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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.
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.
L'Oréal invest in new materials & ingredients innovations through "L'AcceleratOR" programme
Supporting start-ups and SMEs in its supply-side accelerator program, L'Oréal's global resources aim to launch 6-to-9-month pilot projects that could be scaled across the group’s international operations.
Verity has developed the FIRST full metal packaging + pump solution for Beauty
A new full-metal solution for Beauty products to eliminate single-use plastics. By offering first-in-class premium refillable designs to beauty brands, Verity hopes to set a new standard of sustainability thatʼs innovative and high-performance.
Aptar Beauty Becomes the First Beauty Packaging Dispensing Supplier to Receive the “Inclusive Designer” Label from APF France Handicap
Aptar Beauty was awarded the “Inclusive Designer” label in Paris on October 16, 2025, as part of its continued collaboration with APF France handicap and long-standing commitment to inclusive design.
