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Beauty innovations seen at Cosmoprof Bologna
From spray-foam-to-pad beauty, to hazelnut-based packaging, to blue beauty with ocean-sourced innovations, Cosmoprof Bologna - which gathered about 250,000 visitors with over 3,000 exhibitors from 64 countries and more than 10,000 brands - didn’t disappoint in beauty innovations.
Arkive Launches Automated Digital Product Passport Platform for Cosmetics with Real-Time CO₂ & LCA Reporting
With Product Passeport requirementsncoming soon in Europe, Arkive develops a tool to help fast-track the process.
Amplifying skincare efficacy with high-tech & sustainable packaging
Nuon Medical Joins Vagheggi Phytocosmetici in Advancing Dermocosmetic Innovation.
Metsä Board renews its status on CDP’s prestigious Triple A List
Metsä Board, part of Metsä Group, has been recognised by the global environmental non-profit CDP for its leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change, forests, and water security.
Green Chem Finder, a smart tool designed to help formulators find sustainable green alternatives for cosmetic preservation.
New platform streamlines ingredient selection for sustainable cosmetics formulations.
Gen Z’s “manifesto for change” calls beauty brands to take action on sustainability.
When it comes to sustainability, we tend to think that younger generations are either careless or activists. A recent survey by the British Beauty Council, Sephora, and UNiDAYS (3,533 UK students from January 5th to 7th, 2026) revealed that students have a strong interest in being conscientious about beauty
Why playful packaging & gentle application ruled PPW 2026
Paris Packaging Week (PPW) returned to Hall 1 of Paris Expo Porte de Versailles on 5th and 6th February 2026 for the event’s 25th anniversary. A record-breaking 14,442 visitors flocked to discover 915 exhibitors and 213 speakers from across the globe.
Nivea is going green
Iconic blue tin now available in two versions: Beiersdorf launches NIVEA Creme Natural Touch in Germany.
Aerin Glazer on Founding TILT Beauty and the mission of accessible and creative design
Tilt Beauty launched in the US in February 2025 with lip products and mascara, and the brand has now released a lip liner with a handle that makes it easier to hold and apply.
"Airless packaging technology helped us drive innovations in formulation" explains Christophe Coquard from Sisley
How airless packaging technology drives innovations in formulation, a key study with Sisley and Aptar
A biotech and marine alternative to "fillers"?
Skin purity, longevity, and alternatives to aesthetic procedures: new efficacy data for Seppic's marine active ingredients
Beauty Innovations @ CES, by Cosmetics Inspiration & Creation
Cosmetics Inspiration & Creation - Trends & Consulting in Beauty Innovation - Based in Paris
Packaging and consumer experience: when design becomes a lever of desire
An overview of design ideas from Indie brands to break the mould of traditional beauty.
