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Ultrafine Bubbles to Transform Water for the Sustainable Topical Delivery of Actives

This work examines the potential of water, treated via an ultrafine bubble technology, to deliver actives into skin. The penetration of niacinamide and carnosine (peptide) from a cosmetic formula is evaluated. Additional applications are proposed.

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How Bee-friendly Aqueous Propolis ‘Sticks it’ to Microbiota Dysbiosis, Skin Conditions

An aqueous, or white propolis, extract was tested in vitro and shown to affect microbiota connected with skin conditions. In vivo trials also demonstrated the ingredient’s safety and efficacy in reducing skin discomfort, dryness and body odor.

Phages selectively eliminate specific bacterial strains via targeted infection and lysis, reducing their abundance.

How WGS-driven Phage Therapy Targets Microbe Variations Underlying Facial Skin Conditions

Variations exist across the facial microbiome, as shown by whole-genome sequencing (WGS) and case studies. This highlights the need for site-specific testing. The present study used this approach to develop and test a phage therapy for compromised skin.

BASF has launched a new synthetic peptide for skin care that aligns with the slow aging trend.

New Beauty Ingredients: from Pro-aging to Ingestible Sun Defense

To keep beauty innovators up on the latest technologies, Global Cosmetic Industry and Cosmetics & Toiletries prepare ingredient trend bulletins breaking down the latest emerging technologies, clinicals and more.

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Rahn's Defensil-Pure Eco Pre/Post-biotic Supports 'Preservative-free,' Anti-inflammasome Skin Care

Clinical studies have shown that Defensil-Pure Eco can protect dry and atopic skin against further damage by quickly regenerating skin and "resealing" the barrier, per Rahn.

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Evonik Grows Natural Offerings with CapilAcid Hair Protector, Oleobiota Sebum Normalizer

Evonik highlighted the expansion of its natural actives portfolio with two botanicals: CapilAcid and Oleobiota, which originated from Evonik's acquisition of Novachem. The ingredients are being integrated into Evonik's care solutions business.

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Two Johns Hopkins 'Amino Artisans' Aim to Synthesize Snail Mucus Protein

Researchers at Johns Hopkins' Krieger and Whiting schools aim to synthetically produce they key protein in snail mucus known as epiphragmin. Once created, the material could be enhanced for given benefits and made available to skin care manufacturers.

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ChainCraft, Royal Avebe Collab to Upcycle Potato Juice into High-value Fatty Acids

Per the companies, this partnership not only underscores their commitment to sustainability, but also serves as a benchmark for how industry players can collaborate to solve environmental challenges through innovation.

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Seiwa Kasei Co. Presents Vistanol GDHR-Pure for Plant-based Lanolin-, Silicone-like Effects

The 100% plant-derived oil is reportedly highly stable against oxidation, has a low viscosity and excellent spreadability, and demonstrates good adherence to skin. It also imparts silicone-like sensory benefits in hair.

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Top 14 Macro Trends for Beauty Innovation in 2025 and Beyond

The fourth quarter of 2024 was jam-packed with events — and ideas to spark beauty innovation. Here, we've grouped them into 14 macro trends we see for beauty innovation in 2025 and beyond. Brief notes, buzzwords and "honorable mentions" also are included.

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Formula Focus: Eco-friendly Body Bliss Moisturizer

This cold processable moisturizing body cream is designed to provide immediate comfort and nourishment for healthier, more beautiful skin.

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ICSC Achieves EcoVadis Silver for Sustainability

According to the company, the recently released EcoVadis assessment named ICSC in the top 8% of companies rated for its manufacturing of vegetable and animal oils and fats, with a score of 70 points in the "environment" category.

“Our prestige beauty products depend on the highest quality raw materials,' says Roberto Canevari, executive vice president, global supply chain, ELC. “By producing our own biotechnology-based materials at one of our main manufacturing campuses, we are able to manufacture at-scale in a more responsible way. This is a great example of how our end-to-end value chain is partnering to advance innovation and sustainability across the enterprise.”

The Estée Lauder Companies Brings More Bio-based Ingredient Manufacturing In-house

“This new value chain site will serve as a critical space for our scientists to continue embedding sustainability at the start of the product development process and build upon our strengths in fermentation and proprietary ingredients.”

Simple Truth's Bakuchiol Night Cream

Product Spotlight: Simple Truth Bakuchiol Night Cream

This product spotlight features a night cream based on bakuchiol -- an anti-aging ingredient of continually growing interest. No doubt, new forms of it will continue taking shape.

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Silab's Commusys Clinches Wise Ingredients Award for Anti-aging Innovation

The ingredient addresses communication breakdowns between the dermis and epidermis — an issue that impacts skin function during aging.

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[video] Could Ultrafine Bubbles Replace Surfactants?

Kazuki Kobayashi, of POLA Chemical Industries, recently proposed that ultrafine bubbles could act as emulsifiers to cleanse skin, omitting the need for potentially irritating surfactants. He presented his work during the IFSCC 2024 Congress. Watch now.

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Croda Beauty Re-ups its UEBT Membership, Recommits to Ethical Sourcing

Per the company, its renewal to the Union for Bioethical Trade (UEBT) highlights significant progress made toward ethical and sustainable sourcing since its initial membership review in 2020.

Desert Essence 100% Pure Jojoba Oil

Product Spotlight: Desert Essence 100% Pure Jojoba Oil

Jojoba oil’s similarity to skin's natural sebum is said to help it balance oily areas and moisturize dry spots as it gently cleanses and hydrates. Desert Essence's 100% Pure Jojoba Oil for skin, hair and scalp, provides an example.