https://www.gcimagazine.com/ingredients/skin-care/news/22971609/ashland-specialty-ingredients-ashlands-stabileze-s-polymer-replaces-multiple-rheology-modifiers-with-one-naturederived-solutionGlobal Cosmetic Industryen2026-07-30T21:07:20.000ZAshland's stabileze S Polymer Replaces Multiple Rheology Modifiers with One Nature-Derived Solutionhttps://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/gci-npi-pages-stabiles.hfPMEj5u4H.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The ingredient is positioned as an alternative to both acrylate-based rheology modifiers and other nature-derived thickeners, offering comparable sensory performance with smooth application, rapid absorption and a soft, powdery after-feel without tackiness, greasiness or pilling. In addition to being cold-processable, stabileze s polymer provides strong heat stability, giving formulators greater manufacturing flexibility.https://www.gcimagazine.com/ingredients/hair-care/news/22971606/ashland-specialty-ingredients-ashlands-nhance-ccg-75-brings-crystalclear-conditioning-to-clean-beauty-formulationsGlobal Cosmetic Industryen2026-07-30T21:01:22.000ZAshland's n-hance CCG 75 Brings Crystal-Clear Conditioning to Clean Beauty Formulationshttps://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/gci-npi-pages-n-hance.ZAKOj37UYD.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70As consumer demand continues to favor transparent, minimalist formulations with strong sustainability credentials, n-hance ccg 75 reflects the industry's push toward multifunctional ingredients that combine premium aesthetics, clean-label positioning and high-performance conditioning in a single solution.https://www.gcimagazine.com/brands-products/fragrance-home/news/22971594/dossier-taps-former-coty-and-jj-executive-stefano-curti-as-executive-chairmanGlobal Cosmetic Industryen2026-07-30T20:16:58.000ZDossier Taps Former Coty and J&J Executive Stefano Curti as Executive Chairmanhttps://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/dossier-it-factor-perfume.EQtTHCemgO.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70"I am thrilled and honored to join Dossier," Curti said. "For years, I have applauded its growth, its unprecedented fragrance quality at fair prices, and its ability to build community and, ultimately, an extremely relevant, young, and cool brand."https://www.gcimagazine.com/brands-products/bath-body/news/22971541/tsg-consumer-acquires-majority-stake-in-saltair-betting-big-on-body-care-growthGlobal Cosmetic Industryen2026-07-30T14:49:25.000ZTSG Consumer Acquires Majority Stake in Saltair, Betting Big on Body Care Growthhttps://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/saltair-product-assortment.pFhFR9TFGJ.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Built around the philosophy that "every body is welcome here," Saltair has carved out a distinctive position by combining treatment-focused skin care actives with premium fragrance experiences at accessible price points.https://www.gcimagazine.com/brands-products/news/news/22971535/loral-builds-momentum-with-record-margins-as-dermatological-beauty-hair-care-and-ecommerce-lead-growthGlobal Cosmetic Industryen2026-07-30T14:37:00.000ZL'Oréal Builds Momentum With Record Margins as Dermatological Beauty, Hair Care and E-Commerce Lead Growthhttps://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/adobestock-1910611163-editorial-use-only.23eP0YlRTz.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Dermatological Beauty returned to mid- to high-single-digit growth, powered by La Roche-Posay, a reaccelerating CeraVe business fueled by its core moisturizers and new suncare launches, double-digit gains for SkinCeuticals, and continued momentum for Vichy's Dercos hair care range.https://www.gcimagazine.com/brands-products/color-cosmetics/news/22971430/buff-beauty-bets-the-future-of-nails-is-bareGlobal Cosmetic Industryen2026-07-29T13:46:11.000ZBuff Beauty Bets the Future of Nails Is Barehttps://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/buff-beauty-launch.QKPDCGm0tk.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The launch also underscores a broader shift in consumer behavior. As minimalist beauty continues to gain momentum and consumers seek lower-maintenance alternatives to frequent salon appointments, Buff is betting that healthy natural nails can become a beauty statement in their own right rather than simply the stage beneath polish.https://www.gcimagazine.com/brands-products/skin-care/news/22971426/esw-beauty-taps-katie-fang-aliya-rachinski-as-first-creator-equity-partnersGlobal Cosmetic Industryen2026-07-29T13:39:50.000ZESW Beauty Taps Katie Fang, Aliya Rachinski as First Creator Equity Partnershttps://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/elina-sofia-wang-2026.TabjkW94zx.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Founded in 2019 by Elina Sofia Wang, ESW Beauty says the creator ownership model reflects its vision of building long-term brand growth through authentic collaboration.https://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/dsc2295.QWSsGX3wHM.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70"I've always been intentional about the brands I work with because my community trusts me to recommend products I genuinely believe in," said Fang.https://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/dsc9874.Vvg30J0dxl.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70“Partnering with ESW was an easy decision because our values align so well," said Rachinski.https://www.gcimagazine.com/brands-products/news/news/22971425/pg-beauty-outperforms-as-grooming-slows-in-mixed-q4-fy2026-resultsGlobal Cosmetic Industryen2026-07-29T13:26:51.000ZP&G Beauty Outperforms as Grooming Slows in Mixed Q4, FY2026 Resultshttps://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/adobestock-823428812-editorial-use-only.iZ2ceCiNsp.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Beauty remained the company's strongest personal care category. Quarterly beauty sales increased 6% to $3.98 billion, driven by 3% organic sales growth, supported by higher volume and favorable pricing.