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Conscious beauty, in particular color, has been a leading trend for 2020.

Ingredient Trends 2020-2021, Part 2

Part 2 of 2: From ingestible technology to clean and green materials, new breakthroughs abound.

Royal DSM and Metex Nøøvista partnership will brings production of PDO to Europe.

Royal DSM and Metex Nøøvista Partner to Produce PDO

We believe this partnership will leverage the value of our PDO, Tilamar PDO with Nøøvista, will accelerate its global market introduction and support Metex Nøøvista to success in its business," said Antoine Darbois, CEO of Metex Nøøvista.

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Beyond Wrinkles: The Ingredients Rewriting Beauty’s Biological Playbook

The industry is moving toward a model where skin care is designed to modulate the skin’s internal intelligence, adaptability and long-term biological trajectory.

Citruskin is an upcycled, clear yellow, Mandarin aqueous extract that is said to help the skin defend itself from extrinsic factors and soothe sensitive skin.

Biolie Reduces Redness and Irritation with Citruskin

Citruskin is an upcycled, clear yellow, mandarin aqueous extract that is said to help soothe the skin and help it defend itself from extrinsic factors.

According to DSM, the vitamin ingredient B12 will give products a pink hue.

DSM Adds to Quali Vitamins Portfolio with B12

DSM’s latest studies showed this vitamin B12 could help relieve fatigued and irritated skin, protect the skin barrier and promote a more vibrant-looking complexion.

U.S. prestige skin care sales in 2020 declined 11%

Skin Care 2021

New ingredients, packaging formats and market-driven brand positioning are elevating beauty’s self-care leader.

Because chaga mushrooms grow in a subarctic climate, they have developed strong adaptogenic properties for survival that translate into powerful anti-aging benefits, according to Integrity Ingredients Corp.

Integrity Ingredients Corp. Launches Chaga Mushroom Extract

Integrity Ingredients Corp. has developed two types of chaga mushroom extracts that reportedly offer antioxidant and anti-aging benefits.

Roelmi HPC’s SelectSIEVE Zen (INCI: Ocimum tenuiflorum (holy basil) (and) Melissa officinalis (lemon balm) (and) Sambucus nigra (elderberry extracts) is an eco-sustainable phytochemical complex designed to promote mental relaxation and mood improvement. The technology is thereby ideal for beauty supplements that offer additional wellness benefits.

The Beauty Ingredient Agenda: Sept. 2023

From mood-enhancing ingredients to collagen-boosting technologies to new encapsulation techniques, beauty innovation is set for continuous innovation.

Consumers expect products that deliver results. This demand is being met through the development of advanced delivery systems that target specific skin concerns, as well as the incorporation of potent ingredients such as peptides, proteins, and antioxidants.

New Beauty Ingredient Advances: Sustainability x Efficacy

This article examines novel ingredients and technologies available to cosmetic formulators, including a bioactivating hexapeptide derived from human skin to stimulate collagen production, fermented ingredients that inhibit glycation and more.

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

Wonderage and Senseryn were awarded 2021 BSB Innovation Awards in the 'Actives/Raw Materials' and 'Natural/Raw Materials' categories.

Provital's Wonderage and Senseryn Win BSB Innovation Awards

Provital’s Wonderage and Senseryn were awarded 2021 BSB Innovation Awards in the "Actives/Raw Materials" and "Natural/Raw Materials" categories.

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Skin Care Gets Smarter: Exploring Advanced Ingredient Technologies

Skin care is evolving, and advanced ingredient technologies are leading the way. From smart formulas that adapt to the skin's needs to cutting-edge innovations like encapsulated actives, the future of skin care is all about precision and effectiveness.

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Rose Metabolism, CBD Alternate and Hair Refresh Star in Ashland's in-cos Marquee

In addition to Ashland's marquee innovations at in-cosmetics this year, the company will underline the theme, "My Beauty, My Ritual" with products ranging from a rose petal extract and PVP polymer, to a CBD alternative.

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CEW Celebrates Beauty’s Finest

CEW members vote for "best of" from a submission base of 513 products; indie brand Living Proof big winner with Indie Brand Award and two prestige hair care awards.

New beauty and personal care innovation begins here.

2018 Global Cosmetic Industry Editorial Calendar: Beautiful Innovation

Topics, editorial and marketing opportunities, and how you can get involved.

Kao Reports Financial Results From Nine Months Ending December 31

The company increased sales 2.2% over the same period in 2010, despite struggles with economic conditions.

Dove Launches a Premium Skin Care Line

A premium new line from Dove, developed with dermatologists, targets extremely dry skin.

In-cosmetics Day One Unveils New Technologies

At the first day of in-cosmetics 2008, a wealth of new technologies were unveiled. Among them...