Brands & Products | Global Cosmetic Industry

The companies plan to jointly explore new cosmetic raw materials, active ingredients, sensory signatures and product formats, including concepts inspired by South Korean beauty trends and consumer preferences.

L’Oréal Looks to K-Beauty for Next-Generation Innovation

K-beauty influence is increasingly moving beyond individual product trends toward formulation, sensory design and the development process itself.

Cosmetic Droppers: inside Lumson's engineering approach

Cosmetic Droppers: inside Lumson's engineering approach

Behind every cosmetic dropper lies a complex engineering process. Discover Lumson's approach to designing dispensing systems that combine precision, aesthetics, manufacturing expertise and consistent, reliable performance.

California-based contract manufacturer Cosmetic Group USA's BioBarrier Ceramide Cleansing Oil Stick advances the cleansing stick format with a ceramide-powered oil-gel technology designed to remove makeup, sunscreen and daily buildup while preserving skin comfort.

The Skin Care Toolbox: Next-Gen Ingredients and Concept Products for Longevity, Barrier Health & Beyond

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Gen Z already represents roughly one-quarter of the world's population and is projected to surpass Baby Boomers in annual global spending within the next five years, reaching an estimated $12 trillion according to NielsenIQ. Meanwhile, Gen Alpha is entering the beauty market earlier than previous generations.

The Next Generation of Beauty Packaging: Designing for Gens Z and Alpha

Tomorrow's winning brands will develop products that are easy for AI to understand, compelling for creators to explain and simple for consumers to trust.

Ingredients Are the New SEO: How AI and TikTok Are Rewriting the Rules of Skin Care

From precision root touch-ups and discreet gray blending to tactile dispensing systems and climate-responsive formats, the latest innovations point to a category where how a product is delivered is becoming as important as what it delivers.

Hair Care’s Next Move: Gray, Sensory and Climate-Ready

Cosmetic Droppers: inside Lumson's engineering approach

Cosmetic Droppers: inside Lumson's engineering approach

Cosmetic Droppers: inside Lumson's engineering approach

Cosmetic Droppers: inside Lumson's engineering approach

Behind every cosmetic dropper lies a complex engineering process. Discover Lumson's approach to designing dispensing systems that combine precision, aesthetics, manufacturing expertise and consistent, reliable performance.

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The Estée Lauder Companies Announces Expanded Roles for Brian Franz and Amber English

Xavier Leclerc de Hauteclocque, founder and CEO of IBG, said, 'Webpac and Avantade bring some of the most innovative sourcing and e-commerce technologies in the market—a perfect complement to our current unique offering.'

IBG Takes Aim at Beauty’s Fragmented Sourcing Chain With Webpac, Avantade

The deal is designed to accelerate IBG’s push to build what it describes as the beauty industry’s first end-to-end B2B marketplace.

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Global Cosmetic Industry Launches Living Online Supplier Directory

The online directory is a living resource. Suppliers can update their own listings in real time, helping ensure that company information, capabilities and offerings remain current as businesses evolve.

From left: Justin Boxford, global president, Luxury Beauty Brands, Erica Kwok, senior vice president and general manager of Estée Lauder, and Magalie Parksuwan, senior vice president and general manager, La Mer.

Estée Lauder Reshapes Luxury Brand Leadership as Sandra Main Prepares to Retire

Justin Boxford takes expanded luxury portfolio; Erica Kwok named Estée Lauder GM and Magalie Parksuwan expands La Mer remit.

South Korean brands transforms innovation into mass-market consumer experiences through disruptive formats, high-sensory appeal and visible results in a short time.

Asia’s Beauty Blueprint: 10 Innovation Trends

From China’s biotech and Korea’s consumer creativity to Japan’s precision science, the Asian beauty ecosystem is reshaping cosmetic breakthroughs.

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Ice Spice Launches Debut Fragrance at Ulta Beauty

Behind Ice Spices' debut fragrance, In Ha Mood.

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Briogeo Founder Launches New Hair Care Brand, Soulstice

The serum is made up of over 90% active ingredients derived from 12 medicinal plants.

Dr. Hauschka Launches Hydrating Serum Plus

Hydrating Serum Plus is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive, dry and dehydrated skin.

Ultra Violette Makes U.S. Sunscreen History With First Bemotrizinol Launch

The sunscreen ingredient Americans have waited 27 years to access finally arrives.

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rhode Announces Official Launch Date for Its Retail Expansion in Europe with Sephora

Customer Love Isn’t Enough. This is What Investor Simran Suri Really Wants in Beauty.

Frank insights into improving investor decks, improving elevator pitches, the most overhyped and underestimated beauty concepts, and more.