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A Sunscreen Revolution Is Coming to the US

For the first time in more than two decades, a new, innovative UV filter is on the brink of FDA approval in the United States.

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PARSOL® Shield – Powering the Next U.S. Suncare Era

On-Demand

Nov 13th, 2025

Industry experts will discuss U.S. differences in the sunscreen market vs rest-of-the-world, discuss what this milestone means for American consumers, and highlight the local and global opportunities for sunscreen manufacturers and public health.

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Daily Essentials: Sonni Launches Skin Care System to Redefine Mineral SPF

Sonni redefines mineral SPF as a daily essential upon the launch of their science-backed SunDay/SunDown system.

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Symrise Introduces Neo Heliopan Fusion, a 4-in-1 UV Filter Blend for SPF 50+ Formulas

The innovation combines three crystalline UV filters solubilized in one liquid UV filter, designed to simplify the formulation process for high SPF, broad-spectrum sun protection in cosmetic products.

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What Women (and Men) Really Want from Their Facial and Body Skin Care Products

While a product’s ability to deliver multi-use benefits is important to 18% of women, only 9% of male respondents found multi-use to be important.

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Sunscreen Doping & Unapproved Formats: SPF’s Top Regulatory Challenges

From undisclosed UV filters to novel formats that might impact SPF efficacy, some sun care brands are pushing the envelope.

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Herbivore Botanicals Revamps Its Bakuchiol Serum for an Evolving Millennial Consumer

"We are always on a mission to uplevel our formulas and introduce new powerful plant-based actives."

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ChatGPT: The New Beauty Guru?

New data from Spate unveils how beauty enthusiasts are using ChatGPT across makeup, hair care and skin care, revealing a need for new brand strategies.

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Univar Solutions Expands Personal Care Offerings in Brazil with Best Value Chem Partnership

The partnership highlights the launch of Best Value Chem’s BVSUN line, a UV defense solution.

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Safety Alerts in Beauty: TPO Bans, Heat Styling and Nanoparticle Emissions, Soap and Sunscreen Recalls and More

Here, we provide an overview of recent red flags relating to cosmetics and personal care product safety; from ingredient bans to product recalls and emerging research on nanoparticle emissions.

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With Sincerely Yours and Pour Tous, the Gen Alpha Beauty Blitz Reaches Sephora and Amazon

Two recent brand launches turn up the heat on the competition in responsible skin care.

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The Rise of Face-Grade Body Care: a Skin Care Transformation

From vitamins to fragrance to barrier defense, body skin care is undergoing a revolution.

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Black Label Ingredients

Black Label Ingredients delivers preservatives, emulsifiers, actives, surfactants, emollients, and oleochemicals—helping personal care brands create innovative, high-performance, and consumer-loved formulations.

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How K-Beauty Trends Have Taken Over Skin Care: from Acne Care to PDRN

This report explores how each brand, product and trend addresses certain skin concerns.

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Safety Alert: Sunscreen 'Doping' and Foam Formats Raise Red Flags

Recent regulatory attention highlights both hidden sunscreen actives in cosmetic products, and the legal gray zone of mousse-format sunscreens — prompting calls for clearer labeling and format approval.

SPF-infused makeup, multifunctional K-beauty and more are lighting up consumers' feeds this summer.

SummerTok's Hottest Beauty Trends Include SPF Glow-Ups, TikTok-Famous Eyebrows and Skin-Loving Makeup Magic

Brands that tap into seasonal and longer-term consumer engagement can gain ground on even the most entrenched establishments.

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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.

3 Ways AI is Reshaping Beauty: from Fragrance to Sun Care

Medical-grade skin care, fine fragrance ingredients and sunscreen usage are being disrupted by new AI-powered platforms.