News & Insights
Purpose Driven Beauty Innovations
Natura aims to be fully regenerative by 2050
Beyond sustainability, the leading Beauty and Personal Care brand in Latin America is targeting social impact for a more holistic approach to green commitments, measured through an iP&L (integrated Profit & Loss)
From plant-based PDRN, functional naturals, and exosomes ... a few of the trends seen at InCosmetics 2026
In-cosmetics Global 2026 brought a surge of ingredient innovation to Paris. Active ingredients tapping emerging skin care trends, breakthrough delivery systems and sustainable functionals with surprising ancillary benefits – these and more were out in full force.
Logistock is revolutionising in-store stock for increased consumer experience
Left without a viable professional option during the Covid crisis, Alexis Bourget - founder of Logistock - ventured into pharmacies, and decided to develop a system to improve stock management and shelves turnaround in order to increase consumers' experience. With its system, shelves can be replenished and stock can
New packaging solutions serving the growing hair care segment
There's no doubt that the hair care industry has undergone a huge transformation in the past few years. Today, it represents the second-largest cosmetics market after skincare, offering an ever-expanding range of products and solutions to suit all hair types and needs. While the largest segment of the
Skinification, Scalp care, and Sustainability: An overview of the top 3 hair care trends
Hair care is the second segment of the beauty and personal care market, after skincare, and is rapidly growing with a +4.3% annual growth (CAGR) between 2020-2024, approaching nearly $94 billion today. Attention to health, skinification, product heritage, and scientific background are the elements that will provide the backdrop
New launches and developments from Lumson
Lumson, Italian supplier of technical and high-performing packaging solutions for the cosmetics industry, recently showcased several innovations in lipstick and makeup, alongside new glass and aluminium solutions with sustainability and versatility at their core. Currently, Lumson’s lipstick portfolio includes 14 solutions/ranges that embody versatility, technical and productive know-how,
"Hair Care needs technical packaging that works like magic", says Cécile Pompili from Lumson
With a global value of $94 billion in 2024 – forecasted to reach $213.47 billion by 2032, at an annual growth estimated at 10.4% – it’s safe to say that the hair care market is experiencing strong growth. Within this segment, scalp care, skinification, and sustainability are already standing
When hormonal health is the new wellness with Valerie
Valerie - not your neighbour’s name - but, a new beauty supplement brand, will launch in the UK, in July 2024, aiming at women in perimenopause. Co-founded in December 2023, with R&D spanning back over two years, by beauty retail expert Wizz Selvey and wellness guru Olly
Consumer & Sustainability Perceptions 2024: UK & Northern Europe
Our Consumer & Sustainability Perceptions 2024 report is part of a series of reports that explores how consumers view beauty and sustainability around the globe. This report focuses on the UK market and Scandinavian countries (Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark). It includes consumer data and insights as well as highlights
L’Occitane en provence, impact native?
This case study is part of THE REFILLABLE BEAUTY REPORT The report has been released in several parts (for a digestible reading) * Introduction and Definitions - HERE * Market Figures - HERE * Consumer Expectations and Behaviours - HERE * Regulations - HERE * Brands Innovations in 2022/23 - HERE * Brands Case Studies:
The Unseen launches mascara with algae-based black pigment
UK beauty trailblazer, The Unseen, is unveiling a groundbreaking bio-based black pigment sourced from upcycled algae waste biomass. This innovative pigment, developed over a span of five years in collaboration with Living Ink Technologies, a specialist in eco-friendly pigments and inks, marks a significant leap in sustainable cosmetics. Algae as
When tinctorial plants colour lips with Le Rouge Français
Founded in 2020 by Elodie Carpentier and Salem Ghezaili, Le Rouge Français is embracing the language of luxury while providing exquisitely green formulations. Sourced from tinctorial plants, all pigments or dyes are botanical, making it a patented, natural and make-up brand. The range is vegan and certified organic, with formulas
Waste Not, Want Not - How Matsos Transforms Fashion Waste into Luxurious Cosmetics Caps
It’s no secret that the fashion industry has its own challenges when it comes to pollution and waste, especially when looking into fast fashion. It is estimated that 92 million tons of textile waste are produced annually globally, which makes up around 7% of the world’s total amount
New EU rules to reduce, reuse and recycle packaging
On Wednesday 24th April 2024, The European parliament adopted new measures to make packaging more sustainable and reduce packaging waste in the EU. The regulation, which aims to tackle constantly growing waste, harmonise internal market rules and boost the circular economy, was approved with 476 votes in favour, 129 against
