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Epigenetics and biomimetics were two buzz words at this year's meeting. Here, Paul Lawrence, Ph.D., of Biocogent, presented on epigenetics and miRNA to bolster or intercept skin cell 'text messages.'

Top 11 Hotspots for Future Beauty Innovation from the 2025 SCC Annual Scientific Meeting

The SCC's 79th Annual Scientific Meeting painted a vibrant picture of future hotspots for beauty innovation, inspiring some 800+ registered attendees in areas of epigenetics, hair bonding, claims substantiation and more. Following are our top 11 picks.

The Henry Maso keynote lecture by Jane Yoo, M.D., explored how AI is shifting dermatologic skin care solutions; such as LG H&H's hyper rejuvenating eye patch. The device is designed to enhance cosmetic efficacy and stimulate cellular activation using AI-driven personalized skin data. The technology will be honored as a 2026 CES Innovation Award winner.

Secretome Science, Photoprotection, Epigenetics and More: Day 2 of the SCC79 Annual Meeting

The 2026 SCC Board of Directors

Bonding, Biomimetics and Biotech: Day 1 Highlights from SCC79

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.

The new Tres Leches scent includes fragrance notes of vanilla cake, whipped cream and cinnamon.

Dove Brings Back Limited-Edition Crumbl Collection with New Format and Scent

According to the company’s press release, last year’s launch sparked over 5,000 organic UGC videos and generated over 101 million social views.

Tony Van Campen, CEO and founder of Corpowell: 'As a former athlete, I know the importance of the right building blocks for the body. Throughout my career in the sector, I noticed we blindly accepted animal collagen, despite it being an incomplete protein. We decided to raise the bar: VeCollal is the result of our passion to create a perfect, biomimetic, 100% plant-based alternative.'

Corpowell Secures Investment from Seventure Partners to Accelerate Expansion of Plant-Based Collagen Alternative

Tony Van Campen, CEO and founder of Corpowell, said, "For me, VeCollal is about removing the choice between ethics and results. Consumers want sustainability and proven effectiveness. By replicating the amino acid structure of human collagen and activating its production in the body, we offer an intelligent alternative that genuinely makes a difference. That is the definition of Collagen 2.0 for us."

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Gattefossé Celebrates 20 Years in China, Inaugurates Technical Center of Excellence in Shanghai

As the world’s largest beauty market and a hub for pharmaceutical R&D, the country aligns closely with Gattefossé’s focus on natural, high-performance ingredients and advanced drug delivery systems, the company reports.

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11 Award Winners Highlighted at Cosmoprof Asia 2025

This year, the awards attracted 424 submissions, and winners were selected across 11 categories.

ÄIO’s process transforms agricultural and wood industry side streams into high-quality oils and fats.

ÄIO Achieves Milestone: Producing First Tonne of Sustainable Yeast-based Oil

The ingredient is designed to replace unsustainable products widely used in cosmetics, food and oleochemicals; such as palm oil, coconut oil and petroleum-based mineral oils.

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ROSS Completes Largest Double Planetary Mixer for Highly Viscous Materials

The large-capacity mixer is engineered for processing up to 750 gallons of highly viscous materials per batch.

The transaction will be funded with L’Oréal’s available cash and credit lines. Closing is expected by Q1-2026 and remains subject to customary regulatory approvals.

L’Oreal Groupe Makes Additional 10% Stake in Galderma Group AG

The transaction brings L’Oréal ownership of Galderma’s share capital to 20%.

Together, Octo and Plantus abide by fair-trade and labor practices and have established culturally sensitive benefit sharing programs with and for the indigenous communities of Brazil.

Octo Skin Care Embraces Brazilian Ethos

Octo skin care has announced the launch of its first product, The Restorative Moisturizer, during Milan Fashion Week.

Alchemy has a track record of strong organic growth, with FY25 revenue expected to reach more than $6 million with attractive margins.

Elementis Acquires Alchemy Ingredients Limited for $22 Million

Elementis has announced its acquisition of U.K. Alchemy Ingredients Limited for $22 million.

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NSL Analytical Services Acquires Rocky Mountain Testing Solutions, Strenghtens Environmental Test Services

By combining NSL's expertise in materials with RMTS’s proficiency in environmental stress testing, customers will now have access to a broader spectrum of verification services under one umbrella.