Evonik preps for Russian gas stop with 40% reduction in natural gas use at German sites

Alternative energy sources can reduce the specialty chemicals company’s dependency without significantly curtailing production

Lip care: The ingredients behind the trend

From oils to glosses, treatments developed specifically for the unique skin on our lips are more in demand than ever. Rouah Al-Wakeel explores ingredients suitable for helping to protect consumers’ pouts
The lip oil craze taking social media by storm

Searches for lip oils have skyrocketed in 2022, with the make-up and skin care hybrid’s innovation only set to get slicker
'No good reason for a limited panel': Why sunscreen testing should respect all skin shades

Historically, darker skinned consumers have been woefully underrepresented in consumer testing for sunscreens, but retail chain Superdrug is pushing for change
Beyond NFTs: Beauty pioneers' plans for Web3

VivaTech is a leading tech conference dedicated to innovation and start-ups in the beauty industry’s heartland of Paris, France. And some big names on the cosmetics and fragrance scene were in attendance
Feelunique's beauty buyer on pitching tips, the Euphoria effect and TikTok trends

Want to nail your retail buyer pitch? Elise Vano, Buyer at FeelUnique, explains how indie brands can approach Europe's biggest online beauty retailer

Is Egyptian beauty the next big trend?

The beauty landscape in Egypt has shown significant change and growth in recent years. In the vein of K-beauty, could now be the time for Egyptian beauty’s moment on the world stage?

Career advice: How I became Chief Marketing Officer of Trinny London

In partnership with CEW UK, Shira Feuer, Chief Marketing Officer of Trinny London, shares her journey to the top of Trinny Woodall-founded beauty brand

How greige became the colour everyone wants

New lines from Kim Kardashian and Hailey Bieber show that neutrals are the beauty packaging colours of the moment, which is good news amid growing recyclate inclusion, says Julia Wray
Huda Beauty pays nearly $2m to settle Neon Obsessions lawsuit

The Dubai-based make-up brand used banned ingredients in the palette line

Ted's Grooming Room opens new barbershop on London's Fulham Road

The launch is part of the Ted Baker chain's expansion plans in the UK capital and will offer hair and beard trims, massages and more
Hello, you: Tati Gabrielle joins Henkel's Göt2b as ambassador

The star of Netflix's You and Chilling Adventures of Sabrina will promote the Henkel-owned brand's colour and styling products, including its Beach Matt and Glued ranges

Breaking News

Estée Lauder earnings slip in full-year 2022 results

Estée Lauder earnings slip in full-year 2022 results

The group’s Chinese operations were affected by the resurgence of Covid cases in the country, leading to reduced retail traffic
Bravo Sierra expands into Walmart amid second round of investor funding

Bravo Sierra expands into Walmart amid second round of investor funding

Nicolas Geiger, Group Business Development Director at the L’Occitane Group, has joined Bravo Sierra as a new board member
Japonesque and Topspin Consumer Partners buy Barefoot Scientist

Japonesque and Topspin Consumer Partners buy Barefoot Scientist

Dana Ward’s foot care brand launched in 2019 with the aim of treating feet in the same specialised way as we treat the face, hair and body
Respect your microbes: A round-up of the newest microbiome-friendly cosmetic ingredients

Respect your microbes: A round-up of the newest microbiome-friendly cosmetic ingredients

Cosmetics may have a negative impact on the microbiome as the presence of preservatives may upset its equilibrium. So what 'friendly' ingredients a...
UpCircle sails past £300,000 crowdfunding target

UpCircle sails past £300,000 crowdfunding target

The upcycled beauty company aims to increase its product range and expand its reach
Dermalogica names Angela Taylor as Education Director

Dermalogica names Angela Taylor as Education Director

Taylor’s new role sees her returning to the department where she began her career with Dermalogica as a Corporate Trainer
How to make a powder-to-gel product

How to make a powder-to-gel product

Gaëlle Chatelard from green shower gel brand ETHOSA talks waterless formulation
How plant-based and superfood ingredients are spicing up toothpaste launches

How plant-based and superfood ingredients are spicing up toothpaste launches

Brands are brushing up on the benefits of using botanical extracts to link oral care with whole-body health
Boohoo expands cosmetics empire with Revolution Beauty investment

Boohoo expands cosmetics empire with Revolution Beauty investment

Boohoo has been steadily growing its beauty and cosmetics arm over the past few years, and launched its own 50-strong line of products in February...
Career advice: How I became Marketing Director of Church & Dwight

Career advice: How I became Marketing Director of Church & Dwight

In partnership with CEW UK, Michael Benson, Marketing Director of Church & Dwight UK, shares his rise to the top
DNA protection: Proving this trending skin care claim

DNA protection: Proving this trending skin care claim

Gattefossé’s new Solastemis offers a novel approach to photoprotection against UVA, but how did it verify these claims? Laurie Canel, Product Marke...
5 ways skin care is transforming oral care

5 ways skin care is transforming oral care

'Skinification' has come to oral care. Cosmetics Business reveals how it is sinking into innovation
Maxey Cosmetics unveils positive ageing campaign starring women in their 40s

Maxey Cosmetics unveils positive ageing campaign starring women in their 40s

The campaign showcases looks that show off the women's natural beauty using the US brand's lash and brow serums
The Perfume Shop boss on putting the fun back in the 'stuffy' fragrance industry

The Perfume Shop boss on putting the fun back in the 'stuffy' fragrance industry

From a newly designed store format focusing on customer experiences to its very own TV channel, Cosmetics Business looks at how The Perfume Shop co...
Kao expands Spanish production facility for synthetic jasmine

Kao expands Spanish production facility for synthetic jasmine

By investing in its Olesa plant, Kao aims to boost its market share in the European market for methyl dihydrojasmonate
How greige became the colour everyone wants

How greige became the colour everyone wants

New lines from Kim Kardashian and Hailey Bieber show that neutrals are the beauty packaging colours of the moment, which is good news amid growing...

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Lush unveils first look at 2022 Advent Calendar

Israel’s Bryhel Cosmetic Lab opens operations in US

High-impact presentation box ensures a long lasting legacy

London Packaging Week 2022

INOLEX launches new cannabis-derived ingredient for sustainable conditioning and emulsification

Sun-damaged skin treatment: Solarepare MB offers dual protection from sunburn

in-cosmetics Korea 2022

HexcelPack launches eco-friendly void fill solution to protect products in transit

Lynx stalks Gen Z with AI-powered body spray

Cosmoprof North America 2022

Why should you care about Burkholderia cepacia?

Revive Collagen launch the world's first clinically proven liquid vegan collagen using ground-breaking science

Magnolia & Fig - NEW from Yardley London

Cosmoprof India 2022

Huda Beauty and Kayali team up for first-ever collab

The must-have skin boost that you just spritz and glow

Solarepare MB and Redumatte ACE-II have been approved with COSMOS Standards

Pure Beauty Awards 2022

BeautySourcing presents a new sourcing guide: Beauty Supply Side TREND ARCHIVE

CPL Aromas launches Matcha AromaSpace base

New distribution partnership for leading sandalwood producer Quintis recognises growing global trend

Cosmetics Business Live 2022

Stila’s new independent manager brings in Michelle Kluz as CEO

Two great British brands come together: Dr.PAWPAW now available at Marks & Spencer

BLUESKY welcomes three new capabilities to their manufacturing family

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Respect your microbes: A round-up of the newest microbiome-friendly cosmetic ingredients
Respect your microbes: A round-up of the newest microbiome-friendly cosmetic ingredients
How to make a powder-to-gel product
How to make a powder-to-gel product
DNA protection: Proving this trending skin care claim
DNA protection: Proving this trending skin care claim
The Perfume Shop boss on putting the fun back in the 'stuffy' fragrance industry
The Perfume Shop boss on putting the fun back in the 'stuffy' fragrance industry
How greige became the colour everyone wants
How greige became the colour everyone wants
Lip care: The ingredients behind the trend
Lip care: The ingredients behind the trend
Expert advice: Make the most of TikTok selling
Expert advice: Make the most of TikTok selling
Why ferulic acid is so much more than just a vitamin C stabiliser
Why ferulic acid is so much more than just a vitamin C stabiliser
Beyond NFTs: Beauty pioneers' plans for Web3
Beyond NFTs: Beauty pioneers' plans for Web3
Social selling has empowered counterfeiters – how can you fight back and protect your brand?
Social selling has empowered counterfeiters – how can you fight back and protect your brand?