International beauty major L’Oréal has developed a lipstick formula that can be made with minimal or zero animal-derived ingredients and beeswax, suggesting it could be used to offer coloured and non-coloured combined lip care kits.
Containing the patented ‘Verisol’ bovine collagen peptides produced by Gelita, the new supplement was found to increase skin elasticity by 15% over a period of four weeks in a study of 69 women aged 35 -55, compared to the placebo group.
As the lines continue to blur between beauty and wellness products, Cosmetics Design-USA caught up with Neutrogena’s team of experts at CES about its innovative collaboration with UK-based wellness brand Nourished.
A sharper focus and drive on sustainable action and communication will be key for beauty this year, as well as continued work on spotlighting how important and central products were to consumer wellbeing and daily lives, says trade head.
International beauty majors L’Oréal and Johnson & Johnson have launched smart beauty innovations in lipstick, brow care and skin supplements at this year’s CES tech tradeshow.
Entrepreneur and women’s safety campaigner Joy Hoover has developed a lipstick with tech that can protect women from assault by identifying the presence of date rape drugs.
The founder of UK skin care startup SBTRCT says consumer appetite is continuing to build for solid-format beauty and personal care products – an interest it hopes to drive further with retail and NPD expansion plans.
Gulf markets offer a huge opportunity for online beauty sales due to rising demand from young consumers, claims the firm behind Nykaa, an e-commerce outfit that has enjoyed significant success in India.
Johnson & Johnson skin care brand Dr.Ci:Labo has deployed a raft of digital innovations at its latest China store as it seeks to bridge the offline and online worlds as part of a three-year strategy to build brand awareness in the country.
A fragrance label from Singapore has released a line of hand sanitisers with prebiotics to keep up with the post-pandemic premiumisation of the hand care category.
UK beauty retailer Superdrug has unveiled its budget own-brand makeup range designed to provide better accessibility for all consumers – a move that aligns well with the cost of living crisis and consumer trends, says an expert.
UK-headquartered indie brand TAKK is on a mission to carve out a new way of beauty consumption, minimising choice via genderless, simplified ranges via subscription.
NutraIngredients is on the hunt for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to join our Probiota Pioneers session and present their company in Barcelona.
UK health and beauty retail giant Boots is collaborating with the menopause brand partner GenM to help women to identify supplements that may be suitable for them.
Menopause is yet another area of women’s health that has been hugely under-resourced but there are exciting developments in the scientific world and big opportunities for innovation, especially within the spaces of gut health and sleep.
Big Brand Talks – In Conversation with Today’s Beauty Leaders
Unilever wants to continue to plug consumer needs in deodorants and antiperspirants and hopes to deliver its next big breakthrough technology by 2030, says the company’s R&D head of personal care.
Getting your skin analysed from static selfies is set to become a thing of the past as beauty tech firms move to develop new technology to analyse skin and even hair with videos taken with your smartphone.
South Korean beauty major Amorepacific has developed highly personalised bath bombs by measuring consumers’ real-time emotional responses to fragrances and colour, designing formulas with algorithms to match individual moods.
International beauty giant Shiseido has developed a heating device that improves absorption of UV protective formulas, assuring protection after the application of makeup on top.
A round-up of CosmeticsDesign-Europe’s most-read news from August 2022 shows interest in why consumers take collagen supplements, Colgate-Palmolive’s patent on an AI oral health care device, WGSN research on consumer thinking around preservatives, and...
Japanese cosmetics giant Shiseido is set to debut three new innovations in the second half of this year as a response to the recent changes in consumer behaviours.
Mio Skincare has developed its first underarm balm using a blend of natural plant-based ingredients it says tap into rising consumer needs and expectations in the deodorant space.
International beauty major L’Oréal has developed a tinted cosmetic sunscreen formulation with UVA and UVB protection suitable for dark phototypes five and six, plugging an important market gap, it says.
Colgate, Lifebuoy, Dove and Sunsilk have fiercely and consistently expanded reach over the years, edging into new categories and plugging new consumer needs to stay on top of the fast-moving consumer goods race – action other industry players can aspire...
Personal care giant Colgate-Palmolive has developed a mouth guard shaped smart device designed to measure oral health properties using a series of multispectral sensors.
Ayurvedic brands can make a mark on the global stage providing they emphasise the efficacy of traditional ingredients, the founder of Indian beauty firm Tvachamrit believes.
French beauty major L’Oréal Group believes it can replicate the carbon neutrality achievements of its North Asia division, with one executive confirming the firm has outlined a “clear roadmap” to do so.
The arrival of TikTok Shop in South East Asia could possibly accelerate the regional growth of social commerce and open the region’s beauty brands to a wider international audience.
BIG BRAND TALKS – IN CONVERSATION WITH TODAY’S BEAUTY LEADERS
Beauty must hasten sustainability action in the face of current biodiversity and climate crises, and collaboration will be a critical way forward along with focus on regenerative agriculture, says the chief sustainability officer at LVMH’s Parfums Christian...
Indie brand Clapoti has launched a line of Korean-inspired foot care products that aims to breathe life into an old-fashioned category and encourage wider uptake across Europe, its founder says.
Active beauty for the eye area, including care for lashes and brows, remains a largely untapped area with plenty of promise for growth, says Swedish brand Xlash Cosmetics.
International beauty major L'Oréal has developed a digital makeup software offering virtual cosmetics and makeup artist recommendations for highly personalised augmented reality (AR) ‘looks’ to be used across online video streaming services and image...
Active hair care and skin care startup Wild Science Lab is expanding its retail footprint into the Middle East, opting for a shop in shop model that enables consumer consultation on its preventative and targeted products.
Australian medical cannabis expert Cann Global has forayed into skin care with a natural CBD and hemp skin care brand Fuss Pot, launching in France this month.
Beauty tech is a fascinating and innovative space spurring a wealth of innovation across products, tools and services, and there’s plenty to watch in smart personalisation, self-expression and immersive platforms.
French conscious beauty brand Nailmatic has evolved far beyond its nail polish roots in the last decade, edging into temporary tattoo pens and most recently bath bombs for kids, as fun-care takes on new meaning and importance.
Royal DSM has initiated testing of its bio-based vitamin A ingredient in the cosmetics market, ahead of scaling commercial production for applications including cosmetics and human and animal healthcare.
South Korean cosmetic titans Amorepacific and LG Household & Healthcare (LG H&H) have both recently launched shampoos that can conceal grey hairs to great success, signalling a huge demand for anti-ageing hair care products.
Beauty brands are being tipped to join the non-fungible token (NFT) bandwagon to forge closer bonds with their most loyal customers, something that is becoming increasingly difficult to do today, according to a Web 3 expert.
Global beauty and personal care supplier Unilever and biotechnology developer Genomatica (Geno) have launched a €114 million ($120 mn) venture to scale alternatives to palm oil and fossil fuels and seek sustainable ingredients for personal care product...
Premium beauty platform Douglas has released its first sustainability strategy, detailing its focus on clean beauty, natural cosmetics, diversity and reaching climate neutrality by the end of 2025.
The Swiss multinational personal care company releases an online tool that calculates the percentage of natural ingredients and overall naturality of a personal care product.
US beauty manufacturer Clinique has partnered with content and software company Daz 3D to develop and release its first make-up non-fungible token (NFT) campaign.
![The lipstick formula can be made with or without colouring agents, ultimately being offered to consumers in kit-form [Getty Images]](jpg/l-oreal-files-vegan-lipstick-patent-with-coloured-and-non-coloured-formula-options-2.jpg)
![The 3D-printed, seven-layered gummies could be customized to specific skin care goals and needs [Image: Nourished/Neutrogena]](jpg/neutrogena-talks-nourished-skinstacks-supplement-launch-at-ces-2024.jpg)
![Consumers across the UK and Europe use beauty and personal care products as a means to boost self-esteem and confidence and this needs to be communicated more [Getty Images]](jpg/cosmetic-toiletry-and-perfumery-association-ctpa-talks-2023-sustainability-and-essentiality-importance-2.jpg)
![L'Oréal has unveiled two prototype smart makeup application devices - one for lipstick and another for brows - both designed to make the category more inclusive and accessible [Getty Images]](jpg/l-oreal-and-johnson-johnson-launch-smart-inclusive-beauty-devices-at-ces-tech-tradeshow-2024.jpg)
![Each stick covertly holds two test strips that can detect presence of Benzodiazepines – commonly used in date rape drugs like Rohypnol, Ativan, Xanax, and Klonopin – with just one drop of any beverage, alcoholic or not. The lipstick also features a Bluetooth connected 'safety' button to send alerts and messages [Getty Images]](jpg/lipstick-startup-esoes-launches-smart-lipstick-with-date-rape-drug-detection-and-bluetooth-safety-button-2.jpg)
![SBTRCT offers a small range of solid skin care products, including an exfoliator, makeup remover and vitamin C booster [Image: SBTRCT]](jpg/solid-skin-care-startup-sbtrct-to-launch-new-products-in-2023-and-expand-into-retail-internationally-2.jpg)
![FSN E-Commerce Ventures s aiming to launch Gulf-based omnichannel beauty business in the next 12 months [Nykaa]](jpg/firm-behind-nykaa-targets-underpenetrated-gcc-beauty-market-2.jpg)
![Scent Journer has released a line of hand sanitisers with prebiotics. [Scent Journer]](jpg/scent-journer-develops-prebiotic-hand-sanitisers-to-keep-up-with-post-covid-premiumisation-2.jpg)
![The Studio London range features 136 different products, including foundations, eyeshadows and lipglosses, designed with diversity in mind [Image: Superdrug]](jpg/superdrug-launches-studio-london-own-brand-budget-cosmetics-range-for-affordable-diverse-strategy-2.jpg)
![TAKK offers a range of simple and genderless bathroom essentials via its online subscription service, including hand soap, shower gel, toothpaste and shaving gel [Image: TAKK]](jpg/indie-beauty-brand-takk-wants-to-tackle-choice-overload-with-essentials-range-and-subscriptions-2.jpg)
![Unilever's R&D teams are looking to take existing 72-hour sweat and odour protection to new heights [Getty Images]](jpg/unilever-eyes-deodorant-breakthrough-for-2030-after-patented-72-hour-antiperspirant-rollout-2.jpg)
![Earlier this year at CEW 2022, Amorepacific unveiled its concept 'Mind-linked bathbot' technology that used neuroscience tools to design bath bombs to align with real-time consumer emotional needs [Getty Images]](jpg/amorepacific-says-neurosciences-key-to-personalised-beauty-details-mind-linked-bathbot-tech-as-example-2.jpg)
![Sephora says it is incorporating digital technology with the human touch via its first Asia ‘next-gen’ store. [Sephora]](jpg/sephora-s-next-gen-site-mixes-high-tech-tools-with-the-human-touch-2.jpg)
![Shiseido says its heating device improves absorption of UV protective formulas even if makeup is applied on top [Getty Images]](jpg/shiseido-heating-device-for-sunscreen-and-skin-to-improve-uv-protection-2.jpg)
![Mio Skincare's Pit Proof deodorant is 100% natural, made using a blend of plant oils, extracts and minerals [Image: Mio Skincare]](jpg/mio-skincare-launches-pit-proof-deodorant-to-plug-natural-beauty-consumer-demands-2.jpg)
![According to L'Oréal, tinted high-coverage sunscreens for dark skin types are limited and those on the market have sensorial drawbacks [Getty Images]](jpg/l-oreal-patents-tinted-sunscreen-for-dark-skin-phototypes-5-and-6-using-pigment-blend-2.jpg)
![Leading beauty brands are expanding into new categories, new need sets and new consumer moments - all key to maintaining global success in the wider fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market [Getty Images]](jpg/kantar-worldpanel-brand-footprint-2022-beauty-brand-success-based-on-expansion-strategies-2.jpg)
![Diagnostic data from the device can then be displayed directly via a consumer app or communicated through a virtual assistant, with recommendations on oral hygiene routines and products [Getty Images]](jpg/colgate-palmolive-patents-oral-health-smart-device-to-track-hygiene-at-home-2.jpg)
![L’Oréal Group believes it can replicate the carbon neutrality achievements of its North Asia division. [Getty Images]](jpg/l-oreal-has-set-clear-roadmap-for-north-asia-s-carbon-neutrality-achievements-to-be-replicated-svp-2.jpg)
![TikTok Shop in South East Asia could possibly accelerate the regional growth of social commerce. [Getty Images]](jpg/what-the-presence-of-tiktok-shop-in-sea-means-for-beauty-and-social-commerce-2.jpg)
![LVMH-owned Parfums Christian Dior is focusing sustainability efforts on regenerative agriculture and slashing carbon emissions, among other goals [Image: Parfums Christian Dior]](jpg/lvmh-parfums-christian-dior-beauty-as-a-legacy-2030-sustainability-plan-highlights-flowers-collaboration-2.jpg)
![Clapoti has drawn inspiration from Korea's long-standing sauna culture, aiming to inspire Western beauty consumers into regular foot care rituals [Getty Images]](jpg/foot-care-beauty-startup-clapoti-bringing-korean-sauna-culture-to-the-masses-2.jpg)
![Active skin care and cosmetic products targeting the eye area, including lashes and brows, holds plenty of innovation promise in Europe [Getty Images]](jpg/indie-beauty-brand-xlash-cosmetics-eyes-europe-expansion-and-future-eye-care-innovation-2.jpg)
![The digital makeup artist app enables users to create Augmented Reality (AR) images and filters of themselves that can be posted across online platforms or used during video streaming services like Microsoft Teams or Google Hangouts [Getty Images]](jpg/l-oreal-patents-makeup-artist-virtual-makeup-app-for-augmented-reality-images-and-video-streaming-2.jpg)
![Wild Science Lab is also firmly invested in travel sizes and sampling to help expansion efforts and new consumer uptake [Image: Travel-size Hair Care by Wild Science Lab Facebook]](jpg/active-beauty-startup-wild-science-lab-eyes-middle-east-expansion-and-ingredient-innovation-2.jpg)
![Fuss Pot has kickstarted the launch phase with its hemp-based 'ageless' range for ageing skin concerns [Image: Fuss Pot Facebook]](jpg/cbd-hemp-skin-care-brand-fuss-pot-launches-in-france-and-eyes-european-expansion-2.jpg)
![There are huge numbers of brands and manufacturers offering super-smart beauty products, tools and services as technology continues to evolve rapidly [Getty Images]](jpg/beauty-tech-2022-trends-see-tinder-style-apps-jewellery-nfts-and-printable-temporary-tattoos-2.jpg)
![Nailmatic's bath care line for kids now represented more than half of its total global turnover [Getty Images]](jpg/kids-nail-brand-nailmatic-expands-deeper-into-bath-care-for-children-2.jpg)
![The personal care market is the first sector in which DSM will start bio-based vitamin A production [Getty Images]](jpg/vitamin-a-development-by-dsm-starts-commercial-upscale-2.jpg)
![Amorepacific and LG H&H have both recently launched shampoos that can conceal grey hairs to great success. [ReEn]](jpg/amorepacific-and-lg-h-h-see-mega-demand-for-shampoos-that-conceal-grey-hairs-and-prevent-hair-loss-2.jpg)
![Beauty brands are being tipped to join the non-fungible token (NFT) bandwagon to forge closer bonds with their most loyal customers. [Getty Images]](jpg/beauty-nfts-brands-can-use-nfts-to-reinforce-connection-with-super-fans-2.jpg)
![[Lush Cosmetics]](jpg/beauty-broadcast-lush-cosmetics-says-waterless-beauty-trend-bound-to-become-mainstream-2.jpg)
![Chinese study highlights mental health challenges in atopic dermatitis, emphasising holistic patient care. [Getty Images]](jpg/chinese-research-linking-atopic-dermatitis-to-mental-health-underscores-need-for-holistic-care-2.jpg)
