Formulation innovations

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Neo by Nature launches into skincare

Neo by Nature, which focuses on “ super-powerful natural active ingredients” created by Hector Sentilhes and Paulin de Montbron in 2020, is now launching into facial skincare after waterless body care and haircare. The two co-founders are driven by a simple vision: to turn hygiene products into real skincare products. Following


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Vyrao. When emotions and energy impact fragrance creation

Founded by Yasmin Sewell, Vyrao aims to create a new genre of fragrance that targets emotions and energy through scent, colour, crystals and science-backed natural ingredients. After spending many years working in the fashion industry as a fashion and creative director, established herself as a sought-after tastemaker, in 2019, Yasmin


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From plant-stem-cell exosomes to climate-adapted ingredients, the latest innovations for formulation

Mibelle Biochemistry is introducing PhytoCellTec™ Exosomes This innovative product delivers exosomes from outside into the skin, and also stimulates the production of exosomes by mesenchymal stem cells within the skin. As we age, our skin's production of collagen and elastin decreases, leading to sagging skin most noticeably around


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When refillable beauty becomes seamless

Refills have invaded the beauty world with different systems, from in-store fountains to refills at home with pouches in premium packaging; the beauty industry is searching for a model that would ease consumer adoption while integrating seamlessly into the supply chain.


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S2K and the all-in-one “Charismastick”

The Charismastick by S2K Paris, launched in France in 2024 by founder Cherazad Sekkai, after a 2 year development phase. The idea behind the all-in-one product was to bring an easy makeup tool for busy women. The Charismastick is the first product launched by S2K Paris. This multifunctional 4-in-1 stick


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From superfood pigments to mono-material packaging with a luxury feel amongst the trends at Cosmoprof Asia

Cosmoprof and Cosmopack Asia, for its 2024 edition, was back in figures to the pre-COVID edition (2019), and it was visible by the filled alleys. It occupied 120,000 sqm and had a total number of exhibitors at 2,562 from 47 countries and regions....


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Comment assurer un sourcing éthique : le cas de l’ylang-ylang de Madagascar avec Jacarandas

Le sourcing éthique est primordial pour assurer la durabilité des industries de la beauté et de la parfumerie. Il permettra aux marques de valider leur efforts durable et d'attester leur allégations de marketing durable. La transparence joue un rôle essentiel dans la confiance des consommateurs.


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How to Ensure Ethical Sourcing. The case of Ylang Ylang from Madagascar with Jacarandas

Ethical sourcing is paramount to ensuring sustainability in our beauty and fragrance industries. It will allow brands to track their efforts throughout the supply chain and substantiate sustainable marketing claims. Transparency plays an essential role in gaining consumer trust.


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The Island Cosmetics on making sunscreen a simple everyday beauty gesture

Started in 2020, with the Co.Lab.Ora lab in France, Sarra Vencatachellum went on a mission to develop a make-up product with high sunscreen, finding the best of both worlds. A powerful foundation with a robust SPF50. The task was easier said than done. After three and half years


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From Vibrant Powders to Laser technology for Board packaging and Ecovadis' new platinum winner

Givaudan is releasing a collection of powders from botanical extract for make-up and skincare applications, while DS Smith just acquired new technology to innovate in customisation while ensuring sustainability, and Fedrigoni receives the platinum Ecovadis top 1%. Givaudan Active Beauty launches the [N.A.S.]™ Vibrant Collection of vegan botanical


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When one beauty product might be just enough

While visiting MakeUp in New York, we met with Dr. Natacha Bonjout, founder of her eponymous brand, Bonjout Beauty, a French beauty brand based on the East Coast of the United States. Focused on beauty from the French Riviera, the pharmacist founder wanted to launch a beauty product full of


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Beauty trends and innovations in NewYork

From Element's partnership with Detrapel for new aerosol technology to complete PP airless packaging by CTKclip and innovative formulas at Kolmar, MakeUp in New York was buzzing this September. For its 13th edition, MakeUp in New York 2024 expected over 4500 visitors for the 150 exhibitors who showcased