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Curie Co. Redefines Clean Beauty Preservation with AmpliPQ-CF Sodium Benzoate Booster

By enhancing the antimicrobial activity of sodium benzoate, AmpliPQ-CF reportedly makes high-performance preservation accessible for mass-market and prestige brands alike.

'Carbon-conscious formulation represents a growing commitment within the cosmetics industry to minimize environmental impact by reducing the carbon footprint across the entire product lifecycle,' says Univar's Irena James.

Can Beauty Really Be Low-Carbon? Our Expert Says Yes.

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Labio Unveils MIT[HD] for Sustainable, Stable Active Ingredient Delivery

BotaniCellar Crithmum Maritimum, based on the namesake extract, has been described as 'the most precious skin care ingredient of the 21st century' and is a rare plant from Brittany’s coast, according to Uniproma.

Uniproma Makes Rare Botanicals Accessible for Skin Care via Single-Use Biodegradable Reactors

Using patented single-use biodegradable reactors, the company reports it has dramatically reduced the cost of cell culture.

The Perfect Packaging Partnership is a Thing of Beauty: How to Find the Right Packaging Supplier

The Perfect Packaging Partnership is a Thing of Beauty: How to Find the Right Packaging Supplier

Today, the right packaging partner does far more than supply components—they help shape brand success from concept to launch.

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Bioweg Secures €16 M Series A to Scale Biodegradable Microplastic Alternatives

The funds will enable Bioweg to scale its precision fermentation operations to convert food industry byproducts into bacterial cellulose, commercialize its products, and construct a first-of-its-kind bacterial cellulose production facility in Germany.

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Caldic x AmphiStar Partner to Promote Upcycled, Footprint Friendly Biosurfactants Across Europe

Per the companies, this collaboration aims to make biosurfactants a mainstream choice for personal care formulations, offering a sustainable, mild and effective alternative to traditional surfactants.

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Croda Beauty Uncovers Texture, Elasticity and Comfort Benefits of SphingoCare DS-CERAmix-V for Sensitive Skin

The bio-designed, skin-inspired liquid crystal lamellar system was developed to support sensitive skin. New data demonstrates its efficacy.

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16 Ingredients That Impact Hair Health: Myths vs. Reality

This article examines some of the most prevalent claims surrounding ingredients and hair health. Presenting both supporting insights and counter-arguments are industry experts Linda Foltis, Perry Romanowski and Peter Bailey.

Milcobel & NoPalm Ingredients Partnership

Milcobel x NoPalm Ingredients to Transform Whey Permeate into Sustainable Palm Oil Alternatives

According to the companies, NoPalm Ingredients has developed a groundbreaking fermentation technology that transforms agro-industrial sidestreams such as whey permeate into oils and fats identical to conventional palm and tropical oils.

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Symrise Launches Digital CO2 Tracker, Champions Bioeconomy

Symrise recently reinforced its commitment to sustainability by launching Houston, a greenhouse gas-tracking platform developed with CO2 AI to measure carbon footprints in real-time. The company also chaired the Sustainable Business Bioeconomy Group.

An increasingly informed consumer base, growing awareness of year-round SPF use, and ongoing innovation from brands and suppliers in the industry are driving category growth.

365 Days of SPF: Sun Care Shines Year-Round

Growing consumer awareness opens up opportunities beyond traditional seasonal and format conventions.

'Consumers are no longer just dabbling in supplements—they increasingly believe in the power of ingestibles to influence skin, scalp, and overall beauty outcomes,' says Lorne Lucree, founder, Quiet Coyote. 'The next step is ingredient alignment: the same actives delivered through both a topical serum/cream and an ingestible capsule/powder, sending a unified signal of support to the body.'

2026 Beauty Preview: from Neuro Skin Aging to Cautious Shoppers

Specialists in ingredients, packaging, marketing and more speak out on what's ahead for the industry.

'DHK instantly calms skin and supports the skin barrier, and continually improves skin’s resilience to external aggressors,' says Deinde CEO Joshua Britton.

Beauty’s New Class of Anti-Aging Ingredient Tech

As the industry prepares for a new year of innovation, we looked at the latest batch of novel materials poised to shape product development in 2026 and beyond.