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Univar Solutions has launched Brands Concierge, a development service that can take all size clients from concept to formulation launch.

Univar Solutions: Accelerating Brand Development & Growth

A new concierge service helps brands at every stage grow organically and exponentially—from concept to formulation to launch.

Futuristic packaging research is on the horizon, but the industry already has a wide range of sustainable options at its fingertips.

Sustainable Packaging Innovation: the Future is Now

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Color Cosmetic Growth Drivers

Vida Glow and Hyper Skin Expand into Prestige Brick-and-Mortar Stores

Vida Glow has expanded its U.S. retail presence by launching into 10 Neiman Marcus stores, while Hyper Skin debuted in 250 Sephora stores across the United States.

The Plastic Reality Project’s inaugural program took place in September with a week-long expedition to two states in India: Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

rePurpose Global Launches Plastic Reality Project to Fight Plastic Pollution

The Plastic Reality Project aims to upskill 5,000 sustainability leaders in the next five years on addressing plastic pollution through educational expeditions, corporate training programs and peer mentoring networks.

Newfound Nostalgia

Newfound Nostalgia

Beauty brands are tapping into a newfound nostalgia craze by taking inspiration from the ‘80s, ‘90s and ‘00s.

Epres is said to be the only treatment on the market that uses diffusion technology, enabling it to continue transforming the hair long after it dries.

Olaplex Inventor Launches Bond-building Hair Care Brand

The line will consist of three vegan, Leaping Bunny Certified products, including one professional in-salon SKU and two consumer at-home SKUs.

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BASF Renews ISO Certifications at Düsseldorf-Holthausen and Monheim am Rhein Sites

After a four-day external audit from DQS GmbH, ISO certifications were issued for key standards in quality, environmental and energy management for BASF. These certifications are recognized worldwide and acknowledged across multiple industries.

The report assessed the pervasive and damaging impact of beauty standards on the U.S. economy and society.

Dove Study: Toxic Beauty Standards Cost US More Than $501B in 2019

Expressed in current dollars, the costs of body dissatisfaction and appearance-based discrimination would be even higher, with inflation averaging 3.9% annually between 2019 and 2022.

There are four avant-garde nail shades in the set: a vibrant orange, aqua, green and burgundy.

Pleasing x Marco Ribeiro Launch Nail Polish Collection

There are four avant-garde nail shades in the set: a vibrant orange, aqua, green and burgundy.

Based in southern California, ChemCor manufactures and distributes chemical products in the foodservice, health care, industrial and janitorial markets.

Hospeco Brands Group Acquires ChemCor

Based in Southern California, ChemCor manufactures and distributes chemical products in the food service, health care, industrial and janitorial markets.

Customers fill out a skin test and a dermatologist will review and recommend the best treatment plan for their skin within 12 hours.

Northwind Skin Care Brand Debuts with Custom Medical Treatments

Northwind is a skin care brand formulated by Swedish dermatologists featuring custom medical treatments for eczema, psoriasis and dry skin.

SGD Pharma will be showcasing its Constellations collection of glass cosmetic packaging at Luxe Pack.

SGD Pharma Showcasing Constellations Collection at Luxe Pack Monaco

Constellations is globally available to brands in custom shapes, for a variety of beauty products, including skin care and nutraceuticals.

The fashion retailer has expanded into the beauty space.

Report: Shopbop Beauty Launches

Shopbop Beauty features a vetted selection of brands in skin care, makeup, hair care and beauty tools.