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Neutrogena, which is seeking to engage Gen Z shoppers, has now thrown its hat into the collagen banking ring with the launch of its Collagen Bank range.

Collagen Banking: Beauty’s Long Game

Neutrogena enters the chat with a new pair of collagen banking SKUs aimed at Gen Z shoppers' prejuvenation goals.

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'Sunburning' to Heal Acne is the Latest Terrifying TikTok Trend

You read right. Some TikTok influencers are claiming sunburning heals acne. Thankfully experts are warning against it. Here, we explore this claim with three industry experts to understand the rationale, uncover the truth and attempt to refute it.

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.

In 2022, Lignopure commissioned the first GMP-compliant plant for lignin conversion, reportedly achieving the ability to recycle 90,000 kg of lignin annually.

Lignopure Secures New Investment to Expand Upcycled Lignin Ingredient Portfolio

LignoBase's "unique polyphenolic molecular structure" reportedly supports its ability to defend the skin from free radicals and antioxidant activity. It is therefore applicable as an SPF booster in formulations.

Need an ingredient supplier? Or a contract manufacturer? Cosmoprof North America has you covered.

16 Brands Coming to Cosmoprof North America | PLUS: Manufacturing & Supplier Partners

In addition to beauty brands, this year's edition will include a wide array of supply chain partners.

'We are so thrilled to partner with Ulta to bring to life our world-first Australian SPF innovation,' says Sam Brett, Naked Sunday's CEO and founder. 'Our consumers have long been asking us for a destination where they can buy our products locally.'

Naked Sundays Rides Beauty's Sunification Wave into Ulta

Sam Brett, Naked Sundays' CEO and founder, notes, "The Ulta shopper is extremely sophisticated when it comes to beauty choices and specifically around sun protection, so we thought it the perfect home for Naked Sundays."

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.

The company reports Suncare Zen - KT is suitable for the most delicate skin, providing a refreshing and non-greasy experience.

Chemical Brothers' Suncare Zen KT Blends Safer UV Protection with Easy Formulating

Per the company, the aqueous dispersion makes for easier formulation and is compatible with most skin care formulas. It is positioned as an alternative to chemical sunscreens.

'We recognize that our role as a leading player in the industry, is to promote a mindset shift that prioritizes the development of solutions that truly promote the physical and emotional wellbeing of consumers,' says Diana Duque-Zonneveld, head of global marketing communications, beauty and care at DSM-Firmenich.

DSM-Firmenich Embraces Science-backed Holistic Well-being with New Branding

"We recognize that our role ... is to promote a mindset shift that prioritizes the development of solutions that truly promote the physical and emotional wellbeing of consumers," says Diana Duque-Zonneveld of DSM-Firmenich.

By solving common solubility issues (i.e., the re-crystallization of crystalline UV filters), SymSol ProSun supports product efficacy and duration of SPF defense as well as improved sensory experiences.

Symrise's SymSol ProSun Solves Crystalline UV Filter Solubility & Stability Problems for Enhanced SPF Defense & Skin Sensory Benefits

By solving common solubility issues (i.e., the re-crystallization of crystalline UV filters), SymSol ProSun supports product efficacy and duration of SPF defense as well as improved sensory experiences.

The company's additives and specialty ingredients are tunable and can scale multiple markets.

Ashland’s Transformed Vegetable Oil Platform for Benefits in Sun Care, Conditioning, Oral Care and More

The company's additives and specialty ingredients are tunable and can scale multiple markets.

Among the trends emerging in 2024, increasing numbers of firms are leveraging plants as bio-factories for new beauty ingredients.

Top 2024 Beauty Ingredient Trends

This is just a fragment of the trends we witnessed at the shows this year.

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.

“Sunscreen is poised to see a sensorial shakeup,” says Michelle Chavez, vice president of innovation, Accupac. “Rather than traditional sunscreens, we will start to see the entrance of 'fun-screens,' UV protectants that drive engagement and that consumers want to use every day.”

The 2024 Sun Care Agenda

From fun-screen to multifuctional claims and enhanced performance, sun defense has entered a more dynamic era.

Shin-Etsu Silicones Europe B.V.'s SPD-WT1 Hydrophobic Treated Ultrafine Titanium Dioxide for Sun Care

SPD-WT1 offers sensorial benefits and SPF properties in addition to its environmentally friendly profile by using water instead of organic or synthetic solvents − notably for sun care applications.

Current scientific literature points to “growing evidence that cellular senescence may be an essential mechanism that drives organismal aging,” including in the skin, leading to common issues such as “wrinkling, sagging, dryness or age spots.”

Beauty’s War on Senescence: Ingredient Trend Tracker

Regenerative technologies that clear the skin of zombie cells are reshaping beauty claims possibilities. PLUS: in-cosmetics Global 2024 ingredient highlights.

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Sabinsa Corp.'s PteroWhite

Seventy-six percent of survey respondents love products that do double duty–skin care benefits plus sun protection.

Consumers’ Sun Care Wish List: New Consumer Data

From no white cast to skin-friendly ingredients such as vitamin C and collagen, shoppers reveal their top needs.