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Why Skincare Needs to Think Differently About Scent

The Fragrance Zone at in-cosmetics Asia highlights this increasingly important aspect of skincare formulation.

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Bridging Clean Beauty and High Performance: Seppic Unveils Sepilife™ NEOS

Seppic's squalane-based liquid polymer is designed for cold processing with a fast inversion time and unique sensorial experience.

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Beyond Conditioning: One Technology for Hair, Skin and Body Care

Powered by lamellar technology, ProCondition™ 22 delivers conditioning, moisturization, and sensory enhancement across hair and skin care, enabling versatile, high-performing formulations.

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JD Jojoba Colorless Oil: Performance Without Compromise

Keep color, fragrance and sensory performance under control. JD Jojoba Colorless Oil delivers biomimetic moisturization, lightweight elegance and exceptional stability, with a certified organic option available.

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Shea Butter Submicroemulsion for Transparent Silicone-free, Sulfate-free Conditioning Shampoos

This article explores the incorporation of a shea butter submicroemulsion to improve the performance of silicone-free shampoos.

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Skin vs. Climate Chaos: Building Resilience in Real Time

As climate instability reshapes skin behavior, beauty innovation is entering a new era. Adaptive skincare is evolving to help skin not just protect itself but thrive in a constantly changing world. Discover Gattefossé’s approach in the field of bioactives and sensorial functional ingredients.

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Next in Skin: The Sensory Truth of Skin Care Lies Beyond What We See

Sensory inputs such as touch, sound and smell can impact how consumers perceive the quality of products.

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Optimizing Texture & Stability with JD Jojoba Esters – Get a Free Sample

Refine skin feel, structure, and hydration with JD Jojoba Esters. Access the technical sheet and request a free sample to explore the full formulation potential.

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2026 Allēs Showcase Sustainable Innovation, Personalized Solutions and More - Judges' Comments

The C&T team combined the judges’ comments and highlights for each finalist of the 2026 Allē Awards.

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Wizard Wellness' Walmart Launch Marks Mass Market Leap for Microbiome-Driven Allergy Care

Doctor- and allergist-recommended, the system targets long-term allergy wellness while supporting broader benefits including improved sleep, mood and energy.

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NatureWell Bets Big on Scent-First Hair Care

At the heart of the launch is SunRise, an energizing, volume-driven lineup anchored by NatureWell’s fan-favorite Bouncy scent.

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10 New Frontiers in Beauty: Highlights from the 2025 In-Cosmetics Asia Innovation Zone — Plus APAC Goes Green [EXCLUSIVE REPORTS]

Biotech, emotion and sustainability have shifted beauty to holistic well-being, as the 120+ ingredients in the 2025 In-Cosmetics Asia Innovation Zone reveal. Download our exclusive report — plus, learn how APAC beauty is leading the charge to go green.

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Why Renewable White Alkanes are the New Go-to Ingredient in Personal Care Formulations

Innovate with Sonneborn’s SonneNatural™ portfolio — the foundation for future-ready formulations — enhanced with Renewable White Alkanes, advanced plant-based alternatives and powerful hybrid solutions.

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How Neuroscience Research is Driving the Functional Fragrance Movement

Learn about the intersection of perfumery and neuroscientific research in this technology roundup.

Beyond the Amygdala: Decoding the Four Mechanisms of Functional Scent

Systems in the brain and the nasal pathways can help developers understand the impact of functional fragrances.

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9 Trends in Cosmetic Innovation in 2025 You Can’t Afford to Ignore

The year 2025 transformed cosmetics with groundbreaking innovations in AI, biotech and sustainability. From personalized skin care to inclusive beauty and neurocosmetics, here we recap the trends and technologies leading the way forward for our industry.

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Brighten Skin and Mood: Neurocosmetics for the Winter Season

When daylight fades, our mood and skin both tend to lose radiance. Neurocosmetics, active ingredients that connect the skin and brain, offer an innovative solution as they enable the creation of skin care to enhance appearance while uplifting well-being.

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Reimagining Biodegradable Color Cosmetics: Eastman Esmeri™ CC1N10

Eastman Esmeri™ CC1N10 complies with the robust European Commission’s regulation on synthetic polymer microparticles while delivering the high-performance optical and sensory benefits desired by formulators and consumers.