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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.
Natural/Sustainable
Sonneborn Expands SonneNatural Line with Fluidity 40P Cyclic Replacements and Synergy Customizable Hybrids
Sensory
Solabia Group Receives Gold Award and Launches New Texturizing Agent at In-cosmetics Asia 2025
Latest
Sponsored
Strengthen Your Skin, Lift Your Mood with Epionine® Bio
Epionine® Bio is a liposoluble active ingredient acting on the skin-mind connection with clinically proven dual action: soothing skin while reducing stress and its impact, improving well-being, and meeting growing demand for holistic beauty solutions.
Actives
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.
Sensory
Optimizing Bigels for Sensoriality and Efficacy: DoE Insights on Aqueous and Oil Phase Components
DoE methods examined component interactions in bigels to optimize sensoriality, performance and stability. Tests using HEC and tucuma oil revealed effects on mechanics, rheology and stability, underscoring the need to balance internal/external phases.
Consumers/Market
[video] Making Science Sell: Chemist Confessions on Unlocking the Appeal of Workhorse Ingredients
In this interview, sponsored by IFF, cosmetic chemists Victoria Fu and Gloria Lu of Chemist Confessions discuss the balance between science-driven formulation and consumer marketing — and use betaine's role as an osmolyte as a case study. Register now!
Event Coverage
6 Halal Ingredient Highlights at In-cosmetics Asia 2025 — Plus How Halal and Ethical Excellence are Taking Center Stage
In-cosmetics Asia 2025 will showcase halal-certified and other ethical beauty innovations among the industry's surging demand for clean, conscious and inclusive beauty solutions. Following are six ingredient highlights; plus market insights.
Sensory
Exploring the Impact of Climate on Formulations
Ever wondered why skincare can feel different in one place compared to another? It's all about the weather, specifically temperature and humidity. Here, Gattefossé explores the climate variation and sensory perception of cosmetic emulsions.
Actives
Problem-solving Beauty Ingredients
From dandruff-causing yeast to clean beauty preservation to summer hair stressors, new ingredients resolve challenges for consumers and formulators.
Formulating Aids
Optimizing Texture & Stability with JD Jojoba Esters – Get a Free Sample
Refine skin feel, structure, and hydration with JD Jojoba Esters. Access the technical sheet and request a free sample to explore the full formulation potential.
Actives
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.
Audio
[podcast] Why UV Enhancers are a Paradigm Shift for Sunscreen Innovation
Learn how UV enhancers are revolutionizing sunscreens by optimizing traditional UV filter efficacy. In this podcast, sponsored by BASF, experts Diane Tom and Victor Low explain and provide an example: BASF's Cutina Shine. Register to listen — it's free.
Moisturizing
Kelp Innovation Made Easier: GreenWave Launches Kelp CoLab to Further Seaweed Innovation in Personal Care
The collaboration model enables shared technical learnings and reduces individual R&D costs and risks.
