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Uniproma Supercharges Collagen Production with Launch of RJMPDRN REC Recombinant Salmon PDRN

The ingredient is engineered for 100% sequence accuracy in every batch. This precision sets it apart from traditional salmon-derived PDRN, per the company.

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Brightening Product Spotlight: Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner

By 2030, skin brighteners are expected to reach US $31.0 billion, per Future Market Insights, led by demand for multipurpose products; e.g., combining lightening with hydration. Good Molecules' Niacinamide Brightening Toner provides a strong example.

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Skin Longevity and Microbiome: Holistic Sciences — A Deep Dive into Day Two of the IFSCC 2025 Congress

Session topics ranged from the skin microbiome and well aging, to senescence and cellular longevity, providing a vision for the future of cosmetics with presentations focused on integrated, multi-targeted approaches.

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From Topical Silk to Ozone Protection: Pioneering Future Skin and Hair Health and Well-being — IFSCC 2025 Day One

The IFSCC 2025 Congress explored the evolving landscape of cosmetic science; from UV and photoprotection, fundamentals for skin health and the neuroscience of emotion, to the effects of the exposome on skin, the impact of stress on hair and more.

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Parëva Beauty: Cleanical Brand Launches at Credo and Cult Beauty

The brand features its proprietary biotechnology ingredient, Molecur 3, which utilizes plant stem cells from Switzerland.

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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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Clean Food Group's Fermented Clean Oil 25 Secures Cosmetics Approval

Clean Food Group has secured cosmetics approval for its fermented Clean Oil 25 in the UK, Europe and the U.S. Developed with THG LABS and Croda, this sustainable alternative to traditional oils is now ready for commercial use in skin and hair care.

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Zemea Achieves Microbiome-Friendly Certifications for Scalp & Vaginal Care

The ingredient achieved scores of 1.1 and 1.2 on the MyMicrobiome Standard scale, indicating minimal to no impact on microbial health.

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Kelp Innovation Made Easier: GreenWave Launches Kelp CoLab to Further Seaweed Innovation in Personal Care

The collaboration model enables shared technical learnings and reduces individual R&D costs and risks.

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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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Safety Alerts in Beauty: TPO Bans, Heat Styling and Nanoparticle Emissions, Soap and Sunscreen Recalls and More

Here, we provide an overview of recent red flags relating to cosmetics and personal care product safety; from ingredient bans to product recalls and emerging research on nanoparticle emissions.

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Study Reveals Epigenetics are Behind Vitamin C's Skin Thickening Benefits

The study reveals how vitamin C can counteract age-related skin thinning by activating genes essential for skin cell growth and development.

Sensitive Skin Product Spotlight: EOS 'Shea Better' Sensitive Shave Cream

Created for sensitive skin, it reportedly delivers 24-hr moisture and a smooth, irritation-free shave — wet or dry. It also is designed to be either rinsed off or left on as an in-shower lotion.

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Freemen Nutra Group x RAWGA Inc. Launch VC-H1 Clinically Validated Hibiscus Collagen in North America

Freemen Nutra Group and RAWGA Inc. introduce VC-H1, reportedly the first clinically validated, plant-based collagen peptide from hibiscus. This sustainable innovation offers proven skin benefits and is now available in the U.S. and Canadian markets.

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Peauforia/Peauvita Combo Outperforms Retinol in Anti-wrinkle Efficacy

The head-to-head comparison showed Core Biogenesis' blend offered superior anti-wrinkle efficacy, plus enhanced benefits for the skin barrier.

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From Sunburn to Skin Peels: How Deinde's DHK-Powered Recovery Gel is Changing the Game

The biotech DHK is an antioxidant occurs naturally in prickly pear cactus, "which thrives in extremely harsh environments," per the company.

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Deinde Advances Biotech Portfolio with Novel DHK Ingredient in Recovery Gel

Deinde introduces biotech-derived dihydrokaempferol (DHK), the brand's second novel biotech ingredient following its patented naringenin launch. The prickly pear cactus-derived active is featured in the brand's new Instant-Calming Recovery Gel.

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MAËLYS and Whipnotic's Get-Whipped Collaboration Takes Gourmand Body Care to the Next Level

MAËLYS’ Get-Taut Body Firming Mousse gained rapid popularity for its whipped texture and visible firming results, selling out in its first week.