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Rethinking Performance and Biodegradability in Skin Care and Sun Care

The Eastman Esmeri™ portfolio was developed as a high-performance, biodegradable alternative to synthetic polymer microparticles, silica and other micropowder options.

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Bridging Clean Beauty and High Performance: Seppic Unveils Sepilife™ NEOS

Seppic's squalane-based liquid polymer is designed for cold processing with a fast inversion time and unique sensorial experience.

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Rethinking Ingestible Beauty Through Delivery and Consistency

How brands can respond to growing demand for beauty supplements that balance efficacy, convenience, and consumer compliance.

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The Skin Care Toolbox: Next-Gen Ingredients and Concept Products for Longevity, Barrier Health & Beyond

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Formulating for Menopausal Skin: Barrier Resilience, Structural Integrity and Skin Longevity Approaches

Menopausal skin presents distinct physiological and formulation challenges that extend beyond traditional anti-aging paradigms.

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Dual-Coated Titanium Dioxide for Compatible, Stable and Elegant Sunscreens

Susonity’s Eusolex® T-EASY offers flexible formulation compatibility and high photostability.

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Formulating Forum: Exploring Natural Rheology Modifiers for Sustainable Cosmetic Systems

This article evaluates four rheology modifiers for their structural features, performance and sensory characteristics as green alternatives to traditional ingredients.

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Shea Butter Submicroemulsion for Transparent Silicone-free, Sulfate-free Conditioning Shampoos

This article explores the incorporation of a shea butter submicroemulsion to improve the performance of silicone-free shampoos.

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Optimizing Texture & Stability with JD Jojoba Esters – Get a Free Sample

Refine skin feel, structure, and hydration with JD Jojoba Esters. Access the technical sheet and request a free sample to explore the full formulation potential.

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2026 Allēs Showcase Sustainable Innovation, Personalized Solutions and More - Judges' Comments

The C&T team combined the judges’ comments and highlights for each finalist of the 2026 Allē Awards.

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10 New Frontiers in Beauty: Highlights from the 2025 In-Cosmetics Asia Innovation Zone — Plus APAC Goes Green [EXCLUSIVE REPORTS]

Biotech, emotion and sustainability have shifted beauty to holistic well-being, as the 120+ ingredients in the 2025 In-Cosmetics Asia Innovation Zone reveal. Download our exclusive report — plus, learn how APAC beauty is leading the charge to go green.

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Optimizing Bigels for Sensoriality and Efficacy: DoE Insights on Aqueous and Oil Phase Components

DoE methods examined component interactions in bigels to optimize sensoriality, performance and stability. Tests using HEC and tucuma oil revealed effects on mechanics, rheology and stability, underscoring the need to balance internal/external phases.

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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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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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Optimizing Texture & Stability with JD Jojoba Esters – Get a Free Sample

Refine skin feel, structure, and hydration with JD Jojoba Esters. Access the technical sheet and request a free sample to explore the full formulation potential.

Olivoil Glutamate SP: Building and Stabilizing Cold/Heat Process Emulsion

Olivoil Glutamate SP, a sustainable "surf-active" and emulsifier in powdery form, aligns with #skinimalism & #everythingshower trends. It offers clean beauty, superior sensory and versatility for modern, eco-conscious emulsions.

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Performance & Sustainability Drive the Newest Makeup Ingredients

Whether you're looking to improve product performance, meet growing demand for clean beauty or push the boundaries of formulation, these innovations are shaping the future of makeup and color cosmetics.

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Scaling Bio-based Innovation: How Startups are Commercializing Next-Gen Cosmetic Ingredients

The present article reviews several emerging bio-based ingredient innovations, including their chemistries, limitations and applications. It especially focuses on novel biosurfactants and bio-based emollients and oils.