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Proposed SAFE Sunscreen Standards Act Gives U.S. Consumers New Hope for Better Sun Protection

The legislation was introduced to streamline the FDA's review process of the effectiveness and safety of new ingredients for nonprescription sunscreens.

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Mibelle Biochemistry's LunaRose Delivers Melatonin-like Effects for Overnight Skin Rejuvenation

In vitro research has found that LunaRose upregulates the melanin receptor and instigates melanin-like gene expression.

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Blood Bacteria Yields Powerful Anti-aging Compounds

Scientists uncovered three potent anti-aging molecules produced by a blood-resident bacterium, Paracoccus sanguinis. These compounds reduced inflammation, oxidative stress and collagen damage in skin cells —revealing a novel path to younger-looking skin.

Supplier Innovations Wanted: Enter the 2026 C&T Allēs to Showcase Your Beauty Breakthroughs

Calling all beauty and personal care suppliers! Enter the 2026 C&T Allē Awards to spotlight your latest innovation. From actives to prototypes, test methods to ingredient blends — show the industry how you're shaping the future. Submissions now open!

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MetaNovas Biotech Highlights AI-driven Peptides for Acne Control, Skin Aging and Oral and Intimate Care

From acne relief and anti-aging solutions, to oral health and vaginal area care, these AI-driven ingredients are said to offer diverse solutions for next-generation skin care and wellness products.

Rituals presented by those aged 7-18 featured sunscreen just 26.2% of the time, included an average of 6 products (average total cost: $168) and highlighted actives that can be irritating to young skin.

Too Young, Too Harsh: TikTok Beauty Routines Often Irritate Young Skin [New Data]

Ingredients such as AHA turned up multiple times, per the researchers, who also found that young influencers sometimes complained on-camera of burning sensations on their skin.

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7 Hot Topics in Cosmetics R&D from NYSCC Suppliers' Day 2025

This year’s show spotlighted a blend of science and emotion, with a notable emphasis on the mind-skin connection, biodegradable innovation and performance + experience.

The winner will be announced on Nov. 11 at the CEW Awards Luncheon.

CEW Announces Supplier's Beauty Awards Finalists, Fueling Excitement During NYSCC Suppliers' Day

The CEW revved up excitement for its Supplier's Beauty Award with a flashy celebration honoring the finalists at the Classic Car Club in Manhattan.

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EMD Electronics Launches Rebrand as Susonity, Highlighted at NYSCC 2025

EMD Electronics, the US entity of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, has announced the launch of its brand as Susonity. The brand includes effect pigments, UV filters, DHA, functional fillers and skin care actives.

Outshining the Sun Care Competition: 10 Innovation Strategies

“Good source of vitamins” and “antioxidant” are among the fastest-growing sun care category claims, per Euromonitor, reflecting the sun-care-and-more approach to many launches.

Galacan supports wound healing and tissue regeneration, reportedly ideal for nutricosmetic and topical applications.

Layn Natural Ingredients Expands Biotech Capacity, Launches Precision Fermentation-derived Beta Glucan

According to the company, unlike beta glucans derived from oats, yeast, algae or mushrooms, Galacan is created via precision fermentation, forming a unique spiral-shaped heteropolysaccharide.

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Solution for Skin Tone Unevenness, Three Natural Cosmetic Ingredients

ICHIMARU PHARCOS proposes three natural cosmetic ingredients, PeoGlow, Absorage and JuniperBright, that hold the key to comprehensively achieving an evenness of all colored skin tones.

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Mastering Zinc Oxide Formulation: A Primer on Overcoming Challenges for Superior Sun Protection

This primer outlines tips and tricks to help product developers master formulating with ZnO. Topics range from the impact of formula formats, importance of processing and influence of particle choice, to pH optimization and stability.

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Testing Trending Hair Care and Skinification Claims

Various test methods, some borrowed from skin care, can be used to validate hair product claims. This article reviews several, including conditioning, anti-breakage, hydration, skinification-related, damage repair, anti-dandruff, anti-hair loss and more.

Advances in Hair: Deeper Delivery, Scalp 'Interabiome,' Lasting Effects, Biotech Powered, Function Led, Senolytics, Climate Adaptable, Textured Hair

For insider perspectives on hair care innovation, we asked industry experts for their observations on current and future trends and directions. Following are their insights.

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How These Star Ingredients Are Setting New Standards in Beauty

This report highlights star ingredients driving the skin longevity phenomenon, among others, and redefining standards for beauty.

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Transformations in Hair and Scalp Science: Breakthrough or Bust?

Transformations in scalp and strand science are redefining hair care. But do they live up to consumer expectations? Here, industry experts Perry Romanowski, Jennifer Marsh, Ph.D., of P&G, and Fraser Bell, Ph.D., of K18 Hair, guide our discussion.

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Poll Results: Which Ingredient is Most Beneficial in Anti-aging Formulas?

In a recent social media poll, we asked you: Which ingredient you consider most beneficial for anti-aging effects: retinol, peptides or vitamin C? Here's what you said.