[video] That's a Wrap: Top News This Week from Cosmetics & Toiletries

Jan 5th, 2017

Rachel Grabenhofer

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This week, Cosmetics & Toiletries presented Pantone's 2017 color of the year, covered the FDA's guidance document for lead content in products, and more. If you missed our daily newsletter, you missed out! Check out this video re-cap, also including:

Carmen Cheung of Lonza, in our "Ones to Watch" series;
Anti-pollution's continued ascent; and
January's articles, especially the controversy on sunscreens.

Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant Beauty ColLABoration House inside view

Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant Establishes Beauty ColLABoration House Near L.A., Seeks to Engage Indies

Per the company, it's not just about showcasing ingredients, but working alongside customers and key players such as consultants and contract manufacturers, to establish direct connections with them and emerging brands.

The Henry Maso Keynote Lecture, moderated by COSA chair and vice chair Caryn Weiss, of Amway (left), and Paul Lawrence, Ph.D., of BioCogent (right), respectively, consisted of a conversation with Avantha Arachchi, of A Frame Brands (center) on the importance of inclusivity in products and internal teams.

DEI, Ethnic Hair, Adaptive Photoprotection, Temperature vs. Sunscreen Penetration, Post-procedural Care and More: SCC78 Day Three

Day three of the SCC78 Annual Scientific Meeting and Technology Showcase opened with the SCC Annual Awards Breakfast featuring the Henry Maso Keynote Lecture, which set the tone for one of the event's major themes: inclusivity. Here's a brief recap.

From L: Leslee Goodman, moderator, looks on as Howard Murad, M.D., receives the Frontiers of Science Award from Akshay Talati, Pharm.D.

Water Loss and Aging, Anal Sexual Health, Cell Surface Glycosylation, Longevity Markers and More: SCC78 Day Two

Beauty and personal care from top to bottom — from hair and scalp care, to intimate care and anal sexual health — led the conference sessions on day two of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists' (SCC's) 78th Annual Scientific Meeting (SCC78).

Color Cosmetics: Balancing Naturality, Sensoriality and Performance

Color Cosmetics: Balancing Naturality, Sensoriality and Performance

Natural makeup is on the rise, especially in Europe, with other regions following. While natural ingredients are available, the balance between naturalness, sensoriality and performance is a challenge that lipid chemistry can meet successfully.

In-cosmetics Global is set to return to the RAI Amsterdam from April 8-10, 2025.

Science Meets Beauty In Amsterdam: Save The Date For In-cosmetics Global 2025

In-cosmetics Global is set to return to the RAI Amsterdam from April 8-10, 2025.

CTPA Agenda for Government Launch

CTPA to Parliament: 7 Ways to Help Grow the Beauty Sector

During a Parliamentary reception, the CTPA presented to an agenda to help the personal care and beauty sector to grow sustainably in the next five years and beyond. It covers five pillars: essentiality, regulation, science, sustainability and business.

'Health and wellness motivations are underpinning this consumer desire, with 46% of U.S. consumers citing moderate or extreme concern over their skin health in 2024, up from 38% in 2023...'

How Dermocosmetics Are Driving the Beauty Revolution: Beauty Accelerate 2025 Preview

"Euromonitor data shows that, since 2019, more U.S. consumers are looking for skin care features like dermatologist-tested, specific ingredients and clinical formulations, motivated by an underlying demand for safety, transparency and healthy living..."

Ron Robinson, BeautyStat

⚠️BeautyStat's Ron Robinson to Explore Science-based Beauty at Beauty Accelerate 2025 👀

Ron Robinson, cosmetic chemist, CEO and founder of BeautyStat, will join the Beauty Accelerate 2025 lineup, participating in the expert panel discussion on: Dermocosmetics and Science-backed Beauty. Register now.

Thanksgiving Wishes

Note to Readers: Thanksgiving Holiday, Offices Closed

Cosmetics & Toiletries newsletters and polls will resume on Dec. 2.

Bubble founder Shai Eisenman recently told Forbes, “When you look at the skincare world, there's been so much innovation on the prestige side, new products and brands coming in every day. But when you look at more affordable price points and more accessible retailers, people are still stuck with exactly the same stuff that I had when I was younger...'

How Bubble Skincare is Winning Gen Alpha, Gen Z & Beyond: Beauty Accelerate 2025 Preview

Bubble has tapped exponential growth by focusing on Gen Z and Alpha consumers, diving into trends like merchified products, and riding waves of TikTok virality.

While 'anti-aging' claims aren't going away any time soon, longevity presents a new, holistic, technically advanced front in beauty innovation.

L'Oreal's Morley Willoughby Takes on Beauty's Longevity Revolution @ Beauty Accelerate 2025

As Mintel reported earlier this year, "Brands can tap into this longevity-driven market by combining holistic wellness concepts with technological advancements."