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An increasingly informed consumer base, growing awareness of year-round SPF use, and ongoing innovation from brands and suppliers in the industry are driving category growth.

365 Days of SPF: Sun Care Shines Year-Round

Growing consumer awareness opens up opportunities beyond traditional seasonal and format conventions.

Cheek-plumping blushes are just one concept ushering in an era of skin-first color cosmetics.

Beyond Hybrids: the New Era of Skin-Care-First Makeup

'DHK instantly calms skin and supports the skin barrier, and continually improves skin’s resilience to external aggressors,' says Deinde CEO Joshua Britton.

Beauty’s New Class of Anti-Aging Ingredient Tech

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The Lowdown on Australia's Sunscreen Crisis — And How The U.S. Avoided a Similar One

This report examines the current status of the sunscreen labeling crisis in Australia, including what went wrong and ways to move forward — plus how the U.S. avoided a similar crisis. It also considers whether the industry has reached its SPF limit.

Arbelle introduces a framework for profitable beauty personalization

Arbelle introduces a framework for profitable beauty personalization

Leading brands are already cashing in on personalization. Discover Arbelle’s step-by-step framework showing how beauty AI delivers loyalty, higher conversions, and data insights that fuel profitable brand growth.

For the first time in more than two decades, a new, innovative UV filter is on the brink of FDA approval in the United States, and it’s set to transform everything we know about sun protection.

A Sunscreen Revolution Is Coming to the US

For the first time in more than two decades, a new, innovative UV filter is on the brink of FDA approval in the United States.

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Elementis to Highlight Sustainable Film Former, Natural Rheology Modifier and K-beauty Concepts at In-Cosmetics Asia 2025

Ingredients showcased will range from a biodegradable film-former for sunscreens and natural oil phase rheology modifiers, to K-beauty inspired product concepts.

Symrise Product Motif Neo Heliopan Fusion

Symrise Introduces Neo Heliopan Fusion, a 4-in-1 UV Filter Blend for SPF 50+ Formulas

The innovation combines three crystalline UV filters solubilized in one liquid UV filter, designed to simplify the formulation process for high SPF, broad-spectrum sun protection in cosmetic products.

Ex vivo studies on hair subjected to summer-like stressors—such as sun exposure, salt water and repeated brushing—demonstrated the remarkable effects of Soline Bio.

Problem-solving Beauty Ingredients

From dandruff-causing yeast to clean beauty preservation to summer hair stressors, new ingredients resolve challenges for consumers and formulators.

In a world where beauty is no longer just skin deep, dsm-firmenich Beauty & Care is leading a transformative movement—one that unites science, sustainability, and emotional connection to shape the future of the industry.

dsm-firmenich: Elevating Beauty through Purpose and Scientific Impact

Shaping the future of beauty with science, sustainability and well-being.

Sunscreen Doping & Unapproved Formats: SPF’s Top Regulatory Challenges

From undisclosed UV filters to novel formats that might impact SPF efficacy, some sun care brands are pushing the envelope.

SilvaLuma disperses in both oil and water phases, functions at 1-5% use levels, and can act as a stabilizer or co-emulsifier, making it highly versatile across formats.

Seprify's SilvaLuma Delivers a Green UV Boost

“With SilvaLuma, we’re proving that formulators no longer have to choose between performance and principles."

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Does Your Product Belong Among the C&T Allē Award Elites? Enter the 2026 Program to Find Out

The C&T Allē Awards have a long history of recognizing excellence across the cosmetic landscape. Does your innovation have what it takes to join them? Enter now to find out.

Solésence's New CEO Details Mission to Revolutionize Skin Health

In early 2025, the company rebranded from Nanophase Technologies to reflect its focus on the Solésence Beauty Science platform.