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Formulating Forum: Exploring Natural Rheology Modifiers for Sustainable Cosmetic Systems
This article evaluates four rheology modifiers for their structural features, performance and sensory characteristics as green alternatives to traditional ingredients.
Featured
Actives
Debut, Natura Partner to Launch AI-Discovered Skin Longevity Ingredient for Latin America
The AI-discovered complex will feature Natura’s bioactive Amazonian botanicals to deliver performance in longevity.
Sponsored
Senolytic evolution: clear – fill – revive
SenoCellTec™ is an advanced senolytic innovation designed to rejuvenate the skin by addressing fundamental biological causes of aging.
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June 2026
Top Headlines
Event Coverage
2026 Allēs Showcase Sustainable Innovation, Personalized Solutions and More - Judges' Comments
Sponsored
Skin vs. Climate Chaos: Building Resilience in Real Time
Event Coverage
Which Base Cosmetic Ingredients Will Rise to the Top in the 2026
C&T Allēs
?
Skin Care
Behind the Beam: How Cosmetic Formulas Enhance Laser Prejuvenation Treatments
Latest
Literature/Data
C&T
's Greatest Hits of 2025: What Content You Loved and Why
This report counts down the ten most-read articles and reports from
C&T
over the past year (2025). As we explore the content that resonated with readers, we also offer insights about why it may have drawn interest — see if you agree.
Sponsored
Senolytic evolution: clear – fill – revive
SenoCellTec™ is an advanced senolytic innovation designed to rejuvenate the skin by addressing fundamental biological causes of aging.
Sensory
Exploring the Impact of Climate on Formulations
Ever wondered why skincare can feel different in one place compared to another? It's all about the weather, specifically temperature and humidity. Here, Gattefossé explores the climate variation and sensory perception of cosmetic emulsions.
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.
Actives
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.
Event Coverage
Rising to the Occasion: What it Means to Win a
C&T Allē Award
— Earn Your Standing Ovation in 2026
"We are profoundly grateful to the
C&T
team for acknowledging our efforts, which motivates us to persist in pushing boundaries and revolutionizing the cosmetics industry."
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.
Actives
3 Disruptive Concepts in 'Double Duty' Beauty
Beauty innovators have been rethinking dual-sided products in novel ways, enabled by creative packaging and formulating. Here, we highlight three examples.
Formulating Basics
Berg+Schmidt Charts a Course for Formulators with Texture & Sensory Compass
The digital tool categorizes formulation types, from milk to cream and butter, while linking them to corresponding sensory profiles.
Event Coverage
Supplier Innovations Wanted: Enter the 2026
C&T Allēs
to Showcase Your Beauty Breakthroughs
Calling all beauty and personal care suppliers! Enter the 2026
C&T Allē Awards
to spotlight your latest innovation. From actives to prototypes, test methods to ingredient blends — show the industry how you're shaping the future. Submissions now open!
Companies
Innovating Beauty Amid Global Trade Uncertainties
The key to resilience lies in understanding and responding to the impacts of tariffs on costs, demand and competitive positioning. Learn more here.
Sun Care
Mastering Zinc Oxide Formulation: A Primer on Overcoming Challenges for Superior Sun Protection
This primer outlines tips and tricks to help product developers master formulating with ZnO. Topics range from the impact of formula formats, importance of processing and influence of particle choice, to pH optimization and stability.
