Issue 1/2 – 2025 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Circular beauty:The rise of recycling and upcycling in cosmetics Goal: Achieving sustainability for the cosmetic industry Glee:How wellness and beauty are evolving Get an e-paper subscription Issue 1/2 – 2025 Here is what you can look forward to in this … Read more
Reintroducing Hydrafence™, a well-established ingredient that combines a hydrocolloid matrix from rice amylopectin and a calcium-rich seaweed extract (Lithothamnion calcareum), developed through up-cycling initiatives. Hydrafence™ delivers, immediate and 120 hours of hydrating power, strengthens the skin’s barrier function, and enhances smoothness, with long-lasting results now validated using Touchy Finger® technology. In collaboration with École Centrale … Read more
Brands are evolving products in line with consumer expectations regarding wellness – not only embracing imperfections but placing significant value on age-appropriate and gender-fluid skincare. Ine Mattheé from Oleon Health and Beauty talks about how wellness becomes a more important part of beauty.
The cosmetics industry accounts for 1% of global greenhouse gas emissions—a small yet significant impact. As the sector works toward achieving Net Zero and ensuring credible sustainability claims, many companies are setting science-aligned targets. However, challenges persist in reducing emissions from sourcing, processing, shipping raw materials, and packaging. Regulations like the Green Claims Directive aim … Read more
photo: BolognaFiere Cosmoprof S.p.A. A new layout of the Cosmoprof pavilions and sectors will aim to improve the exhibition experience and optimize business opportunities for companies and visitors. This reorganisation will facilitate traffic flows, improve brand visibility and create logical and thematic routes within the fair. Cosmopack, the pavilion dedicated to the excellence of the … Read more
Not just in Europe the cosmetic market is changing rapidly. Fei Xu from Asia Cosme Labs talks about the trends in China you shouldn’t miss!
Sustainability isn’t just a trend–it’s becoming the new standard in packaging. Consumers are demanding eco-friendly solutions and businesses are looking for ways to reduce their environmental footprint without sacrificing quality and design. “ONE4” mycelium packaging is one such innovation, combining the environmental benefits of mycelium, the root structure of fungi, with the efficiency of traditional packaging, making it an accessible and appealing option for companies of all sizes.
CollPerfect™ P6 is a cutting-edge skincare solution designed to enhance elasticity and boost collagen density. As an encapsulated bioactivating hexapeptide with a sequence based on the human skin type I collagen, it stimulates collagen synthesis and encourages dermal remodeling, effectively rejuvenating the skin and improving its overall appearance. CollPerfect™ P6 Promotes procollagen I production Boosts … Read more
photo: BolognaFiere Cosmoprof S.p.A. Purchase your ticket by March 3 to save up to 30%. This allows you to concentrate on organizing your visit to the event and discovering all the exciting news in store for you! Plan your visit in advance and take advantage of our special fares for travel and accommodation. FIND OUT MORE … Read more
The leading global event for personal care ingredients, in-cosmetics Global, returns to RAI Amsterdam, the Netherlands, from 8-10 April 2025. Presented by KSM-66 Ashwagandha, the event promises to be its most international edition yet, hosting over 1,000 exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge advancements in ingredients, science, innovation, and sustainability. This year’s show features a Marketing Trends programme … Read more
photo: BolognaFiere Cosmoprof S.p.A. Plan your visit in advance and take advantage of our special fares for travel and accommodation. FIND OUT MORE Among the international companies that have already confirmed their participation in COSMOPACK Bologna 2025, there are: ANCOROTTI COSMETICS · B.KOLORMAKEUP & SKINCARE · BARALAN · BRANDART · BRIVAPLAST · CAPSUM · CHROMAVIS · … Read more
Dipl.-Ing. Michael Mehnert will increasingly focus on the strategic development and will strengthen the operational management of the company in Europe with Mag. Thomas Aigner. Additionally, Martin Hobl and Oliver Griesing have been appointed to the new management team and are ready to lead as an experienced and highly qualified leadership team. www.bekum.com
Since September 2024, Dr Ruth Herrmann has joined the team at Provital in Germany and Austria as a Technical Sales Representative. As a doctorate-holding cell biologist, she brings extensive expertise in cell biology and biotechnology. In her role, she supports customers with technical expertise on Provital active ingredients and current trends to advance the development … Read more
L’Occitane Group’s Laurent Marteau has stepped down as Group CEO. Marteau resigned from his position at the beauty giant on 16 September to focus on “personal pursuits”. His departure comes five months after Marteau took on the new position of Group CEO, which combines the responsibilities of CEO and Group MD into one role. www.loccitane.com
PSB Industries is pleased to report that the operation to combine its subsidiary Texen with Quadpack into a single Group, announced on 15th July this year, has been successfully completed. Now, as part of the strategic plan to establish synergies, Quadpack CEO Alexandra Chauvigné has been appointed as Group CEO by the PSB Board of … Read more
The company has appointed new CEO, Tiina Bensky, whose 20 years of experience in the beauty industry includes senior roles with brands like L’Oréal, Clarins, and Lumene. Bensky will lead the development of the company’s portfolio of natural, wood-based active ingredients derived from upcycled birch bark from Nordic forest industry side streams. www.innomost.com
The company proudly announces the appointment of two new Fine Fragrance Perfumers to its Paris-based team. Alexandra Carlin will be joining as a Senior Fine Fragrance Perfumer and Alex Lee as a Fine Fragrance Perfumer. Both, Alexandra and Alex, have studied at ISIPCA and are joining IFF with a wealth of experience, enriching IFF’s artistic … Read more
Last chance to position your company in the area dedicated to raw materials, ingredients and fragrances From Thursday, March 20 to Saturday, March 22, join the Ingredients Zone and exhibit at Cosmopack 2025! Ingredients Zone is the special area dedicated to raw materials, ingredients and fragrances for bulk cosmetics. Strategically located in Hall 20 of … Read more
The preventative mindset is expanding beyond skin care into hair care. Slow aging and promoting hair longevity are the new targets as consumers seek to maintain healthy hair throughout life. FibraShieldTM C fights against oxidative stress inside and out and protects from environmental damage to preserve strong and youthful hair. The health and wellness trend … Read more
Fragrances can be essential even for personal care products: they are integral to consumer experience, offering emotional, psychological, and wellness benefits that influence purchasing decisions and brand loyalty. Virginie Pierron Arnault from Givaudan gives insights about the importance of scents and how Givaudan creates fragrances that offer a special moment for the consumer.