Sequential: Testing shows skin microbiome plays a role in hyperpigmentation

Petronille Houdart, skin care director at Sequential, tells us about the company’s microbiome human testing for various personal care applications. Recent studies have shown that the skin microbiome influences hyperpigmentation....

Trivium Packaging: Sustainable beauty packaging builds lasting consumer trust

Trivium Packaging designs circular metal packaging for the beauty industry. Personal Care Insights speaks with Alice Bazzano, sustainability director, about how metal provides superior protection against air and light, helping...

Greenitio: Chitosan mushroom tackles petrochemicals and microplastics in personal care

Didier Vermeiren, COO and head of strategy at Greenitio, discusses how the company is leveraging chitosan-based derivatives for sustainable personal care. The natural innovation looks to replace petrochemicals and microplastics...

Cruelty Free International: Funding and deadlines for phasing out animal testing

The Canadian government has published its final strategy on animal testing, but Cruelty Free International argues that gaps remain. Monica Engebretson, head of public affairs for North America at Cruelty Free International, says...

Presperse: Advancing skin longevity by fighting zombie skin cells

With technology making aging more visible through filters and photo comparisons, beauty consumers are seeing anti-aging more holistically, creating a focus on longevity. Dr Daphne Benderly, director of R&D at Presperse,...

Acorn Biolabs: Using stem cells for personalized anti-aging skin care

Drew Taylor, co-founder and CEO of Acorn Biolabs, explains how the biotech company creates anti-aging serums using a person’s own stem cells. Taylor also discusses its safety, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. He also...