Test Newsletter Intro | Cosmetics & Toiletries

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[poll results] To What Extent do You use Digital Tools or Simulations in the Formulation Development Process?

'Luxury beauty products' is on our top trends list this week; Google Trends reported searches were up 600% on this phrase.

Trending: Luxury Beauty, Propolis Toner, Ahsoka Makeup and More

Our weekly Consumer Pulse on the socials uncovers insights in cosmetic-related web searches. Trending now: Megan Fox no makeup, Ahsoka Indian makeup, luxury beauty products, propolis toner, pink goth makeup, corn row braid editorials and white lip gloss.

Discover your skin’s mindfulness coach that improves your self-perception

Discover your skin’s mindfulness coach that improves your self-perception

Calisensix™ is an ingredient obtained from the bark of white willow and the stem cells from tomato. It resolves neurogenic inflammation, soothes discomfort and enhances pleasant sensations in sensitive skin, both self-perceived and objectively detected.

A new report from Kline argues that the application of emollients and moisturizers, delivery systems, fragrances and essential oils, texture modifiers, and exfoliants can boost sensorial experiences to elevate everyday products and create “indulgent rituals that engage the senses” and emotions while also differentiating products in a crowded and dupe-riddled beauty market.

Clinical Eclipses Clean: Ingredient Trend Tracker

Efficacy, expert-backed claims and third-party certifications are the keys to beauty shopper engagement in 2024.

Over 190 products – all of which are new or have been launched within the past six months – will be displayed in the Innovation Zone.

The Innovation Zone at in-cosmetics Global to Showcase Over 190 Recent Products

Over 190 products – all of which are new or have been launched within the past six months – will be displayed in the Innovation Zone.

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FDA's 2023 Talc Tests Find Zero Asbestos — Could a New Detection Method Make or Break These Findings?

The FDA's 2023 sampling of 50 talc-containing cosmetics, tested for asbestos by AMA using PLM and TEM methods, found negative results for the carcinogen — but a new test using fluorescently labeled asbestos-binding protein could lower the detection limit.

New turnkey services and expanding lab capacity are offering brands more responsive partnerships in beauty manufacturing.

Beauty Manufacturing Trend Tracker: April 2024

New labs, ingredient supply chain trends, expanded turnkey offerings, AI-driven quality assurance for lipsticks and more top our leading beauty manufacturing trends this month.

The 17 new formulations include skin care, hair care, color cosmetics and multifunctional prototypes and are positioned to address the skin care and beauty needs of each generation.

Vantage to Present 17 Consumer Conscious Formulations, Two New Ingredients at in-cos Global

The 17 new formulations include skin care, hair care, color cosmetics and multifunctional prototypes and are positioned to address the skin care and beauty needs of each generation.

Skin barrier reinforcement and sustainability were two major themes.

5 Top Trends at PCHi 2024: Skin Strength, Radiance, Microbiome, Collagen and More

PCHi 2024, held March 20-22, in Shanghai, brought skin-strengthening solutions out in full force, while leveraging the microbiome for skin-illuminating effects and reducing the irritation potential of ingredients. Here are our top trends (so far).

Following the first day of exhibition, the prestigious PCHi Fountain Awards 2024 were presented at an industry night dinner held at InterContinental Shanghai Expo. Seventeen winners across 13 categories were chosen by a panel of industry experts comprising scientific researchers, industry veterans and specialists from PCHi’s Cosmetics Science & Technology Innovation Committee (CSTIC).

PCHi Illuminates 17 Fountain Award Winners, 800+ Exhibitors and 30K Attendees

PCHi China kicked off with a bang - literally, as several ingredient launches were celebrated with firework poppers and a shower of confetti. It was a sign of things to come for day one of the event, which ended honoring 17 Fountain Award winners.

This month's Read the Label column reviews the ingredients and colorants that make Milk Makeup's Cooling Water Jelly Tint Lip and Cheek Blush Stain such a hit with consumers. *Image shown is not the actual product; depiction only

Read the Label: Milk Makeup Cooling Water Jelly Tint Lip and Cheek Blush Stain

This month's Read the Label column reviews the ingredients and colorants that make Milk Makeup's Cooling Water Jelly Tint Lip and Cheek Blush Stain such a hit with consumers.