Formulations: Exfoliants, masks & treatments

In today’s world of holistic beauty and wellness, a deep treatment, mask, or exfoliation offers a true spa escape from everyday life. Such experiences can benefit not just your skin, but your mind as well. Below, you’ll find a curated selection of formulations and ingredient suppliers that capture the latest trends in the industry.

Issue 04 – 2026

Issue 04 – 2026 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Skin Longevity:All About Dermal Vitality and Preventive Aging Clean: Plant Power in Skin Care Ingredients Deals:Scaling Through M&A in Active Ingredients Get an e-paper subscription Issue 04 – 2026 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: … Read more

Reading Tea Leaves vs. Real Data: Classic Mistakes During Trials and Scale up

Dear colleagues from R&D, production and process optimisation, Carefully planned trials are essential for generating reliable data, successful product development and achieving a robust scale‑up. However, in practice, it has become clear that many test results are barely usable. Why? Errors often occur right at the planning stage – when selecting machines and tools, defining … Read more

Dermohacking cellulite through circular bio-energy

Provital presents Intensilk™, the first cosmetic active proven to mimic caloric restriction in adipocytes, opening a new path in body well-aging. Derived from locally sourced apple blossom, Intensilk™ remasters longevity science to dermohack the body, delivering an intensive anti-cellulite remodeling solution that acts on both fat reduction and tissue architecture to smooth cellulite dimples, restore … Read more

Explore Every Aspect of Sun Protection and Beyond

Courage+Khazaka will present their new & innovative TopiPen® system at the in-cosmetics. The three TopiPen® probes deliver fast and reliable insights into the protective performance of your formulations and products under a wide range of conditions. Evaluate and optimize your products in-house throughout the entire development process. The intuitive SPF-FlowPro software guides you every step … Read more

Engineered by Nature

The natural skincare market has embarked on a critical new chapter from August 2025 to 
February 2026. The natural ingredients in the market are not just seen as heritage ingredients that evoke the natural clean label connection anymore but are instead being retooled by 
suppliers and brands as quantifiable biologic performers.

Glow Inside Out

A decade ago, beauty content was created to perform well on social media feeds, with sculpted contour and high-impact looks designed to trend on Instagram. But in 2026, those expectations are shifting. Consumers are no longer seeking beauty that only delivers in the moment. Instead, they are looking for solutions that support long-term skin, hair and nail health – reflecting a deeper understanding that visible beauty is shaped by what happens beneath the surface.

There’s more to Explore in Beauty-From-Within!

What’s driving the Nutricosmetics Boom? Discover it at Vitafoods Europe 2026 (5–7 May)!
This year’s show is shedding light on the latest developments, with day 3 of the Vitafoods Europe Conference Theatre entirely dedicated to nutricosmetics. Featuring expert-led sessions designed to spark ideas and share cutting-edge insights, explore the latest trends, ingredients, and innovations shaping this fast-growing market. 
Key Topics include:
· The preventative beauty strategies resonating with Gen Z and Millennials
· Navigating the blurred boundaries between beauty, nutrition, and pharma innovation
· Emerging ingredients shaking things up—from peptides to marine compounds
· How functional foods and drinks are shaping the future of self-care
· And more!
Plus, with double the networking space, there are even more opportunities to connect, collaborate, and build valuable partnerships at Vitafoods Europe 2026.
There’s more to explore in nutricosmetics—register today and join us in Barcelona this May!

There’s more to explore in beauty-from-within!

What’s driving the nutricosmetics boom? Discover it at Vitafoods Europe 2026 (5–7 May)!
This year’s show is shedding light on the latest developments, with day 3 of the Vitafoods Europe Conference Theatre entirely dedicated to nutricosmetics. Featuring expert-led sessions designed to spark ideas and share cutting-edge insights, explore the latest trends, ingredients, and innovations shaping this fast-growing market. 
Key topics include:
· The preventative beauty strategies resonating with Gen Z and Millennials
· Navigating the blurred boundaries between beauty, nutrition, and pharma innovation
· Emerging ingredients shaking things up—from peptides to marine compounds
· How functional foods and drinks are shaping the future of self-care
· And more!
Plus, with double the networking space, there are even more opportunities to connect, collaborate, and build valuable partnerships at Vitafoods Europe 2026.
There’s more to explore in nutricosmetics—register today and join us in Barcelona this May!

Cosmopack Bologna 2026: Shaping the Supply Chain

Cosmopack Bologna 2026 returns from March 26–28 as the leading international event dedicated to the entire beauty supply chain. From packaging and raw materials to machinery, automation, contract manufacturing and private label solutions, Cosmopack gathers the companies and professionals driving innovation in cosmetic product development. The 2026 edition will spotlight advanced technologies, sustainable production approaches, … Read more

Value Marker

10 principles to master secondary luxury packaging development in beauty: Packaging is a 
strategic pillar of contemporary luxury. In the beauty and luxury industry, but not only, it is a value marker, an emotional trigger and a strategic tool that shapes brand perception long before the product itself is experienced. Packaging is the first physical point of contact with the consumer.

Rising Market

India’s beauty and personal care industry entered 2025 with two forces working in parallel: a structurally expanding consumer market and a faster-moving ingredient layer adapting to India’s climate, usage habits, and regulatory tightening. On the demand side, the India Brand Equity Foundation positions the beauty, cosmetics, and grooming market at around US$ 20 billion by 2025.

Formulations: Skin cleansing products

Caring for the skin is a vital step in every 
daily ritual. To support a clear, glowing 
complexion, it’s important to eliminate 
makeup traces, debris, and airborne 
contaminants. Here, we present a curated 
range of formulas and suppliers that 
demonstrate the newest innovations in skincare.

Luxury Customization

Customization has become one of the most powerful drivers of transformation in beauty. ­
Today’s consumers expect far more than just functional products: they are increasingly ­seeking personalized products and experiences that reflect their identity, values, and aspirations.

Redefining Barrier Care

Sensitive skin represents one of the most complex challenges in modern skincare formulation. It combines impaired barrier function with heightened nerve reactivity, causing the skin to overrespond to usually harmless stimuli and enter a cycle of dryness, discomfort, and vulnerability.

Beauty Grows, Supply Chain Accelerates, Cosmopack Connects

The global beauty market keeps growing, driven by advanced skincare, fragrances, and mass & private label, according to Euromonitor forecasts. This is generating increasing demand across the entire cosmetic supply chain and Cosmopack plays a key role in connecting it. From March 26 to 28, Cosmopack offers a unique experience where you can meet the … Read more

Issue 03 – 2026

Issue 03 – 2026 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Solar skin:A New Era of Sun Care – Science Meets Skin Special: Indie Brand Growth through Niche Actives Splendid:Luxury Aesthetics in Modern Packaging Get an e-paper subscription Issue 03 – 2026 Here is what you can look forward to in … Read more

Plan Your Visit at Cosmopack in Bologna!

At Cosmopack, the international exhibition dedicated to the entire beauty supply chain, preparation is key to making the most of your visit. With a wide range of exhibitors specializing in packaging, raw materials, formulation, machinery and contract manufacturing, having the right tools helps you focus on the solutions most relevant to your business. The first … Read more

NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2026 Registration is Open!

Registration is now open for NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2026, the largest ingredients and formulation event in North America, taking place May 19–20 at the Javits Center in New York City. Under the theme Breaking Beauty Boundaries with Science, the event will showcase how cutting-edge research is redefining performance, sustainability, inclusivity, and wellness across beauty and … Read more

Formulations: Facial care & color cosmetics

Trends in color cosmetics and facial care are evolving quickly. While high-coverage makeup and bold shades were in demand just a few years ago, today’s consumers favor products with soothing or rejuvenating benefits and more subtle hues. This feature showcases a range of formulations and ingredient suppliers offering a glimpse into the latest market innovations.