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Is Pterostilbene the New Resveratrol?
Pterostilbene, a stable and bioavailable alternative to resveratrol, is redefining anti-aging skin care. A 28-day trial revealed its ability to boost elasticity, reduce wrinkles and enhance collagen, positioning it to become the next skin care superstar.
Color Cosmetics
Makeup Setting Product Spotlight: Revolution Loose Baking Powder
Actives
Brightening Product Spotlight: Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner
Latest
Formulating Basics
Faculty Spotlight: K.P. Ananth
K.P. Ananth is professor and director of Cosmetic Science Programs at the Univ. of Cincinnati. Here he shares his path to cosmetic science, emerging trends and highlights of how the UC Online Cosmetic Science Programs prepare graduates for careers.
Nutricosmetics
Q&A with Uroš Gotar, Chief Innovation Officer at TOSLA Nutricosmetics
"We’ve invested in a series of placebo-controlled, peer-reviewed clinical trials over the past three years, testing combinations of hydrolyzed collagen, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, MSM, ... involving nearly 300 participants..."
Cleansing
Double Cleansing Product Spotlight: Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm
The global market for facial cleansing balms is projected to increase at a CAGR of 11.5% from 2025-2032, driven by the focus on skin health and trends such as double cleansing. Banila Co.'s Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm provides this week's example.
Sponsored
Get an Instant Face Lift for a Refined V-Shape
Sirtalice™ offers an instant lift and V-shape facial contour in only 30 min. Its long-lasting effects provide firmer, more luminous skin. Inspired by deep sea microorganisms, it gives an on-the-go, freezing blast to awaken skin and emit its true beauty.
Actives
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.
Actives
Ichimaru Pharcos Unveils Bakuchiol Pure Plus Plant-Based Retinol Alternative
With > 99% bakuchiol content, this innovative material offers retinol-like performance while being suitable for sensitive skin.
People
Inolex Taps Miao Wang to Lead Sustainable, Next-Gen R&D
Inolex names Miao Wang as vice president of research, development and commercialization, tasking her with advancing green chemistry and sustainable ingredient innovations for beauty and personal care worldwide.
Natural/Sustainable
Active Concepts Launches AC Curezyme, Ushering in the Post-Quat Era for Hair Care
The ingredient is based on an active that mimics an enzyme naturally found in skin and hair follicles to create essential peptide bonds. This is paired with a plant-based alternative to keratin, creating an optimized enzyme-to-protein ratio.
Actives
DSM-Firmenich Debuts Bond Aid with OXY 229 CB for Advanced Hair Repair
The biotech-derived hair care ingredient is designed to strengthen hair, boost scalp vitality and support sustainable beauty solutions. Its next-generation peptide complex is said to offer a science-backed approach to restoring hair integrity and health.
Actives
Brands Are Turning Up the Heat on Hair Protection: Prevention Over Repair
Defensive care focused on UV, pollution, chemical, heat and mechanical damage is escalating amid a hair wellness boom.
Actives
Formulating Forum: Antioxidant Strategies for Balancing Acne-prone Skin
Vitamins C, E and niacinamide combat oxidative stress and inflammation in acne, improving scars, redness and sebum control. Other skin repair compounds from plants also continue to emerge. Formulating strategies for these materials are described here.
