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Revolutionary Ingredients Transforming Anti-aging and Skin Health
This article explores the science and sustainability behind innovative cosmetic ingredients and how they address skin concerns like aging, oxidative stress and damage.
Event Coverage
In-cosmetics Global Unveils the 2025 Award Contenders
Skin Care
Product Spotlight: Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Foaming Cleanser
Latest
Sponsored
GAÏALINE®: A Regenerative Solution for Skin, Hair and Soils
GAÏALINE® is a liposoluble active ingredient from Expanscience Laboratories that combines high-performance cosmetic actives with sustainable innovation. Clinically proven to smooth and reduce visible signs of aging, it also helps protect the hair fiber.
Actives
Gattefossé Unveils Noxifense to Defend Sensitive Skin Against Exposome Assault
Based on sea buckthorn, the ingredient targets oxi-inflammation, restoring balance and soothing irritant-prone skin.
Actives
Chemyunion's Upcycled Eccofia Citrus Rejuvenates Neck, Décolleté
The ingredient has been shown ex vivo and in vivo in the neck and décolleté area to improve skin health and promote the reduction of fine lines and wrinkles through various mechanisms
Natural/Sustainable
IFF and Kemira Form Joint Venture to Produce Sustainable Biobased Materials at Scale
IFF and Kemira invest €130M in Alpha Bio, a joint venture focused on producing renewable biobased materials using advanced DEB technology. Production begins in 2027, creating sustainable alternatives to fossil-based products.
Anti-aging/Face
Ashland Debuts Collapeptyl — The Latest Innovation in Collagen Science
Collapeptyl combines hyaluronic acid with peptides (tripeptide-1 and hexapeptide-9), creating a hybrid complex optimized for collagen synthesis.
Regional
U.S. Trade Tariffs Raise Uncertainties for Beauty's Future — CTPA and PCPC Respond
President Trump's tariffs imposing a baseline of 10% on imports (up to 54% in some regions) are set to disrupt global industries, including beauty. Experts warn of higher costs for ingredients, reduced innovation and potential shifts in consumer behavior.
Formulating Aids
Arxada Celebrates Innovation and Discovery at In-cosmetics Global 2025 - Stand 2C28
Arxada's two key products, Geomulse and Geogard, are an innovation duo that sets a new standard for formulators by enhancing product efficacy and extending shelf life.
Companies
Swedish Algae Factory Scales Production of Revolutionary Diatom-Based Material for Beauty and Tech Industries
Diatom shells exhibit light-altering, absorptive, releasing and blocking properties, useful for various applications. Derived from the diatoms, Algica is an efficient moisturizer, cleanser, sensory modifier, anti-pollution agent and SPF booster.
Actives
Pureblome by Provital Harnesses Endophyte Synergies for Well Aging and Acne Control
Pureblome is standardized in peptides and offers a triple efficacy solution by enhancing skin elasticity, balancing sebum production and promoting overall skin regeneration.
Polls
[poll results] What's the Most Rewarding Part of Being a Cosmetic Chemist?
Most of us have aspects of our jobs that we like most and least. We recently asked readers what they like most about being a cosmetic chemist. Here's what they said.
Actives
Futureproof Skin’s Longevity with the Next Generation of Peptides
To help brands meet new industry standards and take advantage of the widening market for well-aging solutions, dsm-firmenich has launched SYN®-COLL CB – a new, clean beauty version of its proven, collagen-boosting patented tripeptide.
