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Cosphaderm Tapmix is a smart, antioxidant blend based on natural rapeseed tocopherols.

Cosphatec Creates 2 Natural Actives for Personal Care

Cosphatec has created two natural actives, Cosphaderm Zinc Lactate natural, for multifunctional benefits, and Cosphaderm Tapmix, an antioxidant blend.

Greentech Launches Soft Butter Line for Sensory, Emulsification and Skin Benefit

Greentech has launched a range of 3-in-1 actives that emulsify, consistute the oily phase and improve biological activity. GreenSofts combine the properties of soft butters with sensory and auto-emulsion capacities.

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Pop the Cork: Quercus suber for Naturally Sourced Antioxidants and Emulsion Stability

Consumers demand better and more sustainable alternatives. Further, some bioactive ingredients register greater biocompatibility. This has driven the industry to search for plant-derived compounds with biological activity. Quercus suber L., or cork oak, is shown here to provide an interesting option.

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Neutrogena Cleanses and Soothes with Clear Turmeric Mousse

J&J brand Neutrogena recently came out with its Soothing Clear Turmeric mousse cleanser to cleanse and calm stressed and acne-prone skin.

Quillaja: Nature's Soap

The thick inner bark of Quillaja saponaria from the rain forests of Chile and Peru, known as soap bark tree, lathers when it is rubbed with water.

SC Group's SpecPure BTS Saponins comprise pentacyclic triterpene saponins and glycoside compounds extracted from the seed of edible Camellia sinensis.

[with formula] SC Group Debuts C. Sinensis-derived SpecPure BTS Saponins

As a natural anionic surfactant, the product applies in hair and skin rinse-off and leave-on products; oral care; feminine hygiene; fruit and vegetable cleasing; and more. Read on for a sample oral care formula.

All latest innovations in longevity, radiance, and sustainable beauty solutions - all in one place.

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.

This multifunctional technology made of botanicals in a proprietary process is a microbiome-friendly preservation system that fights microbial resistance.

Synergio Launches BiomEco Botanical Preservation System

BiomEco is high in antioxidants, hypoallergenic, skin-sensitive, eco-friendly, natural per ISO and COSMOS-certified.

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Arxada Targets Neutral pH Preservation Gap with Low-Dose Geogard Neu

The system can reportedly streamline qualification and compliance processes, offering a pragmatic route for reformulation and innovation.

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Read the Label: Estelle & Thild Biocleanse 3-in-1 Cleansing Foam

Many consumers prefer an effective yet lighter face wash for hot, summer months. With this in mind, we turn to Estelle & Thild's Biocleanse 3-in-1 Cleansing Foam to see if its ingredients and claims align with these expectations.

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Cleansing Balm Product Spotlight: BYOMA Melting Balm Cleanser

Cleansing balms are booming and have gained consumer interest thanks to their ability to effectively remove makeup, dirt and impurities while also nourishing skin. The BYOMA Melting Balm Cleanser provides a good example.

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Rita Corporation Showcases Innovative Hair Defense, Stable Vitamin C and Sustainable Surfactants

Ritafactants are biobased surfactants made from renewable raw materials, designed to deliver effective and eco-friendly solutions for personal care and household products.

K-beauty is as hot as ever.

K-innovation Bubbles Up in New Categories

K-beauty is more influential than ever, with a proliferation of brands and products covering the spectrum of the beauty alphabet to satisfy consumers’ insatiable quest for perfect skin.

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Why are Dermatologists Recommending Azelaic Acid? It’s the Unsung Hero!

Cosmetic acids offer versatility in formulation and can provide gentle exfoliation, brightening, help fight acne, etc. Azelaic acid is a favorite of dermatologists and is gaining popularity for its effectiveness and gentleness for all skin types.

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Read the Label: L’Occitane Almond Shower Oil Refill

Our Read the Label, written by Marc de Mul, Ph.D., of Measured Innovation, reviews new and trending cosmetic products, emphasizing their ingredient choices, sustainability and label claims. Featured here is L’Occitane's Almond Shower Oil Refill.

As the weather gets colder and the air gets drier, non-foaming face cleansers are an option for consumers who suffer from dry, sensitive skin or who have severe skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema.

Formulating on Trend: No-foam Facial Cleanser

No-foam cleansers are a great alternative to anionic surfactant-containing formulas that may affect the integrity of the skin barrier, especially in users with psoriasis, eczema, dry and/or sensitive skin.

In this 'Read the Label' column, the author focuses on moisturizers and in particular, Revolution Skincare’s Hydration Boost.

Read the Label: Revolution Skincare's Hydration Boost

This "Read the Label" looks at the ingredients and claims for Revolution Skincare's Hydration Boost. It contains moisturizing, preservative and anti-aging ingredients such as Borneo tallow nut seed butter, phenoxyethanol, sodium hyaluronate and more.

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Meet the 2026 C&T Allē Awards Finalists – Trailblazers in Beauty Innovation

The 2026 C&T Allē Awards are just around the corner, celebrating the trailblazers of beauty innovation on May 18, 2026, in NYC. This year’s finalists represent the pinnacle of creativity, science and vision. Meet this year's contenders.