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According to a May 2024 Exploding Topics Report, “Search volume for ‘sustainable beauty’ is up more than 200% since 2019.” At the same time, clinical beauty has begun to eclipse pure-play “clean” beauty.

Future-forward Sustainable Beauty Ingredients: What's Next?

New innovation is merging performance and eco-friendly credentials to generate consumer-winning claims across categories.

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Obagi Offers Sunscreens for ‘5-Way Ray Defense’ Plus Drops to Rehydrate

Obagi introduced its three latest innovations: SuzanObagiMD brand “5-Way Ray Defense” Sunscreens, in SPF 40 and 50, and Obagi Medical Daily Hydro-Drops with Isoplentix technology.

The Honest Company introduced four new supplements at GNC. Three of the products target overall women’s health and one is for postpartum women.

The Honest Company Launches Women’s Wellness Supplements at GNC

Three of the products target overall women’s health and one is for postnatal hair care.

The lightweight pre-shampoo formulation* comprises a blend of glycolic acid, BHAs and PHs for cleansing and exfoliation, DSM-Firmenich's Pentavitin prebiotic for a hydration boost and reduced sebum, and a blend of soothing botanical extracts and humectants.

Living Proof Launches Skin-Care-inspired Scalp Care Exfoliator

The lightweight pre-shampoo formulation* comprises a blend of glycolic acid, BHAs and PHs for cleansing and exfoliation, DSM-Firmenich's Pentavitin prebiotic for a hydration boost and reduced sebum, and more.

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.

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Ashland Debuts Collapeptyl — The Latest Innovation in Collagen Science

Collapeptyl combines hyaluronic acid with peptides (tripeptide-1 and hexapeptide-9), creating a hybrid complex optimized for collagen synthesis.

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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'Bigger Picture Beauty' Extends the Reach of Sustainability

Concepts related to the bigger picture of beauty including social responsibility, waterless formulas, upcycled ingredients and zero-waste solutions, raised the halo of sustainability during in-cosmetics Global.

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Lessonia Skin Lineup Engages the Senses

For each prototype product, a specific texture was designed and combined with the company's marquee ingredient, along with complementary actives for added skin benefits.

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SEAC Adopts EU-wide Microplastics Ban Proposal

The ECHA's Committee for Socio-economic Analysis (SEAC) has adopted a landmark EU-wide restriction proposal that would ban the use of microplastics in cosmetics and other consumer products.

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Top 11 Hotspots for Future Beauty Innovation from the 2025 SCC Annual Scientific Meeting

The SCC's 79th Annual Scientific Meeting painted a vibrant picture of future hotspots for beauty innovation, inspiring some 800+ registered attendees in areas of epigenetics, hair bonding, claims substantiation and more. Following are our top 11 picks.

Re-energizing the Beauty Business With Novel Ingredients

Innovations in ingredients and product formulations are helping to invigorate the industry.

Shin Etsu Silicones Of America

Shin-Etsu Silicones of America is innovating sensory solutions for the personal care and cosmetic industry.

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WGSN Color and Effects Forecast 2020-2025: Copper, Eco Black and More

WGSN’s long-range forecast explores early ideas for color strategy and innovation, ranging from a sustainable black pigment to protective metals like copper that impart not just color but antibacterial properties.

Hair: Antiaging, Growing and Green

Supplement for "Hair Care Ingredients Nourish and Support"

The products are formulated with a blend of survivalist plants and hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid and designed for busy individuals who may need to have a faster alternative to their typical skin care routine.

Florence by Mills Refreshes Skin Care Routines with H2Glo

The products are formulated with a blend of survivalist plants and hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid and are said to be "designed for busy individuals who may need to have a faster alternative to their typical skin care routine."

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Syensqo's Naternal Care XTRA Leads the Responsible Beauty Charge at in-cosmetics Global 2025

Naternal Care XTRA is described as a "breakthrough" fenugreek-based conditioning polymer delivering unparalleled efficacy and sustainability in the realm of hair care.