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July Launch Pad: Sensational summer

05-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

From fragrance to cosmetics, personal care products and more, there’s a wide range of new product launches that have been released in the last few weeks. Check out this month’s Launch Pad roundup to review the options that can help consumers have a sensational...

What to expect at the 2023 Cosmoprof North America show

05-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

CosmeticsDesign spoke with Liza Rapay, Head of Marketing at Cosmoprof North America about what attendees can expect from the 2023 Cosmoprof North America trade show, July 11-13 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Revieve and Google Cloud Marketplace expand Digital Beauty Platform availability

28-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The partnership, which aims to ‘help beauty brands enhance their omnichannel capabilities’ and transition from a ‘transaction-driven to relationship-driven commerce model’ offers cosmetic and PBC companies the ability to personalize customer experiences...

SaaS platform Glambook expands to US clients

27-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Described as an ‘Airbnb-like platform for beauty professionals,’ digital platform Glambook has recently expanded its operations into the US as a free-to-use CRM option for beauty professionals to ‘manage bookings and streamline business operations.’...

Knowde PMD and PIM software supports ‘successful digital transformation’ for cosmetics and PBC manufacturers and suppliers

26-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Outdated or unavailable product data can cause a myriad of issues for cosmetics and personal beauty care product manufacturers and suppliers, including impeded sales and interruption in internal company processes, particularly considering impending MoCRA...

Mintel Director on impactful inclusivity and diversity trends in cosmetics, PBC

26-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Trends like ‘category inclusion,’ ‘price accessibility,’ and ‘elimination of ageism in marketing’ are gaining traction in the cosmetics and personal care product industries to better meet consumer needs for more diverse and inclusive product offerings.

BASF and StitchCrew announce Inclusive Beauty Accelerator Program finalists

20-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

This year’s finalists include brands with inclusive skin care, scalp care, and sun protection products that focus on various skin types, needs, and tones.

Three takeaways from NYSCC Suppliers’ Day from CosmeticsDesign

19-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

During this year’s show, we saw ingredient traceability go digital, experienced multiple examples of multifunctional ingredients and finished CPGs, and the reformulation or relaunch of existing hero ingredients by manufacturers and suppliers to the cosmetics...

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Transparency, discovery, creativity: How generative AI will influence the future of beauty

13-Jun-2023 By Amanda Lim

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform the beauty industry by empowering consumers and fostering innovation.

BASF to expand APG production capacity in Ohio facility

12-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

BASF is expanding its production capacity for alkyl polyglucosides (APGs), surfactant ingredients for use in a range of personal care products including shampoos, bubble baths, mouthwashes and more.

IFF features upcycled ingredients in GENENCARE lineup

07-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

IFF’s GENENCARE collection takes a previously low-value processing byproduct from sugar beet molasses and transforms it into four effective and sustainable active ingredients for personal care product formulation.

Hair care brand Cantu Beauty partners with non-profit in female empowerment initiative

07-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Cantu Beauty has made a significant financial investment in its partnership with non-profit Women Empowering Nations (WEN) to support young women across the globe with educational resources and even offers a paid beauty industry fellowship to support...

Not so allergenic? Sensitisation to former ‘Allergen of the Year’ found to be uncommon – Australia study

02-Jun-2023 By Amanda Lim

A new Australian study involving over 6,000 subjects says propylene glycol has an “infrequent” contact sensitisation rate of 0.31%, despite it being commonly noted as an allergen.

FDA GMP Listening Session: CDU Takeaways & Available Resources

02-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The FDA opened a Listening Session for public commentary of the Good Manufacturing Practices section of MoCRA today with an open docket for commentary through July 3, 2023.

June Launch Pad: Hair care innovations

01-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Summer is in full swing which means sweat and humidity can wreak havoc on even the best coiffed hair styles, regardless of type or length. This month, several brands have launched or are highlighting their latest and best options to keep the frizz at...

Q&A: Beautycare Brazil eyes US push for export growth

30-May-2023 By Cassandra Stern

In its efforts to further penetrate the US cosmetics and personal care product markets, internationalization project Beautycare Brazil enjoyed a successful first year at NYSCC Suppliers’ Day that topped over $1 million in international sales.

Suppliers’ Day 2023: INDIE 360 Pavilion Tour Recap

30-May-2023 By Cassandra Stern

CosmeticsDesign took a tour through the INDIE 360 Pavilion and learned a great deal about some of the most innovative products and ingredients featured at this year’s Suppliers’ Day show.

Polluout Detox ingredient targets signs of ‘silent damage’ in hair

26-May-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Brazilian chemical manufacturer Chemyunion debuted Polluout Detox earlier this year to provide manufacturers and suppliers of hair care products with an ingredient option to detox the hair shaft and follicle from environmental particulate damage.

Xyon’s natural shampoo & conditioner target DHT-related hair loss in men

25-May-2023 By Cassandra Stern

DTC healthcare tech company XYON has just launched a new shampoo and conditioner set designed specifically to address hormone-related hair loss in male consumers using natural ingredients like rosemary leaf and clover flower extracts.

Nature's Bounty enters weight management category, adds new hair SKU

25-May-2023 By Danielle Masterson

The new offerings highlight a trend largely driven by the pandemic: The convergence of health and beauty.

Cambrium co-founder hails yeast-derived NovaColl as a ‘new class of collagen’

17-May-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Yeast-derived NovaColl offers manufacturers and suppliers of cosmetic and personal care products the opportunity to shift away from animal-derived collagen and towards an option that is effective, sustainable, and more skin compatible, says the co-founder...

Ingredient Insights: Upcycled cranberry seed oil for product formulation

16-May-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Canadian food products supplier Fruit D’Or utilizes closed loop cultivation and other environmentally sustainable processing practices to upcycle cranberry seed oil co-products for cosmetic and personal beauty care product manufacturing and formulation.

Brazilian biotechnology company makes waves with Blue Amazon project ingredient innovations

16-May-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Having recently exhibited its ingredient formulations at In-Cosmetics Global and NYSCC Suppliers’ Day, Apoena Biotech’s RAMNOCARE, APOBIO Skin, and APOBIO Slim offer manufacturers and suppliers to cosmetics and personal care product companies biodiverse...

People on the move: Recent notable industry employment shifts

11-May-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Job changes and board appointments are an inevitable part of the shifting tides of the cosmetic and personal beauty care industry. In this recurring segment, CosmeticsDesign looks at recent and notable employment changes within these business areas.

Geltor’s newest protein NuColl vegan collagen ‘biodesigned for hair manageability and styling’

11-May-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Having perfected its bioproduction process, California-based biotechnology company Geltor, Inc. has created vegan protein NuColl as an answer to industry demand for environmentally sustainable ingredients that fit into the ‘skinification’ of hair care...

Ingredients innovations: three trends CosmeticsDesign saw at In-Cosmetics Global

10-May-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Trends in ingredient innovation wax and wane with consumer demand. Still, this year’s convention saw upcycling, vegan collagen, and neuroactive ingredients and active fragrances as some of the most compelling shifts in cosmetics and personal care product...

SCC calls for abstract submission for annual meeting

10-May-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The industry organization is seeking abstract submissions in various cosmetics and personal care categories to further educational opportunities for professionals and foster innovative thinking.

Paraprobiotic shampoo 'stands out' in decreasing dandruff, improving scalp appearance

03-May-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

Probiotics and prebiotics are rising in popularity as scientists discover the link between gut health and overall health. Paraprobiotics, or inactive probiotics, may do the same for our scalp.

‘Beyond our business’: L’Oréal ramps up eco investments, but faces further backlash over chemicals in hair products

26-Apr-2023 By Gary Scattergood

L’Oréal is pumping cash into three environmental initiatives as it seeks to influence eco projects ‘beyond its business’, but at the same time is facing a further backlash over chemicals in hair products most commonly used by Black women.

Intensive Education Courses: NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2023

21-Apr-2023 By Cassandra Stern

In addition to the over sixty available individual conference sessions and curated educational programs offered during the regular course of Suppliers’ Day 2023, the SCC is offering two SCC CEP courses on the day before the conference opens.

Special Events Overview: NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2023

21-Apr-2023 By Cassandra Stern

In addition to a range of educational sessions, exhibitor booths, and networking opportunities, NYSCC Suppliers’ Day offers several special events to enrich the attendee experience. For those planning ahead, these options are a great addition to any itinerary.

What to expect at the 2023 NYSCC Suppliers’ Day

21-Apr-2023 By Cassandra Stern

CosmeticsDesign spoke with NYSCC Chair Stacey House about what attendees can expect from the 2023 Supplier's Day trade show, May 2-3 at the Javits Center in New York City.

Educational Session Preview: NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2023

21-Apr-2023 By Cassandra Stern

This year’s Suppliers’ Day theme is Reimagining Renewal & Wellness and will feature 60+ individual conference sessions and over 500 exhibitors presenting innovations in ingredients, formulation processes, and more.

PBC company Soapbox launches latest collection in Walmart nationwide

18-Apr-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Soapbox recently released its latest collection of collagen-based bond-builder products online and in Walmart locations across the US, satisfying consumer demand for naturally formulated restorative hair care options.

Fast-growing Maple Organics grows international footprint following Canadian success

13-Apr-2023 By Cassandra Stern

As consumers increasingly base purchasing decisions on product composition, organic brand Maple Organics looks to target US shoppers with natural and holistic options like its Beauty Adaptogen superfood supplement and Rose Beauty Oil.

BASF and non-profit StitchCrew have opened application process for entrepreneurial support program

12-Apr-2023 By Cassandra Stern

In addition to a $10,000 grant, the Inclusive Beauty Accelerator Program offers diverse beauty brands in the hair, skin, and sun care categories the opportunity to network with and learn from experienced industry professionals to expand brand awareness...

L’Oreal becomes final investor in sustainable ingredient biotech platform

11-Apr-2023 By Cassandra Stern

As consumer demand for sustainable cosmetics and personal care products continues to soar, L’Oreal’s investment into US-based biotech company Genomatica further demonstrates the crucial industry commitment to renewable resource development and formulation.

Walmart seeks ‘next disruptive brands in beauty’ for mentorship program

06-Apr-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Offering educational, brand activation, mentorship, and networking support, the Walmart Start program is seeking applicant brands in the cosmetics and personal beauty care categories now through April 28 of this year.

April Launch Pad: Spring into spring

05-Apr-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The seasons are changing and so are the unique skin, face, and hair care needs of consumers. This spring, several companies are launching or have recently launched products to help consumers prepare for the warmer months ahead.

‘We’re on our way’: Fekkai gears up to meet demand for clean hair care in Asia

31-Mar-2023 By Amanda Lim

US-based hair care brand Fekkai is set to accelerate its expansion in Asia this year to tap into the growing demand for high-performance clean hair care products.

Beauty Forward 2024: CosmeticsDesign anticipates next-gen beauty trends with new digital summit

29-Mar-2023 By Amanda Lim

CosmeticsDesign will kick off 2024 with a brand-new event exploring how the latest innovations and market trends will shape the future of the beauty and personal care industry and its next generation of consumers.

Shifting priorities: Ouai hair care observes rising interest in scalp care in SEA

28-Mar-2023 By Amanda Lim

Luxury hair care brand Ouai say opportunities abound in scalp care as interest and awareness of scalp health grows in South East Asia.

AURIST AGC biopolymer offers PBC manufacturers a sustainable option to formulate better performing products, says IFF

23-Mar-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Utilizing Designed Enzymatic Biopolymer technology, IFF has created a ‘new-to-the-world class of biobased polysaccharides’ that are ‘highly customizable,’ ‘biodegradable,’ and have great potential to impact PBC product manufacturing.

First-time study confirms Pycnogenol improves hair density in menopausal women

21-Mar-2023 By Cassandra Stern

For women experiencing hair density loss due to hormonal changes related to menopause, pine-tree extract Pycnogenol supplements can offer a safe and natural option to restore hair growth, says a first-time study from Horphag Research.

Beauty Trailblazer program an ‘empowering initiative’ that will bring ‘diversity and equity’ to the beauty industry

16-Mar-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Finalists in NIQ’s program will have the opportunity to access exclusive data as well as mentorship and leadership support to expand brand awareness and refine business plans for greater success in the CPG beauty space.

March Launch Pad: Cleaning up with clean beauty

02-Mar-2023 By Cassandra Stern

As consumers continue to demand natural plant-based products for skin, face, and hair care, several companies are launching or have launched new options at an affordable price point so far this year.

Givaudan establishes strategic partnership with renewable chemical company Amyris, Inc.

01-Mar-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The deal brokered between Givaudan and Amyris, Inc. outlines the addition of three key active ingredients for commercialization to extend both companies product offerings and consumer reach.

Green chemistry company P2 Science, Inc. to drive ingredient portfolio expansion with new funding round

01-Mar-2023 By Cassandra Stern

P2 Science, Inc. announced it had secured additional funding through St. Louis-based investment group Lewis & Clark AgriFood.

US consumers demand talc-free options due to perceived health concerns

28-Feb-2023 By Cassandra Stern

CosmeticsDesign recently spoke with toxicologist Rani Ghosh and talc-free beauty brand NAPRIM founder Stefanie Lendzian for insight into the increasing prevalence of talc-free cosmetic options on US shelves.

Mielle Organics launches cold-activated hair care collection

23-Feb-2023 By Cassandra Stern

The latest innovation in the BIPOC hair care category was specifically designed for those that struggle with frizzy hair and incorporates proprietary Cold Application Technology, said Nicole Robinson, Senior Brand Director of Mielle Organics.