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DSM-Firmenich's Parsol SLX Said to Boost Sunscreen Performance by 50%

The technology could potentially allow brands to minimize chemical loads in formulations.

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Chemyunion Highlights Green Extraction with Revinage MB Retinoid Alternative, Physavie 250 MB Skin Soother and More

Supercritical CO₂ extraction produces high-quality ingredients that meet the demands of both performance and sustainability in cosmetic formulation, per the company.

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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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Berg+Schmidt Charts a Course for Formulators with Texture & Sensory Compass

The digital tool categorizes formulation types, from milk to cream and butter, while linking them to corresponding sensory profiles.

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Seqens Debuts AdvensProtect OE Green 100% Biobased Multifunctional

The ingredient combines humectant, emollient, deodorizing and preservative-boosting properties.

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Rita Corporation Showcases Innovative Hair Defense, Stable Vitamin C and Sustainable Surfactants

Ritafactants are biobased surfactants made from renewable raw materials, designed to deliver effective and eco-friendly solutions for personal care and household products.

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Expanscience Debuts Tulsinity Bio, a Dual-Action Nutraceutical for Skin and Mind, for European Market

Derived from organic holy basil (Ocimum sanctum), Tulsinity Bio is reportedly standardized in key bioactive molecules known for their adaptogenic and antioxidant properties.

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Top Derms Agree: These Skin Care Ingredients Work Best

In a Northwestern Medicine study, a host of nationwide experts identified the best topical skin care ingredients for given skin conditions. The review focused on recommendations by cosmetic dermatologists and narrowed a list of 318 to just 23.

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AmphiStar Secures €12.5M to Accelerate Beauty's Sustainable Surfactants Revolution

AmphiStar’s platform leverages synthetic biology to create tailored biosurfactants for specific applications.

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Ichimaru Pharcos Presents PeoGlow for Correcting Uneven Skin Tone Caused by AGEs and RAGE

With PeoGlow, Ichimaru Pharcos aims to offer a scientifically backed approach to the glycation cascade, correcting brown, black and gray discoloration for a clearer, more even-toned complexion.

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Inolex Highlights Natural Dispersing Solution for Ultra-light Mineral Sunscreens

The ingredient is said to support formulators aiming to meet clean and natural formulation goals while improving the sensory and visual profile of mineral-based sun care products.

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Qore is Turning Iowa Corn Into Sustainable Beauty and Packaging

This alternative to fossil-derived BDO can be used in the manufacture of PVP, a water-soluble polymer used as a film former in cosmetics like mascara and eyeliner.

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Shin-Etsu Silicones of America Introduces Soft-Focus Microplastic Alternatives for Cosmetics

These ingredients are designed to replace traditional microplastics, while maintaining aesthetic, sensory and functional qualities in cosmetic formulations.

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What's New in Beauty Manufacturing: Industrial Innovations in Precision Dispensing, Heat Sealing and Biotechnology

This article highlights the latest updates and innovations across various industries, from advanced dispensing and sealing technologies to corporate expansions and strategic partnerships.

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The Clinical Revolution: Why Efficacy, Trust and Transparency Are Driving Beauty's Future: Insider Insights

In an era of ingredient-savvy "skintellectuals" and a collective demand for tangible results, the beauty industry is experiencing a seismic shift toward clinically-backed products.

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Spectra Colors Corp's FDA Certified Fluorescein Colorants

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Global Cosmetics Regulation in Flux: Policy Reforms, Recalls and Market Access Shifts

Reforms for cosmetics across the U.S., EU, UK and China are reshaping product safety, market access and compliance obligations.

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Campo Research's South Pacific True Monoi Oil