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Olay and Kenvue unveil dermatology innovations at AAD 2026

Kenvue and Olay are presenting research and derma-cosmetics innovations at the 2026 American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting (AAD 2026) in Denver, Colorado (March 27–31). Olay is focusing on the anti-aging role of cell adhesion in maintaining skin strength and resilience with its proprietary research revealed at the meeting. Meanwhile, Kenvue is showcasing findings and innovations from subsidiaries Neutrogena, Aveeno, and Rogaine in the healthy aging, skin hydration, UV protection, and acne segments. 
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Pushing away from petrochemicals: Biosurfactants offer high-performance alternative
Biosurfactants are gaining traction across the personal care and cosmetics industries as sustainable alternatives to petrochemical surfactants.
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Smyle’s approach to sustainable and clean oral care
More oral care companies are leaning toward oral health equity initiatives, urging industry action, and engaging in holistic approaches to oral health. This shift is furthering the conversation on clean and sustainable oral care.Personal Care Insights sits down with Smyle founder Almar Fernhout to discuss the balance between harmful oral care ingredients, sustainability, profitability, and industry responsibility.
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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: Sethic breaks Guinness World Record and unveils glass skin ingredient

At PCHi, Sephic broke a Guinness World Record for tying Chinese knots, and globally launched its “glass skin” ingredient made with multi-strain fermentation technology. Jean-Yves Bruxer, managing director at Sethic, told us that the ingredient responds to consumer demands for science-backed solutions with explained efficacy. He adds that increasingly science-focused purchasing habits could help propel Chinese beauty into the mainstream in the coming years.

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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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Clinical trial finds postbiotic ingredient promotes facial skin elasticity in...
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New clinical research has revealed that Kaneka Probiotics and AB-Biotics’ postbiotic Latilactobacillus sakei KABP-065 delivers skin health benefits for healthy women in their 30s and 40s. Skin elasticity and moisture were assessed using clinically validated dermatological methods, which revealed positive results for their postbiotic ingredient.
dsm-firmenich launches climate-protective skin barrier ingredient from Alps
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dsm-firmenich has launched Alpaflor Neurosooth to aid skin resilience amid rising global temperatures. The bioactive ingredient, sourced from the Alpine plant Scutellaria alpina, interrupts the skin-mind stress loop by lowering irritation and aiding against environmental stress.
Live Conscious unveils clinically-backed supplement for hair growth
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Health supplement brand, Live Conscious, has launched Clinical Hair Growth+, a supplement with Serevelle, a saw palmetto extract. A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical study found that this ingredient increases hair growth by 35% in 90 days. The supplement combines collagen, botanicals, and essential vitamins with clinically supported ingredients to promote natural hair growth, scalp health, and strong strands from within. 
Sephora launches ChatGPT app as AI beauty shopping takes off
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Sephora has debuted an app inside ChatGPT, creating an AI-powered shopping experience for beauty consumers through a conversational interface. The move allows Sephora shoppers to discover products, receive recommendations, and eventually make purchases inside the virtual space. The Sephora app in ChatGPT is currently piloting in the US. Users can ask beauty questions in the app’s chat format and receive curated product advice based on the retailer’s product catalog and “beauty knowledge.”
Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna 2026: Schwan Cosmetics reveals eyeliner platform...
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Schwan Cosmetics, a global manufacturer of white-label color cosmetics, has launched Meta-Ink in PrimeLiner at Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna, Italy (March 26–28). The move is slated as a response to accelerating color cycles in the cosmetics and beauty arena, and the rapidly growing demand for expressive and bold eye looks. Marieke Waldmann, global product manager for Eye Products at Schwan Cosmetics, tells Personal Care Insights that the solution is designed to help beauty brands respond to evolving color trends without compromising on quality.
Ingredion and Holobiome map gut microbiome to unlock targeted health benefits
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Ingredion has partnered with Holobiome to use AI and its database of two million bacterial genomes to predict how specific ingredients will interact with human health before clinical trials. The research expands beyond digestion to explore how sweeteners, plant proteins, and texture solutions influence the gut-brain axis, including sleep and mental health.
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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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Estée Lauder and Puig discuss merger as fragrance race...
The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) has confirmed that it is in talks with Spanish beauty group Puig about a potential business merger that would bring major fragrance and beauty brands, including Tom Ford, Rabanne, and Clinique, under one company. The potential deal could create a luxury beauty group valued at around US$40 billion, and may strengthen both companies’ position in the global fragrance market, which has seen heightened investment from global giants such as L’Oréal.
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PCHi 2026 live: Jaka Biotech looks to redefine skin...
Jaka Biotech is showcasing its latest innovation, Anglysin IB, a multifunctional anti-glycation active targeting skin aging, at PCHi 2026 in Hangzhou, China, taking place March 18–20, 2026. The ingredient, which is extracted from Inula britannica flowers, contains phenols, flavonoids, and sesquiterpenes — a naturally occurring organic compound often used in cosmetic products for their skin-healing, soothing, and anti-irritant properties. The company says product works at the genetic level and also contributes to natural whitening of the skin. at stands out for working at the gene. The company says the product works at the genetic level and also contributes to natural whitening of the skin.

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The Future of FragranceMar2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that global fragrance launches are increasing, with an average annual growth rate of +51 % from 2021 to 2025. Consumers globally prefer light fragrances, and thei...

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Home care innovation Mar 2026

According to Innova Market Insights, Household Care products are gaining ground, with an average annual growth rate of 18% from 2021 to 2025. Consumers globally say they have mostly purchased cleaning products (81%) and dishwashing & washing-up products (75%). New product launches emphasize sustainability and functionality.

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Sustainable personal care packaging solutionsMar 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that the use of sustainable packaging in personal care product launches grew 20% year-over-year from 2024 to 2025, reflecting a strong demand for more eco-friendly products, inside and out.

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