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Valida S+ is said to provide a wrinkle-filling, skin-smoothing blurring effect that enhances both the look and feel of formulations.

Ultra Chemical Spotlights Valida S+ for Smoother Skin, Stable Formulations

Ultra Chemical spotlights Sappi's Valida S+, a bio-based, highly fibrillated cellulose that stabilizes without emulsifiers, improves spreadability and more.

Big Kelp Flex harnesses the regenerative properties of seaweed instead to create a superabsorbent ingredient that efficiently suspends particles in mineral sunscreens.

Goodbye, Microplastics: Beauty’s Glow-Up for a Greener Future

From silicone-based alternatives to seaweed-derived cellulose, these newly launched innovations aim to deliver luxury and ethics.

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How the EU's Proposed Regulation Clean-up Benefits Cosmetic Companies

The draft proposal reportedly "responds to growing concerns in the cosmetics sector regarding the interpretive rigidity of the current legal framework and the obstacles it poses to innovation."

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.

While stress starts in the mind, it doesn’t stay there. Chronic stress can trigger an overproduction of cortisol—the body’s stress hormone—which compromises the skin barrier, increases inflammation and leads to visible concerns like acne, dullness and premature aging.

Built for Burnout: How Potion Tackles Stress-Smart Skin Care

In an age of overstimulation and chronic stress, people need skin care that keeps up with real life. The founder of Potion Skincare explains how she did just that.

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4 U.S. Bills Propose Ban on 18 Cosmetic Ingredients, Fill the MoCRA 'Gap'

This legislative effort reflects growing public interest in ingredient safety and environmental health.

Want to reach California's beauty movers and shakers? Reserve your spot in the California SCC's Suppliers' Day official show program.

Maximize Your Impact: Advertise in the Official California SCC Suppliers’ Day Show Program!

Beyond the show floor, a PDF of this year's show program also will be sent to 7,500 California SCC Members prior to the show.

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Grant Industries Appoints Francisco Espinoza Technical Manager for Western Region

Grant Industries has named Francisco Espinoza technical manager for the company's Western region. He will relocate to Southern California to strengthen technical support for West Coast beauty and personal care brands.

'The cosmetics industry is at a turning point,' said Magdalena Koziol, head of cosmetics development at ÄIO. 'Beauty brands of all sizes now realize that sustainability isn’t just a nice-to-have, it's an essential requirement driven by increasing customer demand.'

ÄIO Secures €1M to Develop Sustainable Oils for Cosmetics

ÄIO uses precision fermentation to transform industrial side streams into nutrient-rich oils.

Carmen B. Masciantonio, currently the chief operating officer and president of the industrial solutions division, will succeed John J. Paro as CEO.

Hallstar Announces Leadership Succession: Carmen B. Masciantonio to Become CEO in 2026

“Carmen is a capable, trusted and much-admired leader and I am excited about the company’s future growth potential under his leadership."

Parsol SLX's film-forming capabilities allow it to defend the hair and skin with high efficiency.

DSM-Firmenich's Parsol SLX Said to Boost Sunscreen Performance by 50%

The technology could potentially allow brands to minimize chemical loads in formulations.

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More Time to Shine: Submission Deadlines Extended for the 2026 C&T Allē Awards

The 2026 C&T Allē Awards just gave innovators more time to shine. Early Bird entries are now due Sept. 15, with final submissions accepted through Oct. 15. Don’t miss your chance to be spotlighted for excellence in beauty innovation.

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Inolex Highlights Natural Dispersing Solution for Ultra-light Mineral Sunscreens

The ingredient is said to support formulators aiming to meet clean and natural formulation goals while improving the sensory and visual profile of mineral-based sun care products.

Microplastic alternatives offer a range of effects, including blurring, across an array of cosmetics.

Shin-Etsu Silicones of America Introduces Soft-Focus Microplastic Alternatives for Cosmetics

These ingredients are designed to replace traditional microplastics, while maintaining aesthetic, sensory and functional qualities in cosmetic formulations.

The pigment is made with globally approved color additives for cosmetics and supports vegan formulations; *image shown is a depiction only.

Sun Chemical Adds Chione Electric Amber SB90D to its Effect Pigments Lineup

It is designed for use in bold, high-impact cosmetic, skin care and sun care applications.

Innovative, eco-friendly ingredients are reshaping the cosmetics industry, offering sustainable alternatives without compromising performance.

Innovations in Sustainable Beauty: Exploring Eco-friendly Ingredients and Solutions

Discover the latest in sustainable beauty, including biodegradable ingredients, bio-based alternatives and eco-friendly solutions for skin care, hair care and cosmetics. Explore how brands are leading the way in clean, conscious formulations.

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Symrise Launches Neo Heliopan 310 UVB Filter for High Absorption, Formulation Flexibility

The ingredient is soluble and compatible with a range of cosmetic ingredients, making it suitable for emulsions, water-resistant formulations and anhydrous systems.

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Proposed SAFE Sunscreen Standards Act Gives U.S. Consumers New Hope for Better Sun Protection

The legislation was introduced to streamline the FDA's review process of the effectiveness and safety of new ingredients for nonprescription sunscreens.

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