Flo Health: Bridging personal and health care for faster endometriosis diagnoses
It takes almost seven years for women to receive an endometriosis diagnosis, but Flo Health has found that when digital tools are used as intended, they can cut that time in half. The female...
WeNatal on transforming fertility into a shared personal care ritual
WeNatal is reframing fertility as personal care for both partners. Gender expectations are shattering throughout all facets of the industry — from androgynous scents to makeup for men — and are now...
How science and consumer choices are shaping plant-based beauty
The surge in plant‑based innovation is driven by shifting consumer expectations and rising sustainability commitments across the industry. Consumers increasingly favor brands that demonstrate...
Estée Lauder takes stake in 111Skin to capture post-procedure care surge
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...
April in review: Navigating Iran war, K-beauty opportunities, In-cosmetics Global 2026
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...
ASA bans Eucerin’s “five years younger” skin care claim over misleading evidence
A billboard advertisement for Eucerin’s Hyaluron-Filler Epigenetic Serum has been banned after a complaint was lodged with the UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). The poster, displayed at...
Kensing debuts palm-free biosurfactants to satisfy sustainability demand
Kensing has released its first fully upcycled, low-carbon, and palm-free biosurfactants in North America. The debut caters to the growing pressure in the personal and home care industries to reduce...
Henkel seals deal on Not Your Mother’s, enhancing US hair care strategy
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...
