Holistic health has soared into the spotlight in recent months, as the world grapples with the effects of an ongoing global COVID-19 crisis. And within this, the skin microbiome has gained fresh importance for consumers and industry alike.
CBD is without doubt one of the hottest ingredients in the skin care category right now, with consumer curiosity triggering the launch of numerous independent skin care brands that promote the benefits of the hemp plant-derived ingredient.
Our Skin is not foreign to the harmful effects of pollution. Sun is not the only villain when it comes to skin aging and damage, rapid urbanization has also increased pollution levels in our surroundings, sometimes even our choice of personal care products...
There is a growing body of evidence that artificial light from a range of household and everyday appliances is playing havoc on our skin. UV rays from both blue light and white light is leading to concern that increasingly heavy exposure is jeopardizing...
As consumer’s awareness of the impact of light exposure on skin grows, there is an increased concern over the damage that can be caused not only by UV exposure but also by environmental high energy visible light, also known as blue light. For formulators,...
The outermost layer of our skin, the epidermis, constitutes both a physical and immunological barrier for our body. It is supported in its role by the microbes which live on its surface. Protection of skin’s functionality has important advantages, both...
A unique approach to protecting your skin. Hydrating the skin through biological moisturization helps to restore the skin’s barrier. Detoxing the skin with the power of coconut water brings more vitality, energy and health to the skin.
In recent decades, the blue light and air pollution that we have encountered are increased rapidly due to development of technology and environmental change. While we are focused on protecting the skin under UV lights, blue light from a cell phone, tablet...
In our busy and “hyper-connected” world, stress has become an ongoing challenge for many people. Sustained stress affects mind and body in various ways and a recent study confirmed that psychological stress does indeed cause skin barrier function to deteriorate....
This webinar will provide you with all the latest information about the fast growing and evolving skin protection category, brought to you by the experts from the Mintel Beauty team. The presentation will tap into its vast market intelligent resources...
In this webinar, Cosmetics Design editor Deanna Utroske convenes a panel of industry experts who are focused on hair care ingredient and formulation trends that go beyond the category’s most basic functions of cleaning, maintaining, and treating hair....
Drawing panellists from the ingredients, distribution and market research fields, this discussion will generate a thought-provoking conversation on how the trend is evolving at the consumer level, the challenges of developing and formulating this type...
Anti-pollution is a key hot topic for consumers and formulators alike. Now a central focus for the industry, it has become crucial to keep abreast of this fast-paced, innovative trend. Our anti-pollution online forum offers the industry a fantastic opportunity...
The cosmetics and personal care industry has seen a sea change in the last decade, with growing demand for natural or nature-based products being driven by both consumers and manufacturers looking for greener alternatives. Although modern techniques have...
We know that if a product doesn’t feel or smell good on the skin chances are consumers will stop using it, because the overall experience is not a positive one. When creating product formulations, researchers and scientists must produce something that...