US FDA approves first sunscreen ingredient in over two decades
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has permitted its first sunscreen active after two decades of inaction. The US beauty industry has been pushing for approval of a new sunscreen active since...
Indonesia tightens cosmetics compliance: Halal mandate nears as two million illegal products seized
Indonesia is tightening its grip on cosmetics compliance with new halal documentation requirements and enforcement against unregistered products. The country is sending a signal to the cosmetics...
Ingredion seals Tate & Lyle takeover, uniting specialty suppliers with personal care reach
Ingredion has announced a recommended all-cash offer to acquire Tate & Lyle, valuing the target’s share capital at roughly £2.7 billion (US$3.6 billion) and implying an enterprise value of...
Givaudan secures majority stake in Eurofragance to expand in high-performing fine fragrance sector
Givaudan will acquire a majority stake in Eurofragance to bolster its fine fragrance position. The deal aligns with Givaudan’s 2030 strategy, aiming to expand its presence and capabilities across...
Mixsoon talks viral skin-first makeup debut and K-beauty globalization
K-Beauty brand Mixsoon has launched its first-ever makeup collection, the PDRN Collagen Tinted Moisturizers, on Amazon. Building on the brand’s reputation for its glass skin skin care, the launch...
May in review: Estée Lauder in the spotlight, C-beauty demand, NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2026
Last month, Estée Lauder ended its merger talks with Puig, following complications. The beauty company also took a minority investment in 111Skin. Chinese beauty brands are rapidly expanding their...
IFF secures US$4.3B Food Ingredients sale to sharpen focus on scent and health
International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) has agreed to sell its Food Ingredients business to private markets manager CVC Capital Partners, sharpening the ingredient supplier’s focus on scent, health,...
NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2026: Biotech and multifunctionality surge while sun care enters new era
At NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2026 in New York, three clear trends dominated supplier showcases: biotech-driven actives, multifunctional ingredients, and advances in sun care. Across the show floor,...
