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Conscious beauty, in particular color, has been a leading trend for 2020.

Ingredient Trends 2020-2021, Part 2

Part 2 of 2: From ingestible technology to clean and green materials, new breakthroughs abound.

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Beyond Wrinkles: The Ingredients Rewriting Beauty’s Biological Playbook

The industry is moving toward a model where skin care is designed to modulate the skin’s internal intelligence, adaptability and long-term biological trajectory.

Citruskin is an upcycled, clear yellow, Mandarin aqueous extract that is said to help the skin defend itself from extrinsic factors and soothe sensitive skin.

Biolie Reduces Redness and Irritation with Citruskin

Citruskin is an upcycled, clear yellow, mandarin aqueous extract that is said to help soothe the skin and help it defend itself from extrinsic factors.

According to DSM, the vitamin ingredient B12 will give products a pink hue.

DSM Adds to Quali Vitamins Portfolio with B12

DSM’s latest studies showed this vitamin B12 could help relieve fatigued and irritated skin, protect the skin barrier and promote a more vibrant-looking complexion.

U.S. prestige skin care sales in 2020 declined 11%

Skin Care 2021

New ingredients, packaging formats and market-driven brand positioning are elevating beauty’s self-care leader.

Because chaga mushrooms grow in a subarctic climate, they have developed strong adaptogenic properties for survival that translate into powerful anti-aging benefits, according to Integrity Ingredients Corp.

Integrity Ingredients Corp. Launches Chaga Mushroom Extract

Integrity Ingredients Corp. has developed two types of chaga mushroom extracts that reportedly offer antioxidant and anti-aging benefits.

Roelmi HPC’s SelectSIEVE Zen (INCI: Ocimum tenuiflorum (holy basil) (and) Melissa officinalis (lemon balm) (and) Sambucus nigra (elderberry extracts) is an eco-sustainable phytochemical complex designed to promote mental relaxation and mood improvement. The technology is thereby ideal for beauty supplements that offer additional wellness benefits.

The Beauty Ingredient Agenda: Sept. 2023

From mood-enhancing ingredients to collagen-boosting technologies to new encapsulation techniques, beauty innovation is set for continuous innovation.

Consumers expect products that deliver results. This demand is being met through the development of advanced delivery systems that target specific skin concerns, as well as the incorporation of potent ingredients such as peptides, proteins, and antioxidants.

New Beauty Ingredient Advances: Sustainability x Efficacy

This article examines novel ingredients and technologies available to cosmetic formulators, including a bioactivating hexapeptide derived from human skin to stimulate collagen production, fermented ingredients that inhibit glycation and more.

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

Wonderage and Senseryn were awarded 2021 BSB Innovation Awards in the 'Actives/Raw Materials' and 'Natural/Raw Materials' categories.

Provital's Wonderage and Senseryn Win BSB Innovation Awards

Provital’s Wonderage and Senseryn were awarded 2021 BSB Innovation Awards in the "Actives/Raw Materials" and "Natural/Raw Materials" categories.

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Skin Care Gets Smarter: Exploring Advanced Ingredient Technologies

Skin care is evolving, and advanced ingredient technologies are leading the way. From smart formulas that adapt to the skin's needs to cutting-edge innovations like encapsulated actives, the future of skin care is all about precision and effectiveness.

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Rose Metabolism, CBD Alternate and Hair Refresh Star in Ashland's in-cos Marquee

In addition to Ashland's marquee innovations at in-cosmetics this year, the company will underline the theme, "My Beauty, My Ritual" with products ranging from a rose petal extract and PVP polymer, to a CBD alternative.

In-cosmetics Day One Unveils New Technologies

At the first day of in-cosmetics 2008, a wealth of new technologies were unveiled. Among them...

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8 Ingredients You'll Find This November at in-cosmetics Asia 2024

Passport/visa? Check. Power adapter? Check. In-cos Asia badge? ... Don't forget! You'll be "wheels up" for Bangkok before you know it — and we can't wait. Here's a sneak preview of 8 ingredients you'll find there.

Described as perfect for beauty brands and marketers aiming to stay ahead, these products highlight the future of multitasking skin care.

Cohere Beauty Unveils 9 Advanced Skin Care Innovations

Designed to address a wide range of skin concerns, each product pairs targeted ingredients with advanced formulations to deliver high-performance results. From deep-cleansing solutions to age-defying treatments, here’s a closer look.

Empowering Brands to Innovate and Scale Faster: 27 Innovation Partners to Know

Whether you're looking for low-MOQ production, eco-friendly solutions, or next-generation technologies, this event is your chance to connect with top partners who can streamline your processes and elevate your brand.

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From Sunburn to Skin Peels: How Deinde's DHK-Powered Recovery Gel is Changing the Game

The biotech DHK is an antioxidant occurs naturally in prickly pear cactus, "which thrives in extremely harsh environments," per the company.

Science with the Glamour: Ingredients' Brand Impact

Beyond their obvious functional value, ingredients can be integral to the story beauty brands share with consumers.