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The innovation provides a sustainable, high-performance delivery system that addresses growing consumer demands for eco-friendly solutions.

Spray-Tek Secures Patent for Biodegradable Microencapsulation Technology

The patented process modifies natural biopolymers to create durable core/shell microcapsules with low permeability for higher biodegradability.

The AI model will allow L'Oreal to 'reach extra performance and consumer satisfaction in every cosmetic category and every region of the world,' according to the companies.

L'Oréal and IBM Are Betting AI Can Make Beauty More Effective & Sustainable

The model itself will be trained on "a broad set of unlabeled data, capable of performing various tasks and applying information from one situation to another."

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Mibelle Biochemistry Launches CollPerfect P6 for Collagen Synthesis, Dermal Remodeling

The encapsulated bioactivating hexapeptide is derived from the sequence of human skin type I collagen.

The demand for effective, results-oriented skin care will continue to drive innovation, with technology playing a central role.

Launch Lab: Beyond Cosmetic Packaging

With advances in technology and a growing consumer demand for results-driven skin care, there’s a fundamental shift in how products are developed, applied and experienced.

Event attendees will discover how plant endophytes serve as a sustainable and effective source for creating new natural active ingredients—pushing the boundaries beyond traditional ferments in beauty to deliver innovative ecosystem-based ingredients.

How Plant Endophytes & Biotech Are Creating New Natural Active Beauty Ingredients

"More and more brands are seeing the benefits of using lab grown ingredients ... to elevate formulas and help blend the best of science, tech and nature," Mintel reported last year.

SkinGPT can visually generate and predict what effects certain external factors, like UV exposure, active ingredients or skin care products, will have on a consumer's skin over time.

Haut.AI’s SkinGPT and Interactive 'Generative Skin' Technology + Q&A with Founder/CEO Anastasia Georgievskaya

Haut.AI, in collaboration with ULTA Beauty, has announced the commercial launch of its advanced SkinGPT and GenerativeSkin technologies. These innovative solutions represent a significant advancement in beauty and skin care technology.

From AI-driven discoveries to plant-based ingredients and preservative-free solutions, the beauty industry is innovating sustainability and product performance.

Advanced Beauty Ingredients & Cutting Edge Claims

The beauty industry is at the forefront of innovation, advancing both sustainability and product performance through cutting-edge solutions. Key developments include AI-driven discoveries, plant-based ingredients, and preservative-free formulations.

Beauty influencers have had a significant impact on the beauty industry, especially after the launch of TikTok shop.

What’s Driving Beauty & Personal Care Growth in 2025?

Beauty consumers are seeking natural ingredients, personalized experiences, and sustainable solutions. With the rise of AI and social media, the U.S. beauty market is poised for explosive growth, reaching an estimated $104.10 billion in 2025.

Longevity isn’t just about products; it’s a full-on movement. Mintel recently noted that combining holistic wellness with cutting-edge tech is opening up massive opportunities. From exosomes for hair and skin rejuvenation to cellular-level innovations, beauty is no longer just about looking good—it’s about living better, longer.

The Future of Beauty: How Longevity is Shaping Innovation

How R&D, product innovation and marketing teams can tap into the red-hot longevity market.

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Croda Beauty Highlights PFAS-free Peptides, Commits to Complete Portfolio Transition by 2026

"By eliminating substances like TFA (trifluoroacetic acid) from our peptide synthesis processes, we prioritize both consumer safety and sustainability," Croda Beauty explained.

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Brenntag, Cambrium Collab to Launch NovaColl Vegan Collagen in European Markets

This collaboration combines Brenntag’s market expertise in ingredient distribution with Cambrium’s biotechnology approach, which integrates artificial intelligence (AI) and precision fermentation.

“Traditionally, large peptides and proteins have struggled to penetrate the skin due to their size and instability,” says Alexandre Reeber, president and CEO of Core Biogenesis.

Oleosome-protein Fusions from Core Biogenesis Provide Deep Delivery of Skin Care Actives: Report

This fusion stabilizes the protein and peptide structures and facilitates deep delivery, as validated through skin explant studies conducted by the company.

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Shiseido and Kose Honored at CES Innovation Awards 2025 for Beauty Technologies

Shiseido and Kose earned accolades at the CES Innovation Awards 2025 for virtual and analytical tech. Both brands are pushing the boundaries of beauty innovation, merging technology with self-care to shape the future of the industry.

With Nuon’s tech-infused applicators, brands can maximize the efficacy of each product.

The Future of Skin Care: How Nuon’s Revolutionary Technology Amplifies Beauty

Nuon Medical is providing brands with tools that enhance efficacy, elevate user experience, and support sustainability. With Nuon’s support, brands can launch products that combine scientific rigor with cutting-edge technology.

Damage from heat styling is a key product claims sought by today's hair care shoppers; new ingredients reinforce these benefits.

Hair Care's Newest Wellness Ingredients

Top prestige hair care growth sectors outpacing the market include heat protectants and scalp care, which are both part of the broader hair wellness and skinification trends.

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Ultrafine Bubbles to Transform Water for the Sustainable Topical Delivery of Actives

This work examines the potential of water, treated via an ultrafine bubble technology, to deliver actives into skin. The penetration of niacinamide and carnosine (peptide) from a cosmetic formula is evaluated. Additional applications are proposed.

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2025 Will See Faster, More Ethical and Accurate SPF Testing: ISO Approves Two New Methods

In December 2024, the ISO gave its long-awaited final approval of two SPF test methods that experts say are more ethical, economical and accurate than current approaches. One in particular is also reportedly faster, reducing analysis from weeks to days.

BASF has launched a new synthetic peptide for skin care that aligns with the slow aging trend.

New Beauty Ingredients: from Pro-aging to Ingestible Sun Defense

To keep beauty innovators up on the latest technologies, Global Cosmetic Industry and Cosmetics & Toiletries prepare ingredient trend bulletins breaking down the latest emerging technologies, clinicals and more.