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Cosmetic Ingredients
Actives
Clariant Launches Genadvance Repair Active for Hair Styling
The ingredient, once activated by heat, interacts with the hair’s keratin structure to seal damaged cuticles and protect the hair surface.
Featured
Sponsored
Augmented Longevity: Reprogramming the Skinspan Where Science, Technology and AI Redefine Ageing.
During this global webinar, Safic-Alcan will bring together market, scientific and technical perspectives to decode the concept of augmented longevity.
Audio
[podcast] How CLR Berlin is Expanding the Potential of SyriCalm™ CLR With All-Around Rinse-Off Efficacy
New studies show how SyriCalm™ CLR can be used in hair, face and body rise-off applications to reduce skin irritation, improve skin comfort and meet consumer demand for mild but effective formulations.
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September 2026
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Audio
[podcast] Navigating the New Era of SPF: BMT Approval, OTC Regulations, and MoCRA Impact
Actives
Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant Launches KanuFresh Active
Sponsored
Augmented Longevity: Reprogramming the Skinspan Where Science, Technology and AI Redefine Ageing.
Conditioning
Beyond Conditioning: One Technology for Hair, Skin and Body Care
Latest
Sponsored
Skinifying Oral Care: The Microbiome Science
Join BLIS Technologies to unpack the strain science behind microbiome-friendly oral care: how targeted antimicrobial peptides modulate the ecosystem rather than strip it, how to formulate with live probiotics in real-world formats, and how to map claims that keep cosmetic products compliant.
Sensory
JD Jojoba Colorless Oil: Performance Without Compromise
Keep color, fragrance and sensory performance under control. JD Jojoba Colorless Oil delivers biomimetic moisturization, lightweight elegance and exceptional stability, with a certified organic option available.
Actives
Debut Launches New Ingredient for Hyperpigmentation
In a 12-week clinical study, 97% of users showed improvement in hyperpigmentation.
Cleansing
Beyond Cleansing: Turning Rinse-off Products into Active Skin Care
Cleansers are increasingly expected to do more than remove dirt and impurities. Three new in vivo studies with SyriCalm™ CLR (PC) demonstrate how rinse-off formulations can actively support skin and scalp—despite their characteristically short contact time.
Companies
L’Oréal Groupe, COSMAX Sign Agreement to Collaborate on Next-Gen Beauty Innovations
The collaboration will focus on three key areas: global product development, innovative ingredients and sensory innovation.
Anti-aging/Face
CeraVe Takes Skin-Barrier First Approach with Super Boost Serum
The Super Boost Serum combines three essential ceramides and ceramide booster technology with five anti-aging ingredients.
Natural/Sustainable
Discovering Alteromonas lipotrueae: A New Approach to Expression Lines
A newly discovered marine microorganism inspired a next-generation neurocosmetic active that helps reduce expression lines by modulating neuron-muscle communication while improving skin firmness and hydration.
Cosmetic Ingredients
Editor’s Note: Slow it Down
Tech/Equipment/Production
Advancing Hyper-Personalized Cosmetics: A Dual Approach Combining Regulatory Methodology and Live A/B Performance Testing
A made-to-order, direct-to-consumer (DTC) model enables cosmetic brands to manage complex regulatory compliance for millions of personalized formulas while leveraging live consumer data to de-risk physical product renovations.
Anti-aging/Face
Expert Opinions: Skincare Gets Clinical with the Rise of Dermocosmetics
Industry experts give their thoughts on the rise in cosmetic products backed by dermatologists.
Anti-aging/Face
Read the Label: Drunk Elephant Protini Powerpeptide Resurfacing Serum with Lactic Acid
The serum contains 10% lactic acid to exfoliate and firm skin.
Actives
The 25-Year Journey: Inside the Landmark FDA Approval of BEMT
Carl D’Ruiz describes the path to adding a new sunscreen active to the FDA’s list as “an epic journey.”
