Pomegranate and botanical extract bottles promoting natural plant CO₂ extracts by FLAVEX, with SEPAWA Congress 2026 booth details.

Ela Jade Ünal

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About the author

Ela Jade Ünal is a senior journalist for Personal Care Insights. With a background in sociology, culture, and media studies, she explores the intersections between the personal care industry and society. She is passionate about mental health and personal care, sustainability, and the dynamics of race, class, and gender within the industry. She holds a BA in Liberal Arts and MA in Arts and Culture from Maastricht University and has previously worked as a newsletter writer and director in the mental health sector.

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Ela Jade Ünal's articles

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Givaudan Casablanca hub targets growing Middle East and Africa beauty markets

Givaudan has inaugurated a fragrance development hub in Casablanca, Morocco, to bolster its Fragrance & Beauty presence in the South Asia, Middle East, and Africa (SAMEA) region. The fragrances and...

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Lubrizol launches biodegradable thickener for sulfate-free hair care and cleaners

Lubrizol has launched Glucamate Evolve, a biodegradable thickener for sulfate-free surfactant systems. The release aligns with consumers prioritizing products that balance clean beauty principles,...

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US and UK retailers bet on K-beauty, dermacosmetics and premium care

Beauty retailers across the US and the UK are striking deals with K-beauty, hair care, and dermacosmetics brands with a series of launches, expansions, and campaigns. The big name retailers are...

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Biosurfactant partnerships and facility investments push category toward scale

The personal care industry is directing its attention to biosurfactant innovation as consumers demand gentler and more sustainable solutions. Industry players are investing in the category by...

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AI drives beauty innovation but experts flag bias and trust risks

Modern technological advancements are rapidly changing the beauty industry landscape throughout the entire production cycle. While technology is permeating beauty developments in science-driven...

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TriNutra study finds black seed oil boosts hair density and scalp health

In a study released this week, TriNutra has shown that its cold-pressed black seed oil, B’utyQuin, demonstrates significant hair density improvement. The dermatologically controlled clinical study on...

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Bemotrizinol US FDA approval spurs sunscreen innovation

Earlier this summer, sunscreen active ingredient bemotrizinol (BEMT) received US FDA approval, marking a major milestone for sunscreen innovation in the country. It became the first new sunscreen...

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Ulta Beauty boosts financial outlook after strong Q2 results

Ulta Beauty has announced its Q2 2026 results, showing a net sales figure of US$3.04 billion, an 8.9% growth year-over-year. The company attributes the increase to growth in comparable sales, its...

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