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From Topical Silk to Ozone Protection: Pioneering Future Skin and Hair Health and Well-being — IFSCC 2025 Day One
The IFSCC 2025 Congress explored the evolving landscape of cosmetic science; from UV and photoprotection, fundamentals for skin health and the neuroscience of emotion, to the effects of the exposome on skin, the impact of stress on hair and more.
Actives
Does Your Product Belong Among the
C&T Allē Award
Elites? Enter the 2026 Program to Find Out
Audio
[podcast] Why UV Enhancers are a Paradigm Shift for Sunscreen Innovation
Latest
Natural/Sustainable
Clean Food Group's Fermented Clean Oil 25 Secures Cosmetics Approval
Clean Food Group has secured cosmetics approval for its fermented Clean Oil 25 in the UK, Europe and the U.S. Developed with THG LABS and Croda, this sustainable alternative to traditional oils is now ready for commercial use in skin and hair care.
Bath/Shower
Zemea Achieves Microbiome-Friendly Certifications for Scalp & Vaginal Care
The ingredient achieved scores of 1.1 and 1.2 on the MyMicrobiome Standard scale, indicating minimal to no impact on microbial health.
Moisturizing
Jelly Product Spotlight: Maybelline Poreless Jelly Up to 24 hr Hydrating Blur Primer
Market drivers for jelly makeup include preferences for lightweight, breathable textures that offer customizable coverage while maintaining skin barrier function. This week's example is Maybelline's Poreless Jelly Up to 24 hr Hydrating Blur Primer.
Sponsored
Beyond Claims: Leveraging Life Cycle Assessment for Strategic Advantage
With 80% of a product’s environmental impact influenced by decisions made at the design stage, life cycle analysis can provide valuable data to guide formulators in selecting materials that align with sustainability goals and support claim substantiation.
Bath/Shower
Read the Label: L’Occitane Almond Shower Oil Refill
Our Read the Label, written by Marc de Mul, Ph.D., of Measured Innovation, reviews new and trending cosmetic products, emphasizing their ingredient choices, sustainability and label claims. Featured here is L’Occitane's Almond Shower Oil Refill.
Natural/Sustainable
Olivoil Glutamate SP: Building and Stabilizing Cold/Heat Process Emulsion
Olivoil Glutamate SP, a sustainable "surf-active" and emulsifier in powdery form, aligns with #skinimalism & #everythingshower trends. It offers clean beauty, superior sensory and versatility for modern, eco-conscious emulsions.
Event Coverage
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."
Safety
Safety Alerts in Beauty: TPO Bans, Heat Styling and Nanoparticle Emissions, Soap and Sunscreen Recalls and More
Here, we provide an overview of recent red flags relating to cosmetics and personal care product safety; from ingredient bans to product recalls and emerging research on nanoparticle emissions.
Actives
Study Reveals Epigenetics are Behind Vitamin C's Skin Thickening Benefits
The study reveals how vitamin C can counteract age-related skin thinning by activating genes essential for skin cell growth and development.
Balancing/Soothing
Sensitive Skin Product Spotlight: EOS 'Shea Better' Sensitive Shave Cream
Created for sensitive skin, it reportedly delivers 24-hr moisture and a smooth, irritation-free shave — wet or dry. It also is designed to be either rinsed off or left on as an in-shower lotion.
Actives
Breakthrough Hydrogel Formula Shows Promise for Preventing Chemotherapy-induced Hair Loss
The temperature-responsive hydrogel incorporates lidocaine and adrenalone as active compounds within a water-absorbing matrix. This formulation restricts blood flow to the scalp, preventing chemotherapy from reaching hair follicles.
