As we see reported almost daily here on LinkedIn, Misinformation is a formidable and persistent challenge for the cosmetics industry. Whether it’s claims about “miracle” ingredients, exaggerated product benefits, or misleading buzzwords, misinformation can severely erode consumer trust, lead to regulatory scrutiny, and stifle genuine scientific progress. How Much Do We Understand? For cosmetic scientists,…
As 2024 ends, I thought I would give some consideration for thought on a subject which has been raised with me on and off during the year, and a little more intensely during these last months. The topic addresses the stand taken by a number of natural ingredient suppliers, that, ‘white formulations’ are now passé…
by Deanna Utroske Author’s Note: Vitamins are some of the most time-tested skincare actives. But as we entered the 2020s and skincare that is meant to be swallowed—capsules, gummies, powders, and such—became popular, ingredient makers and consumer brands started presenting topical vitamins in fun new ways. Vitamin-Packed Beauty Brands The Korea-based brand Bognobagi launched a…
The consumer of 2025 will be characterized by a greater desire to search and find cosmetic products that guarantee exciting and educational experiences in virtual environments, related to skin care, makeup product suggestions, routine proposals, diagnoses, efficacy predictions and interaction with virtual assistants who will guide and advise them. On the other hand, consumers will…
Sunlight has a stronger neuro-effect than any of the active ingredient in cosmetics. How can we best tame this freely available, most potent neuro-cosmetic? The answer is: with sunscreen. 1. Neurocosmetics Trends, Actives and Effects Neuro cosmetics cater to the growing demand for products that not only improve skin appearance but also enhance overall well-being…
In a couple of recent postings on LinkedIn, two colleagues in particular, were tearing their hair out (I thought only I did that!), and feeling hopeless against the never ending tide of misinformation with a particular focus on pseudo scientists promoting, in particular ingredients apps. In support of them I still have confidence in Hope,…
Editor’s Note: “We are pleased to present you the 2nd editin of Alison’s column Symphony Be-Beauty™. This column deals with the topics of health, well-being, wellness and beauty from within. Alison also provides a wealth of information on the integration of cosmetics and personal care products and practices in wellness systems and SPAs.” Introduction: In a world…
Editor’s Note: On a recent discussion forum, the topic of using Ai simulations as a marketing tool for showing consumers how they would look after using a specific skincare product caused a stir, and I was asked for an opinion which I present here as promised… In the past, when we advertised cosmetic products, before-and-after…
In the first two Sweep-the-Sun columns in summer 2022, we looked at the revised ISO 24444:2019 Gold standard and at the alternative methods [1, 2]. So it’s time to take another look at the progress made. The Consortium ALT-SPF conducted the largest interlaboratory-test to date about a year ago, but the reports on the test…
Editor’s Note: ,,In this piece, I am not arguing for or against either approach but rather sharing some of my observations about a selection of decidedly not vegan cosmetic ingredients that I’m seeing from brands and suppliers around the world.” Vegan beauty encompasses both botanical and synthetic ingredients. The term has ethical connotations as well…
In the dynamic world of cosmetic science, the pursuit of product efficacy while ensuring stability is a significant challenge. With summer here, consumer groups often raise concerns about the performance of sunscreens and other products, highlighting the discrepancies between physical and chemical stability versus biochemical instability. This month’s column dives into these complex stability issues,…
It is Summer 2024 and we have all probably experienced, to a greater or lesser extent, user experiences in the metaverse, which we can define as “A post-reality universe, a perpetual and persistent multi-user environment that merges physical reality with digital virtuality. It is based on the convergence of technologies, such as virtual reality (VR)…
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