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The use of peptides, valued in skin care for their anti-aging and repairing properties, is expanding in hair care. Peptides address consumer demand for advanced solutions targeting hair strength and scalp health, reflecting the broader “skinification” trend.

Reviving carrageenans: Seaweed-derived polysaccharides resurface in sustainable solutions

Carrageenans have been trusted ingredients in cosmetics for decades, but some industry experts say their potential has been overlooked in recent years. The ingredient is derived from renewable seaweed sources and supports manufacturers’ efforts to create eco-friendly formulations due to its inherent biodegradability. Personal Care Insights speaks to JRS Group and Waycoochem about how reviving and reimagining carrageenans in modern cosmetic formulations offers an industry opportunity.

Bioweg CEO says biotech beauty will move from “interesting to industry standard”

Bioweg works to replace microplastics and harmful chemistries in beauty products with bio-based, biodegradable alternatives that perform on par with, or better than, conventional options. It innovates fermentation-derived micro-powders for sensoriality and cellulose-based rheology control. The German biotechnology and material science company states that its solutions are backed by hands-on application support and a clear path to scaling.

Hormonal beauty - Testing what skin reveals with Eurofins C&PC

Hormonal transitions profoundly affect skin and emotional wellbeing. As cosmetic science advances, understanding these changes is vital. Eurofins Cosmetics & Personal Care offers clinical, biological and emotional expertise, empowering brands to create targeted, effective solutions that support women’s skin health and overall confidence throughout key hormonal life stages.

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How Tucuma, Cacay & Jojoba meet consumer expectations for traceability, sensoriality, and proven performance

Today’s beauty consumers seek more than results. They demand transparency, ethical sourcing, and sensorial delight. This presentation reveals how Tucuma, Cacay, and Jojoba embody these values through traceable sourcing, community empowerment, and proven efficacy. Blending nature, science, and ethics, they exemplify sustainable innovation meeting modern expectations in high-performance beauty.

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Weekly Roundup: SpongeBob collabs with Lush, Revolution Beauty and Gillette team up with Epic Games’ Fortnite

02 Jun 2023 --- This week, beauty and personal care brands announced new tie-ups in moves to boost engagement with young audiences. Lush, Nickelodeon and Paramount Consumer Products collaborated on a new range of SpongeBob-inspired shower products. Epic Games made its foray into the beauty space with a limited-edition Revolution Beauty launch. Meanwhile, Croda linked up with UK universities to develop novel biobased and biodegradable polymers for liquid polymer formulations.

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US FDA warns of fake Botox sold online due to “serious health risks”

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued warning letters to 18 website owners illegally marketing unapproved and misbranded botulinum toxin products, commonly referred to as Botox. The agency has received adverse event reports associated with these types of botulinum toxin products, including botulism symptoms. Botulism attacks the body’s nerves and causes muscle weakness that can lead to difficulty breathing and death. The US FDA advises seeking immediate medical care if any symptoms occur.

Period of confusion: Clue exposes women’s health gaps fueled by online...

Clue has revealed that people who menstruate are often ill-informed about their own cycles. The period tracking app has found that over half (58%) of women are unable to correctly name all four stages of the menstrual cycle — menstruation, ovulation, follicular phase, and luteal phase. Following the findings, Clue has appointed Dr. Charis Chambers, MD, its chief medical officer, to help women better understand their bodies.

Breaking news: Kimberly-Clark to acquire Kenvue in US$48.7B deal

Kimberly-Clark has announced it will buy Kenvue in a deal valued at US$48.7 billion. The two companies would combine brands such as Huggies and Kleenex with Band-Aid and Tylenol, generating an estimated net revenue of roughly US$32 billion in 2025.

Haut.AI CEO breaks down how Face Analysis 3.0 transforms accuracy in skin scans

Haut.AI’s Face Analysis 3.0 has become its most advanced skin assessment system. It can distinguish between deep wrinkles, fine lines, freckles, sunspots, and other skin imperfections. Face Analysis 3.0 delivers clinical-grade skin insights using smartphone selfies. The technology offers data-driven personalization, product testing, and privacy-safe AI. It is designed for use by brands, dermatologists, researchers, and everyday users.

Rini skin care for toddlers debuts to online backlash

Rini, a new skin care brand designed specifically for kids, has debuted with a chorus of criticism. Founded by actress Shay Mitchell, Esther Song, and Matte Babel, Rini is “designed to inspire curiosity and confidence while supporting healthy habits from an early age.” However, the release comes in tandem with growing concerns about children using skin care.

Active lifestyles demand personalized ingredients in snackable formats

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The sports and active nutrition markets are developing more personalized, science-backed solutions that can fit into their busy lifestyles. To meet demand for high-quality products in “snackable” formats, industry players are investing in real-world research and verifying ingredient quality and efficacy through third-party organizations. Nutrition Insight discusses developments with Bioiberica, TSI Group, OmniActive Health Technologies, FrieslandCampina Ingredients, and Balchem. Antonio Vendrell, marketing director at Bioiberica, notes that sports nutrition is no longer “just for sportspeople.”

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October in review: Industry giants’ clean beauty...

In industry news last month, a coalition of beauty leaders collaborated to highlight the need for standardized “clean beauty” through transparent, science-backed data. Kering agreed to sell its beauty division to L’Oréal for €4 billion (US$4.66 billion). In other business developments, Kenvue reportedly considered selling or spinning off its skin health and beauty division.

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Herbal hygiene harmonies Nov 2025

Innova Market Insights’ data indicates a 10% year-over-year growth in personal care launches with a botanical/herbal claim, between July 2023 and June 2025. Asia was leading in launches. Facial/neck moisturizers was the top category, while fragrances for women are gaining ground. Products highlighting botanical and herbal positioning increasingly include ethical-animal and natural claims, suggesting consumer demand for cleaner, more conscious beauty formulations.

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Trends in ethical aestheticsNov 2025

Innova Market Insights data shows an increase in cosmetics launches with ethical claims. Specifically, there is a +7% average annual growth in beauty product launches with ethical claims from June 2020 to July 2025. The Face/Body Cosmetic category had the largest share of launches with ethical claims.

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SEPAWA Congress 2025: Kao Chemicals’ perfumery and home care units’ efforts for sustainability

At the SEPAWA Congress 2025 in Berlin, Germany, we spoke with Myriam Zamora, perfumery manager, and Berta Cots, business field manager at Kao Chemicals. Zamora told us about the perfumery division’s fourth generation of fragrance capsules. Meanwhile, Cots dove into the company’s home care...