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Soltellus is a biodegradable alternative to the non-biodegradable polymers used in current personal care formulations.

Lygos Launches Soltellus Multi-functional Sustainable Polymers for Skin and Hair Applications

Soltellus is a biodegradable alternative to the non-biodegradable polymers used in current personal care formulations.

Fragrance sales continued to grow robustly in 2024, driven by both value and a desire for high quality.

2024 Beauty Sales Point to a Prestige-Masstige Growth Cycle Through 2027

Overall prestige beauty sales are expected to increase 5% year-over-year in 2025, with growth slowing to 4% for 2026 and 3% in 2027.

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When SPF Becomes a Lifestyle

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And the C&T Allē Award Goes To ... Unveiling the 2026 Winners

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Lubrizol Unveils Triple Innovation Push Across Sustainable Textures, AI-Driven Eye Care and Biodegradable Rheology

K18 Future IQ hair longevity serum bottle with molecular graphics on iridescent background

Hairspan Goes Luxury: K18 Bets $120 That Hair Longevity Is Beauty's Next Premium Frontier

K18 just redefined luxury hair care with a $120 longevity serum that prevents aging before it starts.

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Sabinsa Debuts Babchiol Retinol Alternative, Highlights Naturals and Nutricosmetics at NYSCC

Babchiol (INCI: Bakuchiol), extracted from Psoralea corylifolia, is presented as a retinol alternative that offers the same anti-aging benefits as retinoids but gentler, and without the risk of adverse effects.

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DSM-Firmenich Gears Up for In-cos Global with Skin/Hair Anti-aging, Sun Protection Solutions

Designed to meet the evolving needs of consumers, these sustainability-led, state-of-the-art ingredients aim to redefine the realms of UV protection, skin aging and hair health.

Carbopol BioSense polymer is Lubrizol's first readily biodegradable rheology modifier extracted from sustainably sourced eucalyptus forests.

Lubrizol Boosts Skin's Bioelectricity with Lectroglaze – Plus Three Polymers to Advance Sustainability

These novel ingredients showcase advances in biotechnology, the skin microbiome, polymer science and sustainability while addressing key trends in skin, hair and personal care formulations.

About Time We Met, is an Australian-made proof-of-concept range including a skin oil, repair serum, radiance serum, restorative night cream, day cream, foaming cleanser, refreshing mist, cream cleanser and AHA clay mask, all of which featured Indian sandalwood oil. Inclusion levels of the oil ranged from from 0.2% to 5.0%, according to Quintis.

Sandalwood-driven Beauty Creates Mind-beauty Connections

In formulations, the ingredient can calm the mind and relieve anxiety, reduce signs of aging and skin inflammation, and allow fragrances to linger longer.

Exosomal Beauty is Here: Small, but Mighty

Beauty ingredient suppliers and brands are tapping tiny, powerful particles to rejuvenate the hair and skin.

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Clean Food Group's Fermented Clean Oil 25 Secures Cosmetics Approval

Clean Food Group has secured cosmetics approval for its fermented Clean Oil 25 in the UK, Europe and the U.S. Developed with THG LABS and Croda, this sustainable alternative to traditional oils is now ready for commercial use in skin and hair care.

Marketdefense releases a report that explores U.S. consumers shopping behavior specifically when looking for beauty and personal care products on Amazon.

Breaking Down Amazon Prime’s Big Deal Days 2024 Beauty Sales Trends

A recent analysis report was released from MarketDefense, exploring consumer shopping behavior within the beauty sector from Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, which took place October 8-9.

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How K-Beauty Conquered 2025 Through TikTok Shop and Product Innovation

K-Beauty has captured consumers' attention — and capital. While TikTok has accelerated brand discovery, product innovation has fostered consumer engagement. Here, TikTok's Ajay Salpekar helps us dig into what makes these products so successful.

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Editor’s Notebook: the Beauty Ingredients Driving Newness in the Market

From mango derivatives to upcycled hydrocarbons, ingredient technologies are rapidly evolving.

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.

Croda's Crodamol GTS (INCI: C10-14 alkyl polypropanediol-3 myristate) vegetable-derived emollient reportedly imparts significant smoothness and shine across multiple hair types.

Croda's Crodamol GTS Vegetable-derived Emollient Delivers Serious Smoothness

At Suppliers' Day 2024, Croda featured the technology in an anti-humidity mango and avocado hair-finishing butter.

North America leads in revenue due to its demand for high-end and natural beauty products, with East Asia predicted to exhibit the fastest growth (6.9% CAGR), driven by China and South Korea's remarkable market performance.

Partnering for Growth: Key Insights into Beauty Manufacturing in 2025

According to a report from FactMR, the global cosmetic manufacturing market is expected to reach $878.88 billion by 2034, driven by demand for innovation, personalization and sustainability.