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For the first six months of 2024, the U.S. lip makeup segment was a juggernaut, expanding by 21% in dollar terms and 23% in unit terms. But that's far from the full story for brands seeking innovation opportunities.

2025’s Makeup Trends Move Beyond Lips & Blush

Solutions for underserved mature and acne-prone consumers, as well as emerging trends in eye and brow products, offer innovation for brands beyond color cosmetics' superstar sectors.

Consumers are testing the limits of beauty innovation like never before, demanding elevated value, efficacy, sustainability and experiences, from product to branding and packaging to marketing and social engagement.

Global Cosmetic Industry Reveals 2025 Beauty Themes

From skin and hair health to emerging technologies and manufacturing trends to the latest packaging and ingredient innovations, 2025's information agenda will equip brands to compete in a dynamic, competitive marketplace.

From Gen Alpha to longevity and (p)rejuvenation to elevated efficacy and obsession-worthy packaging, Beauty Accelerate 2025 will deliver insights from beauty's leading R&D, marketing and innovation voices.

Beauty Accelerate 2025: Future-proofing Beauty [Join the Waitlist!]

Returning to the East Coast, 2025's edition will highlight the technologies, trends and strategies propelling the most innovative brands.

During 'The Future of Skin Care-infused Cosmetics,' Black Swan Data will apply the power of AI to more than 8 million consumer conversations across TikTok, Instagram and X to help predict the future of the category.

Let Us Help Kick off Your Beauty Innovation for 2025 and Beyond

A forthcoming briefing taps AI to decode more than 8 million consumer conversations to predict the future of the category.

Circana points out that Gen Z comprises ¼ of makeup users; these shoppers are prone to treating themselves with makeup.

Makeup 2025: Skin Care & Indulgent Fun (+2024 Sales)

Circana points out that Gen Z comprises ¼ of makeup users; these shoppers are prone to treating themselves with makeup.

Where is beauty going next? Our experts in longevity, Gen Z and Alpha, dermocosmetics, and more have some ideas. Join us to set the innovation agenda fro 2025 and beyond.

The 2025-2026 Innovation Agenda: Beauty Accelerate Topic and Speaker Program Revealed

Featuring a diverse lineup of experts, including senior scientists, brand founders, and marketing pioneers from companies like L'Oréal, Estée Lauder, Supergoop! and Nutrafol, the event promises actionable strategies and fresh perspectives.

Christine Lafforgue, Ph.D., IFSCC Congress President 2025

How IFSCC 2025 Will Make Waves in Cannes — and in Beauty: Interview with Christine Lafforgue, Ph.D., Congress President

The 35th IFSCC Congress, to be held Sept. 15-18, 2025 in Cannes, France, will keep beauty innovators at the forefront of scientific progress in longevity, neuroscience, emotions and more. Here, Christine Lafforgue, Ph.D., congress president, explains.

The carmine-free solution allows brands to avoid perhaps unwanted scrutiny for carmine's insect sourcing, which has led to inflammatory consumer press headlines like 'Why you may have been eating insects your whole life.'

Eckart Unveils Carmine-free Syncrystal Very Berry for Pink or Violet Cosmetic Colors

Syncrystal Very Berry comprises pure synthetic fluorphlogopite flakes, which are responsible for the soft feel, vibrant color and extremely high purity.

Kojic acid has become increasingly popular, as seen in Peace Out Skincare's Dark Spots Serum, featuring kojic acid alongside 3% tranexamic acid and alpha-arbutin.

2025 Beauty Ingredient Trend Preview: What’s Next?

From silk-derived biotech to microbiome sexual wellness and beyond, new ingredients point to future innovation opportunities.

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.

SunPuro Natural Carotene O N70-2317 (INCI: Not Provided) and SunPURO Natural Carotene BTO N70-2527 (INCI: Not Provided) are globally approved natural colorants with orange-red hues derived from algae and fermented mushrooms, per Sun Chemical.

Sun Chemical to Expand Natural Pigments, Sacranex Anti-pollution Skin Care Actives at in-cos Global

SunPuro Natural Carotene O N70-2317 and SunPURO Natural Carotene BTO N70-2527 are globally approved natural colorants with orange-red hues derived from algae and fermented mushrooms, per Sun Chemical.

Ronaflux pigments act as a chroma intensifier without diluting color saturation, per the company. Their striking color effects reportedly cannot be recreated by blending other pigments, which can make them difficult to replicate by competing brands.

Say Hello to Ronaflux: Metal-free Metallic Pigments Redefining Makeup Innovation

While Ronaflux pigments are exceptional in dramatic formulations, they also provide extraordinary results in everyday make-up and in neutral looks because of their universally true colors and multi-functionality.

Annika Groenick, product and sales manager, Berg + Schmidt GmbH & Co. KG, says, “Sun care has traditionally been a category driven by seasonal sales. As UV radiation is known to be one of the major causes of skin cancer and premature skin aging, SPF is essential not only in traditional sunscreens but also in daily care products.'

Insider Insights: Sun Care & Color Cosmetics Trends + Launches | Packaging for Beauty | Ingestible Best Practices

Multi-functionality and sustainability are dominating these markets.

According to respondents, 35% of at-home users polish their nails on a weekly basis, with 27% polishing twice a month and 15% monthly (others polish less frequently).

Obsessed with Nail Care: A Timeless Consumer Beauty Favorite

Shoppers' favorite brands, habits and trends at home and in the salon.

Peptides are powering everything from lip-shaping color cosmetics to aesthetic neurotoxin treatment alternatives. Suppliers are also working to enhance performance and penetration of these key materials.

Peptide Beauty is Leveling Up in 2025

Peptides are everywhere; why is that?

The Iconic Essentials collection from MPlus Cosmetics, showcased at Cosmoprof Miami 2025.

MPlus Cosmetics at Cosmoprof Miami 2025

MPlus Cosmetics has recently unveiled its Iconic Essential collection during the Cosmopack North America Miami 2025 event. The collection includes a variety of cosmetic products, and features the new Black Gold jumbo mascara.

“This year’s award entries highlighted an incredible commitment to advancing cosmetic science...Congratulations to all the winners—your efforts are shaping the future of our industry.'

Drumroll, Please ... In-cosmetics Global 2025 Award Winners Revealed

“This year’s award entries highlighted an incredible commitment to advancing cosmetic science."

Beauty's thought leaders will be taking the Beauty Accelerate Los Angeles stage March 6-7, 2023, including marketing, R&D, data and retail experts from Goop, K18, Dermalogica/Unilever, Credo, Summer Fridays, Selfmade, Circana, AbbVie, Spate and more.

📢Goop, K18, Dermalogica, Credo, Summer Fridays, Selfmade, AbbVie & More Coming to Beauty Accelerate 2024

Hot topics include regenerative skin care, digitized product development, hair health breakthroughs, natural actives, beauty retail 2024-2025, inclusive innovation and much, much more. LIVE and in-person only!

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