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Mintel's 2026 Global Beauty & Personal Care Predictions
In its latest global prediction report, Mintel reveals 3 major trends: Metabolic Beauty, Sensorial Synergy and Beyond the algorithm.
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
Beautyworld Dubai highlights Global Indie Beauty in its 2025 edition
The tradeshow, strongly led by a fragrance segment, is further expanding into beauty and welcoming indie brands, with a dedicated space, to expand its reach. From science-forward skincare and beauty-from-within formats to K-beauty colour and Gulf-born fragrance disruptors, this year’s Beautyworld Middle East which will be held on 27–
The best of Luxe Pack Monaco 2025: From monomaterial innovations to upcycled typhoon sludge
Returning to the Côte d’Azur from 29 September to 1 October, Luxe Pack Monaco’s 2025 edition teemed with premium packs befitting the annual expo’s glamorous location. Whether new concepts, or a demonstration of exhibitors’ savoir faire via this year’s standout beauty launches, the packaging on display
Reverre full glass refill Jar by Bormioli Luigi
Bormioli Luigi launched in 2024 as a standard version of its refillable jar, reinforcing its positioning as a mono-material glass product. Named REVERRE, this patented concept offers a sustainable solution with a premium experience. In its standard format or as a custom development, it can now come in a diverse
MakeUp in NewYork reveals beauty innovations with record breaking edition
MakeUp in NewYork, which was held on 17-18 September in the Big Apple, was the biggest edition to date, in number of visitors and exhibitors. The event was buzzing. From NewYork-based make-up artists like Daneyssa Mericks or Katie-Jane Hughes - with each of their eponymous colour ranges - walking up
Nostalgia Beauty! When Old is the new Gold
Talk about sustainable beauty! When Nostalgia is at the forefront of fashion and beauty icons, following the trends pushed by Hollywood movies and musical artists, bringing back 70s, 80s and 90s styles, and giving beauty icons a well-deserved comeback or revamp.
TESEM, Groupe Pochet, and G.Pivaudran deploy BRI&Va to supply "shiny" recycled aluminium
Three companies, acting in the luxury and beauty segment, have partnered together to release recycled aluminium with a better rendering and preserved shine for luxury applications.
Aromatic Oils in a Warming World: A Call to Conserve - Part Two
by Colleen Quinn, Formulation & Clinical Trial Strategist • Cosmetic Chemist • Clinical Aromatherapist • Author & Educator.
Aromatic Oils in a Warming World: A Call to Conserve - Part One
by Colleen Quinn, Formulation & Clinical Trial Strategist • Cosmetic Chemist • Clinical Aromatherapist • Author & Educator.
Renature's Phyli: A Plant-Based Game Changer for Luxury
In the luxury sector, the demand for plastic-free alternatives is increasing. Answering this pressing need, Renature, a French startup founded by Fanny Deléage, has developed Phyli, a biosourced, plant-based, and circular flexible material for luxury applications. Phyli is a solution developed through research into protein transformation and material chemistry, with
Beauté et Résilience
Dans un climat ambiant toujours plus tumultueux - littéralement le climat lui-même mais aussi l’environnement politique et économique (sans jeux de mots intentionnel 😜) - comment garder le cap ? Des news toujours plus incertaines ? Des tendances marketing, aux obligations légales mais aussi enjeux commerciaux et éthiques qui semblent contradictoires ? Des
C-Derma - making CBD beauty "sexy" again - is launching in the UK
C-Derma by Céline, a Swiss cosmetics line, is expanding to the UK through selected channels, following its success in Switzerland. Founded in 2021 by Céline Stäubli, the brand offers a "Clean Beauty" range primarily for young skin, combining CBD benefits with a twist, while following sustainable practices. CBD,
Phenix en provence upcycles tomato waste for cosmetics ingredients and packaging materials
Imagine a lipstick where colour is not just a colorant but has also skincare benefits? While super sustainable this is super effective. Marrying the market need for greener alternatives with optimum potency. We call it smart biotechnology! Who said sustainability was boring. Not us! The beauty start-up Phenix en provence,
