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Why The Ordinary Launched its GF 15% Solution with a Side of Science

The Ordinary launched its GF 15% Solution in January in an unprecedented way: with a website dedicated to cosmetic research to break through knowledge barriers — and misconceptions such as growth factors warranting a higher price point. Here's why.

The new lines of ingredients are intended to elevate the sensory and functional experiences of personal care products.

LBB Specialties Partners with Kerry Group

Kerry Group plans to enter the personal care industry with a new line of emollients, emulsifiers and fermentation-derived actives.

“These changes reflect the need to create a flatter, leaner organization and simplified operations across the business to better serve our consumers,” said Stéphane de La Faverie. “This new structure will improve communication, accountability, collaboration, and empowerment across all levels.”

The Estée Lauder Companies Unveils Aggressive Reset for Growth

While ELC faced headwinds, the company achieved some bright spots, such as gross margin expansion to 76.1%, driven by benefits from the Profit Recovery and Growth Plan (PRGP).

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (ELC) has boosted its high-performance and sustainable technologies via new research partnerships and by bringing some production in-house.

Inside The Estée Lauder Companies' Ingredient Innovation Race

The MIT work has focused on the "development of biodegradable materials for cosmetic applications and [the exploration of] new solutions to combat the effects of visible light from the sun."

Bliss is tackling aging with a playful twist. Known for its self-care products, Bliss is reconnecting with its original audience—elder millennials and Gen X—with a new campaign featuring comedian Iliza Shlesinger.

How Bliss and Laura Geller Beauty Are Redefining Beauty Standards for Women Over 40

These iconic brands are not only reshaping the narrative around aging, but also making beauty more inclusive and empowering for women 40 and beyond.

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Kurt J. Pfeiffer Award Honors Mibelle Biochemistry's Fred Zülli, Ph.D.

This accolade highlights exceptional contributions to advancing Swiss cosmetology and the mission of the Swiss Society of Cosmetic Chemists.

Mohit Yadav and Rahul Yadav, Founders of Minimalist said: “We founded Minimalist to introduce a transparent Indian beauty range that’s trusted and loved on a global scale. We’re incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support we’ve received in India. Now, with HUL’s robust offline distribution network, we look forward to making our products even more accessible across the country. This partnership also paves the way for our expansion into international markets helping us realize our dream of taking Minimalist to the world.”

Hindustan Unilever Acquires 90.5% Stake in Minimalist to Expand Premium Beauty Portfolio

The existing leadership team will continue to operate the brand in collaboration with HUL, with the transaction expected to close by Q1 FY 2026.

The Barrier-Building Moisture Cream will now be offered at $55—a $9 savings and a 14% price reduction.

Why Deinde is Lowering the Price on 2 Best-selling Skin Care Products

Skin-Strengthening Serum will now cost $68—a $20 savings and a 23% reduction from its previous price.

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South Korea's Polyphenol Factory Unveils Grabity Anti-Hair Loss Brand at CES 2025

Polyphenol Factory, a South Korean startup led by Hae-Shin Lee, Ph.D., launched its Grabity anti-hair loss line at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. Based on a polyphenol-based complex, the line fortifies hair by forming a protective layer on damaged cuticles.

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Registrar Corp. Expands Global Reach for Cosmetic Compliance with Acquisition of PCR Group

Expanding its global reach, Registrar Corp, a leader in cosmetics compliance, has acquired Personal Care Regulatory (PCR) Group, a UK- and Ireland-based company specializing in cosmetic regulatory, toxicology and compliance services.

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Roland de Heere Named CEO of Coptis

Poised to lead Coptis into its next chapter, De Heere's expertise in technology and customer-focused strategies reportedly positions him to drive growth and innovation for the company's future in the cosmetics industry.

The innovation provides a sustainable, high-performance delivery system that addresses growing consumer demands for eco-friendly solutions.

Spray-Tek Secures Patent for Biodegradable Microencapsulation Technology

The patented process modifies natural biopolymers to create durable core/shell microcapsules with low permeability for higher biodegradability.

The AI model will allow L'Oreal to 'reach extra performance and consumer satisfaction in every cosmetic category and every region of the world,' according to the companies.

L'Oréal and IBM Are Betting AI Can Make Beauty More Effective & Sustainable

The model itself will be trained on "a broad set of unlabeled data, capable of performing various tasks and applying information from one situation to another."

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Croda Beauty Highlights PFAS-free Peptides, Commits to Complete Portfolio Transition by 2026

"By eliminating substances like TFA (trifluoroacetic acid) from our peptide synthesis processes, we prioritize both consumer safety and sustainability," Croda Beauty explained.

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Seppic Advances Fermentation Biotechnologies with New U.S. Laboratory

Seppic has unveiled a state-of-the-art fermentation biotechnology laboratory at Air Liquide’s Innovation Campus in Delaware, enhancing its R&D capabilities in sustainable cosmetics and health ingredients.

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New Beauty Tech at CES 2025: Amorepacific and Shiseido

Amorepacific has earned its 6th consecutive CES Innovation Award at CES 2025 for its generative AI-driven makeup application, Wanna-Beauty AI. Shiseido will also be showcasing with the "Skin Visualizer," a device that analyzes skin condition in real-time.

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Estée Lauder Announces Board Changes: Eric Zinterhofer Joins as Ronald Lauder Steps Down

More leadership updates at Estée Lauder as Ronald Lauder steps down and Eric Zinterhofer, a seasoned investment expert with strong family ties to the company, takes his place.

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BASF Achieves Cosmetic Ingredient Notification for Symbiocell in China

The ingredient was developed in response to growing consumer demand for sensitive skin care solutions, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region.