November/December 2023

In the past year (and longer), our industry has successfully innovated its way into new hyper-cosmetic territories — the sneak preview of entries for the 2024 C&T Allē Awards in this issue are evidence of this. No doubt this progress will flow forward, making ripples and eventually waves of its own.

Cosmetics & Toiletries November/December 2023
November/December 2023
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Mood-boosting technologies, a focus on longevity vs. anti-aging, and other trends are set to reshape beauty innovation in 2024 and beyond.
2024 Ingredient Trends Decoded
Nov 1st, 2023
Body care has boomed as consumers are finally treating the skin on their bodies as they do the skin on their faces.
Body Skin Firming and Tightening Through Multiple Courses of Action
Oct 27th, 2023
To provide a natural solution for sensitive skin, a hyperbranched dextrin was developed and tested for soothing and protective effects. The absence of adverse effects on the microbiome also was assessed by a third party, with promising results.
Hyperbranched Dextrin for Soothing, Microbiome-friendly Skin Care
Oct 27th, 2023
AI in product development, waste-free beauty, advanced delivery and microbiome-friendly sensitive skin care are among the latest waves in beauty — and the focus of our latest issue.
Making Waves in Beauty
Oct 27th, 2023
Ingredients that are typically seen in facial care products, like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, are finding their way into body care formulations.
Body Beauty: Biotech, Microbiome, Mood-boosting, Sustainable, Blue, Healthy and More
Oct 27th, 2023
The transformative power of AI in beauty R&D is undeniable. While consumers may only interact with the final product, behind the scenes AI is revolutionizing every step of the product development process.
Exploring the Deep Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Modern Beauty
Oct 27th, 2023
Microneedles, elongated microparticles, -somes, penetration enhancers and combinations thereof deliver actives into epidermis for greater efficacy. Recent research in this space for microscale physical delivery is the focus of this short review.
Advancing Efficacy Through Microscale Physical Delivery
Oct 27th, 2023
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Formulating Zero Waste Cosmetics
Oct 27th, 2023
This article discusses current uses of AI in cosmetics and the future prospects of AI inside and outside of the cosmetics industry.
Demystifying AI in Cosmetics
Oct 27th, 2023
This article summarizes EU and UK changes that have occurred throughout 2022 and 2023. Regulation updates include fragrance allergens, siloxanes, microplastics and aerosol products, among others.
Fragrance Allergens, Siloxanes, Microplastics and More
Oct 27th, 2023