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LookFantastic spotlights skin-first beauty in spring/summer trend report

LookFantastic’s 2026 Spring/Summer trend report has revealed that “skinification” is here to stay, with advanced skin care ingredients continuing to be highlighted in hybrid makeup products and peptides as the “backbone” of the trend.In tandem with the emphasis on skin health, the fastest-growing category across skin and body products in 2025 was SPF. The online retail platform underlines that consumers are increasing their investments in long-term skin protection to avoid sun damage as a well-aging strategy.
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How science and consumer choices are shaping plant-based beauty
The surge in plant‑based innovation is driven by shifting consumer expectations and rising sustainability commitments across the industry. Consumers increasingly favor brands that demonstrate credible environmental responsibility, making sustainability a core driver of product development rather than a niche positioning.  Innova Market Insights data indicates a 14% average growth in plant-based claims for personal care launches from 2021 to 2025. Europe accounted for the largest share of launches.
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Regulating microneedling: UK parliamentary guide sets best practice amid safety concerns
The rise in microneedling treatments has prompted leading industry bodies to introduce new standards following an increase in health warnings for the treatment. The launch of the Sharp Standards Guide to Microneedling, supported by Dermalogica and the British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC), marks a step in demonstrating the industry’s commitment to consumer safety in the absence of current UK legislation.
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Harness the power of flowers for beauty
Using proprietary technologies like Zeta Fraction™, PSR™ technology and phytofermentology™, Ashland extracts potent actives from flower sources through eco-friendly processes, ensuring both efficacy and environmental responsibility. Driven by sustainability and technological advancement commitments, this allows development of biofunctionals that harness the power of advanced technologies, artificial intelligence, and plant-based innovation.

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In-cosmetics Global 2026: All G delivers precision-fermented lactoferrin for sustainable efficacy

Isidoor Maljers, business development manager at All G, told us about the company’s animal-free, precision-fermented lactoferrin. He explained how the ingredient offers purity, consistency, and control. Maljers highlighted its superior bioactivity and bioavailability, specific to the precision fermentation process. With clinical evidence supporting its efficacy, All G’s lactoferrin provides a stable, cost-effective supply that’s free from animal products, offering simplicity, efficacy, and multifunctionality for personal care formulations. 

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In-cosmetics Global 2026 review: Data-driven beauty and biotech reshape ingredient innovation
At In-cosmetics Global 2026 in Paris, France, the personal care industry leaned into biotech, multifunctionality, and data-driven development. Across the show floor, brands emphasized clinically backed actives, circular ingredients, and AI-powered formulation tools, alongside a growing focus on scalp health, emotional benefits, and long-term resilience. Major industry players highlighted solutions built around resilience, functionality, and real-world efficacy. We round up the event’s key innovators and what they showcased.

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Vitafoods Europe 2026: Pharmactive enters beauty-from-within market with...
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Pharmactive Biotech Products has entered the beauty-from-within space with the launch of Kyoh, its first nutricosmetic. Kyoh is a single ingredient, pure extract formulated to help support hair follicle function in a range of different product concepts. The solution is a proprietary extraction of arugula leaves from the Brassicaceae family of cruciferous vegetables and is currently “the only” such extract backed by scientific research for hair growth. 
Cosmogen & Asquan merge to become global personal care packaging player
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Cosmogen has acquired Asquan, an international premium personal care company headquartered in Hong Kong and Shenzhen, China, to consolidate its global reach in the personal care packaging space.  The new entity, Cosmogen & Asquan Group, is set to generate a combined revenue of US$50 million. Together, its client portfolio includes LVMH, L’Oréal, Clarins, Huda Beauty, and Shiseido. 
Quadpack equips natural skin care start-up with airless jar for product...
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Quadpack has supplied German start-up When Nino Meets Lella (Ninella) with its Regula Airless container for the skin care company’s new plant oil-infused skin care range. The 30 mL plastic container houses Ninella’s day cream, night cream, and hyaluronic fluid. It is available in polyethylene terephthalate (PET) or polypropylene with a metal-free pump and is manufactured at Quadpack’s Kierspe factory in Germany. 
Webinar preview: How neurocosmetics and personalization shape beauty’s future
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The personal care industry is experiencing a shift toward more science-driven, customized beauty solutions. One of the most intriguing developments in this area is neurocosmetics, a field that blends neuroscience with skin care. This emerging sector is expanding the potential of beauty products, offering consumers a more personalized, holistic approach that goes beyond the surface of skin care to include emotional and mental well-being. 
Estée Lauder raises full-year outlook after first organic sales growth in four...
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The Estée Lauder Companies’ (ELC) Q3 report for FY 2026 has shown double-digit net sales growth in its Fragrances division. The year-to-date profitability has raised the company’s full-year fiscal outlook, expecting to bring a restoration of organic sales growth and expansion of adjusted operating margin for the first time in four years.Net sales grew in three out of four geographic regions and were led by mainland China. The company’s multi-year vision, Beauty Imagined, launched in February 2025, is reported to be on track, and its Profit Recovery and Growth Plan (PRGP) is ahead of previous projections.
Vitafoods Europe 2026 live: Kaneka Ubiquinol’s mitochondria-boosting supplement...
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Mitochondria have become a hot topic in the nutrition industry as cellular health comes into focus for targeted health support. At Vitafoods Europe 2026, Nutrition Insight meets with Kaneka Ubiquinol Europe delving into why mitochondria are important target areas of supplement launches and how companies can differentiate themselves on the market amid saturated marketing claims. The company also won an innovation award yesterday.
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April in review: Navigating Iran war, K-beauty...
This month, the Iran war sent shockwaves throughout the personal care sector, causing a multitude of responses to mitigate supply chain impact. The continuously expanding K-beauty movement set its sights on a new geographical location, India. Additionally, South Korea’s fragrance exports hit their highest monthly figure on record, signaling a high-potential opportunity. 
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EU restricts 12 cosmetics ingredients amid health concerns
The European Commission (EC) has restricted 12 cosmetic ingredients due to concerns related to potential endocrine disruption or genotoxicity.Regulation (EU) 2026/909 was published in the Official Journal of the European Union, with restrictions set to take effect on January 1, 2027. It amends Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 — the primary regulatory framework for cosmetic products in the EU market.
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ASA bans Eucerin’s “five years younger” skin care claim...
A billboard advertisement for Eucerin’s Hyaluron-Filler Epigenetic Serum has been banned after a complaint was lodged with the UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). The poster, displayed at Balham Underground Station in London, UK, wrote that the product could make users “Look up to five years younger.” The statement was challenged, and the ASA called for substantial evidence, which it found Beiersdorf — Eucerin’s parent company — could not provide. 

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Jojoba in the spotlightMay2026

Jojoba is gaining momentum in global beauty and personal care launches as consumers increasingly seek value-driven, ingredient-led products. According to Innova Market Insights data, half of the launc...

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Ethical beauty elevated May 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates a 20% growth in ethical claims for personal care launches from 2021 to 2025. This rise reflects growing consumer demand for transparency, sustainability, and animal-friendly practices across the beauty industry.

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Plant-based innovation trendsMay 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates a 14% average growth in plant-based claims for personal care launches from 2021 to 2025. Europe accounted for the largest share of launches, with hand, bath, and shower products leading the category. Shower products dominated, while massage oils are gaining traction.

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