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Product Spotlight: E.l.f. Thirst Burst Drops
The focus on "glowing" skin will be a major theme to strut the fall and winter 2025 catwalks. E.l.f.'s Thirst Burst Drops align with this theme. Here, we spotlight the product and its hibscus ingredient, which the literature confirms improves hydration.
Event Coverage
How IFSCC 2025 Will Make Waves in Cannes — and in Beauty: Interview with Christine Lafforgue, Ph.D., Congress President
Natural/Sustainable
Vantage Highlights Nature-powered Innovations for Skin, Hair and Sun
Latest
Natural/Sustainable
Global Biotech Market Set to Double by 2034 - Free Webinar Explores How it Answers Beauty Industry Challenges
The global biotech ingredients market is projected to nearly double to US $5.10 billion by 2034. Responding to this, industry experts are turning toward cutting-edge solutions like those described in our upcoming webinar, sponsored by Evolved By Nature.
Event Coverage
More Time to Shine: Submission Deadlines Extended for the 2026
C&T Allē Awards
The 2026
C&T Allē Awards
just gave innovators more time to shine. Early Bird entries are now due Sept. 15, with final submissions accepted through Oct. 15. Don’t miss your chance to be spotlighted for excellence in beauty innovation.
Sponsored
Remastered Fragments™: Smart, Ethical Innovation in Skincare
Fragments remastered™ fuses biotech and sustainability to deliver biomimetic protein fragments via vertical farming. These actives boost collagen, elasticity, and skin structure—clinically proven, ethical, and eco-conscious skincare innovation.
Literature/Data
Top Derms Agree: These Skin Care Ingredients Work Best
In a Northwestern Medicine study, a host of nationwide experts identified the best topical skin care ingredients for given skin conditions. The review focused on recommendations by cosmetic dermatologists and narrowed a list of 318 to just 23.
Moisturizing
Quat-free Cationic Emulsifier-based Lotions for Skin Moisturization
Quaternary ammonium compounds have raised eco and health concerns, driving demand for alternatives. Here the clinical efficacy of cationic emulsifier-based quat-free solutions to provide lasting moisture was compared with that of a quat-based benchmark.
Actives
BioMara Unveils Revyntra — A Regeneratively Farmed Fucoidan for Sustainable Skin and Hair Care
Presented for skin and hair care, Revyntra offers hydration, antioxidant and protective benefits, uniting efficacy and sustainability in one marine active.
Color Cosmetics
Product Spotlight: Essence Hydra Kiss Lip Oil
Tinted lip oils are expected to dominate the face and lip oil segment, as they cater to consumer demand for multifunctional products by offering high shine, nourishment and a hint of color. The Essence Hydra Kiss Lip Oil offers a good example.
Actives
Silab’s Neolipyl Rebalances Lipid Structure in Dry Skin, Calms Retinol Sensitization
The ingredient was developed to help restore the lipid matrix of dry skin and, when used in combination with retinol, mitigate irritation.
Event Coverage
Formulated for Fame? Beauty Marketers and Manufacturers: Submit to the 2026
C&T Allēs
Beauty marketers and manufacturers: Submit your finished formulas to the 2026
C&T Allē Awards
! Indie, mass and prestige products for anti-aging, skin care, wellness, hair care, sun protection, etc., will gain formulating fame for their innovative design.
Actives
MetaNovas Biotech Highlights AI-driven Peptides for Acne Control, Skin Aging and Oral and Intimate Care
From acne relief and anti-aging solutions, to oral health and vaginal area care, these AI-driven ingredients are said to offer diverse solutions for next-generation skin care and wellness products.
Skin Care
Product Spotlight: Nivea Nourishing Care Body Wash with Nourishing Serum
Nourishment has made its way across nearly every beauty category. One example of this dare-we-say
foodification
of beauty is in the body wash sector. This week, Nivea's Nourishing Care Body Wash with Nourishing Serum provides an example.
