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Sustainable Beauty Innovations
Coty is driving ingredients transparency and decarbonisation, as stated in its 2025 sustainability report
In their move towards increasing sustainability, Coty is " proving that sustainability and desirability can coexist and elevate one another " as stated by CEO, Sue Nabi, in Coty's latest sustainability report "Beauty that lasts". In 2025, the beauty giant has "reimagined BOSS The Scent
"The challenge isn’t science: it is perception. " says Anabel Kindersley, CEO of Niel's Yard
As this year 5th edition of British Beauty Week, we were able to capture a few talks to understand the current situation of the Industry and its future. From AI innovations, to Biotech, and of course sustainability, the vibrant British Beauty demonstrated strength.
The Ocean, a New Frontier for Cosmetic Innovation
Did you know that the ocean covers approximately 70% of Earth's surface? Did you also know that ocean microorganisms capture as much CO2 globally as the Amazonian forest? The ocean is an incredible source of life and innovation if preserved well. The ocean as a source of inspiration
MetsäBoard reduces the CO2 footprint of its Classic FBB
MetsäBoard Classic FBB leads the pack with better printability and a smaller CO2 footprint
Seppic opens a laboratory dedicated to fermentation biotechnologies in the United States
To meet the ever-evolving needs of its customers, Seppic is opening a new laboratory dedicated to fermentation biotechnologies at the Air Liquide Group’s Innovation Campus Delaware. With nearly 15% of its workforce dedicated to Research & Innovation, Seppic is continually investing to create unique, conscious and high-performance ingredients. Fermentation
EVENT: Sustainable Fashion & Beauty: BS or Breakthrough?
Has the word ‘sustainability’ lost all meaning for you?! Join us for a one-of-a-kind event demystifying the overused term, while spotlighting the most incredible innovations on the horizon… There’s a great deal of doom and gloom – as well as greenwashing – surrounding the topic of sustainability. This talk aims to
Cosmoprof closes with 5.8% growth in exhibition space and 4.5% in visitors compared to last year
The 56th edition of Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna concluded on a high note, reaffirming its status as the leading event for the global cosmetics industry. With over 255,000 beauty professionals from 150 countries and 3,128 companies from 65 countries, representing over 10,000 brands, the exhibition once again proved
Verescence’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets Validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)
Verescence, a global leader in luxury glass packaging for the perfumery and cosmetics industry, reaches a new milestone in its contribution to fighting climate change. Following the initial validation of its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets in 2022 by SBTi under the "Well Below 2°C" (WB2C)
Trial learnings & next steps from the refill coalition in the UK
Following a successful trial period, the Refill Coalition has proved the viability of its refill and reuse solutions and is looking forward to sharing the extensive learnings with industry through an Industry Webinar and White Paper with accompanying independent LifeCycle Assessment (LCA) to be published in May. The Refill Coalition
Givaudan Active Beauty unveils EvernitylTM, the pioneering active ingredient for timeless beauty.
Givaudan Active Beauty reveals Evernityl™, a marine active ingredient sourced from the depths of Brittany's ocean. Derived from the macroalgae Laminaria hyperborea, Evernityl™ is produced through an innovative upcycling process, transforming fresh algae into a high-precision beauty ingredient combatting skin ageing and promoting youthful skin. At IFSCC 2024,
Adaptation & resilience of companies in the face of climate change - a new report
As extreme weather events grow in frequency and intensity, businesses face increasing risks to their assets, supply chains and long-term viability. Climate-related disasters have tripled over the past 25 years, causing over $200 billion in damages in 2023 alone. Supply chain disruptions, rising insurance costs and regulatory shifts are compounding
Clarins introduces its first refillable jar with Albéa Cosmetics & Fragrance.
In line with Clarins’ sustainable development commitments, Albéa manufactures its new eco-designed jar. Albéa Cosmetics & Fragrance contributes to the launch of Clarins' very first refillable jar, by producing the cap and the inner cup of the Extra-Firming Cream [collagen]3 Technology. Manufactured at Albéa Simandre in France, the
Positive Luxury on the "return on sustainability investment"
Positive Luxury, the leading sustainability expert in the luxury industry, has released a new briefing report that outlines a compelling business case for sustainability, revealing 12 key commercial benefits that brands cannot afford to ignore. “We are entering a new era—the climate era. A period of rapid and accelerating
Cellugy’s EcoFLEXY at the core of Bioli’s new sustainable high-performing skincare cream
The first commercially available product to include biotechnology startup Cellugy’s newly developed biofabricated cellulose-based ingredient, EcoFLEXY, has been launched in collaboration with biotech skincare company Bioli. Combining efficacy with sustainability, the new product pairs bioactive skincare with 100% biodegradable, fossil-free, biobased ingredients in a high-performance solution with low environmental
