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Webinar preview: How neurocosmetics and personalization shape beauty’s future

The personal care industry is experiencing a shift toward more science-driven, customized beauty solutions. One of the most intriguing developments in this area is neurocosmetics, a field that blends neuroscience with skin care. This emerging sector is expanding the potential of beauty products, offering consumers a more personalized, holistic approach that goes beyond the surface of skin care to include emotional and mental well-being. 
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Formulating “feel-good beauty”: Unlocking the skin–brain axis for neurocosmetics
Consumer demand is moving toward beauty-from-within, holistic balance, and emotional optimization, pushing neurocosmetic innovation — where therapeutic results, sensory pleasure, and mental well-being are intertwined. Personal Care Insights speaks to Givaudan Active Beauty and Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions to take a closer look at this space, addressing clinical studies and the effectiveness of neurocosmetic ingredients as the category matures.
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Regulating microneedling: UK parliamentary guide sets best practice amid safety concerns
The rise in microneedling treatments has prompted leading industry bodies to introduce new standards following an increase in health warnings for the treatment. The launch of the Sharp Standards Guide to Microneedling, supported by Dermalogica and the British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC), marks a step in demonstrating the industry’s commitment to consumer safety in the absence of current UK legislation.
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Using proprietary technologies like Zeta Fraction™, PSR™ technology and phytofermentology™, Ashland extracts potent actives from flower sources through eco-friendly processes, ensuring both efficacy and environmental responsibility. Driven by sustainability and technological advancement commitments, this allows development of biofunctionals that harness the power of advanced technologies, artificial intelligence, and plant-based innovation.

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In-cosmetics Global 2026: Gattefossé explores climate-adaptive skin care and sensory expertise

At In-cosmetics, Gattefossé spotlighted Silkaress, a new bioactive designed to help skin adapt to environmental stress. Product marketing leader Laurie Canel and global applications manager Vincent Hubiche discussed its cellular-level benefits, from improved cohesion to hydration balance. We also spoke about how Gattefossé’s three decades of sensory expertise is shaping future climate-adaptive, experience-driven formulations.

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In-cosmetics Global 2026 review: Data-driven beauty and biotech reshape ingredient innovation
At In-cosmetics Global 2026 in Paris, France, the personal care industry leaned into biotech, multifunctionality, and data-driven development. Across the show floor, brands emphasized clinically backed actives, circular ingredients, and AI-powered formulation tools, alongside a growing focus on scalp health, emotional benefits, and long-term resilience. Major industry players highlighted solutions built around resilience, functionality, and real-world efficacy. We round up the event’s key innovators and what they showcased.

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Estée Lauder raises full-year outlook after first organic sales growth in four...
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The Estée Lauder Companies’ (ELC) Q3 report for FY 2026 has shown double-digit net sales growth in its Fragrances division. The year-to-date profitability has raised the company’s full-year fiscal outlook, expecting to bring a restoration of organic sales growth and expansion of adjusted operating margin for the first time in four years.Net sales grew in three out of four geographic regions and were led by mainland China. The company’s multi-year vision, Beauty Imagined, launched in February 2025, is reported to be on track, and its Profit Recovery and Growth Plan (PRGP) is ahead of previous projections.
American Academy of Dermatology flags generational gaps in sun safety
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The American Academy of Dermatology’s (AAD) annual Practice Safe Sun Survey results show that many US Americans do not practice adequate sun safety, with misinformation, social media, and tanning myths acting as driving factors.In the national survey of 1,132 US adults, the AAD found key gaps in information and sun safety literacy. While over half of the surveyed report regular use of sunscreen, almost half also received a C or lower score on AAD’s sun safety quiz, which assesses knowledge related to sun protection.
Estée Lauder takes stake in 111Skin to capture post-procedure care surge
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The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) has invested in 111Skin, a luxury clinical skin care brand. The minority investment comes as the industry is adapting to a rising demand for recovery care amid the increasing popularity of aesthetic treatments. 111Skin was founded by plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Yannis Alexandrides in 2012 to accelerate his patients’ healing time following procedures. 
Quadpack equips natural skin care start-up with airless jar for product...
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Quadpack has supplied German start-up When Nino Meets Lella (Ninella) with its Regula Airless container for the skin care company’s new plant oil-infused skin care range. The 30 mL plastic container houses Ninella’s day cream, night cream, and hyaluronic fluid. It is available in polyethylene terephthalate (PET) or polypropylene with a metal-free pump and is manufactured at Quadpack’s Kierspe factory in Germany. 
NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2026: Wacker to exhibit bio-based hair care and color...
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At NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2026 (May 19–20) in New York City, US, the Wacker Chemical Corporation is set to present ingredient technologies for hair care, skin care, sun care, and color cosmetics. The company says it will focus on performance, versatility, and bio-based alternatives across personal care applications.
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Seppic has entered the cognitive health market with the launch of Sepibright at the ongoing Vitafoods Europe tradeshow. Live on the showroom floor in Barcelona, Spain, the manufacturer speaks with Nutrition Insight, discussing the effectiveness of this upcycled ingredient and the rising demand for natural supplements. 
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April in review: Navigating Iran war, K-beauty...
This month, the Iran war sent shockwaves throughout the personal care sector, causing a multitude of responses to mitigate supply chain impact. The continuously expanding K-beauty movement set its sights on a new geographical location, India. Additionally, South Korea’s fragrance exports hit their highest monthly figure on record, signaling a high-potential opportunity. 
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EU restricts 12 cosmetics ingredients amid health concerns
The European Commission (EC) has restricted 12 cosmetic ingredients due to concerns related to potential endocrine disruption or genotoxicity.Regulation (EU) 2026/909 was published in the Official Journal of the European Union, with restrictions set to take effect on January 1, 2027. It amends Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 — the primary regulatory framework for cosmetic products in the EU market.
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Henkel seals deal on Not Your Mother’s, enhancing US hair...
Henkel has completed the acquisition of Not Your Mother’s (NYM), a hair care and styling brand in North America, boosting its US hair portfolio. The multinational conglomerate says it will leverage the combined organization to cultivate a collection of on-trend consumer brands. “Together, we will continue reimagining hair care to meet consumers’ evolving needs,” says Phil Schaffer, corporate SVP at Henkel Consumer Brands, North America. 

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Jojoba in the spotlightMay2026

Jojoba is gaining momentum in global beauty and personal care launches as consumers increasingly seek value-driven, ingredient-led products. According to Innova Market Insights data, half of the launc...

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Ethical beauty elevated May 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates a 20% growth in ethical claims for personal care launches from 2021 to 2025. This rise reflects growing consumer demand for transparency, sustainability, and animal-friendly practices across the beauty industry.

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Plant-based innovation trendsMay 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates a 14% average growth in plant-based claims for personal care launches from 2021 to 2025. Europe accounted for the largest share of launches, with hand, bath, and shower products leading the category. Shower products dominated, while massage oils are gaining traction.

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