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PCR Responds to Allegations of Misleading SPF Reports, Unethical Practices

PCR has released a statement responding to recent headlines on "SPF retesting, media reports and misinformation," citing flaws in re-testing, low-quality raw materials and insufficient credentials for the industry expert cited in our reports.

In 2026, companies will seek brands with a more disciplined and surgical environment focused on biotech, R&D capabilities, high-growth indies and corporate divestitures, rather than simply pursuing scale.

Which Brands Are Ripe for Acquisition in 2026?

Leandro Barreto, currently chief marketing officer for Unilever’s beauty and wellbeing business group, will extend his remit to take accountability for Unilever’s enterprise-wide marketing agenda.

Unilever Announces Marketing Leadership Changes: Leandro Barreto Extends Remit & Esi Eggleston Bracey Leaves After 8 Years

Coty intends to use the vast majority of the Wella upfront cash proceeds related to this transaction, net of tax, to pay down its short term and long term debt.

Coty Sells Remaining 25.8% Stake in Wella to KKR for $750M and Significant Share of Ongoing Proceeds

Coty intends to use the vast majority of the Wella upfront cash proceeds related to this transaction, net of tax, to pay down its short term and long term debt.

Q&A with Uroš Gotar, Chief Innovation Officer at TOSLA Nutricosmetics

Q&A with Uroš Gotar, Chief Innovation Officer at TOSLA Nutricosmetics

"We’ve invested in a series of placebo-controlled, peer-reviewed clinical trials over the past three years, testing combinations of hydrolyzed collagen, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, MSM, ... involving nearly 300 participants..."

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

Following an opening awards breakfast and keynote on AI-driven dermatologic solutions, Day 2 sessions focused on claims substantiation, photoprotection, skin wellness and biotechnology, offering attendees a look at the future of the industry.

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Bonding, Biomimetics and Biotech: Day 1 Highlights from SCC79

The SCC Annual Meeting (SCC79) kicked off with the Frontiers of Science keynote from bestselling author Sam Kean, followed by sessions on AI and other advances for hair and scalp health, biotech-driven skin care, the president's award luncheon and more.

In October 2025, L'Oreal's nabbed the license for Gucci beauty products from Coty, via the acquisition of Kering's beauty holdings.

Leadership Shake-Up at Coty: CEO Sue Nabi and JAB Chairman Peter Harf Reportedly Set to Depart

Nabi, a L'Oreal veteran, joined Coty in June 2020.

This reception marks a pivotal moment for the C&T Allē Awards as it gathers the brightest minds in person to recognize breakthrough technologies and formulations.

[updated] 2026 C&T Allē Awards Date is Set: Join Us May 18 for a Red Carpet Reception in NYC

Mark your calendar: May 18, 2026, the C&T Allē Award winners will be announced at an exclusive red-carpet style reception in New York City.

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.