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Sensory Science, Regulations, Photoprotection and Other Workshops Set IFSCC 2025 in Motion — Plus, the Opening Ceremony
The IFSCC 2025 Congress, held Sept. 15-18, 2025, in Cannes, opened with five comprehensive pre-congress workshops covering cognitive sensory science, regulatory trends, scientific publishing, photoprotection, and bio-inspired solvents.
Event Coverage
To Answer Your Question — Yes. Submit Now to the 2026
C&T Allēs
to Get the Early Bird Rate (Ends Sept. 15) — Then Update Entries Until the Final Deadline (Oct. 15)
Event Coverage
Rising to the Occasion: What it Means to Win a
C&T Allē Award
— Earn Your Standing Ovation in 2026
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Olivoil Glutamate SP: Building and Stabilizing Cold/Heat Process Emulsion
Olivoil Glutamate SP, a sustainable "surf-active" and emulsifier in powdery form, aligns with #skinimalism & #everythingshower trends. It offers clean beauty, superior sensory and versatility for modern, eco-conscious emulsions.
Audio
[podcast] Why UV Enhancers are a Paradigm Shift for Sunscreen Innovation
Learn how UV enhancers are revolutionizing sunscreens by optimizing traditional UV filter efficacy. In this podcast, sponsored by BASF, experts Diane Tom and Victor Low explain and provide an example: BASF's Cutina Shine. Register to listen — it's free.
Natural/Sustainable
Clean Food Group's Fermented Clean Oil 25 Secures Cosmetics Approval
Clean Food Group has secured cosmetics approval for its fermented Clean Oil 25 in the UK, Europe and the U.S. Developed with THG LABS and Croda, this sustainable alternative to traditional oils is now ready for commercial use in skin and hair care.
Safety
U.S. FDA Launches Real-time Adverse Event Dashboard for Cosmetics
The FDA has unveiled the FAERS public dashboard for cosmetic products, an interactive, real-time tool for querying adverse event data. It aims to increase transparency and facilitate public access to safety information for cosmetic products.
Bath/Shower
Zemea Achieves Microbiome-Friendly Certifications for Scalp & Vaginal Care
The ingredient achieved scores of 1.1 and 1.2 on the MyMicrobiome Standard scale, indicating minimal to no impact on microbial health.
Moisturizing
Jelly Product Spotlight: Maybelline Poreless Jelly Up to 24 hr Hydrating Blur Primer
Market drivers for jelly makeup include preferences for lightweight, breathable textures that offer customizable coverage while maintaining skin barrier function. This week's example is Maybelline's Poreless Jelly Up to 24 hr Hydrating Blur Primer.
Moisturizing
Kelp Innovation Made Easier: GreenWave Launches Kelp CoLab to Further Seaweed Innovation in Personal Care
The collaboration model enables shared technical learnings and reduces individual R&D costs and risks.
Bath/Shower
Read the Label: L’Occitane Almond Shower Oil Refill
Our Read the Label, written by Marc de Mul, Ph.D., of Measured Innovation, reviews new and trending cosmetic products, emphasizing their ingredient choices, sustainability and label claims. Featured here is L’Occitane's Almond Shower Oil Refill.
Natural/Sustainable
Olivoil Glutamate SP: Building and Stabilizing Cold/Heat Process Emulsion
Olivoil Glutamate SP, a sustainable "surf-active" and emulsifier in powdery form, aligns with #skinimalism & #everythingshower trends. It offers clean beauty, superior sensory and versatility for modern, eco-conscious emulsions.
Natural/Sustainable
Jojoba Desert Earns EcoVadis Platinum Medal for Sustainability Excellence in Cosmetic Ingredients
EcoVadis is a globally trusted platform that evaluates over 130,000 companies across 200 industries.
Safety
Safety Alerts in Beauty: TPO Bans, Heat Styling and Nanoparticle Emissions, Soap and Sunscreen Recalls and More
Here, we provide an overview of recent red flags relating to cosmetics and personal care product safety; from ingredient bans to product recalls and emerging research on nanoparticle emissions.
