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Cracking the Code on Body Acne: What Makes It Different and How to Tackle It

While acne affects people of all ages and ethnicities, most research focuses on the face, leaving acne on the chest, back and shoulder less understood.

Platforms like Amazon provide unmatched reach and convenience for early momentum.

From TikTok to Checkout, Viral Beauty Brands Are Transforming the Market

From 2023 to 2025, Amazon’s share of spend among viral beauty shoppers is projected to grow from under 70% to over 75%, while traditional retailers like Ulta and Sephora experience a gradual decline.

SPF-infused makeup, multifunctional K-beauty and more are lighting up consumers' feeds this summer.

SummerTok's Hottest Beauty Trends Include SPF Glow-Ups, TikTok-Famous Eyebrows and Skin-Loving Makeup Magic

Brands that tap into seasonal and longer-term consumer engagement can gain ground on even the most entrenched establishments.

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[interview] Stanford University Explores How Cosmetics Influence Sensory Activation and Perception — Cosmetic Victories Profile

Stanford University, a finalist in the 2025 Cosmetic Victories competition, partnered with L’Oréal to study how cosmetics activate sensory neurons and shape perception. Here, Stanford graduate researcher Ross Bennett-Kennett, Ph.D., explains.

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'The Cosmetic Victories' Highlights Beauty Innovation Finalists and Winners, Celebrates 10 Years

Marking 10 years, The Cosmetic Victories this year spotlighted projects in AI, natural ingredients and skin science, showcasing innovation shaping the future of responsible cosmetics. Winners were announced in May 2025 — read on to see who made the cut.

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How IFSCC 2025 Will Make Waves in Cannes — and in Beauty: Interview with Christine Lafforgue, Ph.D., Congress President

The 35th IFSCC Congress, to be held Sept. 15-18, 2025 in Cannes, France, will keep beauty innovators at the forefront of scientific progress in longevity, neuroscience, emotions and more. Here, Christine Lafforgue, Ph.D., congress president, explains.

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2026 Beauty Innovation Starts Here: Cosmetics & Toiletries Reveals Editorial Themes

From dermocosmetics and longevity to zero-waste formats and neurocosmetics, our 2026 themes align with the shift toward smarter, more sustainable, emotionally attuned innovation—equipping formulators to thrive in a fast-evolving market.

Costco has become a go-to beauty hub for U.S. shoppers amid economic stresses.

Beauty on a Budget: How Consumers Are Redefining Glamor

In response to economic concerns, brands and retailers are expanding their focus on ingredient-driven, value-oriented products.

How OnlyFans and Unconventional Marketing Are Redefining Brand Strategies

Urban Decay's new "Battle the Bland" campaign has tapped Ariel "Ari" Kytsya, an adult content creator and TikTok star who has been a prominent creator on OnlyFans.

Novel biotech ingredients, powered by AI discovery, could reshape the fragrance palette of the future.

3 Ways AI is Reshaping Beauty: from Fragrance to Sun Care

Medical-grade skin care, fine fragrance ingredients and sunscreen usage are being disrupted by new AI-powered platforms.

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AmorePacific Finds 'Blue' PDRN from Microalgae Matches Salmon for Skin Regeneration

The smaller microalgae PDRN compounds boosted collagen production and angiogenesis — both vital for healthy skin — and acted through the same A2A receptor mechanism as traditional PDRNs.

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How the Monk Scale Can Transform Dermatology and Skin Tone Matching

Integrating the 10-tone Monk scale could improve representation, data quality and equity in both skin research and clinical practice, according to the authors.

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Could Targeting This Enzyme Slow Aging? Scientists Reveal PDI's Role in DNA Repair, Longevity

Researchers discovered it can relocate to the cell nucleus, where it helps to repair double-strand DNA breaks.

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Next in Skin: The Face as a Portal to Systemic Health and Aging Interventions

The face does not merely reflect biological age, it functions as a dynamic monitor of internal health and may serve as a portal to influence aging processes themselves. Recent evidence of such is presented here.

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Biotechnology in Beauty: The Future of Formulation – A Cosmetic Chemist’s Perspective

Cosmetics & Toiletries is delighted to welcome the latest addition to its regularly featured content lineup: Biotechnology in Beauty, by Krupa Koestline, chief formulator and owner of KKT Innovation Labs, and the 2024 recipient of the Florence Wall Women in Cosmetic Chemistry Award.

'As measurement tools evolve from biomarkers to behavioral assessments, we are entering an era where the physiological benefits of self-care can be rigorously studied and validated, inviting deeper scientific inquiry and interdisciplinary collaboration to unlock the therapeutic potential of everyday rituals.'

Wellbeauty and the Mind-skin Connection: A New Era of Care

The skin doesn’t just reflect your health — it mirrors your mind. Here, expert Hemali Gunt, Ph.D., explains how stress, mood and beauty routines are biologically linked, and why the future of skin care is rooted in emotional and psychological wellness.

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Top Derms Agree: These Skin Care Ingredients Work Best

In a Northwestern Medicine study, a host of nationwide experts identified the best topical skin care ingredients for given skin conditions. The review focused on recommendations by cosmetic dermatologists and narrowed a list of 318 to just 23.

Celebrity's recent flaunting of their cosmetic treatments is potentially credited to the introduction of GLP-1 medications. Transformations suddenly became accessible, empowering and personalized. It introduced control over the way many wish to present themselves.

Perfect Is Out, Personal Is In: Celebrity Transparency Shaping Aesthetics—But Body Image Pressures Still Linger

Khloe Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, Megan Fox, and other celebrities are now openly discussing their cosmetic treatments, breaking the long-held taboo around transparency in beauty. Their influence has helped normalize aesthetic procedures, shaping consumer decisions.

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