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Vevy Europe S.p.A.’s Cetasol-Velvet

With emollient and conditioning effects, this texturizing agent acts as a stabilizer and plasticizer of cosmetic formulations.

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Do it for the 'Gram: The Biggest Fall 2018 Makeup Trends on Social Media

Riviter, a company specializing in visual search solutions, teamed up with Cosmoprof North America to scan 66,000 photos and videos to discover the buzziest makeup looks for Fall 2018.

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[video] L'Oréal Paris Launches 'Most Wanted' Collection with Isabel Marant

Wanted by Isabel Marant includes five multitasking eye, lip, brow and face products.

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The Biggest Makeup Trends of 2018

Though the trends themselves differ, the underlying themes are the same: Embrace who you are and flaunt it unapologetically.

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Petiue's SPF Highlighter

This highligher/sunscreen hybrid is intended to protect and hydrate skin while providing a sculpted appearance, and even work as an alternative to esthetic procedures.

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Meet the Prestige Makeup Line Specifically Created for Teens and Tweens

Samantha Cutler, the brand's creator, brought 15 years of product development experience—including time with MAC, Smashbox and Stila—when developing products for "young creatives."

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Origins Makes a Cosmetics Comeback with the Re-launch of Lipstick Line

The new Blooming Bold Lipstick and Blooming Sheer Lip Balm aim to give users a boost of hydration along with a pop of color.

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Lady Burd Expands Full-coverage Matte Foundation Range

The line augments the company's earlier launch of full-coverage concealers.

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Lubrizol Polymer Holds Visual Cues in Suspense

Suspended exfoliants, microcapsules, etc., are gaining popularity in formulations seeking to combine asethetics with efficacy. This rheology modifier is meant to add stability and sensory appeal to these formulations.

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Pigment Matches Skin for Diverse Formulations

The matte black pigment utilizes silica technology to, in part, color-match multiple skin tones in foundation formulations.

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[video] Hair Dye, Color Correctors and Tariffs: News and Insights

Missed anything from the past week in cosmetic R&D? Catch up on tariff repercussions, alternative ingredients and insights from the 2018 IFSCC Congress through the link.

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3 Dimensions in Hair Dyes Revealed at IFSCC 2018

An entirely new, 3D class of physical hair dyes meeting key criteria for functionality, color creation and special effects was presented during the IFSCC Congress.

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Natural Movement to Boost Emollient Market

Demand for natural options is boosting the emollient market, along with consumers' growing reliance on cosmetics. Read more through the link.

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Why Consumers Believe 'Green' Misinformation

What is greenwashing, and how does it make natural formulations so appealing with consumers? Read more on this, plus takes on natural textures and sunscreen, in this exclusive interview.

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What’s Next for Bespoke Beauty: DNA, Bacteria and More

Bespoke beauty has moved into "must-have" territory for brands looking to stay in line with consumer demand. Click through for an exclusive Q&A on where the bespoke market is headed.

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Are Natural Cosmetics Still Relevant?

Today's consumers are demanding increased ingredient transparency, a factor that helps to drive the naturals sector. Click through for an exclusive Q&A on the mechanics of natural cosmetics.

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Color-correcting Products are Making a Major Comeback

During the second quarter of 2018, color-correcting primers, powders and concealers improved in both rank and score within the makeup category.

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[video] Animal Testing Ban, Matte Lip Color and 'Mechanoceuticals': News and Insights

Has your mind wandered to the IFSCC next week? If so, and you missed this week's news, don't worry; here's Rachel Grabenhofer with your video recap.