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In-cosmetics Global 2026 live: Seppic unveils Solagum X+ and redefines personal care as “futuristic” journey

Seppic continues to expand its natural polymer portfolio with the launch of Solagum X+ — its latest cross-linked polysaccharide of natural origin that combines sensoriality and performance. The product, among other formulations, such as “The Cosmos Beauty Odyssey,” is being showcased live at the In-cosmetics Global trade show currently being held (April 14–16) in Paris, France.
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Botanical beauty evolves beyond “natural” with performance and transparency demands
Botanical and flower-derived ingredients are transforming, driven by a combination of changes in consumers’ ethical, lifestyle, and performance expectations. More consumers are seeking plant-based beauty solutions that include environmentally responsible values, cruelty-free practices, and vegan formulations. Innova Market Insights data indicates that in the past three years, there has been a 15% increase in the growth of personal care launches with botanical/herbal claims, demonstrating consumers’ interest in products with botanical ingredients.
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Dr. Squatch on how men’s care grows in today’s cultural landscape
The men’s personal care market is undergoing a significant shift, with social media and changing cultural expectations driving how men approach self-care. Rather than relying on outdated notions of masculinity, brands are making self-care approachable and normal.Personal Care Insights sits down with John Ludeke, senior VP of Global Marketing at Dr. Squatch, who tells us how the brand has tailored its product catalog and marketing strategies to cater to this evolving consumer base. Dr. Squatch’s success, he explains, stems not only from offering high-performance, clean ingredients but also from breaking down the stigma around men’s grooming by making it fun and something to look forward to.
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A Patented Breakthrough in Scalp Health — Learn more from the clinical study results
Purakan™ is a patented breakthrough in natural scalp care, proven to outperform market leaders on pruritus, dandruff, itching, and flaking. It replaces synthetic options like ZPT and piroctone olamine. Clinical studies show 89.7% of participants experienced reduced dandruff and itching within just seven days.This technical paper is brought to you by Mane Kancor.
Andrea Nigon & Lorraine Denois, Seppic
In-cosmetics Global 2026 live: Seppic debuts "new generation" polysaccharide ingredient

Live at In-cosmetics Global, Andrea Nigon, market and digital manager, and Lorraine Denois, senior market and digital manager, at Seppic, tell us about the launch of Solagum X+, a polysaccharide with multifunctional properties. They highlight its ability to bridge the gap between natural ingredients and performance. While functioning as a texturizing agent, Solagum X+ also demonstrates emotional benefits, such as comfort and revitalization. We also discuss Seppic’s new Cosmos Beauty Odyssey Collection, which merges nutricosmetics and sensory experiences to meet the growing demand for holistic beauty solutions.

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In-cosmetics Global 2026 preview: Holistic beauty and longevity drive innovation
In-cosmetics Global 2026 in Paris, France (April 14–16), will reveal the latest trends and product developments in the beauty industry. In this preview, Personal Care Insights highlights leading exhibitors and what they will showcase on the trade show floor. This year’s key themes include longevity, scalp care, and nutricosmetics.

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Honey Pot expands into perimenopause period care, targeting multi-generational...
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As the women’s intimate health category continues to grow worldwide, there is an abundance of products designed for women to support overall health. US-based Honey Pot is expanding its period care line to include new Peri-Harmonizing Herbal Infusion Pads & Liners, designed to give comfort and restore balance during the instability of perimenopause.
In-cosmetics 2026 live: Berg+Schmidt’s BergaCare range leads hair care’s...
Berg+Schmidt’s booth at In-Cosmetics Global 2026.
Berg+Schmidt Care Ingredients is introducing a new line of specialized hair care raw materials at the In-cosmetics Global 2026 trade show in Paris, France (14–16 April), as well as ingredients that target the growing “skinification” trend. The new BergaCare Hair Care range includes scientifically validated actives and functional materials designed to offer holistic care from the scalp to the ends of the hair fiber.
In-cosmetics Global 2026 live: dsm-firmenich enters exosome beauty with...
dsm-firmenich's booth at the In-cosmetics 2026
dsm-firmenich has launched its plant-derived exosome ingredient, Exovive Lift, at this week’s ongoing In-cosmetics Global 2026 trade show (April 14–16). The ingredient marks the company’s debut into the growing exosome skin care space, and is positioned as a next-generation solution for skin regeneration. Developed as an “extracellular synergy system,” the ingredient combines exosomes derived from Alpine apple, Mediterranean tangerine, and Sicilian papaya.
In-cosmetics Global 2026 live: Roquette unveils sensory-driven alginates and...
Roquette's booth at the In-cosmetics tradeshow 2026
Roquette is debuting four cosmetic ingredients aimed at enhancing texture, sensoriality, and wear performance at the ongoing In-cosmetics Global 2026 tradeshow in Paris, France (April 14–16). The launch includes Beauté by Roquette DS 700, a starch-based softgel for film-forming technology. Personal Care Insights speaks with Sophie Castelain, global communications manager at Roquette Beauté, live from the show floor. She tells us that Beauté by Roquette DS 700 is positioned as a dual-function ingredient that combines packaging innovation with performance benefits.
India’s beauty boom goes digital, drawing global brands and investors
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India’s beauty market and its fast-growing consumer base are reeling in major players in the global cosmetics industry. Multiple international brands, retailers, and investors have recently made moves to capture and strengthen their local footholds — and across the board, a trend of focusing on digitally-driven beauty has emerged. Japanese beauty brand Kosé says it is sharpening its focus on India as part of its global growth strategy. Meanwhile, local beauty e-commerce platform Nykaa continues to scale, flaunting strong revenue growth and the launch of a flagship boutique for Charlotte Tilbury in New Delhi.
Paul Stamets explores mycology and immune health benefits of mushroom mycelium
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In the growing mushroom supplements industry, there is an increased focus on mycelium’s impact on immunity and other health benefits. This root-like network of fungi consists of thread-like branches that grow underground or within substrates, while fruiting bodies (mushrooms) grow above the ground and release spores. Nutrition Insight dives into the mycelium with mycologist Paul Stamets, founder of Fungi Perfecti and Host Defense Mushrooms and presenter on the Netflix series “Fantastic Fungi,” who highlights the benefits of mushrooms’ mycelium as “the immune system of the ecosystem.” 
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Health and Beauty
Uniting for sun safety: Industry pushes for daily SPF use...
Multiple organizations have engaged in a cross-industry effort to promote daily sun protection as a critical public health priority. The groups across the personal care products and consumer health care sectors are aligning behind a single message: sunscreen is an everyday essential for protecting skin health and reducing the risk of skin cancer. 
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In-cosmetics Global 2026: Givaudan and Haut.AI demo active...
Cosmetic ingredient manufacturer Givaudan Active Beauty and beauty tech company Haut.AI have partnered to create a virtual try-on experience powered by AI. At In-cosmetics Global 2026, Paris, France (April 14–16), the pair will showcase technology that allows users to visualize the effects of Givaudan’s ingredients on their skin via a photorealistic simulation. The experience is powered by Haut.AI’s SkinGPT simulation technology and aims to bridge the gap between laboratory science and visible consumer outcomes.
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Regulatory News
RFK Jr. pushes to legalize popular injectable peptides amid...
US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) has announced efforts to make injectable peptides easier and legal to access, sparking celebration in the online “wellness” space. The move would reverse current US FDA restrictions. The US government would have to place the proposed peptides — over a dozen — on a curated list of drug ingredients that authorizes compounding pharmacies to make them. 

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Skin barrier breakthroughsApr2026

Innova Market Insights data shows that consumers increasingly look for barrier-repair benefits when choosing moisturizers. From 2021 to 2025, personal care launches with microbiome-related claims grew...

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Next-gen neurocosmetics Apr 2026

Innova Market Insights’ survey data indicates that 39% of global consumers are interested in clinical beauty. As demand for stress-relief and mood-enhancing beauty rises, neurocosmetics are emerging, blending wellness positioning with measurable skin performance.

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Botanical flower powerApr 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that in the past three years, there has been a 15% increase in growth for personal care launches with botanical/herbal claims. This aligns with consumers’ interest in products with botanical ingredients. Asia led these launches, while gotu kola extract launches show potential for innovation.

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