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Ex vivo studies on hair subjected to summer-like stressors—such as sun exposure, salt water and repeated brushing—demonstrated the remarkable effects of Soline Bio.

Problem-solving Beauty Ingredients

From dandruff-causing yeast to clean beauty preservation to summer hair stressors, new ingredients resolve challenges for consumers and formulators.

Pterostilbene, a natural compound found in blueberries and grapes, could be the next superstar of anti-aging skin care.

Is Pterostilbene the New Resveratrol?

Pterostilbene, a stable and bioavailable alternative to resveratrol, is redefining anti-aging skin care. A 28-day trial revealed its ability to boost elasticity, reduce wrinkles and enhance collagen, positioning it to become the next skin care superstar.

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Makeup Setting Product Spotlight: Revolution Loose Baking Powder

The market for makeup "baking" or setting is projected to rise at a CAGR of 5.8% through 2028 (from US $2.3 billion in 2023), per Accio. Trends include talc-free formulas, among others. Revolution's Loose Baking Powder provides an example.

Strengthen Your Skin, Lift Your Mood with Epionine® Bio

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.

In his keynote address, Marc-André Selosse, professor of the National Museum of Natural History and the Institut Universitaire de France, challenged the conventional view of microbes, positioning the skin microbiota as a crucial protective layer.

Skin Longevity and Microbiome: Holistic Sciences — A Deep Dive into Day Two of the IFSCC 2025 Congress

Session topics ranged from the skin microbiome and well aging, to senescence and cellular longevity, providing a vision for the future of cosmetics with presentations focused on integrated, multi-targeted approaches.

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Sensory Science, Regulations, Photoprotection and Other Workshops Set IFSCC 2025 in Motion — Plus, the Opening Ceremony

The IFSCC 2025 Congress, held Sept. 15-18, 2025, in Cannes, opened with five comprehensive pre-congress workshops covering cognitive sensory science, regulatory trends, scientific publishing, photoprotection, and bio-inspired solvents.

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To Answer Your Question — Yes. Submit Now to the 2026 C&T Allēs to Get the Early Bird Rate (Ends Sept. 15) — Then Update Entries Until the Final Deadline (Oct. 15)

The discounted Early Bird rate ($350) ends on Sept. 15, 2025, for the 2026 C&T Allē Awards. Submit now at the lower rate and update entries through the Oct. 15. final deadline.

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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."

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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.

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The Science Behind Natural Shine: MultiMoist CLR™ in Hair Care

From skinification to glass hair, today’s hair care trends demand both natural origin and high performance. MultiMoist CLR™ delivers measurable protection, shine, and resilience—proving that nature and science can go hand in hand.

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Editor's Note: The New Science of Skin, Brain and Beauty — From AI to Health and Emotion

Our September issue explores how neuroscience, biotech, AI and wellness are transforming personal care — shifting it from surface-level solutions to predictive, personalized and biologically attuned innovations that connect skin, brain and self.