Peru’s exports of essential oils, cosmetics, and surfactants reached US$89 million during the first seven months of 2026, an increase of 6.8% compared with the same period a year earlier. Natural colorants used in cosmetics brought in US$232 million during the same period, making this category about 2.6 times larger. These figures show the growing...
Men are searching for more forms of personal care than before. Cosmetics, fragrances, skin care, nail care, and hair care are increasingly being connected with self-care, individuality, and wellness. The latest 2026 Men’s Trend Report shows that Gen Z men are driving more than 62% of male monthly searches, with their searches increasing 17% year-over-year....
Record-breaking heatwaves have been seen across the world this summer, driving demand for cooling sunscreens. The company is expanding its sun care range with technologies designed to overcome the limits of conventional cooling cosmetics. A novel non-menthol cooling ingredient, made from multiple botanical extracts, provides an immediate, long-lasting cooling sensation while helping minimize skin irritation....
The personal care industry is paying more attention to biosurfactant innovation as consumers demand gentler and more sustainable solutions. Companies are investing in the category by opening production facilities to expand their global reach and entering partnerships to strengthen surfactant capabilities. One British biosurfactant producer has partnered with a UK household-cleaning formulator to build an...
Consumers are paying closer attention to the ingredients in beauty products, with many people checking ingredient lists before making a purchase. Market research shows that six in ten skin care users read INCI lists before buying. Nearly 40% look at ingredient lists for sustainable ingredients. Ingredient-scanning apps can make this information easier to access, but...
Black seed oil has shown potential to improve hair density and reduce hair loss in a 28-day clinical study. The study used a scalp lotion containing 5% of a cold-pressed black seed oil ingredient, which contains 3% thymoquinone and has low free fatty acids. The research involved 22 adults across genders. The findings showed a...
Intimate care products require careful formulation. The safety of an intimate care product is not only about whether each individual ingredient is considered safe. The complete formulation, including its effect on the vaginal microbiome, pH, osmolality and potential irritation, needs to be considered. The vaginal environment is different from other areas of the body, so...
K-beauty is growing from a trend-driven category into a global influence on personal care formulation. Its rapid spread has raised expectations around ingredient transparency, product performance, and a pleasant sensory experience in everyday routines. Korean skincare principles are moving beyond trends such as “glass skin” and “cloud skin” and are increasingly being applied by innovators...
A new development in UV-A filters is bringing a high-purity, water-soluble ingredient closer to wider use in cosmetic formulations. The ingredient has achieved the USP 44 quality standard and is backed by patented purification technology. A Korean patent has been secured as well. FDA approval is still required for finished sunscreen products. A recognized US...
The beauty industry is taking a closer look at animal-derived ingredients such as squalane. Interest in plant-based alternatives is growing as ethics and sustainability receive more attention. Squalane has traditionally been sourced from shark liver oil, while shark hunting can pose a threat to marine ecosystems. Plant-derived squalane offers a way to meet demand for...
