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BotaniCellar Crithmum Maritimum, based on the namesake extract, has been described as 'the most precious skin care ingredient of the 21st century' and is a rare plant from Brittany’s coast, according to Uniproma.

Uniproma Makes Rare Botanicals Accessible for Skin Care via Single-Use Biodegradable Reactors

Using patented single-use biodegradable reactors, the company reports it has dramatically reduced the cost of cell culture.

Beauty is expected to become 64% larger by expanding into the wellness and ritual categories.

The Longevity and Slow-Aging Movement Gets an Ingredient Refresh

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Croda Beauty Uncovers Texture, Elasticity and Comfort Benefits of SphingoCare DS-CERAmix-V for Sensitive Skin

Reimagining Biodegradable Color Cosmetics: Eastman Esmeri™ CC1N10

Reimagining Biodegradable Color Cosmetics: Eastman Esmeri™ CC1N10

As regulatory pressure on personal care products intensifies and consumer demand for sustainable beauty options grows, brands must deliver exceptional performance alongside verifiable sustainability attributes — such as ingredient biodegradability.

Brands are investing in research to understand the unique needs of diverse skin tones and types; from hyperpigmentation in deeper skin tones, to eczema in sensitive skin and even the needs of Gen Alpha consumers.

9 Trends in Cosmetic Innovation in 2025 You Can’t Afford to Ignore

The year 2025 transformed cosmetics with groundbreaking innovations in AI, biotech and sustainability. From personalized skin care to inclusive beauty and neurocosmetics, here we recap the trends and technologies leading the way forward for our industry.

Brands are incorporating biotech-derived actives to promote skin and hair longevity and resilience, moving beyond just proactive health optimization.

Promoting Skin and Hair Health: AI Enabled, Eco Focus, Longevity, Clinical Grade, Biotech and More

Science and technology are paving the way for a future where skin and hair care are seamlessly integrated with wellness. How are today’s market trends and drivers moving us in this direction? Here, several industry experts weighed in.

This reception marks a pivotal moment for the C&T Allē Awards as it gathers the brightest minds in person to recognize breakthrough technologies and formulations.

[updated] 2026 C&T Allē Awards Date is Set: Join Us May 18 for a Red Carpet Reception in NYC

Mark your calendar: May 18, 2026, the C&T Allē Award winners will be announced at an exclusive red-carpet style reception in New York City.

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Brighten Skin and Mood: Neurocosmetics for the Winter Season

When daylight fades, our mood and skin both tend to lose radiance. Neurocosmetics, active ingredients that connect the skin and brain, offer an innovative solution as they enable the creation of skin care to enhance appearance while uplifting well-being.

The company also released a study that highlights the ability of its silicone gel adhesives to deliver active ingredients such as retinol and ibuprofen with precision and customizable release profiles.

Advancing Wound Care and Sustainability: Wacker Debuts Silpuran Eco 2114 Biomethanol Silicone Gel Adhesive

The novel adhesive offers a sustainable alternative to traditional gels, reducing carbon dioxide emissions during production by up to 28%.

The project's objective was to establish new, sustainable production systems for plant-derived cosmetic ingredients with scientifically validated biological activity and efficacy.

3 Anti-aging Discoveries: InnCoCells' Screening Collab Uncovers Sustainable Plant Extracts with Proven Benefits

The EU-funded InnCoCells project, a €7.9 million initiative spanning 4.5 years and 17 partners across 11 countries, represents the most comprehensive exploration of plant-derived cosmetic ingredients to date, according to project leaders.

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Kao Corp. Uncovers Breakthrough Insights into Sensitive Skin: Tight Junctions and Claudin-3

Findings suggested that tight function dysfunction could be involved in skin sensitivity.

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[podcast] Strengthening Sensitive Skin's Resilience with an Indigenous Self-healing Botanical

This free podcast, sponsored by BASF, dives into the growing market for sensitive skin solutions, exploring the factors driving its prevalence and introducing the company's new launch, Ameriflor Calm, to strengthen sensitive skin. Register to listen.

The active is derived from the self-healing Prunella vulgaris plant, a resilient botanical long used in traditional medicine by Indigenous nations.

BASF's Ameriflor Calm Boosts Sensitive Skin's Resilience with Traditional Self-healing Botanical

Ameriflor Calm is a new botanical active from BASF that helps sensitive skin become more resilient by reducing redness, minimizing water loss and defending against environmental stressors.

Skin Care as Health Care: Dermalogica Expands Access to Skin Health with New HSA/FSA Payment Option

Come see how Dermalogica is making skin care more accessible to shoppers of all incomes using Flex payment options.