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2026 C&T Allēs Honor 80 Beauty Innovators with Merits

Cosmetic innovations that demonstrate remarkable strengths in specific areas are honored as Merit recipients, with 80 being awarded in 2026.

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And the C&T Allē Award Goes To ... Unveiling the 2026 Winners

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Cosmetic Preservatives Market Expected to Reach $770 Million Over Next Five Years

The color cosmetics segment is projected to show the highest growth rate in the market over the forecast period.

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2026 Beauty Ingredient Trends: Highlights from in-cosmetics Global's Innovation Zone

This trend report is available for download now.

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Which Cosmetic Actives Will Triumph in This Year's C&T Allēs? Here are the 41 Contenders.

The sophistication of cosmetic actives is driving a wave of innovation where science meets sustainability. This year’s top Active Ingredient contenders demonstrate advances that precisely, effectively and eco-consciously address diverse skin concerns.

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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.

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Curie Co. Redefines Clean Beauty Preservation with AmpliPQ-CF Sodium Benzoate Booster

By enhancing the antimicrobial activity of sodium benzoate, AmpliPQ-CF reportedly makes high-performance preservation accessible for mass-market and prestige brands alike.

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[updated] Seqens Expands Green Offerings with Next-Gen Additions to its AdvensProtect Portfolio

The launch introduces high-purity, 100% bio-based ingredients to drive eco-conscious product development.

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Top 11 Hotspots for Future Beauty Innovation from the 2025 SCC Annual Scientific Meeting

The SCC's 79th Annual Scientific Meeting painted a vibrant picture of future hotspots for beauty innovation, inspiring some 800+ registered attendees in areas of epigenetics, hair bonding, claims substantiation and more. Following are our top 11 picks.

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[updated] 2026 C&T Allē Awards Date is Set: Join Us May 18 for a Red Carpet Reception in NYC

Mark your calendar: May 18, 2026, the C&T Allē Award winners will be announced at an exclusive red-carpet style reception in New York City.

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Cosphatec Unveils Cosphaderm HAP Nature-identical Antimicrobial for Modern Cosmetics

Beyond its function as a preservative, Cosphaderm HAP provides antioxidant properties and features a neutral sensory profile.

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Europelab Unveils BioLichen Natural Preservative with Proven Healing and Antioxidant Properties

The patented, Cosmos Organic certified preservative for beauty and personal care demonstrates potent antioxidant, cytoprotective, wound-healing and antimicrobial effects, according to the company.

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Does Your Product Belong Among the C&T Allē Award Elites? Enter the 2026 Program to Find Out

The C&T Allē Awards have a long history of recognizing excellence across the cosmetic landscape. Does your innovation have what it takes to join them? Enter now to find out.

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Rising to the Occasion: What it Means to Win a C&T Allē Award — Earn Your Standing Ovation in 2026

"We are profoundly grateful to the C&T team for acknowledging our efforts, which motivates us to persist in pushing boundaries and revolutionizing the cosmetics industry."

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Beyond the Hype: C&T Allēs Honor Beauty Innovation Through Scientific Rigor

We've established comprehensive scientific evaluation criteria for the 2026 C&T Allē Awards, ensuring innovations are assessed through evidence-based methodology that honors the technical rigor driving beauty industry breakthroughs.

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Curie Co. Breaks pH Barrier with Launch of AmpliPQ, a High-Performance Sodium Benzoate Preservative

The system significantly extends the antimicrobial effectiveness of sodium benzoate up to pH 8.5 — far beyond its traditional range, per the company.

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4 U.S. Bills Propose Ban on 18 Cosmetic Ingredients, Fill the MoCRA 'Gap'

This legislative effort reflects growing public interest in ingredient safety and environmental health.

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More Time to Shine: Submission Deadlines Extended for the 2026 C&T Allē Awards

The 2026 C&T Allē Awards just gave innovators more time to shine. Early Bird entries are now due Sept. 15, with final submissions accepted through Oct. 15. Don’t miss your chance to be spotlighted for excellence in beauty innovation.