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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.

Augmented Longevity: Reprogramming the Skinspan Where Science, Technology and AI Redefine Ageing.

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.

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Beyond Metals and Dyes: Susonity Advances Pigment & Functional Filler Innovation

Susonity showcased technologies in multifunctional prototype concepts at the NYSCC Suppliers' Day.

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Siltech Shakes Up Color Cosmetics with Launch of High-Performance Film Former and "Dual-Effect" Elastomers

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And the C&T Allē Award Goes To ... Unveiling the 2026 Winners

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Global Natural Cosmetics Colorant Market Expected to Reach $71 Billion by 2031, According to New Report

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DEO: Aluminum salts free formulation challenges

Skinifying Oral Care: The Microbiome Science

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.

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Meet the 2026 C&T Allē Awards Finalists – Trailblazers in Beauty Innovation

The 2026 C&T Allē Awards are just around the corner, celebrating the trailblazers of beauty innovation on May 18, 2026, in NYC. This year’s finalists represent the pinnacle of creativity, science and vision. Meet this year's contenders.

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EU Regulations to Shake Up Beauty as of May 2026

The Omnibus Regulation amends Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 and will take effect on May 1, 2026. It focuses on the use of substances classified as CMRs.

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[video] An AI-Driven Computational Approach to Extract Aesthetic Features from Images without Bias

During the IFSCC 2025 Congress, Shun Obikane, of Kosé Corp., introduced an AI-driven computational approach to extract aesthetic features from makeup images without human labeling or subjective bias. Here we offer a short clip.

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16 Ingredients That Impact Hair Health: Myths vs. Reality

This article examines some of the most prevalent claims surrounding ingredients and hair health. Presenting both supporting insights and counter-arguments are industry experts Linda Foltis, Perry Romanowski and Peter Bailey.

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[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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Primient Covation Debuts Gentler, Sustainable Zemea Propanediol-powered Hair Color Formulations

Zemea propanediol offers a solution for creating hair color products that combine performance with a more sustainable and gentle approach, meeting today's consumer demands.

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3 Areas of Concern — But Also Strides in Safety: ChemForward Presents 2025 Beauty Ingredient Report Powered by Sephora, Ulta and Other Member Data

The report — powered by data from Sephora, Ulta, The Honest Company, Credo Beauty, Counter, Inolex and Dow — analyzed more than 48,000 products and 1.25 million ingredients, marking a fivefold increase in data since 2023.

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Hybridized Product Spotlight: Buttermelt Pressed Powder Blush by NYX

In February 2025, Business of Fashion declared "the hottest trend in makeup is skin care," noting that this fusion can be a way for skin-first companies to break into a new category. This week, NYX Buttermelt Pressed Powder Blush provides an example.

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Emotional Well-being is the New Face of Beauty, Oriflame Global Report Reveals

New research commissioned by Oriflame shows women worldwide see beauty routines as essential for self-confidence and mental wellness, not just appearance.

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Does Your Product Belong Among the C&T Allē Award Elites? Enter the 2026 Program to Find Out

The C&T Allē Awards have a long history of recognizing excellence across the cosmetic landscape. Does your innovation have what it takes to join them? Enter now to find out.

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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."