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Industry Insight: Unmasking ‘Maskne’—Underlying Causes and Future Innovations
Here, up-and-comer Abhi Jain shares his views on “maskne” causes and possible solutions. He also forecasts the future of mask-wearing and skin care, and describes a patent-pending “maskne” gel he designed to both prevent mask-related breakouts and irritation, as well as serve as a hand sanitizer. The following is adapted from a longer video interview.
News
How COVID-19 Impacted the French Cosmetics Sector
“The health crisis has led to very contrasting developments within the cosmetics sector: a surge in demand for hygiene products and a fall in the beauty market. The cosmetics sector has rebounded quickly from past crises and should return to its pre-crisis level in 2022," said Nicolas Bouzou, economist and director of the Asterès cabinet.
Consumers/Market
Editor's Note: Inventing for the ‘New Normal’
Skin afflictions such as "maskne" are nothing new but under the COVID-19 lens, like many newly discovered consumer needs, they have come into focus. This issue is heavily focused on "maskne" and anti-acne care. It also proposes an "omni" antioxidant for anti-aging benefits and explains how to balance aesthetics and efficacy in inorganic sunscreens, among other topics.
Consumers/Market
All Judgements Aside: Acne Perception and Care
This column describes the internalized effects of acne, as well as outward perceptions. It also outlines methods for treatment. Acne affects people not only physically but mentally, going so far as to cause anxiety, and hinder sleep and social interactions.
Consumers/Market
Expert Opinions on Acne Care: Natural Oils, Customizing Microbe Targets, Quorum Sensing, Modern AHAs and ‘Maskne’
Following are additional insights from industry experts on the current market, opportunities for growth and related enabling technologies talking about the "maskne" phenomenon.
Consumers/Market
Re-Imagine: Care + Wellness in a Post-COVID World
This presentation will explore post-COVID-19 beauty care trends, 3 “codes of wellness,” and more.
Consumers/Market
Beauty Accelerate Virtual
: Mission-driven Beauty (Part 2)
This panel of beauty industry leaders will address the impacts of the tumultuous year on their brands as well as their long-term strategies.
Consumers/Market
Beauty Accelerate Virtual
: Mission-driven Beauty (Part 1)
Mission-driven Beauty (Part 1), a presentation featuring Mike Indursky (Hear Me Raw), will discuss the practical considerations behind implementing a responsible brand ethos in product development.
Event Coverage
Beauty Accelerate Virtual
: Beauty in the 'New Normal'
The world of beauty and personal care has forever changed in the wake of COVID-19. A range of presentations at
Beauty Accelerate Virtual
will explore the multi-faceted impacts of this unprecedented year, as well as the innovation and market opportunities they present.
Event Coverage
Beauty Accelerate Virtual
: Beauty Retail Disruption
“Beauty Retail Post-COVID-19,” featuring Kristian Edwards (BLK + GRN), Annie Jackson (Credo), Larissa Jensen (NPD) and Ellen Friedman (RPG) will discuss the ways in which COVID-19, Black Lives Matter and conscious beauty have reshaped beauty retail.
Literature/Data
Beauty, Sleep and the Impact of COVID-19: A Survey
A recent survey from the makers of the Sleep Cycle app has found the COVID-19 pandemic is undermining more than our health and social interactions during waking hours; it's affecting our sleep.
Natural/Sustainable
Agraria Unveils New Look and Wellness Line
Luxury fragrance company Agraria is launching a new package design and wellness line in celebration of the company's 50th anniversary.
Skin Care
Report: 64% of Consumers Unaware of Blue Light Impact on Skin
Five working days on a phone or laptop can reportedly have the same impact on the skin as spending 25 minutes in midday sun without any protection.
Consumers/Market
FIGHTING BACK AGAINST MISINFORMATION
In the world today ingredient transparency and education in beauty products has become the standard expectation among consumers. Learn more about the behavior of silicones on the skin and in the environment. Based on science not nonsense!
Consumers/Market
Industry Insight: Hand Sanitizer Insanity and Formulating By the Book
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently heightened measures to prevent toxic methanol-containing hand sanitizers from reaching the U.S. by initiating an import alert. But some companies have strayed from the approved formulae (knowingly or not), which has put the public’s health at risk. In this excerpt, adapted from a longer interview,
Cosmetics & Toiletries
(C&T) asked authors Bob Lochhead (BL), Ph.D., and Margaret Lochhead, to weigh in on this temporary allowance and discuss why formulators shouldn’t take liberties.
Consumers/Market
Expert Opinions: Hand Hygiene and Care
Consumer concern has continued to grow with panic buying and precautionary safety measures due to COVID-19. With these factors, it is predicted the demand for hand soap—and hand care, for that matter—will continue to escalate. Several industry experts reinforced this direction, “raising hands high” as their following testimonials and new ideas for this market illustrate.
Consumers/Market
Evoking Emotion: Bathing for Mind, Body and Self-care
This article presents research on the sense of well-being and relaxation that bathing can create and proposes its further exploration for self-care. Bathing provides various benefits, whether for personal hygiene, religious ritual or therapeutic purposes, to heal not only the body, but the mind.
Consumers/Market
Editor’s Note: C&T Sticking the Landing
This issue of
Cosmetics & Toiletries
is looking at the cosmetic market post-COVID-19—focusing on health, hygiene and well-being, specifically hand hygiene on overall human health. Also presented is the "Formulating Forum" expanding and explaining the meaning of "clean" beauty. With the self-care focus, preservatives remain a main concern to consumers. With that, two features this month address this preservation challenge. Finally, CBD in cosmetics is explored and hair testing equipment is evaluated.
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