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Six newcomers to watch at Luxe Pack Monaco
Several first-time exhibitors at Luxe Pack Monaco 2026 will showcase the latest developments in luxury packaging.
5 hours ago


Perfumery: Ethanol in the Dock
A cornerstone ingredient in the vast majority of fragrance formulations, ethyl alcohol now sits at the heart of the industry's most pressing environmental and public health challenges. As the prospect of CMR classification looms and its ecological footprint comes under increasing scrutiny, the sugar beet sector is stepping up its decarbonisation efforts while new sustainable sourcing routes emerge together with the exploration of alternative solvents.
5 hours ago


Natural Cosmetics Industry Forum puts the spotlight on science and performance
Organised by Natrue, the inaugural Natural Cosmetics Industry Forum brought together nearly 70 experts from the scientific community, industry, brands and regulatory authorities in Berlin on 20 May.
7 hours ago


NATRUE and COSMOS defend certification schemes under new EU rules
The two organisations behind two of the leading certification standards for natural and organic cosmetics, have issued a joint position statement ahead of the implementation of EU Directive 2024/825, which will apply from September 2026.
7 hours ago


All4Pack Paris postponed to 2027 and relocated to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Originally scheduled for November 2026, All4Pack Paris has been postponed to late June 2027 and will now take place at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.
7 hours ago


Ludient Bets on Skin Data
The Korean clinical skincare brand, developed by lululab, a spin-off from Samsung Electronics' C-Lab, has entered the US market with an approach based on the analysis of more than five million skin profiles.
8 hours ago


Sumeo aims to create a new bodycare ritual
The New York-based bodycare brand has launched Bubble Care, a concept designed to transform the shower into an immersive experience through a system that generates thousands of floating bubbles infused with a Bubble Serum formulated with an amino acid complex and provitamin B5.
2 days ago


Fractional laser shown to modify epigenetic markers of skin ageing
A study published in Scientific Reports (Nature Portfolio) has shown that a 1,940 nm non-ablative fractional laser (Nordlys®, Candela) induces sustained changes in DNA methylation, an epigenetic marker associated with skin ageing.
3 days ago


Science-led brands gain visibility in AI search engines
According to the Beauty AI Visibility Index 2026, published by US communications agency 5W, skincare brands with a dermatologist-led or science-based positioning are gaining prominence in recommendations generated by leading AI search engines, including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews.
3 days ago


Allergens: 31 July Deadline Approaches
From 31 July 2026, cosmetic manufacturers will no longer be allowed to place on the European market products that do not comply with the new allergen labelling requirements.
3 days ago


Clarins structures its longevity research
The French skincare company is strengthening its scientific strategy with the creation of the Dr Olivier Courtin Clarins Longevity Research Center, dedicated to the biology of skin longevity.
7 days ago


COSMETIC 360 trade show will take place on October 14–15, 2026
The global innovation trade show for the fragrance & cosmetics industry will once again bring together key players at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris.
7 days ago


Substance of Light hijacks condom codes
French skincare brand Substance of Light has launched a street marketing campaign to raise awareness of daily sun protection by borrowing the visual codes of condom packaging.
Jul 1


Layering emerges as a new formulation challenge
The 26th Cosmed Scientific Congress, to be held on 29 September 2026 in Montpellier, will focus on the impact of increasingly complex skincare routines on cosmetic formulation.
Jul 1
DMI Bets on AI
U.S.-based contract manufacturer DMI Solutions has developed DMI Innova One™, an artificial intelligence platform designed to accelerate innovation in the beauty and personal care industries.
Jun 30


Butterfly: 30 years of olfactory heritage
To mark the 30th anniversary of its iconic Butterfly fragrance, Hanae Mori is celebrating the lasting success of a creation that has become a cornerstone of its fragrance collection.
Jun 29


Esxence surpasses the 20,000-visitor mark
The 16th edition of Esxence – The Art Perfumery Event, held in Milan from June 3 to 6, attracted more than 20,000 visitors, confirming the continued dynamism of the artistic perfumery sector worldwide.
Jun 22


Capsum acquires KKT Labs
The Marseille-based specialist in formulation technologies and microfluidics applied to beauty is continuing its international expansion with the acquisition of KKT Labs, an independent U.S. cosmetic innovation laboratory specializing in clean beauty and biotech formulations.
Jun 19


Banksia, a limited edition with Australian accents
Italian home fragrance house Locherber Milano is expanding its portfolio of limited-edition creations with Banksia, a fragrance inspired by Australia's native flora.
Jun 19


TNT creates ribbon-inspired caps
TNT Group has developed two decorative bow-shaped caps for LoveShackFancy’s Secret Crush and Sweetheart fragrances.
Jun 18


Sorre launches ʺHeadcareʺ
A new entrant in the premium beauty market, French brand Sorre aims to establish a new category: headcare, at the intersection of skincare and haircare. Founded by sisters Marie-Laure and Cécile Martin, the company is built on a simple premise: the scalp is a biological extension of facial skin and deserves the same level of care and attention.
Jun 18


Daniel's Truth Highlights Alcohol-Free Fragrances
The California-based specialist in alcohol-free fragrances continues to expand its concept built around ethanol-free formulations, naturally derived ingredients and a multisensory approach to perfumery.
Jun 18


Pure Trade honored in New York...
The group won a Luxe Pack in Green Award 2026 in the Best Social Impact / Societal Initiative category for a professional integration program developed in partnership with manufacturing sites and local NGOs to promote employment opportunities for vulnerable individuals.
Jun 17
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