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UV Safety Initiative unites beauty sector and government against melanoma surge

UV Safety Initiative unites beauty sector and government against melanoma surge

The British Beauty Council has launched a cross-industry UV Safety Initiative to promote sun protection awareness, improve SPF education, and increase access to protective products. The initiative also aims to influence government policy on UV safety.
Beyond the surface: “Skinification” expands with beauty-from-within boom
Beyond the surface: “Skinification” expands with beauty-from-within boom
“Skinification” has expanded from a trend incorporating skin care ingredients across makeup, hair care, and other cosmetics to the beauty-from-within space. Companies are implementing skinification techniques to address the consumer demand for anti-aging solutions that go beyond reducing wrinkles and instead focus on looking good by feeling good.  
Scent you can taste: Amorecco’s edible perfume boosts intimacy
Scent you can taste: Amorecco’s edible perfume boosts intimacy
UK-based intimate wellness brand Amorecco has launched Late Night Gelato — a lickable perfume designed to enhance intimacy and explore sexual pleasure through a multi-sensory experience. Combining scent and taste, the brand taps into the growing consumer demand and industry trend for immersive, sensory-driven fragrances. The scent blends edible vanilla and coconut, inspired by ice cream flavors. The brand describes it as a product meant to be sprayed, tasted, and devoured. Its launch echoes the cultural shift toward prioritizing women’s pleasure and personal well-being. 
Boosting Collagen Formulations: The Power of OptiMSM®
Boosting Collagen Formulations: The Power of OptiMSM®

The collagen ‘boom’ doesn’t show any signs of slowing. So how can brands stand out in such a saturated market? Read Balchem’s new whitepaper to uncover how OptiMSM®, the industry-leading source of methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), can be combined with collagen to enhance your beauty-from-within formulations – with MSM + collagen improving skin thickness, roughness and hydration better than collagen alone.[1]


[1]Pogačnik T, et al., J Func Foods 2023; 110: 105838.

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What’s trending in cosmetics? How AI is shaping bio-based beauty and personalized products
What’s trending in cosmetics? How AI is shaping bio-based beauty and personalized products
The beauty industry is constantly developing with changing consumer demands and new technologies steering trends. The latest shifts come from increasing environmental awareness and a desire for customizable cosmetics — and AI is the newest solution to meet these demands.AI is permeating every industry, and beauty is no exception. The innovation of bio-based ingredients shows no sign of slowing down as manufacturers increasingly leverage AI systems to transform ingredient creation. Consumers crave beauty solutions that are an extension of themselves, catering to their specific wants and needs. AI can play a transformative role in satisfying these consumer desires, inspiring new solutions at record speeds.In this webinar, you will discover what trends are driving cosmetics innovation and what the industry’s next major moves will be. Join Personal Care Insights to understand how key players are advancing the beauty industry.
Mitra Bio: Regenerative skin care comes to forefront with epigenetics
Mitra Bio: Regenerative skin care comes to forefront with epigenetics
The personal care industry is increasingly investigating cellular aging and cultivating solutions that tackle skin aging before it reaches the surface. We speak to Shakiba Kaveh, the founder and CEO of Mitra Bio, about how the company supports beauty brands in obtaining insights into how their treatments affect skin aging and rejuvenation in vivo.

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Algae-based sunscreen: Study unveils potential for sustainable and natural SPF
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A study has found that algae has photoprotective agents, making it suitable for natural sunscreen formulations without harming the environment. A proposed formulation used in the research holds the potential to provide a sustainable alternative for next-generation sun care products.  
Gattefossé and Ambiotis link lipid disruption to skin aging in joint research
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Gattefossé and Ambiotis have found that when pro-resolving lipid mediators become unbalanced they contribute to skin aging. The French companies’ joint research unveiled that these lipids become unbalanced in aged skin, disrupting cell communication and contributing to inflammation and tissue breakdown.
Beyond The Headlines: Clarins receives B Corp status, Brmud brings K-beauty to gaming
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This week, Clarins received B Corp certification for its environmentally sustainable and people-focused beauty operations. K-beauty brand Brmud announced a collaboration with esports organization FlyQuest to bring Korean skin care into the gaming world. Meanwhile, Chanel launched a reformulated limited edition balm of one of its classic men’s perfumes.  
Albéa equips dermo-cosmetic company with recyclable makeup remover solution
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Albéa Tubes has supplied Laboratoires SVR, a French dermo-cosmetic company, with recyclable and lightweight packaging for its Sensifine Makeup Remover Balm. The product features Albéa Tubes’ (RE)flex sleeve and the EcoFusion Top, which merges the head and cap into a single component. The packaging solution, produced at Albéa Tubes’ Lubna plant in Poland, allows over 80% weight reduction compared to standard caps.
US FDA panel recommends banning talc powder amid rising health fears
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The US FDA has invited experts to discuss the dangers of talc in cosmetics, with the international panel unanimously favoring a ban. The EU will ban the powder in 2027 due to its health risks when applied to the skin or ingested. The FDA commissioner, Martin Makary, stressed that the US should follow the EU’s lead on the ban.  
Vitafoods Europe 2025: Lubrizol highlights microencapsulation tech for skin radiance and wellness
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Lubrizol showcased nutraceutical solutions that feature microencapsulation technology for women’s beauty and health, as well as magnesium supplements, at Vitafoods Europe 2025 in Barcelona, Spain (May 20–22). Nutrition Insight met with the chemical company at the event to learn about its enhanced beauty-from-within innovation and discover how it improves bioavailability and absorption for effective results. 
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Indian retailers boycott Turkish cosmetics after president signals support for Pakistan

Indian distributors and retailers are boycotting personal care products from Türkiye. The boycott comes after Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan voiced support for Pakistan following its recent border clashes with India. On April 22, Islamist terrorists attacked India-administered Kashmir, killing 26 people, primarily Hindu tourists. This led India to launch missile strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Jammu and Kashmir on May 7. India said that the strikes targeted terrorist infrastructure, but Pakistan rejected India’s claims. 

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US FDA panel recommends banning talc powder amid rising health fears

The US FDA has invited experts to discuss the dangers of talc in cosmetics, with the international panel unanimously favoring a ban. The EU will ban the powder in 2027 due to its health risks when applied to the skin or ingested. The FDA commissioner, Martin Makary, stressed that the US should follow the EU’s lead on the ban.  

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Drunk Elephant sales drop after “Sephora kids” tarnished brand reputation

Drunk Elephant’s sales have dropped 65% year-over-year in the first quarter of 2025, according to parent company Shiseido’s latest financial report. The sharp decline caused a broader 8.5% decrease in net sales across the Japanese beauty giant’s global portfolio. 

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Anti-pollution solutionsMay2025

Innova Market Insights data indicates that three in five Millennial and Gen Z consumers globally are willing to spend more on science-backed skin care products. Europe is leading in personal care prod...

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“Skinification” Innovation May 2025

According to data from Innova Market Insights, skin care claims in body care product launches grew by 21% between 2020 and 2024, highlighting the rising consumer demand for skin-focused benefits. Skin care ingredients are also increasingly making their way into cosmetics, reflecting a broader shift toward multifunctional beauty products.

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Anti-pollution solutionsMay 2025

Innova Market Insights data indicates a 4% compound annual growth in personal care launches with anti-pollution claims from 2020 to 2024, with Europe accounting for half of these launches. Ethical claims such as microplastic-free are growing as consumers are interested in knowing more about the circularity in packaging and production.

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