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Croda Beauty Launches DS-HydroCeramide50 and 50S to Enhance Skin Benefits from Rinse-off Formulas
The bio-fermentation-derived skin-identical ceramide NP ingredients use water-dispersible solid lipid particle technology. Clinical studies demonstrate a +13.4% moisture increase and +93.7% enhanced skin penetration with the active, compared to controls.
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Does Your Product Belong Among the
C&T Allē Award
Elites? Enter the 2026 Program to Find Out
Event Coverage
Rising to the Occasion: What it Means to Win a
C&T Allē Award
— Earn Your Standing Ovation in 2026
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The Science Behind Natural Shine: MultiMoist CLR™ in Hair Care
From
skinification
to glass hair, today’s hair care trends demand both natural origin and high performance. MultiMoist CLR™ delivers measurable protection, shine, and resilience—proving that nature and science can go hand in hand.
Balancing/Soothing
From Sunburn to Skin Peels: How Deinde's DHK-Powered Recovery Gel is Changing the Game
The biotech DHK is an antioxidant occurs naturally in prickly pear cactus, "which thrives in extremely harsh environments," per the company.
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Deinde Advances Biotech Portfolio with Novel DHK Ingredient in Recovery Gel
Deinde introduces biotech-derived dihydrokaempferol (DHK), the brand's second novel biotech ingredient following its patented naringenin launch. The prickly pear cactus-derived active is featured in the brand's new Instant-Calming Recovery Gel.
Balancing/Soothing
Expert Opinions on Compromised and Sensitive Skin Care: Barrier Resilience, Dermocosmetics, Biomimetic, Multifunctional and More
Sensitive skin care is now mainstream, driving a market projected to exceed $68B by 2029. Here, we explore how biomimetic, barrier-boosting ingredients are reshaping the category with insights from Core Biogenesis, Lucas Meyer Cosmetics and Nagase Viita.
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How Cosmetics Impact Mental Well-Being: The Neurocosmetic Frontier — Plus Free Webcast
As science continues to uncover beauty-brain connections, product developers are leveraging these connections for aesthetic and health benefits. A free webcast, sponsored by Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant, explains. Register now to watch; it's free.
Event Coverage
Beyond the Hype:
C&T Allēs
Honor Beauty Innovation Through Scientific Rigor
We've established comprehensive scientific evaluation criteria for the 2026
C&T Allē Awards
, ensuring innovations are assessed through evidence-based methodology that honors the technical rigor driving beauty industry breakthroughs.
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Biobased Ingredients Usher in the Era of High-performance Clean Beauty
Bio-based solutions meet consumer demand for safe, effective and eco-friendly products and offer a path forward for conventional clean brands in a dermocosmetic-dominated era.
Balancing/Soothing
Cosciens Biopharma Powers Skin Health Through Oat-derived Avenanthramides
In topical applications, they have been found to soothe irritated skin, reduce redness and support long-term skin health.
Event Coverage
'The Cosmetic Victories' Highlights Beauty Innovation Finalists and Winners, Celebrates 10 Years
Marking 10 years, The Cosmetic Victories this year spotlighted projects in AI, natural ingredients and skin science, showcasing innovation shaping the future of responsible cosmetics. Winners were announced in May 2025 — read on to see who made the cut.
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Innovations in Sustainable Beauty: Exploring Eco-friendly Ingredients and Solutions
Discover the latest in sustainable beauty, including biodegradable ingredients, bio-based alternatives and eco-friendly solutions for skin care, hair care and cosmetics. Explore how brands are leading the way in clean, conscious formulations.
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Silab’s Neolipyl Rebalances Lipid Structure in Dry Skin, Calms Retinol Sensitization
The ingredient was developed to help restore the lipid matrix of dry skin and, when used in combination with retinol, mitigate irritation.
