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Shortlist Announced for in-cosmetics Asia 2026 Innovation Awards
The winners of the in-cosmetics Asia 2026 Innovation Zone Best Ingredient Awards will be announced on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
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DEO: Aluminum salts free formulation challenges
Join Kalichem for a technical deep dive into the science driving innovation in aluminum salts-free deodorant formulations. This session will explore the role of biomimetic mineral actives, patented postbiotics, and olive oil-derived emulsifiers in addressing key formulation challenges, with a focus on performance, functionality, and skin compatibility.
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[podcast] The Definition of Performance Plus: Exploring Ashland’s New Polymer Platforms
Ashland’s director of marketing for personal care discusses the company’s latest innovations to create sustainable products with sensorial experiences.
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October 2026
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Hair Care
Scalp and shaft care: PDRN, Postbiotics and conditioning solutions
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Skinifying Oral Care: The Microbiome Science
Anti-aging/Face
CeraVe Takes Skin-Barrier First Approach with Super Boost Serum
Anti-aging/Face
Expert Opinions: Skincare Gets Clinical with the Rise of Dermocosmetics
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DEO: Aluminum salts free formulation challenges
Join Kalichem for a technical deep dive into the science driving innovation in aluminum salts-free deodorant formulations. This session will explore the role of biomimetic mineral actives, patented postbiotics, and olive oil-derived emulsifiers in addressing key formulation challenges, with a focus on performance, functionality, and skin compatibility.
Actives
Formulating for Menopausal Skin: Barrier Resilience, Structural Integrity and Skin Longevity Approaches
Menopausal skin presents distinct physiological and formulation challenges that extend beyond traditional anti-aging paradigms.
Balancing/Soothing
Next-Generation Skin-Identical Ceramides: Overcoming the Short-Chain Structural Mismatch
The EcoCeramide range by LCS Biotech addresses a functional gap through sustainable, high-purity lipids matching the natural human ceramide profile.
Hair Care
K18 Introduces FutureIQ Serum for Hair Longevity
The serum includes biomimetic peptides and advanced antioxidants that synergistically activate root proteins that hold hair in place.
Natural/Sustainable
Palmless by C16 Biosciences Releases New Efficacy Data for Torula Oil
Company officials hope that the new efficacy data will demonstrate the benefit of biotech-derived ingredients that offer multiple benefits in one.
Anti-aging/Face
L’Oréal Paris Launches Revitalift Melasyl Dark Spot Creamy-Serum
In a consumer test, 97% of participants agreed that their skin tone appeared more even and radiant after use.
Actives
dsm-firmenich Relaunches ALPAFLOR Bioactives Portfolio
The key component of the ALPAFLOR line is the adaptive intelligence of Alpine plants.
Actives
The Longevity Illusion: FIT’s 2026 Think Tank Exposes the Credibility Gap in Beauty Innovation
A call to action to restructure product development and communication pipelines around verified performance, educational clarity and experiential depth.
Color Cosmetics
Core Biogenesis Unveils Biotech-Powered Lip Longevity Gloss
Officials at Core Biogenesis hope that Lip Longevity Gloss will serve as a platform for inspiration for beauty brands seeking to explore new opportunities in lip care.
Actives
DavosLife E3 Tocotrienols: Proven to Repair & Protect from Modern Pollution
Looking for a natural bioactive to use for anti-blue light and anti-pollution formulations? DavosLife E3 Tocotrienols are scientifically proven to boost skin’s resilience against modern pollution. Discover this safe, effective and gentle solution.
Event Coverage
2026
C&T Allēs
Honor 80 Beauty Innovators with Merits
Cosmetic innovations that demonstrate remarkable strengths in specific areas are honored as Merit recipients, with 80 being awarded in 2026.
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C&T Allē Award
Goes To ... Unveiling the 2026 Winners
