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Science, nature and creativity: where is fragrance innovation heading? - Premium Beauty News
On November 27 in Paris, the 2024 edition of the Fragrance Innovation Summit will once again be an opportunity to explore the major trends and the latest innovations in the perfume category: new markets, skinification, new extraction methods, green transformation, plant microencapsulation solutions, upcycled alcohol, artificial intelligence and neurosciences, new experiences, etc. This comprehensive program brings together experts and industry representatives for a day of debates on several...
Pantodium Cica, the bio alternative to D-Panthenol - Premium Beauty News
Give your skin its own daily superpower with Pantodium Cica! This biotechnological innovation enables your microbiome to naturally produce vitamin B5, offering soothing, healing, and moisturizing benefits. Derived from a fermented algae extract, Pantodium Cica is a natural and organic alternative to synthetic D-Panthenol. Vitamin B5, the hero molecule. From inflammation to skin aging, vitamin B5 provides numerous benefits: hydration, healing, protection, and soothing. It is truly a hero...
BASF and Acies Bio to create fermented ingredients for personal and home care - Premium Beauty News
BASF and Acies Bio, one of Europe’s leading biotechnology companies, have entered into a partnership to further develop a platform for fermentation technology from methanol for the production of fatty alcohols. Fatty alcohols are essential building blocks for several ingredients in the home and personal care markets, in particular surfactants. Recycled CO2 The partnership will build upon the Acies Bio’s OneCarbonBio synthetic biology platform, designed to convert renewable methanol,...
Unipex Solutions becomes Barentz France SAS - Premium Beauty News
A subsidiary of the Barentz B.V. group, a global supplier of specialty ingredient solutions, Unipex Solutions France is changing name to Barentz France SAS. This evolution marks the complete integration of Unipex within Barentz, which is strengthening its presence in France. The change is effective from November 12, 2024. Barentz France SAS will now operate from several key locations to optimize its services and proximity to customers. The new entity will be headquartered in La Défense,...
Yves Rocher expands out of its own retail to land at Shoppers Drug Mart stores - Premium Beauty News
In Canada, Yves Rocher expands out of its own retail to land at Shoppers Drug Mart stores (named Pharmaprix in Quebec) and their respective e-commerce sites. Participating locations will carry a curated assortment of the brand’s offerings including skin, bath, body and hair care products. This partnership, more than two years in the making, marks a true milestone for Yves Rocher, as it will be the first time the brand offers products outside of its own distribution channels.
VividEYE: Mibelle’s latest weapon against dark circles and undereye bags - Premium Beauty News
To address various eye contour concerns, Mibelle Biochemistry has developpe VividEYE, a new active ingredient based organic apple mint leaves. Tested in vitro and in vivo it has shown its effectiveness to increase the luminance of the eye area and reduce the volume of undereye bags. Mibelle’s latest innovation promises to alleviate aesthetic concerns in the eye contour! Named VividEYE, it is derived from on organic apple mint leaves. “Dark circles and undereye bags affect both physical...
Stoelzle creates the bottles for the first Maybach Haute Parfumerie collection - Premium Beauty News
After collaborating with Stoelzle Masnières Parfumerie for the Mercedes-Benz Parfums and AMG brands — whose fragrances were unveiled a year ago, at the end of 2023 — INCC Parfums has once again placed its trust in the French glassworks of the Austrian Stoelzle group to create the very first Mercedes-Maybach fragrance collection. Each of the six fragrances was created under the guidance of world-renowned master perfumer Anne Flipo (IFF) to reflect the luxury automotive brand’s ideal of...
Expanscience: a holistic approach to well-being as an innovation driver - Premium Beauty News
The quest for well-being is more than just a long story for Laboratoires Expanscience, it is the core of the group’s identity and the driving force behind its research and innovation momentum. In 2021, Expanscience became a Benefit Corporation with a mission to help people in their quest for well-being. This approach will culminate in the launch in 2023 of Epionine Bio, a holistic cosmetic active for the skin and mind. For Expanscience, beauty and well-being must be considered...
Towards 3D-printed skins ever closer to human models - Premium Beauty News
For over 40 years, L’Oréal Research & Innovation has been expanding its knowledge and know-how in reconstructed skin. In collaboration with a 3D printing expert, the laboratory has just signed a major advance in this field, paving the way for experiments on bioprinted artificial skins highly similar to human skin biology. Bioprinted skin ever closer to human skin After six years of research in collaboration with Professor Dalton’s teams, of the University of Oregon, L’Oréal R&I...
XTAG by Lumson: The airless refill that rewrites the rules of luxury - Premium Beauty News
Lumson, a leader in premium airless solutions with pouch technology, is setting new standards in the airless packaging world with the launch of XTAG: a 15 and 30mL glass bottle featuring an airless refill system. This product represents a new approach to consumption that respects the planet, people, and processes. In one word: positive luxury! Aesthetic innovation, safety, and sustainability are the key elements of this premium solution, which combines the advantages of a refill system...
Alex Lee and Alexandra Carlin join IFF’s team of perfumers - Premium Beauty News
IFF has announced the appointment of two new perfumers to its Paris-based team: Alexandra Carlin as Senior Fine Fragrance Perfumer and Alex Lee as Fine Fragrance Perfumer. The fragrance house said these strategic additions will help to enhance its creative prowess in the world of perfumery.
Beautyworld Middle East breaks record number of visitors in biggest show yet - Premium Beauty News
Held from 28 to 30 October at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Beautyworld Middle East 2024 once again proved to be an unavoidable hub for the beauty industry in the region, one of the most lucrative beauty and wellness markets in the world. This year, the show grew in all its dimensions: bigger show floor, higher number of exhibitors, higher number of visitors and higher international participation. In addition to its usual landmarks, the show also inaugurated a series of new features....
Business Development Manager (AE655139) - Premium Beauty News
Arthur Edward Salary: £40-50,000 Do you love spotting new opportunities and turning them into success stories? Are you great at bringing people together and inspiring ideas to life? A well-established business in the cosmetics industry is looking for a B2B Business Development professional to expand their customer base, increase sales and maximise profitability. Key Responsibilities: Drive business growth, identifying new opportunities and fostering strong industry relationships...
Aptar Beauty receives supplier award from Avon - Premium Beauty News
Avon International presented Aptar Beauty with the ‘Partner Beyond Limits’ award within the “Commitment for Life” category for their work regarding the repacking of Avon’s Anew Clinical serum with the Micro Eco airless packaging. Avon recognized Aptar Beauty’s outstanding achievement in transforming an existing packaging solution that did not meet their sustainable goals. In a collaborative effort, its Micro airless packaging was redesigned for reduced environmental impact and lower carbon...
Givaudan Active Beauty and Lucas Meyer Cosmetics win gold at in-cosmetics Asia - Premium Beauty News
The winners of the in-cosmetics Asia 2024 Innovation Zone Best Ingredient Awards were announced today at the official ceremony in Bangkok, Thailand, following a record 100 ingredients being entered into the Innovation Zone this year. The in-cosmetics Asia awards recognise the best ingredients launched within eight months of the show, selected by a panel of international experts from L’Oréal, Procter & Gamble, Amorepacific, Godrej Consumer Products, and more. Active Ingredient category...
Fasten wins Gold Pentaward for their latest sustainable packaging concept - Premium Beauty News
The packaging solutions provider has won a Gold Pentaward for its recently launched packaging concept, ONE, which aims to integrate design and sustainability. Designed in order to seamlessly fusion sustainability and innovation, Fasten’s ONE packaging concept eliminates the need for separate parts, like caps, and reduces material waste by utilizing a single mono-material—polypropylene (PP)—that ensures easy recycling. The option to use post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials further...
Startup: Vapsula, the beauty supplements that come in biodegradable capsules - Premium Beauty News
The Vapsula food supplements come in biodegradable capsules compatible with Nespresso coffee machines, inventing a new gesture for this product category. Traditionally ingested as pills, gummies, or mixing drinks, food supplements are not always consumed as a treatment strictly complied with – or they appear to be a chore. To deal with this issue, Corrina Reiners, the founder and Director of the brand Vapsula, resolved to create a new routine as part of a decidedly active lifestyle. A...
Le Rouge Français, Kayali and Bohoboco awarded at Beautyworld Middle East 2024 - Premium Beauty News
The fourth edition of the Beautyworld Middle East Awards took place on the evening of 29 October as part of Beautyworld Middle East 2024, the region’s largest international beauty, hair, fragrance and wellbeing trade fair, which was held from 28 - 30 October. Shortlisted nominees were selected in 17 categories from over 600 nominations and deliberated over by an expert panel of judges from across the industry prior to the awards ceremony at Conrad Dubai. The hotly contested Conscious...
Meiyume to showcase trend-led beauty innovations at Cosmopack Asia - Premium Beauty News
At Cosmopack Asia 2024, Meiyume will highlight its commitment to sustainable beauty through cutting-edge innovations for beauty and personal care products. Leveraging its Beauty Intelligence Platform (BIP), Meiyume has developed a series of packaging and formulation innovations inspired from data-driven insights. The B2B beauty manufacturer is making its debut at Cosmopack Asia 2024 at AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE), Hong Kong. From November 12-14, Meiyume will showcase innovative,...
Pickmulse, a skin-friendly quinoa-based emulsifier by Lucas Meyer Cosmetics - Premium Beauty News
Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant has developed a new surfactant-free oil-in-water emulsifier. Derived from a patented technology based on quinoa starch, the new ingredient enhances the sensory attributes of formulas, with a proven effect to create positive emotions. Based on Lucas Meyer Cosmetics’ patented quinoa starch technology, Pickmulse is a surfactant-free emulsifier that offers a powdery-soft touch and allows the development of pearly white formulas with high-skin tolerance....
Fragrance 4.0: from the field to artificial neural networks - Premium Beauty News
On November 27 in Paris, the 2024 edition of the Fragrance Innovation Summit will once again be an opportunity to explore the major trends and the latest innovations in the perfume category. This comprehensive program brings together experts and industry representatives for a day of debates on several issues: 1. Fragrances around the World The various speakers will offer an overview of the latest innovations on the global market, an overview of sales and major trends, as well as focuses...
Robertet expands its extraction capabilities with the acquisition of Phasex - Premium Beauty News
The supplier of natural raw materials for fragrances and flavors, has inked an agreement to acquire Phasex, a pioneer in supercritical CO2 extraction based in North Andover, Massachusetts, United States. Founded in 1981, Phasex focuses mainly on three market segments: natural products, biopharmaceuticals and polymers. Supercritical CO2 extraction makes it possible to extract aromatic or functional components from a solid biomass or liquid raw material by using supercritical carbon...
UN summit votes fund to share benefits of nature’s sequenced genetic data - Premium Beauty News
The 196 countries participating in COP16 on biodiversity agreed on Saturday October 2, in Cali, Colombia, on the creation of a fund to share the profits of digitally sequenced genetic data taken from animals and plants with the communities they come from. However, the outlines of the new organization, which will be fund by the pharmacy and cosmetics industries are still unclear. The creation of the
Higher Perspectives: A new era for skincare and wellness in the U.S. - Premium Beauty News
Driven by a broader wellness movement and a growing demand for individuality, the skincare market is undergoing a profound transformation, particularly in the U.S. This summer, Circana reported S1 2024 sales in Prestige increased by +7%, outpacing the growth of Mass. In their latest inspiration report titled Higher Perspectives – The Future of Skincare & Wellness, forecasting and innovation agency Cosmetics Inspiration & Creation explores the key market shifts in the skincare...
CeraVe makes first foray into haircare with antidandruff and hydrating ranges - Premium Beauty News
CeraVe has entered the haircare category with two new ranges of shampoos and conditioners aimed at fighting dandruff and keeping the scalp hydrated. Featuring three products (Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo; Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Conditioner; 2 in 1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo & Conditioner), the CeraVe Anti-Dandruff range features three essential ceramides, identical to those found in the scalp, and hydrating hyaluronic acid. “The products target the root cause of dandruff – ceramide...
With two new shareholders, Coverpla aims 40 million euros in sales by 2030 - Premium Beauty News
A new pool of shareholders has taken a majority stake in Coverpla. The French company specializing in turnkey packaging for perfumes said this operation would give it additional resources to implement its new five-year strategic plan and ensure a gradual managerial transition. In its sector, Coverpla has become a key and essential player! Many young and independent perfume and beauty brands in the premium and niche segments entrust the Nice-headquartered company when it comes about glass...
Unilever: stable sales, growing volumes, and moderated inflation in Q3 - Premium Beauty News
British personal care, cosmetics and food giant Unilever reported flat third-quarter sales year-on-year on Thursday, October 24, despite rising volumes, as price increases continued to slow during the period. “We have delivered a fourth consecutive quarter of positive, improved volume growth,” said Unilever CEO, Hein Schumacher. While underlying sales grew 4.5%, “price growth continued to moderate in line with our expectations,” he added. Unilever markets a large array of consumer...
Kokuma: Next generation skin tone perfectors from biotech breakthroughs - Premium Beauty News
At the Cosmetic 360 trade show in Paris, the Belgium-headquartered start-up presented two new active ingredients dedicated to skin tone. The innovation modulates skin pigmentation without sun exposure. The biotech ingredients were isolated from botanicals using artificial intelligence. After two years of intensive research and development, Kokuma is launching its first two cosmetic active ingredients. Officially launched at the Cosmetic 360 trade show on October 16 and 17 in Paris, the...
Superga Beauty and Cosmogen launch new perfume application options - Premium Beauty News
To meet new expectations regarding fragrances, Superga Beauty, Cosmogen and GBC have combined their expertise to offer new formulation and application options. The perfume market has taken off since the pandemic, both in terms of volume and value (+21% in 2021, +15% in 2022). This surge came together with a change in consumption patterns, in particular amongst the younger generations. Gen Z considers perfume as a factor of well-being, self-confidence and a personality statement. These new...
in-cosmetics Asia Innovation Zone Best Ingredient Awards shortlist announced - Premium Beauty News
The shortlist for the 2024 in-cosmetics Asia Awards has been revealed following a record number of entries this year. Winners will be announced at the official in-cosmetics Asia Awards Ceremony on Tuesday 5 November in Bangkok, Thailand. This year, 20 entries have been shortlisted from a total of 100, marking the highest number of submissions to date, according to the organizers. Last year’s event featured 85 ingredients in the Innovation Zone, but the 2024 zone has seen a significant...
Opal Cosmetics Group’s sustainability journey to shape the future - Premium Beauty News
Today’s consumers are more conscious than ever about their purchasing decisions, especially regarding sustainability. With 73% of global consumers expressing a willingness to change brands for eco-friendly options, the beauty industry finds itself at a pivotal crossroads. Brands that prioritise sustainability not only appeal to consumers’ values but also pave the way for a brighter future in beauty. Opal Cosmetics Group, one of the global leaders in ODM and contract manufacturing of personal...
Superdrug open their next ‘more sustainable store’ in Bedford Interchange - Premium Beauty News
Superdrug opened the doors to a brand-new 6,000sq foot retail space in Bedford Interchange today, Friday 18th October. The new opening is an evolution of the ‘more sustainable store’ concept introduced with Superdrug’s Peterborough store which opened in 2021. Through the ‘More Sustainable Store Project’, Superdrug aims to build, maintain and operate stores with reduced environmental impacts. Superdrug is also committed to running stores with maximum energy efficiency using renewable energy...
An invisible varnish for better protected fragrances and cleaner formulations - Premium Beauty News
Nexdot, a company specialising in applications resulting from research on Quantum Dots, is introducing a new varnish applied on glass bottles for protecting fragrances from UV rays. This innovation makes it possible to reduce the use of additives in the formulations, without risking deterioration of their qualities. It is marketed by Stoelzle Parfumerie & Cosmétique under the name Lumi Coat. Molecules used by perfumers and cosmetics manufacturers, particularly those of natural origin,...
With the support of Kering Beauté, Matière Première opens up to new horizons - Premium Beauty News
Since its inception in 2019, Matière Première has made a name for itself in niche perfumery. Founded by Perfumer Aurélien Guichard, and his two partners Cédric Meiffret and Caius von Knorring, the brand stands out for its clear statement, exceptional ingredients, and creations with an intense trail. After its initial fundraising in 2020, Matière Première announced in June that Kering Beauté had become a minority investor in its capital. Thanks to this collaboration, the brand will be able to...
London Packaging Week tops 5,000 visitors for the first time in its history - Premium Beauty News
London Packaging Week, which was held on 11th and 12th of September 2024 at the ExCeL London International Exhibition and Convention Centre, attracted a record-breaking number of visitors with more than 5,000 passing through the event’s doors over two days. This marks a new milestone in the event’s 12-year history, said Easyfairs UK, the company behind the fair. Originally launched over a decade ago as Packaging Innovations & Luxury Packaging London, the event has evolved into a dynamic...