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The company was founded in 2020 as an Imperial spinout based on research by CEO Francisco Malaret, Ph.D. (pictured); its new facility is designed to support both commercial manufacturing and continued R&D.

Nanomox Disrupts the Zinc Oxide Playbook for Mineral Sunscreen

Nanomox says its proprietary process enables precise control over zinc oxide’s particle size, shape and crystallinity, allowing the company to tune the material for both optical and UV-performance characteristics.

Debut and Natura have formed a strategic partnership to develop and commercialize an AI-discovered longevity ingredient complex that combines precision biotechnology with Amazonian biodiversity.

Editor’s Notebook: the Beauty Ingredients Driving Newness in the Market

From mango derivatives to upcycled hydrocarbons, ingredient technologies are rapidly evolving.

Inolex's LexFeel Enhance MB is a polymer-based technology aimed at stabilizing bemotrizinol and other organic UV filters while upgrading sensory performance, addressing one of sunscreen’s long-standing consumer pain points: feel.

Inolex Unveils Sunscreen Performance Booster as Bemotrizinol Clears US Regulatory Hurdles

LexFeel Enhance MB is a polymer-based technology aimed at stabilizing bemotrizinol while upgrading sensory performance.

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Beyond its tactile advantages, the polymer leaves the skin with a beautifully blurred, soft-focus optical finish.

Solabia USA Launches Oleoveil: The 100% Bio-Based Film Former Delivering a Silicone-Like Slip

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Susonity Boosts Sunscreen Performance with Eusolex T-STE

The move is expected to streamline product development, simplify supply chains and accelerate the launch of next-generation moisturizers, skin tints and hybrid complexion products.

BASF and dsm-firmenich Score Major Win as FDA Clears First New UV Filter in 27 Years

Lubrizol has introduced Eyeseryl All In peptide, a naturally derived, PFAS-free hexapeptide developed using AI-enabled discovery tools to comprehensively target seven key soft tissues surrounding the eye contour.

Lubrizol Unveils Triple Innovation Push Across Sustainable Textures, AI-Driven Eye Care and Biodegradable Rheology

“Nature-inspired ingredients, particularly marine-derived actives like algae and kelp, are playing a critical role in advancing both sustainability and skin protection,” says Michelle Chavez of Accupac.

In 2026, Sustainability is a Performance Engine in Next-Gen Formulation Design

The competition was fierce and the creativity, truly inspiring — with a record-breaking number of entries to prove it.

And the C&T Allē Award Goes To ... Unveiling the 2026 Winners

Ilia Beauty’s Sun Serum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 further underscores how sunscreen is being redefined through the rise of hybrid formats that merge protection, skin care treatment and sensorial experience into a single step.

The Innovations Tackling the SPF Confidence Gap

Univar Solutions will reveal five new sunscreen formulations developed to demonstrate the performance capabilities of Parsol Shield from dsm-firmenich, a UV filter innovation currently anticipated to receive FDA approval in the United States this summer.

Univar Solutions Spotlights Neurocosmetics, Urban Skin Care and Next-Gen UV Protection at NYSCC

Univar Solutions will reveal five new sunscreen formulations developed to demonstrate the performance capabilities of Parsol Shield from dsm-firmenich.

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Solésence Launches Two New Skin Health Technologies

Both technologies enable flexible formulation and high levels of efficacy.

Symrise’s Dragosine FG is a biomimetic L-carnosine dipeptide engineered to protect and repair skin at the cellular level.

Future-Ready Skin

Precision actives, sustainable performance, visible results—skincare engineered at its core.

From scalp to nails, natural oils are having a moment, opening the door to fresh innovation.

Infinite Oil: Turning Natural Oils into Viral Luxury Essentials

Elixir du Soleil is a lightweight, fast-absorbing face serum designed to deliver hydration, smoothness and a radiant finish while helping prepare and protect the skin.

Across its portfolio, Mane Kancor emphasized consistency, regulatory alignment and compatibility with modern cosmetic formulation requirements.

Nature Meets Performance: Mane Kancor Unveils Science-Backed Botanical Actives at in-cosmetics Global 2026

Mane Kancor positioned its botanical expertise and extraction technologies as a bridge between consumer expectations and formulation realities.

The 2026 results underscore a decisive shift: high-performance actives, biotech-driven sustainability and immersive, multi-sensory formats are the new baseline.

Biotech, Beauty & Beyond: in-cosmetics Global 2026 Awards Crown the Industry’s Next Wave of Innovation

High-performance actives, biotech-driven sustainability and immersive, multi-sensory formats are the new baseline.

Seppic's Solagum X+ is a 100% natural-origin cross-linked polysaccharide designed to bridge the gap between sensoriality and performance in natural formulation.

Seppic Takes on Inflammaging and Novel Textures with New Launches

Macro'Age has reportedly shown improvements in skin smoothness, tonicity and elasticity over 14–56 days.

Future-Proofing Formulations: Elevating Brand Performance and Value through Functional Fillers

Cosmetic effect pigments, functional fillers and active ingredients are strategic tools designed to deliver vibrant looks, consistent performance and a distinctive mark on your brand.

Wawhite, a natural cosmetic powder derived from babassu mesocarp, is intended for use across skin care, color cosmetics and sun care applications, offering elegant aesthetics and functional versatility.

Caribbean Natural Products Expands Sustainable Beauty Portfolio with Traceable Actives and Natural Performance Boosters

The company emphasizes fully traceable supply chains designed to deliver high-performance natural actives.