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Presperse Highlights Advanced Peptides for Skin and Hair: Repairs 012P and Wrinklend008S

One is a biomimetic copper peptide and the other, a neurotransmitter inhibitor.

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New Wave Biotech and CPI Partner to Revolutionize Lipid Extraction with AI

"Partnering with New Wave Biotech gives us powerful new tools. ... Unlike many AI/ML tools that need huge datasets, this platform achieves high accuracy from minimal data... to identify the best downstream routes much earlier and with greater confidence."

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Emotional Well-being is the New Face of Beauty, Oriflame Global Report Reveals

New research commissioned by Oriflame shows women worldwide see beauty routines as essential for self-confidence and mental wellness, not just appearance.

[interview] How Protein Instability Serves as a Biomarker of Aging — Cosmetic Victories Profile with IBGC/CNRS

"...The rationale is to measure the acceleration of natural protein aging in response to various endpoints of the exposome..."

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Strengthen Your Skin, Lift Your Mood with Epionine Bio

Epionine® Bio is a liposoluble active ingredient acting on the skin-mind connection with clinically proven dual action: soothing skin while reducing stress and its impact, improving well-being, and meeting growing demand for holistic beauty solutions.

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Exploring the Impact of Climate on Formulations

Ever wondered why skincare can feel different in one place compared to another? It's all about the weather, specifically temperature and humidity. Here, Gattefossé explores the climate variation and sensory perception of cosmetic emulsions.

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[video] How Plant Biofactories Deliver Next-gen Skin Restoration Beyond Retinol — Take the 30-day Challenge

In this free videocast, sponsored by Core Biogenesis, Tony Abboud explains how plant biofactories are a game changer in beauty, producing ingredients whose efficacy surpasses retinol. He also describes their role in sustainability. Register now to watch.

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Double Cleansing Product Spotlight: Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm

The global market for facial cleansing balms is projected to increase at a CAGR of 11.5% from 2025-2032, driven by the focus on skin health and trends such as double cleansing. Banila Co.'s Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm provides this week's example.

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Symrise Introduces Neo Heliopan Fusion, a 4-in-1 UV Filter Blend for SPF 50+ Formulas

The innovation combines three crystalline UV filters solubilized in one liquid UV filter, designed to simplify the formulation process for high SPF, broad-spectrum sun protection in cosmetic products.

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Beauty is Booming: 4 Takeaways from NielsenIQ's 'State of Beauty 2025' Report

North American online sales are up 21%, Asia Pacific up 20% and Europe up 10%, nearly twice the rate of its overall market growth.

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Ichimaru Pharcos Unveils Bakuchiol Pure Plus Plant-Based Retinol Alternative

With > 99% bakuchiol content, this innovative material offers retinol-like performance while being suitable for sensitive skin.

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What Women (and Men) Really Want from Their Facial and Body Skin Care Products

While a product’s ability to deliver multi-use benefits is important to 18% of women, only 9% of male respondents found multi-use to be important.

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Problem-solving Beauty Ingredients

From dandruff-causing yeast to clean beauty preservation to summer hair stressors, new ingredients resolve challenges for consumers and formulators.

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The Longevity Race to Slow Aging

Emerging ingredient technologies are building resilience for lifelong wellness and beauty.

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Formulating Forum: Antioxidant Strategies for Balancing Acne-prone Skin

Vitamins C, E and niacinamide combat oxidative stress and inflammation in acne, improving scars, redness and sebum control. Other skin repair compounds from plants also continue to emerge. Formulating strategies for these materials are described here.

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Carotenoids as Nutricosmetics to Slow Aging – and Raman Spectroscopy to Validate Wellness Effects

This article describes the skin health benefits of carotenoids and their impact on perceived beauty. Raman spectroscopy also is proposed to non-invasively measure skin carotenoid levels, offering quantifiable metrics to engage wellness consumers.

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Expert Opinions on Skin Radiance and Luminosity: Even Tone, Pro-longevity, Retinol Alternatives, Cell Renewal and More

Skin glow and radiance products are experiencing significant growth, driven by demand for luminous, healthy-looking skin. Here, we share expert insights and examine trends, formulating strategies, emerging innovations shaping this projected $714 m sector.

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Is Pterostilbene the New Resveratrol?

Pterostilbene, a stable and bioavailable alternative to resveratrol, is redefining anti-aging skin care. A 28-day trial revealed its ability to boost elasticity, reduce wrinkles and enhance collagen, positioning it to become the next skin care superstar.