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Brands providing care for underserved shoppers will be increasingly tasked with delivering proven claims; at the same time, industry research and ingredient development will need to take into account the needs of every skin and hair type, as well as life stage.

7 Beauty Predictions for 2025

From clinical inclusivity to sustainable packaging scrutiny to novel biotech, the year to come will be pivotal for the industry's trajectory.

Barry Alford and Jefferson Hoffman, Founders, Alford & Hoff, Inc.

Skin Care Brand Focuses on Male Luxury Consumers

Profile: Barry Alford and Jefferson Hoffman, Founders, Alford & Hoff, Inc.,

Three of the top 10 most cited confidence boosters are hair related, including good hair days and new hairstyles, as well as successful covering of gray hairs.

Hair Care 2025: Scalp Health & Category Blur

Pro and pro-inspired hair care is increasingly going mainstream. Salon-grade brands now make up about 10% of Target's hair assortment, while Sephora offers more than 1,000 products from professional and salon brands.

Several factors are fueling this trend towards minimalism in beauty. At the forefront is the growing fatigue with cluttered bathroom cabinets, paired with an increased awareness of sustainability and ethical consumption.

Think Slow, Move Fast: Beauty Needs Less Clutter, More Impact

How is the trend toward "fewer, better products" shaping consumer behavior in the beauty industry?

Inside the Mind of an Inclusive Investor: Laurel Mintz of Fabric VC and Elevate My Brand

Trends in Alphabet Creams

As the BB cream trend grows into CC, DD, EE and options all down the alphabet, consumers continue to be drawn to these multifunctional products—but is there a bursting bubble in the category’s future?

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9 Microtrends in Beauty: Lip Stain Masque, Catrina Makeup (and Controversy), Halloween Makeup and More

C&T's Consumer Pulse series on the socials highlights emerging searches related to cosmetics. Here, we expand on those themes. This edition includes: Halloween makeup, Catrina makeup (and controversy), lip stain masque, bow and green chrome nails, etc.

The Naturals Consumer: 12 Truths

The path to success in naturals is reaching all consumers, addressing the whole person—spiritually and emotionally—and educating them. Tell your story.

A Lesson in Sustainability: Natura's Marcos Vaz

Natura’s sustainability director talks about the advantages and barriers of adopting the responsible use of biodiversity as a platform for ingredients and product development, demonstrating it is possible to achieve the perfect balance between social development and economic success.

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Sex Appeal: Four Tips for Marketing Men’s Products to Guys and the Women Who Buy for Them

Marketers must focus first on aptly targeted emotional marketing and the relevant benefits that products can provide and then on who is making the actual purchase: the man in question or a woman in his life.

Global Fragrance Market Booms

Forecasts suggest that fragrance, historically one of the least dynamic segments, will continue the improved fortunes it saw over the last year for the mid- to long term. Euromonitor International explores the drivers and trends that are expected to buoy growth through 2011.

A recent Kline report notes that retailers like Target have responded with “Tween Skin Care” sections to direct shoppers to age-appropriate products.

Pro-aging: Gen Alpha to Boomers

Every age cohort of consumer is seeking something slightly different from anti-aging skin care.

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What is the Sephora Shopper Seeking?

Part 1: The 2015 PinkReport: The Sephora Shopper provides a generational analysis of the U.S. female consumers’ purchase influencers, shopping behaviors and buying patterns.*

Chicago Emerges as Brand Hub

“Chicago is emerging as the next fashion capitol.” Spoken by “Windy City” Mayor Richard M. Daley, this statement sums up what fashion-savvy designers and beauty industry authorities, both domestically and internationally, have realized over the last few years. The Midwest has emerged as a strong competitor in the beauty market—with Chicago in the hot seat—encompassing sensational color cosmetic, fine fragrance, hair care and skin care brands.

Fragrance Gains in 2006

According to Euromonitor International’s latest data, fragrances put in a surprise appearance as a top performer in the cosmetics and toiletries market.

It’s all about what we need as we evolve, and this natural and high-tech fusion will continue to shape the spa industry.

The Spa Industry Has Become A Fusion of Natural And High Tech

The spa world is going through a mountain of changes from technological advancements to self-care improvements to redefined medicine to cleaner materials to inclusive sexual wellness to spiritual awakening and more.

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Top 15 Beauty Predictions for 2025: Insider Insights

We prompted a variety of leaders within the beauty industry to share their thoughts on the oncoming trend forecast for 2025.

While overall makeup growth is slow, several key segments are growing—notably lip and cheek products, setting sprays, and other select categories.

7 Top Makeup Growth Sectors for 2025

A close read of recent consumer data reveals areas of opportunity to tap growth in the color cosmetic sector.

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