innovation as growth drivers.
Video: Qore CEO explains how QIRA is bringing bio-based innovation to beauty
Cargill and HELM’s venture aims to make the eco-friendly ingredient more accessible to stakeholders in the US cosmetics and personal care product industries.
ODDITY reports record Q2 financials
The second quarter performance of direct-to-consumer beauty and wellness company ODDITY highlights continued momentum across its product lines, fueling expansion into the medical-grade skin care category.
Digital sampling can boost beauty sales by 13%, says marketing platform founder
With the integration of augmented reality and consumer data, sampling is rapidly evolving into a comprehensive marketing asset, says Will Glynn-Jones, Founder and Managing Director of Send Me a Sample.
Q&A: NanoSpun’s live-cell platform brings on-demand biotech to skin care
The Israel-based startup is applying biofabrication methods to consumer skin care, raising new considerations for stability, efficacy, and production.
Keychain enters beauty manufacturing sector with AI-powered sourcing platform
With more than $100 billion in indexed beauty SKUs, Keychain’s latest vertical launch offers new tools for transparency, collaboration, and agility.
Dr. Squatch ends select TikTok Shop affiliate posts amid disclosure scrutiny
The case highlights the growing scrutiny of influencer marketing practices and the limitations of platform-based disclosure tools.
One year later: How Potion AI is scaling to meet demand
Since launch, the platform has added a Virtual Formulation tool, compliance features, private AI workspaces, and other features to evolve with its user base.
The new AI tech that could disrupt the suncare sector
Beauty tech company Haut.AI has just launched disruptive new AI-based technology in the sunscreen sector. We spoke to the CEO and co-founder to find out more.
Next-gen photoprotection: Scientific review calls for broader sunscreen strategies
Researchers urged formulation overhaul to address blue light, IRA, and cellular-level damage with sustainable solutions and advanced delivery systems.
OLLY launches ‘Mood + Skin’ line for emotional wellness
Experts from Beautystreams and Spate say the launch highlights the shift towards ‘psycare’
New beauty innovations set to launch at Cosmoprof Asia
APAC is always an innovation hotspot for the beauty industry. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the launches that are set to be unveiled at this year’s Cosmoprof Asia show…
L’Oréal Group to acquire Color Wow
The French multinational is adding the hair care brand to its Professional Products Division and has plans for global expansion.
Givaudan acquires Vollmens Fragrances
Swiss fragrance company Givaudan will acquire a majority stake in the Brazilian fragrance house and plans expansion in Latin America.
Newly launched startup aims to streamline beauty manufacturing
CEO Flavia Zhamo shares how NOUN Connect uses real-time data and machine learning to fix beauty’s broken development pipeline in this CosmeticsDesign US Q&A.
Report claims beauty industry faces $86B loss from outdated development models
Australian beauty product manufacturer Atelier’s latest research revealed how composable manufacturing models can help beauty brands recover lost revenue and mitigate supply chain risks.
L’Oréal Group plans to use 3D AI for product imagery
At VivaTech 2025, the French beauty multinational announced it will be working with startup Omi to use 3D generative AI brand imagery.
OPT Industries introduces ‘world’s first’ roll-to-roll 3D printing system for beauty and personal care sector
With no minimum order quantities and rapid prototyping capabilities, the technology supports trend-responsive product development.
Inside BEAUTYSTREAMS’ forecast: Trends that will define hair care through 2028
“Hair longevity and a porosity-focused approach are some of the directions that will lead the way in claims and terminology for hair care, color, and styling for 2025–2028,” said Eleonora Mazzilli, Trend Localization & Business Development Director,...
What are the sustainability merits of next-gen tech in cosmetics?
Leaders from FIG OR OUT, TerraCycle, GlycosBio, and more will explore how tech-driven trends are shaping the future of beauty at the upcoming Sustainable Cosmetics Summit.
Q&A: Epson Robotics joins forces with Blank Beauty on custom cosmetic kiosks
The collaboration aims to streamline personalization in beauty through automation and compact retail workcells.
Suppliers’ Day 2025: Breaking down the pre-show hype with NYSCC Chair John Carola
Described as the industry organization’s “most ambitious” edition yet, the upcoming trade show will build on the success of previous years with new tours, awards, and programming spanning a 200,000+ square foot show floor.
Tech Talk Q&A: Why virtual twins are the next big step for cosmetics and personal care manufacturers and suppliers
From reducing animal testing to optimizing ingredient sourcing, virtual twin technology has the potential to unlock faster product innovation and a smarter supply chain for beauty industry stakeholders.
Checking the blind spots: Tackling quality control and supply chain challenges in cosmetics manufacturing
From manual audits to AI-driven controls, here’s how personal care brands can future-proof their quality systems, according to supply chain visibility platform CEO Rodney Manzo.
Lost in translation: Lily AI CEO on why AI is the key to better beauty product discovery
“The use of product content optimization (PCO) is critical for the beauty industry to ensure they remain in sync with their customers and not make them do too much work to understand their products with confusing, brand- and industry-specific...
14 disruptive beauty & personal care innovations that have just landed
We saw plenty of novelties at this year’s In-Cosmetics Global show. Read on to discover some of the most exciting new launches in ingredients, textures & formats...
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...
Inside the supply chain playbook for cosmetics manufacturers
Cosmetics brands are turning to data integration, smart distribution, and sustainability-minded logistics to stay competitive amid global supply chain pressure, according to Nick Fryer, Vice President of Marketing at Sheer Logistics.
‘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.
Video interview: PCPC President’s key takeaways from the 2025 Beauty Collective Summit
“We are on an upward trajectory: we are one of the few industries that is a net exporter of products so we have a good story to tell, and our market continues to grow,” shared Myers.
Must Read: The top 5 CDU articles of Q1 2025
This quarter’s round up features news from Dr. Bronner’s, Haut.AI, Mielle Organics, and more.
Improving bio-based ingredient recovery: A new path for cosmetics and personal care
Could the future of cosmetics lie in bioengineering? Manus is proving that scalable bioalternatives are ready to meet the industry’s demands.
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.
Osmo advances AI in fragrance with scent teleportation tech
Using olfactory intelligence (OI), Osmo is leveraging emerging technology to bring new possibilities to fragrance formulation and manufacturing.
New cosmetic ingredient activates oxytocin to “recreate the glow of being in love”
Swiss-Canadian company Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant has given a glimpse of three new ingredients it will launch at the In-Cosmetics Global show in Amsterdam this April.
Skin Health Alliance and Clear unite to promote skin care transparency
As a result of the new partnership, consumers can now easily access and identify scientifically accredited skin care products through the Clear app.
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.
The rise of hyper-personalization in hair care: How Prose is leading the charge
What if your shampoo was formulated just for you? Learn how Prose is using AI to create truly personalized hair care solutions based on individual needs.
Daash secures $5.5M to expand AI-powered competitive insights for beauty brands
With the newly closed seed round funding, Daash Intelligence is scaling its AI platform to deliver actionable market data for beauty and personal care brands of all sizes, including Amika, Glow Recipe, Ilia, and Tatcha.
IBM x L’Oréal to “redefine AI innovation” for sustainable product NPD
The French multinational plans to use IBM’s Gen AI technology to help it create more eco-friendly products.
SkinGPT tackles skin care’s biggest challenge: Proving product claims with AI
As consumers increasingly demand proof of skin care efficacy, Haut.AI’s newly launched SkinGPT provides brands with scientifically accurate, data-driven simulations to validate claims and improve personalization strategies.
Personalized beauty: How Revieve’s AI solutions are driving innovation at JCPenney
With consumer demand for personalization on the rise, Revieve’s partnership with JCPenney is bringing advanced AI and AR technologies to the forefront of beauty retail.