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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.
Actives
Biobased Ingredients Usher in the Era of High-performance Clean Beauty
Moisturizing
Skin Radiance Product Spotlight: E.l.f. Thirst Burst Drops
Latest
Event Coverage
How IFSCC 2025 Will Make Waves in Cannes — and in Beauty: Interview with Christine Lafforgue, Ph.D., Congress President
The 35th IFSCC Congress, to be held Sept. 15-18, 2025 in Cannes, France, will keep beauty innovators at the forefront of scientific progress in longevity, neuroscience, emotions and more. Here, Christine Lafforgue, Ph.D., congress president, explains.
Natural/Sustainable
Vantage Highlights Nature-powered Innovations for Skin, Hair and Sun
Vantage Personal Care recently launched four sustainably sourced actives — from rainforest oils to ancient botanicals — offering advanced hydration, wrinkle defense and SPF enhancement across beauty formulations.
Sponsored
Optimizing Texture and Stability with JD Jojoba Esters - Get a Free Sample
Refine skin feel, structure and hydration with JD Jojoba Esters. Access the technical sheet and request a free sample to explore the full formulation potential.
Event Coverage
More Time to Shine: Submission Deadlines Extended for the 2026
C&T Allē Awards
The 2026
C&T Allē Awards
just gave innovators more time to shine. Early Bird entries are now due Sept. 15, with final submissions accepted through Oct. 15. Don’t miss your chance to be spotlighted for excellence in beauty innovation.
Formulating Aids
Seqens Debuts AdvensProtect OE Green 100% Biobased Multifunctional
The ingredient combines humectant, emollient, deodorizing and preservative-boosting properties.
Literature/Data
Top Derms Agree: These Skin Care Ingredients Work Best
In a Northwestern Medicine study, a host of nationwide experts identified the best topical skin care ingredients for given skin conditions. The review focused on recommendations by cosmetic dermatologists and narrowed a list of 318 to just 23.
Moisturizing
Quat-free Cationic Emulsifier-based Lotions for Skin Moisturization
Quaternary ammonium compounds have raised eco and health concerns, driving demand for alternatives. Here the clinical efficacy of cationic emulsifier-based quat-free solutions to provide lasting moisture was compared with that of a quat-based benchmark.
Actives
BioMara Unveils Revyntra — A Regeneratively Farmed Fucoidan for Sustainable Skin and Hair Care
Presented for skin and hair care, Revyntra offers hydration, antioxidant and protective benefits, uniting efficacy and sustainability in one marine active.
Color Cosmetics
Lip/Face Oil Product Spotlight: Essence Hydra Kiss Lip Oil
Tinted lip oils are expected to dominate the face and lip oil segment, as they cater to consumer demand for multifunctional products by offering high shine, nourishment and a hint of color. The Essence Hydra Kiss Lip Oil offers a good example.
Actives
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.
Event Coverage
Formulated for Fame? Beauty Marketers and Manufacturers: Submit to the 2026
C&T Allēs
Beauty marketers and manufacturers: Submit your finished formulas to the 2026
C&T Allē Awards
! Indie, mass and prestige products for anti-aging, skin care, wellness, hair care, sun protection, etc., will gain formulating fame for their innovative design.