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Companies
Inovapotek Strengthens International Reach by Joining PhD Trials
By joining with PhD Trials, the company hopes to bring together scientific expertise with strong academic networks and complementary portfolios.
Featured
Sponsored
Skin vs. Climate Chaos: Building Resilience in Real Time
As climate instability reshapes skin behavior, beauty innovation is entering a new era. Adaptive skincare is evolving to help skin not just protect itself but thrive in a constantly changing world. Discover Gattefossé’s approach in the field of bioactives and sensorial functional ingredients.
Method/Process
Advances in Beauty and Personal Care Testing: Novel In vitro Models, Multi-Test Combos, ‘Evidence Packages’ and Real-World Exposure
Advances in analytics and in vitro models are revolutionizing R&D in cosmetics and personal care. This article explores trends, cutting-edge research and expert insights on how these technologies are shaping the future of ethical, efficient testing.
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June 2026
Top Headlines
Event Coverage
Which Cosmetic Devices, Tech and Test Methods/Tools Will Stand Up to the 2026
C&T Allē Awards
Challenge?
Companies
NSL Analytical Services Acquires Rocky Mountain Testing Solutions, Strenghtens Environmental Test Services
Actives
[interview] How Protein Instability Serves as a Biomarker of Aging — Cosmetic Victories Profile with IBGC/CNRS
Sponsored
Preservation, Reimagined: Hybrid Antimicrobial Strategies for Safer, More Natural, Skin‑Protective Personal Care Products
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Event Coverage
Urgent Action Demanded: Ahead of CPR Revisions, MEPs Rally to Secure EU’s Animal Testing Ban for Cosmetics
The organization is concerned that a misalignment between the CPR and REACH regulations is weakening the cosmetics animal testing ban.
Sponsored
Recharge Skin in the Digital Age: Rethinking Longevity with SkinCharge CLR™
As digital lifestyles reshape daily habits, skin aging is increasingly influenced by prolonged screen exposure. SkinCharge CLR™ introduces a new approach to longevity by supporting skin resilience, comfort and appearance in an always-on world.
Event Coverage
Rising to the Occasion: What it Means to Win a
C&T Allē Award
— Earn Your Standing Ovation in 2026
"We are profoundly grateful to the
C&T
team for acknowledging our efforts, which motivates us to persist in pushing boundaries and revolutionizing the cosmetics industry."
Sensory
Neuroscents: Leveraging the Predictive Brain for Fragrances that ‘Biohack’ Emotion and Cognition
The predictive brain constructs rather than observes product benefits, and imaging can reveal stages of this construction. This understanding was employed to design fragranced products that influence mood, perception and cognition, as demonstrated here.
Actives
Croda Highlights New Findings in Indian-heritage Consumers for its Ameyezing 4.0 Under-eye Brightener
Visible improvements were reported in 100% of participants after 56 days, with excellent tolerance
Method/Process
Bio + Chemo Guidance Uncover New Benefits in Known Naturals:
Murraya Koenigii
Extract Case Study
Murraya koenigii
extracts derived via various techniques were compared. One developed through chem- and bio-guidance paired with a natural deep eutectic technology uncovered lesser-known efficacies, leading to a natural active to boost elastin synthesis.
Event Coverage
Testing Innovators: Submit Now to Take Center Stage at the
2026 C&T Allē Awards
Do your methods and devices put cosmetic innovations to the test? The
Cosmetics & Toiletries
2026
Allē Awards
want to recognize you - enter now.
Method/Process
Haut.AI Launches 'Deep C.A.R.E.' System for More Context-aware Skin Care Matching
The system leverages advanced product tagging and comprehensive skin profiling to enhance personalization.
Efficacy
Beauty Before-and-Afters: How Better Imagery, AI, Social Media and Testing Are Changing the Game
“A high-quality before and after image offers a huge range of benefits. It pushes transparency. You’re no longer stating a claim, you’re demonstrating it."
Method/Process
Modeling and Targeting Cell Communication, Senescence and Immunoevasion to Support Skin Longevity
The present work sought to develop in vitro models to study the mechanisms of key hallmarks of aging: cellular communication, senescence and immunoevasion. The models were then used to test the efficacy of natural actives targeting these mechanisms.
Anti-aging/Face
Microalgal Bio-retinoid: A Retinol Alternative to Gently Rewind Signs of Photoaging
This article compares the efficacy of a bio-retinoid from microalga with that of retinol and bakuchiol to reverse signs of photoaging in vitro. Its efficacy, safety and skin-soothing effects vs. retinol and bakuchiol are also explored in clinical trials.
Efficacy
How Bee-friendly Aqueous Propolis ‘Sticks it’ to Microbiota Dysbiosis, Skin Conditions
An aqueous, or white propolis, extract was tested in vitro and shown to affect microbiota connected with skin conditions. In vivo trials also demonstrated the ingredient’s safety and efficacy in reducing skin discomfort, dryness and body odor.
