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TSG stake in Saltair cements skinified body care as growth engine

Private equity firm TSG Consumer is acquiring a majority stake in Saltair, a skinified body care brand. The move signals that demand for skin care-grade body care has reached a scale that attracts major private equity interest, and market data further indicates this demand is unlikely to plateau. While neither company has disclosed specific financial terms, industry watchers suggest the deal is significant.
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Multifunctionality and texture reshape simple summer beauty routines
Summer brings more opportunities for outdoor activities, but with the added outside time comes increased skin exposure to the elements. For summer beauty routines, industry experts point out that the season doesn’t test whether a skin care product works, rather if consumers keep using it once the heat sets in.
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Azitra explores recombinant filaggrin for post-weight-loss skin firmness
Azitra, a biopharmaceutical company, is developing a clinically backed anti-aging ingredient with potential applications for post GLP-1 skin laxity. The ingredient, ATR-COSF, utilizes a novel supernatant formulation that contains an active recombinant human domain of the protein filaggrin (rHDfilaggrin) for cosmetic and skin care applications.Recent ex vivo studies on ATR-COSF demonstrate “promising” applications in treating laxity in defatted skin, indicating potential alignment for use following sudden weight loss. The findings outline areas of formulation for the Staphylococcus epidermidis (S. epidermidis) derived ingredient in precision dermatology, and cosmetic proteins and peptides.
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Mushroom-derived ingredients
Innova Market Insights data shows growth in the use of mushroom ingredients in personal care launches, with a 14% CAGR from July 2021 to June 2026. Skin and hair care products featured the highest use of mushroom ingredients, while body care experienced the fastest growth in innovation. These ingredients are most commonly found in hydrating products, where they provide softening and smoothing benefits.
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Automating sleeved bottle packaging without compromising pack design
This article highlights the automation of sleeved bottle packaging, transforming a manual process into a high-speed solution while preserving brand identity and ensuring compatibility with both automated and manual operations.

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Consumer Reports: States urged to regulate braiding hair amid federal silence

Consumer Reports found heavy metals in nearly all braiding hair it tested, and volatile organic compounds in every sample. James Rogers, director and head of product safety testing at Consumer Reports, tells Personal Care Insights that no US federal agency clearly regulates the category, leaving labeling claims unchecked. He urges manufacturers to test ingredients and final products. Rogers also expects state rules and consumer spending to eventually drive change.

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Symrise debuts plant-derived L-carnosine for prejuvenation skin care
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Symrise has launched Dragosine Green to help beauty brands create natural-origin skin longevity and prejuvenation concepts. The specialty ingredients company says the solution meets consumers’ rising expectations for efficacy, naturality, and responsible innovation. The cosmetic ingredient uses 100% plant-derived L-carnosine produced through advanced green biotechnology. It offers a natural origin index of 1. 
ELF and Bubble build beauty collection on Gen Z “cocktailing” trend
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ELF Beauty and Bubble are creating a limited-edition collection shaped by their respective “community-loved holy grails.”According to Piper Sandler’s October 2025 Taking Stock With Teens Survey, ELF and Bubble are both “chart-toppers” among US teens.
Lush expands package-free range with shower gummies and solid gels
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Lush has launched a range of package-free shower gummies, shower gels, and shampoo bars in the UK and Ireland, aimed at tackling “unnecessary” packaging in the personal care industry. The cosmetic company reports that it sold 37 million package-free products in 2025 globally. This makes up 58% of all individual products sold, with 45% of all year-round products now sold without packaging. 
Canadian cosmetics face 50% US duty as USMCA protection fails
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US President Donald Trump has announced a 50% tariff on Canadian chemicals, cosmetics, and toiletries. The duties mark the first time trade agreement compliance has failed to shield Canadian personal care goods from US tariffs. What had protected the North American beauty sector from Trump’s slew of tariffs was the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), known as CUSMA in Canada. However, the recent decision ignores it, impacting cross-border personal care product pricing and supply chains. 
Seppic quantifies plant exosomes in Celtosome range for longevity skin care
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Seppic says it has reached a “milestone” by demonstrating a direct link between the plant vesicles and efficacy of its Celtosome ingredients. The company has precisely measured the concentration of exosomes — intercellular messengers — within the actives. Exosomes are increasingly popular in cosmetic care. These nano-vesicles with a diameter of 30 to 150 nm transfer biological signals, allowing cells to repair one another. 
Synergy Flavors taps taste modulation for high-protein and low-sugar drinks
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Amid a consumer demand for healthier, reduced-sugar drinks and high-protein options, Synergy Flavors highlights the importance of taste modulation. The company says its Smart Sugar Control technologies can improve sweetness perception in beverages with limited or zero sugar. Solutions within this proprietary platform are designed to influence how consumers perceive a product’s sensory attributes, such as sweetness, mouthfeel, texture, and aftertaste. The company explains that taste modulation can reduce the presence of off-notes and undesirable textures, such as the astringency or “chalkiness” common to high-protein beverages or the unpleasant taste left by some synthetic sweeteners, to offer a “cleaner” taste.
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July in review: L’Oréal lands Gucci Beauty, US FDA peptide...
Last month, in personal care industry news, L’Oréal announced plans to take over the 50-year exclusive global license agreement for Gucci Beauty, a year ahead of schedule. Asia’s beauty market advanced. Companies across the region ramped up AI investments, and on the finance side, a US investment firm filed for the first dedicated K-beauty ETF (exchange-traded fund). 
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EU fragrance allergen rules take effect and more than...
The three-year transition period of EU Commission Regulation 2023/1545 closes today, and “natural beauty” positioned brands may face the sharpest consequences. Now, cosmetic products containing any of the 56 fragrance allergens added to Annex III of the regulation cannot be placed on the EU market unless each substance appears individually in the ingredient list when its concentration exceeds 0.001% in leave-on products or 0.01% in rinse-off. 
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Juice’s vaginal suppository launch sparks debate over...
Juice, an intimate care brand marketed as beauty, has debuted with “not something you need, but something you want” positioning. Some have applauded the category convergence, while others have pushed back, seeing the framing as evidence-skirting and a trendy rebranding of female shame. The new brand launched with oil suppositories for the vagina, designed to give hydration and a “subtle scent.” Scented intimate hygiene products have been discouraged by medical professionals due to irritation. For example, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists advises against using perfumed products in and around the vagina. 

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Eco-conscious cosmeticsAug2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that environmental aspects are important to consumers when purchasing beauty & personal care products. New product launches show 15% CAGR for products with et...

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Summer beauty essentials Aug 2026

New product launches show that summer beauty launches focus on sensorial, vacation-inspired scents with fruity, citrus, and gourmand notes. Skin care trends highlight glow-boosting, hydrating formulas designed for heat, humidity, and sun exposure. Hair and body care are moving toward lightweight, multi-use, protective products.

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Mushroom-derived ingredients Aug 2026

Innova Market Insights data shows growth in the use of mushroom ingredients in personal care launches, with a 14% CAGR from July 2021 to June 2026. Skin and hair care products featured the highest use of mushroom ingredients, while body care experienced the fastest growth in innovation. These ingredients are most commonly found in hydrating products, where they provide softening and smoothing benefits.

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Consumer Reports found heavy metals in nearly all braiding hair it tested, and volatile organic compounds in every sample. James Rogers, director and head of product safety testing at Consumer Reports, tells Personal Care Insights that no US federal agency clearly...

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