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Each circuit in the U.S. federal court system has its own version of the infringement test, but in essence, they all look at similar factors: (1) the strength of the plaintiff’s trademark or trade dress, (2) the similarity of the goods, (3) the similarity of the marks or designs, (4) evidence of any actual confusion, (5) the similarity of marketing channels, (6) the sophistication of the purchasers or the level of care they likely use, (7) the defendant’s intent, and (8) the likelihood of expansion of the product lines.

Dupe Culture Meets the Courtroom

What the Benefit vs. e.l.f. mascara ruling reveals about the legal limits of beauty dupes.

From groundbreaking cosmetic ingredients to cutting-edge beauty devices, this year’s finalists represent the pinnacle of creativity, science and vision in cosmetics R&D.

Meet the 2026 C&T Allē Awards Finalists – Trailblazers in Beauty Innovation

The 2026 C&T Allē Awards are just around the corner, celebrating the trailblazers of beauty innovation on May 18, 2026, in NYC. This year’s finalists represent the pinnacle of creativity, science and vision. Meet this year's contenders.

Precision Systems: Closing the Efficacy Gap through Functional Packaging Architecture

Precision Systems: Closing the Efficacy Gap through Functional Packaging Architecture

From passive packaging to precision delivery, discover how beauty brands are closing the “Efficacy Gap” with smart microneedling, integrated LED therapy, and next-gen skincare technology designed to maximize real results.

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AI-Inspired Beauty: Accelerating Innovation Through Intelligence

AI-Inspired Beauty: Accelerating Innovation Through Intelligence

As the link between beauty and health tightens, demand will spike for innovative, science-backed research and products to expand that one percent of women-specific health conditions that go unnoticed.

How Beauty Can Bridge the Gap Between Women’s Wellness

Let's cut through the hype and focus on how smart, structured data is the true enabler of AI-driven innovation in the cosmetics industry.

Submit Your AI Questions For Our Experts: Cosmetic R&D Webinar Featuring Ethical AI & Smart Data

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Does Your Product Belong Among the C&T Allē Award Elites? Enter the 2026 Program to Find Out

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Beyond the Hype: C&T Allēs Honor Beauty Innovation Through Scientific Rigor

We've established comprehensive scientific evaluation criteria for the 2026 C&T Allē Awards, ensuring innovations are assessed through evidence-based methodology that honors the technical rigor driving beauty industry breakthroughs.

Precision Systems: Closing the Efficacy Gap through Functional Packaging Architecture

Precision Systems: Closing the Efficacy Gap through Functional Packaging Architecture

From passive packaging to precision delivery, discover how beauty brands are closing the “Efficacy Gap” with smart microneedling, integrated LED therapy, and next-gen skincare technology designed to maximize real results.

Which brands are likely to become M&A targets in 2025? A new report has some answers.

10 Realities of Beauty M&A in 2025: Sector Overlap, Portfolio Growth, Results-driven and More

Major players like L’Oreal and Unilever are expanding their portfolios through acquisitions of innovative beauty and personal care brands.

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More Time to Shine: Submission Deadlines Extended for the 2026 C&T Allē Awards

The 2026 C&T Allē Awards just gave innovators more time to shine. Early Bird entries are now due Sept. 15, with final submissions accepted through Oct. 15. Don’t miss your chance to be spotlighted for excellence in beauty innovation.

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Supplier Innovations Wanted: Enter the 2026 C&T Allēs to Showcase Your Beauty Breakthroughs

Calling all beauty and personal care suppliers! Enter the 2026 C&T Allē Awards to spotlight your latest innovation. From actives to prototypes, test methods to ingredient blends — show the industry how you're shaping the future. Submissions now open!

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Category Shake-Up: C&T Allēs Spotlight Acne, Compromised Skin and Scalp Care Innovations in 2026

The new categories aim to better recognize targeted solutions addressing specific consumer needs such as skin conditions, post-procedural care and scalp health.

Don't miss the opportunity to witness the best in beauty innovation at Cosmoprof Bologna and celebrate the trailblazers who are redefining the industry. Stay tuned for updates as the awards ceremony approaches!

Cosmoprof Awards 2025: Celebrating Innovation in the Beauty Industry (Finalists Revealed)

This year's finalists feature exciting entries from global brands such as GEFCOM S.a.s. di Moccagatta G. & C. from Italy with their Alerasia Scented Candle, Routine Paris SAS from France with Routine Paris Games Song, and more.

This is an opportunity to learn from industry leaders and explore actionable tactics for staying ahead in the beauty industry.

What Will You Learn at Beauty Accelerate? Top Actionable Insights & Team Takeaways

Experts will share strategies on navigating TikTok-driven trends, creating category-defining brands, and leveraging data to meet evolving consumer demands.

From global leaders like L’Oreal, Estée Lauder and Supergoop! to innovative disruptors like Olaplex, KORA Organics, and Danessa Myricks Beauty, the best in the industry will be there.

Guestlist Sneak Peek: Who's Coming to Beauty Accelerate? 👀

From global leaders like L’Oreal, Estée Lauder and Supergoop! to innovative disruptors like Olaplex, KORA Organics, and Danessa Myricks Beauty, the best in the industry will be there.

In 2022, Lignopure commissioned the first GMP-compliant plant for lignin conversion, reportedly achieving the ability to recycle 90,000 kg of lignin annually.

Beauty Alternatives: Ingredient Trends

From upcycled technologies to improved oil-in water formulations, emerging ingredients are taking beauty to the next level.

From Gen Alpha to longevity and (p)rejuvenation to elevated efficacy and obsession-worthy packaging, Beauty Accelerate 2025 will deliver insights from beauty's leading R&D, marketing and innovation voices.

Beauty Accelerate 2025: Future-proofing Beauty [Join the Waitlist!]

Returning to the East Coast, 2025's edition will highlight the technologies, trends and strategies propelling the most innovative brands.

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2024 Beauty M&A is Accelerating & Shifting Upmarket in 2025

"Capstone expects more engagement from public players in the M&A market as firms turn to inorganic volume growth to help buoy share price performance," the firm explains.