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Singer Alicia Keys (pictured) partnered with dermatologist Renée Snyder, M.D., to develop Keys Soulcare’s first SPF product in its skin care line: Protect Your Light Daily Moisturizer with SPF 30.

New Sunscreen Launches: Keys Soulcare and COSRX

Keys Soulcare and COSRX both launched new dermatologist-backed SPF skin care offerings that pledge to protect the skin from the sun’s harmful rays while addressing the signs of aging.

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The 2017 CEW Beauty Insider Award Winners

"The winners of the CEW Beauty Insider Awards are selected by industry experts, giving consumers a ‘seal of approval’ they can trust for making purchase decisions.”

Image Skincare launched its new Daily Prevention SPF collection, featuring six products.

Image Skincare Debuts SPF Collection Amid Growing Consumer Interest in Sun Care Products

A report released by Grand View Research shows that the global sun care cosmetics market size was valued at $8.5 billion in 2022 and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 8.3% from 2023 to 2030.

More consumers are choosing facial moisturizers that contain SPFs, as they are seen as an affordable substitute for sun protection for consumers who wish to simplify their beauty routines and reduce their discretionary spending.

Skin Health & Sun Care 2025 Playbook

Data from Euromonitor's AI-powered platform that measures the incidence of new launches at online retailers reveals innovation in proactive skin care and multifunctional sun care are helping drive product launches and trends in the industry.

Hero Force Shield SPF 30 acne skin front of pack

Product Spotlight: Hero Superlight Sunscreen with SPF 30

The weightless gel-cream formula is designed to absorb quickly to provide hydration without feeling greasy. Furthermore, its sheer green tint instantly balances redness, and the barely-there finish doubles as a light primer.

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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.

Sun Care Entering a Twilight Period?

As consumers keep searching for convenience and added value, what does the future hold for the sun care industry?

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SPF Gets Skinified: Why 2026 Sun Care Is Built on Longevity, Recovery and Lifestyle

Growth is now driven by disruptive innovations in medical aesthetics, longevity science and experiential lifestyle marketing.

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When SPF Becomes a Lifestyle

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365 Days of SPF: Sun Care Shines Year-Round

Growing consumer awareness opens up opportunities beyond traditional seasonal and format conventions.

Paraben and Formaldehyde Removal, in-cosmetics 2014 Launches, and More Beauty Ingredient News and Launches for Late March 2014

Get the latest news from TRI-K Industries, BASF, Merck, Impact Colors and more, as well as in-cosmetics 2014 launches from Croda, Dow, CareSil, Corbion Purac and Momentive.

Good Manufacturing Practices, Launches from in-cosmetics 2014, and More Beauty Ingredient News and Launches for Early April 2014

Track the variety of launches from the 2014 in-cosmetics in Hamburg, Germany, as well as news on BASF, Clariant and more.

The desire for skin care-makeup hybrids has been gaining steam in recent years, with SPF claims no exception

Beautifying Sun Protection in 2025: Top Innovation Targets

From emerging ingredient technologies and testing methods to unique formats, SPF-powered beauty is leveling up.

“Consumers may find it difficult to understand and compare products when SPF labeling and regulations differ,” says Sundeep Gill, PharmD, co-founder of Sun Deep Inc. “For instance, what constitutes SPF 30 in one country might not be the same in another due to different testing criteria.'

Top Sun Care Trends: Insider Insights

“Consumers no longer want to choose between sun protection and skin care, and they demand ethical, sustainable and inclusive products,” says Margaret Sullivan, technical service scientist at Arcaea.

The transition toward 'clean,' sustainable and vegan formulations hasn't been linear; despite this, high-functioning alternatives continue to proliferate.

'Clean' Beauty Swaps: New Ingredients & Headwinds

The transition toward “clean,” sustainable and vegan formulations hasn’t been linear; despite this, high-functioning alternatives continue to proliferate.

For athletes who face intense sun exposure and sweat conditions, sunscreen development requires careful formulation to achieve effective protection, durability, and a cosmetically elegant feel.

SPF Sunscreen: A Run Towards Healthier Sunscreen by Sun Deep Cosmetics

Nikita Gill and Jocelyn Manfut from Sun Deep Cosmetics explain the difference in sun protection ingredients and emphasize the importance of using the right formulas for athletic consumers.

When Summer Fades, Skin Concerns Remain

Following a summer in the sun, consumers are now seeking out products to repair sun damage, as well as those that might help prevent future damage.

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Beauty’s New Class of Anti-Aging Ingredient Tech

As the industry prepares for a new year of innovation, we looked at the latest batch of novel materials poised to shape product development in 2026 and beyond.