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Section: Brands & Products > Skin Care
'We believe skin transformation can be joyful, and this is an important ethos of the brand,' says Rao.
The Joyful Transformation Behind the Award-winning Parëva Beauty: Science, Transparency and Skin Longevity
"Running a startup feels like stepping into a boxing ring—every day is a mix of strategy, endurance and staying on your feet through unpredictable hits."
Jun 2nd, 2025
Targeting plasmin levels in the epidermis can have a positive effect across all skin layers and it was with this goal in mind that dsm-firmenich designed its smart dipeptide SYN-UP®.
Reawaken the Skin’s Potential!
By targeting the enzyme plasmin, SYN-UP® unlocks your skin's longevity and drives improvement across all skin layers.
Jul 1st, 2024
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.
Oct 30th, 2024
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.,
Nov 14th, 2008
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C.O. Bigelow Delivers Old-fashioned Hospitality in a Tech-driven World
An ICMAD Spotlight interview with Ian Ginsberg, president of C.O. Bigelow Apothecaries.
Jul 30th, 2018
Brent Ridge, co-founder of Beekman 1802, and Trisha Khanna, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist, show off the brand's new exosome-powered Milk RX.
Exosomal Beauty is Here: Small, but Mighty
Beauty ingredient suppliers and brands are tapping tiny, powerful particles to rejuvenate the hair and skin.
Oct 1st, 2024
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How to Position a Natural Brand
Find your white space, define who you are, understand the challenges of sourcing truly natural ingredients and tell your story, authentically.
Apr 20th, 2016
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Rethinking Anti-aging
Demographics and consumer mindsets have changed; products designed to address their aging goals also need to change.
Aug 31st, 2017
Ayurveda: Ancient Ideas, Modern Implementations
An overview of ayurveda, “beauty inside out,” and ayurvedic herbs with potential for beauty brands.
Apr 7th, 2011
Growing Cosmeceutical Applications
Complementary to the September 2008 feature "Cosmeceuticals: Still Topical," the author explores formulation challenges, preservatives, skin lightening and other topics.
Sep 29th, 2008
Inflammation and Aging
Low-level irritants, such as pollutants, can trigger an almost ongoing inflammatory reaction that is a major culprit in aging skin.
Mar 7th, 2011
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?
Feb 24th, 2014
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.
Oct 3rd, 2008
Olay subjected its Professional Pro-X line to multistage clinical trials to substantiate claims that the products reduced the appearance of facial fine lines and wrinkles.
Pushing Boundaries: Claims & Substantiation in Skin Care
Brand owners and suppliers discuss the latest science behind the ingredients they say offer solid clinical test results.
Apr 7th, 2009
Genomics—Advanced Tools to Combat Aging
The science of genomics seems daunting, but it is essentially just a refined way of looking at wrinkles, hydration, pigmentation. The goal is the same—youthful skin.
Jun 3rd, 2010
The Spa Market as a Distribution Channel
Engaged, dedicated skin care professionals and consumers are bonuses of distributing a skin care brand in the spa channel, but there are challenges.
Apr 28th, 2014
Ingrid Jackel, CEO and chairwoman of Physicians Formula.
The Pursuit of Wow
Utilizing first-to-market innovations, smart marketing strategies, and the passion of those in front of and behind the brand, Physicians Formula CEO and chairwoman Ingrid Jackel is guiding her company to a stellar spot in the marketplace.
May 3rd, 2011
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.
Aug 31st, 2010
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