Beauty consumers have incessantly searched for the Fountain of Youth. To channel such, formulators have employed tools ranging from emollients, humectants, occlusives and exfoliants, to actives that brighten skin, trigger autophagy, boost HA, lift and shape facial contours, mute muscle contractions, recruit microbes, etc., and combinations thereof.
Somewhere in their journey, consumers realized that general health and wellness could help to pause skin in its current state, maintaining younger characteristics, slowing aging, extending its health (aka longevity) and reinforcing the capacity to defend itself. Sure, it’s still anti-aging, but the concept has transcended traditional views of hiding wrinkles and spots to the point of rebuilding and regenerating skin and restoring its health.
Kline highlighted this in its report on four beauty concepts to watch in 2025: timeless beauty/longevity, regenerative skin care (e.g., exosomes), root revival and detox for the scalp, and next-gen sun care. Our latest edition explores innovations to advance product development in these areas.
For example, Montaño describes a hexapeptide modeled on human skin type I collagen that activates skin biomarkers, procollagen I and hyaluronic acid release. In the Industry Insight, Ayesha Bshero, of Beekman 1802, explains how exosomes advance skin care. Also, Tavasoli, et al., test the efficacy of a standardized, non-alcoholic-extracted propolis for its anti-inflammatory, anti-aging and other effects for derm-grade skin care.
Lionetti and Deola discuss formulating well aging and anti-stress cosmetics, while Steventon gives an insider’s view of touch for beauty, including connections with neuroscience.
On the hair front, Edouard, et al., demonstrate how combining advanced test methods including FTIR, DCFH-DA assays, cyclic fatigue and DSC confirmed the antioxidant efficacy of a multi-peptide from hydrolyzed cicer seed (chickpea) for hair health. And the Expert Opinions piece uncovers expert views on solutions for hair and scalp health.
As a bonus, Wei provides an Asia-Pacific regulatory update on cosmetic regulations. Finally, we reveal feedback from the judges on finalists for the prestigious Cosmetics & Toiletries Allē Awards.
We hope our latest edition inspires advances in skin longevity and hair health; and transcends your expectations.
