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Bioferments in Beauty: Infusing Antioxidant and Microbiome Benefits into Skin
The current article reviews various types of bioferments and their reported benefits for skin and hair care, such as antioxidant and probiotic effects. It also demonstrates the antioxidant activity of one bioferment and provides select commercial examples
Anti-aging/Face
Layering Efficacies to Reverse Photoaging: A Multifunctional Serum Case Study
This case study explains how ingredients with different efficacies were chosen to build a multifunctional serum to reduce signs of photoaging. Antioxidant, skin defense, keratinocyte renewal, increased HA and moisture content, etc., tests are described.
Formulating Basics
Inside Ingredients: Marine Collagen
Marine Collagen has been shown in clinical trials to impart anti-aging, antioxidant and moisturizing benefits both topically and through oral administration.
Magazine
Reclaiming Skin Clarity: Upcycled
Pinus Strobus
Bark for a Healthy Complexion
Eastern white pine bark contains bioactive molecules with potential skin benefits. These can be sourced via upcycling to support a circular economy. An upcycled extract thereof was formulated in creams and tested for effects on skin clarity and more.
Formulating Basics
Read the Label: The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG
This Read the Label looks at psychodermatology, with a focus on tired skin. The product under review is The Ordinary’s Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG.
Skin Care
Behind the Beam: How Cosmetic Formulas Enhance Laser Prejuvenation Treatments
This article describes how topical formulas can enhance laser prejuvenation treatments. It highlights the role of peptides, retinoids and antioxidants, as well as protocol timing, skin factors and formulas to boost recovery, collagen and laser outcomes.
Formulating Basics
Formulating on Trend: Microbiome-conscious Skin Care
In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author describes how to optimize formulas for the microbiome, which can be achieved by supporting the skin's ecosystem and the microorganisms in it.
Magazine
‘Skinification’ of Intimate Area Care and V Beauty
This article proposes the expansion of women’s intimate care with novel products, reflecting on similar trends in skin care. Further, it details potential biological targets during women's life stages and offers ingredient ideas and prototype formulas.
Magazine
Cosmetics & Toiletries
Healthy Hair Formulary
The following healthy hair care formulas such as hair milk, a conditioner bar and more are offered as a basis from which to build and create your own. Readers should note in some cases, companies or ingredients may have changed. Read on for more.
Consumers/Market
Formulating Demographic Beauty – From Boomers to Generation Alpha
This article is an overview of the unique characteristics, key focus and specific needs of given beauty consumer generations. It highlights biological variations as well as relevant ingredients, preferred product forms and select commercial examples.
Formulating Basics
Formulating Forum: Anti-Stress and Well-Aging Cosmetics
The well-aging trend is reshaping beauty, emphasizing the need to care for and maintain vitality, appearance and overall health at any age. Effective anti-stress and well-aging cosmetics are fundamental to supporting this wave; examples are provided here.
Formulas/Products
In 2026, Sustainability is a Performance Engine in Next-Gen Formulation Design
Formulating Basics
Read the Label: Clarins' Extra-Firming Lip and Contour Balm
This "Read the Label" discusses the Extra-Firming Lip and Contour Balm by Clarins. Key ingredients analyzed include microcrystalline wax, paraffin, shea butter, raspberry seed oil and more.
Formulating Basics
Formulating on Trend: Healing Acne Care
In this installment of "Formulating on Trend," the author describes the development of over-the-counter (OTC) anti-acne treatments. Specifically discussed are the types of acne, emollients and occlusives to optimize anti-acne efficacy.
Color Cosmetics
Formulating On Trend: Lip Oil
In this “Formulating on Trend,” the author describes basic ingredients used to create lip oils, including the function of each and formulation suggestions. Thickeners, oils, antioxidants, colorants/pigments, flavor and plumping ingredients are considered.
Formulating Basics
Read the Label: Yves Saint Laurent's Rouge Sur Mesure Device
This "Read the Label" discusses personalized beauty tech with YSL’s Rouge Sur Mesure Device. The product contains dimethicone, phenyl trimethicone, mica, CI 77891 and more for personalized lip shades.
Actives
Read the Label: The Inkey List–Succinic Acid Acne Treatment
This "Read the Label" analyzes The Inkey List's Succinic Acid Acne Treatment, which is said to combat acne and prevent future blemishes from forming. The product features ingredients such as succinic acid, salicylic acid, sulfur, malachite and more.
Event Coverage
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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