This month's global roundup takes a concise look at the latest global advances in skin care tech, sustainability breakthroughs, and regulatory developments driving change in the cosmetics industry.
Discover the latest in beauty with exciting new launches from NOYZ, Good Molecules, COSRX, MERIT, EVOLVh, Noteworthy Scents, and DKNY, each offering innovative products designed to elevate consumer fragrance and skin care routines.
EveLab Insights’ new Neck AI Skin Analysis technology utilizes deep learning algorithms to assess neck and décolleté skin health with high precision, addressing a growing demand for comprehensive anti-aging solutions and enabling brands to offer hyper-personalized...
The Estée Lauder Companies’ (ELC) fiscal 2024 Social Impact and Sustainability report offers a comprehensive update on its environmental and social initiatives. Here’s a look at what cosmetics manufacturers and suppliers need to know.
Mintel’s 2025 Global Beauty and Personal Care Trends report reveals a rising demand among US consumers for beauty brands to lead in sustainability and environmental responsibility, driving companies to adopt innovative practices in sourcing, transparency,...
The cosmetics industry continues to face a myriad of evolving environmental challenges, from the growing demand for natural ingredients to supply chain disruptions and the need for sustainable practices, say Quantis Consulting experts Auriane Bodivit...
In this month's edition of Indie Insights, we explore how indie beauty brands like OPULUS Beauty Labs incorporate sustainability into their packaging, ingredient sourcing, and overall mission, aligning with the values of eco-conscious consumers.
Generation Alpha is rapidly shaping the beauty and personal care industries through their early exposure to social media, rising interest in gender-neutral grooming, and demand for safe, ethical, and age-appropriate products, creating significant opportunities...
A recent Makeup Trends report from Spate reveals a decline in eye makeup interest as consumers increasingly favor minimalistic beauty routines, innovative textures, and long-lasting products, emphasizing the need for cosmetics brands to adapt to shifting...
Estée Lauder’s new patent introduces a novel anti-aging skincare composition combining decarboxy carnosine HCL and Pyracantha fortuneana fruit extract, which shows synergistic effects in reducing lipofuscin or "age spots."
With K-Beauty's expansion into new categories and a projected market value of $9.9 billion in North America by 2032, US manufacturers and retailers are positioned to benefit by embracing the 'Second Wave of K-Beauty.'
ROELMI HPC's launch of the EMotion Line, a series of upcycled olive by-product ingredients, highlights its contribution to sustainability and performance in the cosmetics and personal care industry as part of a broader shift toward circular economy...
From deeper insights into Korean skin care trends to sustainable packaging and fermented extracts in cosmetics, Skincare Advancement panelists Eleonora Mazzilli and Barbara Green responded with their answers to webinar attendees burning questions.
In an era where experiential marketing campaigns 'allow beauty brands to connect with their consumers on a deeper level,' said Pauline Oudin, CEO of Gradient Experience, overcoming challenges like proving ROI need to be mitigated to embrace...
Beauty supplements player Nutrafol is entering the male topical market after learning that men "experience more scalp concerns than women and that shampoo is top of mind for over half of men (56%) when it comes to hair growth products", said...
A recent report by Lauren Goodsitt, Director of Beauty and Personal Care at Mintel, outlined several key drivers of the gourmand fragrance space, include the combination of sweet and spicy, or 'swicy' flavor notes and a rise in comforting familiar...
e.l.f. Cosmetics and Tareen Dermatology have partnered with the Toronto Maple Leafs and Minnesota Wild, respectively, for the 2024-2025 NHL season to promote inclusivity, skin health, and community support through innovative campaigns and philanthropic...
The professional-grade skin care market is expanding due to growing consumer demand for anti-aging and brightening products, with Boomers spending an average of $165 per visit in 2024, while brand loyalty and targeted marketing—especially for Gen Z, which...
Procter & Gamble (P&G) has filed a patent for a new oil-based cleansing balm featuring natural waxes as structurants, addressing consumer demand for products that "gently cleanse the skin leaving it feeling hydrated and silky smooth,"...
As the global men’s personal care market continues to grow, Perfect Corp’s partnership with NuNorm illustrates how AI and AR tools like virtual try-on and Shade Finder are breaking down barriers for male consumers, driving longer site engagement and contributing...
In an interview with CosmeticsDesign, Carl D'Ruiz, Senior Regulatory & Business Development Manager at dsm-firmenich explained that the FDA review of PARSOL Shield could transform the US sunscreen market by meeting the need for a more photostable...
Designed as a 'complement to every other brand in the store,' the Credo Skincare launch draws on a decade of clean beauty experience and clinical efficacy results to target the needs and demands of sustainable beauty product consumers.
Ahead of this year's Summit, presenters and speakers from LUSH, P2 Science, Forestwise, AAK Personal Care, Beauty Kitchen and Seilich all revealed insight into their presentation topics and what they hope to take away from the conference.
Move over, ChatGPT - SkinGPT is here! According to Anastasia Georgievskaya, founder of Haut.AI, the newly patented "Skin Atlas" offers privacy-preserving AI technology which signals a new chapter for cosmetics and personal care manufacturers,...
In this month's episode from CosmeticsDesign, we're navigating the ethical considerations of a popular beauty industry trend with the CEO of New Laboratories, a Melbourne-based cosmetics and personal care product manufacturer. Listen in as we...
From spooky-themed cosmetic products to lip, face, and body moisturizers designed to beat the chilly fall weather in style, this month's roundup features new product launches from consumer favorite brands like TIRTIR, Dieux, Vaseline, and Touchland....
Cosmax and Harvard are partnering to investigate how lifestyle factors affect skin disorders and the skin microbiome, with the goal of developing personalised skin care solutions.
Cosmetics brands are increasingly tapping into pop culture partnerships, such as NYX’s "Beetlejuice" collection and Warner Bros.-themed campaign, to “push the limits of artistry and entertainment” while leveraging these collaborations to generate...
There's still time to register! Don't miss the chance to hear from industry experts on everything from skin care ingredient formulation trends to innovations in anti-aging and the impact of consumer demand on new product development.
Eighty-eight percent of people may experience reduced grey hair growth, setting a new precedent in scientifically validated haircare solutions and challenging industry norms for product efficacy, says a new double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study...
Over 80% of new product launches in the personal care and luxury sectors fail due to inaccurate demand forecasting, but leveraging AI tools offers a "great opportunity to protect investments" by providing more precise, adaptable predictions...
As the demand for non-invasive anti-aging skin care treatments continues to grow, cosmetics and personal care product manufacturers and suppliers are turning to increasingly innovative options like human mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) to meet consumer...
The new product collaboration, which is a first for skin care brand Curology, exemplifies how beauty brands can expand their consumer demographic reach in creative ways that appeal to nostalgia or emotion.
With an increasing amount of Gen Z beauty consumers gravitating towards a more natural nail aesthetic, brands are adapting by focusing on "non-toxic formulations and ingredient transparency," according to Carson Kitzmiller, Senior Analyst for...
From Colgate’s $100,000 in scholarships to Dove’s body confidence workshops and KISS’s podcast for textured hair, beauty brands are transforming customer engagement through impactful, community-focused initiatives that resonate with today’s socially conscious...
Addressing a significant consumer challenge and bridging the gap between sulfate-free products and performance expectations, a new patent from P&G outlines a new formulation to “provide suitable lather when used in hard water”.
TerraCycle’s SPF recycling program, which is 67% less harmful than waste-to-energy solutions, partners with brands like Burt’s Bees and Paula’s Choice to tackle hard-to-recycle sunscreen packaging, encouraging beauty brands to embrace eco-friendly practices...
Researchers determined that Alastin’s TransFORM Body Treatment "exhibited superior performance in maintaining collagen production and promoting healthy elastin fiber formation" compared to SkinMedica's Firm and Tone Body Lotion, suggesting...
In a recent interview with CosmeticsDesign, Nisha Palvia of PERLab reveals how minimalist beauty packaging can elevate brands by balancing simplicity with essential product details, cost-efficiency, and sustainability, urging a strategic approach to meet...
Inclusive beauty brands certified by the SeeMe Index grew "1.5X faster than less inclusive competitors," demonstrating that addressing diverse consumer identities leads to "stronger brand differentiation, higher consumer loyalty, and increased...
e.l.f. Cosmetics’ collaboration with Tinder on the "Put Your e.l.f. Out There" Vault collection reflects the growing trend of beauty brands partnering with lifestyle companies, with e.l.f. Chief Brand Officer Laurie Lam noting that "makeup...
A new survey commissioned by NEOSTRATA reveals that 56% of Gen Z women and 57% of millennials feel stressed about aging, with only 17% of respondents paying attention to neck care, highlighting significant opportunities for innovation in anti-aging products...
Plans for the partnership include leveraging "findings from this research to inform fragrance product and packaging innovation, consumer experiences, marketing claims, and more," as part of ELC's commitment to advancing fragrance innovation...
In a recent report, global beauty industry insight firm Beautystreams examines the far-reaching impacts of AI innovation on the beauty industry - we spoke to Eleonora Mazzilli, the company's Trend Localization & Business Development Director....
Following exponential sales gains in 2023, Touchland has focused on implementing strategic retail moves, authentic influencer partnerships, and consumer-driven innovation to fuel further consistent growth in the competitive personal care market.
The US-headquartered colour cosmetics brand has big plans for a full European takeover after seeing sales jump up by 91% year-on-year in its last fiscal year results.
Key factors driving the noteworthy growth in the men's skin care segment of the beauty and personal care market include "a cultural shift towards inclusive grooming" and "an evolving concept of masculinity that embraces self-care,"...
Each year, BEAUTYSTREAMS compiles and presents its Cosmotrends report for an informative and comprehensive examination of current beauty industry trends. We spoke with Trend Localization & Business Development Director for North America, Eleonora...
With five categories spanning innovations in sustainable products, ingredients, initiatives, and more, this year's Sustainable Beauty Awards will highlight the best of the beauty industry's eco-friendly efforts.
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