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Shark protections tighten as squalene sourcing for cosmetics drains populations
Shark protections tighten as squalene sourcing for cosmetics drains populations
A sweeping expansion of marine protections is set to challenge the cosmetics industry’s dubious sourcing of shark liver oil. The ingredient is used in squalene production, but weak trade and transparency rules allow companies and consumers to unknowingly use it. With shark populations in steep decline, regulators are stepping in to increase oversight. “According to a 2024 study published in the journal Science that looked at the plight of 521 species of deepwater sharks and rays, nearly two-thirds of threatened deepwater sharks have been used in liver oil products,” Barbara Slee, senior program manager at the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), tells Personal Care Insights.
Beauty in 2026: Neurocosmetics and inclusivity define cosmetic trends
Beauty in 2026: Neurocosmetics and inclusivity define cosmetic trends
Industry experts predict that next year’s beauty trends will feature dermocosmetics, inclusivity, K-beauty, and biotechnology. This year was defined by longevity and saw the rise of biotech and K-beauty — all three are predicted to continue increasing, but in new formats. 
Lack of transparency fuels “cycle of harm” as counterfeit cosmetics flood Latin America
Lack of transparency fuels “cycle of harm” as counterfeit cosmetics flood Latin America
Counterfeit cosmetics in Latin America are often sold at a low price in large quantities, without ingredient labels, in public markets and retailers. Large quantities of products enter the region without adequate information for sellers and buyers to make informed choices, putting pressure on manufacturers and brands.Personal Care Insights sits down with María Isabel Cárcamo, member of the steering committee of International Pollutants Elimination Network (IPEN) and coordinator of the Pesticide Action Network and its Alternatives for Latin America (RAPAL), Uruguay.
Hormonal beauty - Testing what skin reveals with Eurofins C&PC
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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Activeology: Transforming the delivery of active ingredients in personal care formulations
Activeology: Transforming the delivery of active ingredients in personal care formulations
This session dives into how cutting-edge scientific innovation is transforming the delivery of active ingredients in personal care formulations. You’ll gain insights into the intersection of chemistry, formulation science, and evolving consumer needs. Plus, how silicone elastomer technologies are unlocking new levels of product performance.What you’ll learn:
  • Carrier volatility and polarity: How physical properties influence active release and skin absorption.
  • SOEBs vs. SEBs: Why Silicone Organic Elastomer Blends outperform traditional systems in niacinamide delivery.
  • Vitamin C stability and delivery: How anhydrous silicone systems enhance both delivery and stability.
  • Melanin synthesis inhibition: Promising results from silicone-based Vitamin C formulations in brightening applications.
Whether you are in research and development, formulation, or product strategy, this webinar offers valuable insights to help you stay ahead of the curve. 
CTIBiotech: Lab-grown human skin for cosmetics testing
CTIBiotech: Lab-grown human skin for cosmetics testing

Nico Forraz, CEO of CTIBiotech, discusses the company’s computer-connected, lab-grown, human bioprinted skin technology. He says it is the “first of its kind” and features a functional sensory nervous system resembling human skin. The innovation’s primary purpose is to reduce reliance on animal testing while enhancing the accuracy and speed of cosmetics and fragrance testing processes.

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dsm-firmenich transforms Pantone’s color of the year into mood-shaping scent
dsm-firmenich transforms Pantone’s color of the year into mood-shaping scent
Pantone has revealed its color of the year for 2026, a bright white called Cloud Dancer. The fragrance industry is already rolling out scents inspired by the shade.  dsm-firmenich has created a fragrance collection that translates Pantone’s 2026 color of the year into scent. The health and beauty company has been the official sensory partner of Pantone Color of the Year since 2001. 
Ulta Beauty outperforms in Q3 and raises annual financial forecasts
Ulta Beauty outperforms in Q3 and raises annual financial forecasts
Ulta Beauty has increased its full-year outlook after achieving strong financial results for the third quarter of 2025 and bets on a fruitful holiday season. The report showed gains in net sales, comparable sales, and gross profit, alongside a renewed commitment to expansion plans. Shares of the company also reported third-quarter results above estimates, which were up about 5% after the financials were posted. The company’s stock has increased by approximately 33% this year. 
Shifting beauty searches: Research shows consumers prioritize products over...
Shifting beauty searches: Research shows consumers prioritize products over brands
Research has revealed that UK beauty shoppers are shifting their purchase habits from a focus on brands to a focus on products. Brand searches have dropped by 1.4% year on year (YoY), while product searches have risen 3.28% YoY. This shift is reshaping how brands can compete for attention in the UK beauty market. According to a report by the marketing agency MediaVision, declining brand searches are a sign of weakening brand loyalty. The influx of product searches, meanwhile, reflects consumers’ growing interest in finding solutions for their specific needs, influenced by the personalized beauty trend.
Cosmax unveils AI scent prediction tool to advance K-fragrance competitiveness
Cosmax unveils AI scent prediction tool to advance K-fragrance competitiveness
Cosmax has developed an AI scent prediction algorithm model based on the molecular structure of fragrances. The machine learning model is based on datasets from over 8,600 molecular fragrances to predict the scent of cosmetic raw materials and enhance the olfactory quality of cosmetics.Cosmax claims that the technology can overcome the existing limitations of current methods, such as detecting unusual odors that may be present and otherwise undetected in the early stages of product development.
Ultrasounds praised for treating and preventing cosmetic filler complications
Ultrasounds praised for treating and preventing cosmetic filler complications
Research presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America this week in Chicago, US, suggests that ultrasounds may aid in treating complications from cosmetic fillers.
“Familiar flavors”: Danone calls for patient-centric medical nutrition to...
“Familiar flavors”: Danone calls for patient-centric medical nutrition to improve adherence

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Danone underscores the importance of personalized medical nutrition with familiar flavors to help patients adhere to their prescribed plans and support their recovery. The company’s specialized nutrition brand, Nutricia, recently launched its first savory-flavored solution in the Fortimel PlantBased range. Clinical evidence indicates that the product improves nutritional status after four weeks, when used as prescribed. The high-protein, high-energy medical nutrition drink supports patients with malnutrition due to medical conditions or illness, bringing flavors and formats that “feel more connected to patients’ routines and preferences.” 
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Estée Lauder exceeds US$1B in restructuring amid AI and...
Estée Lauder Companies’ (ELC) restructuring program is costing far more than the US$500–$700 million figure the group first expected, with approved charges now reaching US$1.14 billion. Much of this spending comes from job cuts, contract terminations, and a broad shift toward more outsourced and technology-driven operations. The push toward technology is shaping how ELC invests in future growth, which is now visible in an AI-powered scent advisor the company has launched for its Jo Malone London brand. These digital flexes indicate how ELC is transitioning away from older, manual structures while investing in digital systems that may be essential to its future.
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November in review: Kimberly-Clark acquires Kenvue, COP-6,...
Last month in industry news, Kimberly-Clark announced its acquisition of Kenvue in a US$48.7 billion deal. At the beginning of November, country delegates gathered at the COP-6 convention to discuss how to address mercury in cosmetics. Over 150 governments agreed on a global plan to crack down on cosmetics containing the toxin. 
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Major sunscreen shakeup? WHO listing could transform prices...
The personal care industry is preparing for heightened demand for sunscreen, as it transitions from a cosmetic product to a preventive health essential that governments may begin to purchase directly. However, to guarantee accessibility for price-vulnerable communities, the World Health Organization (WHO) stresses that regulatory reform is necessary.The shift follows the WHO’s designation of sunscreen as an essential medicine in September, officially recognizing it as a necessary tool for global health.

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Natural & organic ingredientsDec2025

Innova Market Insights data indicates a +17% average annual growth in Personal Care launches with natural & organic claims. Approximately 58% of these launches took place in Europe. Most of these ...

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Winter care wonders Dec 2025

Innova Market Insights data show a 30% compound annual growth rate in winter claims for global Personal Care launches. Of these launches, 42% were in the Hand, Bath & Shower category. These products attract consumers with festive winter packaging and fragrances.

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Home care championsDec 2025

Innova Market Insights data indicates a 16% year-over-year growth in household product launches between October 2023  and September 2025. Europe was the leading region, accounting for one-third of global launches. Air fresheners were the top category, while cotton bud launches are growing rapidly.

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CTIBiotech: Lab-grown human skin for cosmetics testing

Nico Forraz, CEO of CTIBiotech, discusses the company’s computer-connected, lab-grown, human bioprinted skin technology. He says it is the “first of its kind” and features a functional sensory nervous system resembling human skin. The innovation’s primary purpose is to reduce reliance on animal...

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