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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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The Science Behind Cosmetic Claims: Q&A with MedPharm Experts

Cosmetic claims should be backed by science. Discover how MedPharm combines human-relevant models, formulation expertise, and clinical testing to generate robust data that supports meaningful, evidence-based product claims.

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CrossChem Launches Dual-Action Hair and Scalp Active

Glyplex is available for rinse-off, leave-on and professional hair and scalp formulations.

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Matrixyl® Neolide™: Next-Generation Peptide Delivery Targets Skin Longevity and Post-Procedure Recovery

Matrixyl® Neolide™ slows peptide delivery by up to 15 times compared to non-encapsulated peptides.

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Estée Lauder Wants to Rewrite the Science of Shade Matching

ELC’s research will examine how consumers perceive undertones and subtle color differences under real-world viewing conditions.

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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.

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BASF Brings Epigenetic Science to Floral Skin Care Actives

The launch moves floral extracts beyond the traditional “natural botanical” positioning and into the territory of precision bioactives.

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P2 Science Brings Green Chemistry to 2026 Complexion Trends With New 'Feel Good Color' Collection

The launch expands P2 Science’s broader “Feel Good” platform, positioning green chemistry as a tool for meeting some of beauty’s fastest-moving demands.

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Ashland's stabileze S Polymer Replaces Multiple Rheology Modifiers with One Nature-Derived Solution

Suitable for leave-on skin care, sun care and hair care applications, stabileze s polymer reflects the growing demand for multifunctional ingredients that reduce formulation complexity.

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Ashland's n-hance CCG 75 Brings Crystal-Clear Conditioning to Clean Beauty Formulations

Positioned for a broad range of rinse-off and leave-on applications the ingredient is also cold-processable, simplifying formulation and manufacturing.

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Beyond Metals and Dyes: Susonity Advances Pigment & Functional Filler Innovation

Susonity showcased technologies in multifunctional prototype concepts at the NYSCC Suppliers' Day.

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in-cosmetics Korea Awards Spotlight AI, Exosomes and K-Beauty's Next Ingredient Wave

Collectively, this year's winners underscore several defining trends in cosmetic R&D.

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Givaudan's Scentaurus Aquamelon Brings Multi-Day Freshness to Hair Care

“Consumer research across multiple markets reveals a consistent demand for more fragrance performance in hair care and it is no longer measured at rinse-off and drying but throughout the entire day."

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Hairspan Goes Luxury: K18 Bets $120 That Hair Longevity Is Beauty's Next Premium Frontier

K18 just redefined luxury hair care with a $120 longevity serum that prevents aging before it starts.

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Scalp Care Gets Smarter: Solésence Targets Barrier Repair, UV Protection and OTC Claims

The launches underscore the emergence of the scalp as an extension of skin care.

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

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

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Beyond the Bottle: Fragrance Giants Race to Reinvent Delivery Systems for the Next Generation of Personal Care

Delivery systems are becoming strategic innovation platforms rather than behind-the-scenes formulation tools.

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The Procedure-to-Product Pipeline Is Growing: New Consumer Survey Data

Providing the proof that consumers seek will give them permission to explore the pre- and post-procedure skin care products that have piqued shoppers' interest.