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Astorg Backs Solabia’s Next Chapter with Strategic Investment and €600 M Financing Package
Astorg has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Solabia, a global leader in natural biotech ingredients for cosmetics and other markets, from TA Associates. The acquisition is backed by a €600 million financing package led by Goldman Sachs and Arcmont.
Jun 25th, 2025
Ooka holds a PhD in chemistry and has over 20 years of experience in the CPG industry.
Independent Beauty Association Appoints Interim CEO
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Cellugy Secures $9.25M to Eliminate Microplastics in Personal Care with Biobased Innovation
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Saving R&D's Sanity While Meeting Today's Consumer Numerous Expectations: The Adaptive Aesthetic Approach
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Saving R&D's Sanity While Meeting Today's Consumer Numerous Expectations: The Adaptive Aesthetic Approach
A unique palette of 15 bases was developed to present a comprehensive range of textures, from serums, to lotions, to creams to choose from. Four different emulsifiers with specific targeted specs towards naturality were used to create these varied textures.
Jun 17th, 2025
The brand, which markets natural and scent-forward soaps and body washes, deodorants, hair care, skin care, and other men’s grooming products, retails at Walmart and Costco, but has notably built a strong direct-to-consumer business.
Unilever is Acquiring Dr. Squatch for $1.5B: Report
A natural, scent-forward take on men's care has been snapped up by the global giant.
Jun 23rd, 2025
Clockwise, from upper left: Prof. Maria Teresa Dova, Prof. Priscilla Baker, Prof. Claudia Felser, Prof. Barbara Finlayson-Pitts and Prof. Xiaoyun Wang
Five Pioneering Scientists Honored with 2025 L’Oréal–UNESCO For Women in Science Awards
This year’s awards were presented at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, celebrating achievements in fields ranging from cryptography and particle physics to green energy and environmental science.
Jun 23rd, 2025
The criteria for sunscreen's to be eligible for the Skin Cancer Foundation's Seals of Recommendation has updated, but sunscreen isn't the only protective care under consideration.
The Skin Cancer Foundation Photobiology Committee Updates Criteria for Seal of Recommendation
The Skin Cancer Foundation's Photobiology Committee has updated its criteria for the Seal of Recommendation.
Jun 18th, 2025
Professor John Sedivy works with Alberto Caligiana in the Sedivy Lab in the Center on the Biology of Aging.
RoC Commences Aging Research Fund with Brown University to Create New Skincare Solutions, Support Women's Mental Well-Being
RoC Skincare has begun its Empowered Aging initiative, a research project joined by Brown University’s Center on the Biology of Aging, enabling the creation of new skincare solutions and educational resources for women.
Jun 18th, 2025
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In Memoriam: Leonard A. Lauder, Chairman Emeritus, The Estée Lauder Companies
He created the company’s first research and development laboratory, brought in professional management at every level, and was the driving force behind The Estée Lauder Companies’ international expansion.
Jun 16th, 2025
By decoding the hallmarks of aging, L'Oreal believes it can usher in a new era of beauty, one that focuses on root causes.
L'Oreal Previews the Future of Skin and Hair Longevity
From emerging diagnostics and ingredients to new launches, the beauty giant offers a view of beauty's future.
Jun 13th, 2025
'Resilience is everything,' says Cleverman founder Carlos Barreto. 'Building a brand, especially one that challenges category norms, requires thick skin, patience and a lot of pivoting.'
Cleverman: Revolutionizing Men's Grooming with Personalization and Confidence
"As an indie brand, you're both the underdog and the innovator. It takes creativity and grit to stand out, but it also gives you the freedom to write your own rules and build something truly meaningful."
Jun 9th, 2025
Per a Financial Times report, L'Oreal is close to snapping up 16-year-old U.K.-based Medik8, which bills itself as a 'dermatological skin care brand, globally renowned for clinically proven age-defying results, without compromise.'
BREAKING: L'Oréal Acquires Medik8
The news comes amid a boom in dermatological beauty, which has risen to prominence at the expense of clean beauty pure players.
Jun 5th, 2025
“Many mists are loaded with alcohol, leaving skin dry and irritated,' says Colette Laxton , co-founder of The Inkey List.
The Inkey List Dives Into the Skin Hydration Boom with Its Hydro-Surge Dewy Face Mist and Cream-to-Milk Cleanser
The SKUs are already available at Sephora, but officially launch on June 6, 2025.
Jun 3rd, 2025
'The impact will differ between different brands, but for us, it's pushing us even closer to our R&D roots. We're doubling down on developing truly innovative products, focusing on the best, most efficacious ingredients.' —Chemist Confessions
Innovating Beauty Amid Global Trade Uncertainties
The key to resilience lies in understanding and responding to the impacts of tariffs on costs, demand and competitive positioning. Learn more here.
May 30th, 2025