June 2026

Sun care secret weapons, hair care's longevity race, the latest packaging look book and much more...

Global Cosmetic Industry June 2026
June 2026
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Moving cosmetic formulation, product development and packaging workflows onto AI-driven platforms can potentially offer advantages in speed, efficiency and decision-making.
The AI Gold Rush in Beauty R&D
Jun 1st, 2026
Baralan advances usability-driven design with a push-button applicator system that extends product reach to minimize waste, improve evacuation rates and enhance end-of-life efficiency across makeup categories.
Packaging Look Book: Where Structural Design, Smart Dispensing and Circular Engineering Converge
May 29th, 2026
“Nature-inspired ingredients, particularly marine-derived actives like algae and kelp, are playing a critical role in advancing both sustainability and skin protection,” says Michelle Chavez of Accupac.
In 2026, Sustainability is a Performance Engine in Next-Gen Formulation Design
May 22nd, 2026
As brands accelerate into scalp-first, longevity-led innovation, the hairspan is emerging as a defining structure for formulation strategy, functional claims and consumer education, and positioning the hair and scalp as a biological system designed to be preserved over time.
Hairspan: Defining the Next Frontier of Hair Longevity
May 18th, 2026
Ilia Beauty’s Sun Serum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 further underscores how sunscreen is being redefined through the rise of hybrid formats that merge protection, skin care treatment and sensorial experience into a single step.
The Innovations Tackling the SPF Confidence Gap
May 15th, 2026
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Cosmopak 360 Airless Sprayer: All-Angle Fine Mist Precision for Premium Skin Care
May 14th, 2026
'Cyber liability insurance provides coverage for data breaches—hacking incidents, payment info exposure,' says Kenneth Hegel of Epic Insurance Brokers & Consultants. 'Especially important of you are storing any customer data or you sell DTC alongside retail.'
The Retail Insurance Rules Beauty Brands Can’t Ignore
May 13th, 2026
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Precision Filling for Next-Gen Beauty
May 12th, 2026
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Run Smarter, Fill Faster with Simplex
May 12th, 2026
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RNA Skin Care Breakthrough: RNActivate W Targets Wrinkles at the MicroRNA Level
May 11th, 2026
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Foam That Fits Life on the Go
May 11th, 2026
May Product Roundup
Snap, Seal, Sell: Packaging That Elevates Everyday Beauty
May 11th, 2026
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Beyond Retinol: IconicA Delivers Next-Generation Vitamin A Without the Irritation
May 8th, 2026
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RonaCare Poppy SE Elevates Conscious Beauty with CO₂-Extracted Radiance Boost
May 7th, 2026
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Nuon Medical Brings the Chill to Eye Care with Smart Cooling Applicator
May 7th, 2026
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Shift Toward Concentrated, Actives-First Formulas: Renu Labs Insights
May 1st, 2026
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Behind Every Shade: Spectra Colors Corp Elevates Cosmetic Color Innovation
Apr 30th, 2026
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Drop, Dissolve, Deliver: Rita’s Pre-Dosed Surfactants for Sustainable Beauty
Apr 29th, 2026
Lower-income consumers are more likely to prioritize products tailored to their skin type or concerns (40%), while higher-income shoppers lean more heavily on brand trust (43%).
Consumers Are Buying Less but Expecting More. Here's What That Means for Beauty.
Apr 28th, 2026
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SPF 50 Serum: High-Performance Sun Protection Meets Dewy Hydration
Apr 22nd, 2026
Today, many consumers recognize functional ingredients—niacinamide, ceramides, peptides—and have a working understanding of what they do. This shift has changed the rules of brand communication. It’s no longer enough to reference “advanced botanicals” or “proprietary complexes.” Consumers want specifics.
Building a Science-Forward Beauty Brand Is Harder Than Ever. Here’s What I've Learned.
Mar 30th, 2026
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Less Cocoa, Same Indulgence
Mar 17th, 2026
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Water-Dispersible Iron Oxides Deliver Uniform Color Without Settling
Mar 10th, 2026