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Discovering Alteromonas lipotrueae: A New Approach to Expression Lines
A newly discovered marine microorganism inspired a next-generation neurocosmetic active that helps reduce expression lines by modulating neuron-muscle communication while improving skin firmness and hydration.
Featured
Literature/Data
Unlocking Nature: The Secrets of Effective Botanical Extracts
To identify high-performing extracts, it is essential to deeply analyze the phytochemical composition of botanicals and correlate these specific chemical profiles with their functional benefits in hair care.
Sponsored
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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September 2026
Top Headlines
Balancing/Soothing
Next-Generation Skin-Identical Ceramides: Overcoming the Short-Chain Structural Mismatch
Literature/Data
Brewing Up Biotech: Tea Catechins and Their Anti-Aging Impact
Sponsored
Skinifying Oral Care: The Microbiome Science
Natural/Sustainable
SILAB focuses on the study of crops to strengthen its botanical supplies
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Sponsored
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.
Actives
FerrinX, Palmer Holland Announce Partnership to Distribute NanoFerrin
NanoFerrin is produced through precision fermentation and represents a vegan, bio-equivalent form of lactoferrin.
Actives
DavosLife E3 Tocotrienols: Proven to Repair & Protect from Modern Pollution
Looking for a natural bioactive to use for anti-blue light and anti-pollution formulations? DavosLife E3 Tocotrienols are scientifically proven to boost skin’s resilience against modern pollution. Discover this safe, effective and gentle solution.
Event Coverage
2026
C&T Allēs
Honor 80 Beauty Innovators with Merits
Cosmetic innovations that demonstrate remarkable strengths in specific areas are honored as Merit recipients, with 80 being awarded in 2026.
Nutricosmetics
From Nutricosmetics to Nutraceuticals: Inside TOSLA’s Next Chapter of Scalable Innovation
TOSLA transforms scientific breakthroughs into consumer wellness rituals with unprecedented speed and precision.
Actives
Debut, Natura Partner to Launch AI-Discovered Skin Longevity Ingredient for Latin America
The AI-discovered complex will feature Natura’s bioactive Amazonian botanicals to deliver performance in longevity.
Companies
P2 Science Closes $23 Million Round to Expand Green Chemistry Platform into New Markets
The company believes that this strong participation reflects “growing confidence in P2’s commercial traction, proven innovation leadership and the scalability of its green chemistry platform.”
Event Coverage
And the
C&T Allē Award
Goes To ... Unveiling the 2026 Winners
Sun Care
NYSCC Suppliers’ Day Keynote to Feature SuperGoop! Executives on Redefining SPF
The presentation will explore how innovation is transforming sunscreen from a functional category to a daily essential.
Literature/Data
Comprehensive Benefits of Peony Root Extract for Even-toned and Radiant Skin through AGEs Control
The extract addresses the three primary contributors to skin dullness: brown tone, black tone, and gray tone.
Balancing/Soothing
From Mother’s Milk to Moisturizer: dsm-firmenich Translates Human Milk Oligosaccharides into Glycare SK
Clinical testing showed a 16% reduction in TEWL after eight weeks, as well as a 13% increase in hydration after four weeks.
Formulating Aids
HOWTIAN Expands SoPure Platform into Lip Care Applications
The new solutions introduced plant-based sensory ingredients designed to improve taste transfer, mask bitterness, and support clean-label positioning.
