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Beiersdorf €100M skin care fund signals big bet on science-driven innovation

Beiersdorf has launched the second iteration of its corporate venture capital fund for skin care innovation with a €100 million (US$116 million) commitment, double the amount from 2020. The German consumer goods giant says the new Skin Care Innovation Fund reinforces venture capital as a strategic lever to drive future growth through science-based innovation. The fund signifies Beiersdorf’s ambition to lead creation in skin care. 
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Home care trends reflect rising demand for comfort and conscious cleaning
Consumers are increasingly drawn to making their houses a space of comfort and health through sensoriality, sustainability, and well-being-focused home care solutions.According to Innova Market Insights, Household Care products are gaining ground, with an average annual growth rate of 18% from 2021 to 2025.
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Aptar Beauty on how regulation and “skinification” shape alcohol-free perfumes
Aptar Beauty says the fragrance market is undergoing a profound transformation. The company believes that regulatory shifts to lower volatile organic compounds (VOC) content, including alcohol, to reduce emissions, are accelerating the move toward other types of formulas across beauty categories.  Consumers are embracing gentle formulations with natural ingredients and added skin care benefits, pushing brands to rethink traditional approaches to perfumery. Aptar Beauty, which is the beauty division of AptarGroup, is a US company that specializes in dispensing systems, packaging, and application technologies for consumer products.
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A Patented Breakthrough in Scalp Health — Learn more from the clinical study results
Purakan™ is a patented breakthrough in natural scalp care, proven to outperform market leaders on pruritus, dandruff, itching, and flaking. It replaces synthetic options like ZPT and piroctone olamine. Clinical studies show 89.7% of participants experienced reduced dandruff and itching within just seven days.This technical paper is brought to you by Mane Kancor.
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PCHi 2026: Givaudan launches VectorHyal for enhanced active ingredient stability and penetration

Mathias Fleury, head of category for Active Ingredients at Givaudan Active Beauty, showcased its new launch, VectorHyal, and its ability to enhance active ingredient stability, skin penetration, and product transparency. The hyaluronic acid capsule adds multifunctional benefits, boosting efficacy and hydration. Fleury emphasized that VectorHyal offers a fast, science-backed solution to meet the growing demands of the beauty market, especially in Asia, where performance and sensory appeal are crucial.

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PCHi 2026 review: Clinical-backing and indulgent sensory take center stage
At PCHi 2026 (Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients) in Hangzhou, China, the personal care industry gathered to present an array of beauty ingredient launches. Standout trends included scientifically-backed solutions, eye-catching formulas, and emotion-evoking sensory experiences. The exhibitors featured plant-based ingredients and products that provide a rejuvenated appearance, all based on the demands of Chinese beauty consumers. We look back at the event’s top innovators and their latest innovations.

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L’Oréal completes acquisition of Kering Beauté to expand luxe and fragrance
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L’Oréal has completed its acquisition of Kering Beauté. The deal includes House of Creed, which L’Oréal calls one of the world’s foremost luxury fragrance houses. The acquisition will also feature the signing of 50-year exclusive licenses for the creation, development, and distribution of fragrance and beauty products under Bottega Veneta and Balenciaga. The right to secure a 50-year exclusive license agreement for the Gucci brand will take effect once the current license agreement with Coty ends. The move follows the rules set by Kering Group’s existing licensing agreement. 
Italian authorities probe Sephora and Benefit for marketing adult beauty...
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Italian authorities have launched an investigation into Sephora and Benefit Cosmetics over a claimed use of “covert marketing strategies” to sell adult cosmetics to children. The Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) says that marketing beauty products to minors may be fuelling their growing obsession with achieving “flawless” skin, referred to as “cosmeticorexia,” potentially posing a risk to their health.AGCM calls the LVMH subsidiaries’ marketing tactics “particularly insidious.” The brands have worked with young micro-influencers, which the authority says drives “compulsive purchase of cosmetics” in vulnerable demographics, including girls under the age of 10.
In-cosmetics Global 2026: Syensqo to unveil sustainable hair and skin care...
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Syensqo is placing responsible beauty at the forefront of its operations at In-cosmetics Global 2026, Paris, France (April 14–16). The Belgian multinational chemicals and materials company is set to unveil its skin and hair care portfolio expansions, including a biotech peptide and a ceramide delivery technology.The advancements, including the company’s first move into scalp care, are said to be representative of its commitment to innovation and formulation expertise with a focus on efficacy and sustainability, like biobased solutions.
Unilever shifts focus to Home & Personal Care after divesting Foods business
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Unilever is set to become a pure-play home and personal care (HPC) business following an agreement to combine its Foods business with McCormick. Post-completion, Unilever will only operate across Beauty, Wellbeing, Personal Care, and Home Care. Unilever has been slowly divesting its food portfolio and highlighting its personal care and home offerings over the past year. A large signifier of this was its SASSY campaign launched last year, which resulted in rolling revamps of heritage brands to cater to a younger and trend-driven audience. 
March in review: Tariff recoup efforts, Beauty giant acquisitions, PCHi 2026
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This month in industry news, Beauty giants scrambled to reclaim tariff refunds after the Supreme Court ruled that levies imposed under President Donald Trump’s emergency powers were unlawful. Estée Lauder confirmed it is in talks with Puig over a potential merger that could reshape the luxury beauty landscape into a US$40 billion powerhouse. 
March in review: Gut microbiome advances, weight loss innovations & Expo West...
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March saw developments in AI-driven microbiome testing, postbiotic developments, and nutraceutical solutions for GLP-1 nutrient gaps. Meanwhile, industry challenges in supply chain disruptions, growing labeling scrutiny, and a demand for transparency accelerated innovations in nutrient-dense formulations, from supplements to functional foods and ready meals. In our March review, Nutrition Insight dives into some of the month’s biggest stories, including our live coverage at the Natural Products Expo West 2026 trade show and how nutrition and supplements can solve nutritional gaps linked to GLP-1 use and rapid weight loss. 
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Henkel to acquire prestige hair care brand Olaplex for...
Henkel will take over prestige hair care brand Olaplex for a total transaction value of US$1.4 billion. The consumer goods giant’s offer price of US$2.06 per share is approximately 55% over the brand’s closing stock price as of Wednesday. However, at its initial public offering in September 2021, Olaplex’s shares were valued at US$21.00, suggesting a valuation of approximately US$14–16 billion. 
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Personal Care Insights News
PCHi 2026: Beauty innovation steered by sensory experience...
Chinese beauty consumers often respond to the visual and sensory appeal of beauty products, but these factors alone do not contribute to purchasing decisions — solutions must be backed by science. Last week, at PCHi 2026 (Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients) in Hangzhou, China, exhibitors released an array of evidence-based ingredients and presented innovative textures. The common thread between each showcase was the importance of a pleasant sensory experience and proven data to validate product performance. 
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Revieve unveils ChatGPT tool for beauty brands amid AI...
Revieve has launched a tool that lets beauty brands and retailers guide how consumers discover skin care products inside generative AI platforms, with its AI Skin Advisor for ChatGPT. Consumers’ beauty discovery journeys are rapidly evolving beyond traditional channels like web search and social media. As beauty shoppers increasingly demand personalized routines, tools such as ChatGPT have gained increased attention. However, generative AI tools often provide generic answers, leaving distinct brand voices out of the discovery journey.

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Skin barrier breakthroughsApr2026

Innova Market Insights data shows that consumers increasingly look for barrier-repair benefits when choosing moisturizers. From 2021 to 2025, personal care launches with microbiome-related claims grew...

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Next-gen neurocosmetics Apr 2026

Innova Market Insights’ survey data indicates that 39% of global consumers are interested in clinical beauty. As demand for stress-relief and mood-enhancing beauty rises, neurocosmetics are emerging, blending wellness positioning with measurable skin performance.

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Botanical flower powerApr 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that in the past three years, there has been a 15% increase in growth for personal care launches with botanical/herbal claims. This aligns with consumers’ interest in products with botanical ingredients. Asia led these launches, while gotu kola extract launches show potential for innovation.

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