Beauty consumers are no longer just buying products – they are buying experiences. Demand is increasingly driven by the desire to transform daily routines into rituals. Beyond the formula, it is how a product looks, feels and connects on a sensory level that makes it stand out. Experience sensory innovation at the Sensory Bar during … Read more
Issue 01/02 – 2026 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Smart Formulas:Tech-driven beauty Single: Mono-material packaging at its best Switch:Silicone alternatives in cosmetics Get an e-paper subscription Issue 01/02 – 2026 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Smart Formulas:Tech-driven beauty Single:Mono-material packaging at its best … Read more
Between legislation and performance – the new challenges of mono-material packaging. The cosmetics and personal-care sector is undergoing a structural shift toward more circular packaging solutions. Mono-material plastic packaging has quickly become a key design tool for boosting large-scale recyclability and helping brands meet tough sustainability and legal goals.
The hair care ingredients market is evolving rapidly, driven by shifting consumer expectations, technological advances, and sustainability pressures. Modern consumers demand products that are not only effective but also safe, ethical, and environmentally friendly. In response, brands and formulators are rethinking ingredient selection, focusing on multifunctionality, clean labeling, and performance-driven innovation.
Cosmopack Bologna 2026 returns from March 26–28 as the leading global event for the entire beauty supply chain. From packaging to raw materials, machinery, automation, contract manufacturing and private label solutions, Cosmopack brings together the key players who shape product development in the cosmetics industry. In 2026, the show will highlight cutting-edge technologies, sustainable production … Read more
The beauty industry is witnessing a paradigm shift toward smart-aging – a holistic approach that transcends traditional anti-aging strategies by combining cutting-edge science with preventative care.
Skin longevity is becoming a major concern, going far beyond simply reducing the signs of aging. To preserve the skin’s essential functions over time, a global and synergistic approach is now required, one that supports cellular vitality.
Issue 12 – 2025 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Trends 2026:AI meets personalization Waterless: Formats and formulations to drive sustainability Winning:Packaging innovations to be discovered next year Get an e-paper subscription Issue 12 – 2025 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Trends 2026:AI meets … Read more
A wide range of creams, lotions, and exfoliants is available to meet every skin care need. These products nourish the skin, support its natural balance, and help maintain a healthy, refreshed look. Here you’ll find a curated selection of formulations and ingredient suppliers that highlight the latest trends in the industry.
Issue 11 – 2025 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Color Trends:Where brilliant color mets innovation Dynamic: Sustainable ingredients with extra benefits Delicate:Packaging for sensitive products Get an e-paper subscription Issue 11 – 2025 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Color Trends:Where brilliant color mets … Read more
More than emulsifiers, the Montanov™ range is a true texture creator, offering formulations from sprays and milks to rich creams and butters, with sensorial finishes from light to rich. Beyond their functional role, Montanov™ emulsifiers deliver proven performance through their ability to create liquid crystals that provide lamellar structure, enhancing the stability of formulations and … Read more
One of the main tasks is to act as a central contractual partner, coordinating and aligning dif- ferent process steps. This approach helps to simplify procedures, reduce reaction times, and en- sure consistent quality standards. As a result, complex workflows become more transparent, flexibility increases, and outcomes can be achieved within predictable time- frames.
Beauty trends are developing at an unprecedented speed these days. The “Dewy Blush” look has spread across TikTok, triggering a global demand for creamy blush textures within a matter of days. What started as a spontaneous beauty tip, has evolved into a phenomenon that is motivating millions of consumers to seek products that give them a natural glow. This dynamic represents a fundamental change for the beauty industry: companies must react quickly or risk being left behind.
Anti-aging is no longer just about facial skin. Beauty products designed to slow the signs of aging are increasingly targeting the entire body, making their way across cosmetic markets worldwide. Here you’ll find a range of formulas and ingredient suppliers that highlight today’s anti-aging care trends.
Issue 10 – 2025 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Anti Aging:Longevity and global ingredient Trends Attract: Innovations in fragrance and successful branding Aligned:Zero-waste packaging in cosmetics Get an e-paper subscription Issue 10 – 2025 Here is what you can look forward to in this issue: Anti Aging:Longevity and global … Read more
Cosmetics & HPC experts, come and meet LUM at SEPAWA Congress & Exhibition on October 15–17 2025 in Berlin’s Estrel Congress Center! Discover how to simplify your lab work, speed up (re-)formulation processes, and master particle characterization with our latest innovations. A lecture you should definitely hear: Dr. Arnold Uhl’s talk “X-Ray Based Determination of … Read more
Compact powerful impedance spectrometer with 12 or 24 measurement channels to evaluate tissue barriers of a corresponding number of cell cultures simultaneously with exceptional ease and speed. The non-invasive measurement effectively assesses barrier integrity and is a standard in bio-/medical laboratories. Full spectrum: measurements with 48 discrete frequencies for all cell cultures in just 100 … Read more
Powered by 20 years of research, Phycojuvenine is extracted from sustainably harvested North Atlantic brown algae, embodying the synergy of marine biotechnology and longevity science. Its new version delivers enhanced efficacy while preserving natural origin. By targeting 5 key pathways of skin longevity, it limits DNA damage, maintains epigenetic balance, and protects mitochondrial DNA, restoring … Read more
Covertrix, powered by an improved 3D Matrix Technology, redefines multifunctionality in hair care, bridging cosmetic performance and structural resilience. It strengthens, protects, and enhances hair health and beauty across all hair types.
Refillable packaging isn’t new to the cosmetics and personal care industry – it’s been steadily infiltrating it for a couple of years, but its uptake still isn’t where it needs to be. For years, beauty brands have launched elegant refillable compacts, sleek aluminium deodorants, and reusable skincare jars. The concept is familiar, but the challenge now is not awareness, but acceleration.