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LipoTrue Unveils Three New Actives at in-cosmetics Asia 2026
The ingredient specialist launched Glintarine, Red Aternaliss, and Kalizyme, designed for skin radiance, longevity, and epidermal renewal at the Bangkok trade show.
Azelis, Brenntag Lead AI Search for Cosmetic Ingredients
A new Pitman Comms report shows cosmetic ingredient distributors frequently appear in top AI search results, with Croda consistently ranking among manufacturers for UK-focused queries.
IconicA Stabilizes Retinaldehyde for Cosmetic Use
A new delivery system addresses the inherent instability of retinaldehyde, offering a less irritating alternative to retinol with claimed anti-aging benefits in clinical trials.
In-cosmetics Asia 2026 Announces 20 Ingredient Award Finalists
Twenty personal care ingredients are shortlisted across functional and active categories, with winners to be named at a Bangkok ceremony on November 3.
CVC Capital Invests in Silicon2, Driving K-Beauty Consolidation
Ingredient suppliers and contract manufacturers are reassessing operations, with CVC Capital investing KRW300 billion in South Korean distributor Silicon2.
Mane Invests EUR 45 Million in Grasse Fragrance Design Center
French manufacturer Mane is building an 8,900 m² fragrance R&D facility in Grasse, France, set to open in 2028 and house 250 experts for consumer goods development.
Ashland, Croda Vie for SCS Formulate Ingredient Awards
Companies like Innospec, Barentz, and IMCD also feature on the shortlists across technology and sustainability categories. Winners will be announced on November 10 in Coventry, UK.
Viridi, Zschimmer & Schwarz Partner on CO2 Surfactants
UK firm Viridi's Vireya platform incorporates captured carbon dioxide, offering up to a 70% lower product carbon footprint and a tenfold mildness improvement over conventional options for personal care.
Symrise Boosts Natural Fragrance Production in Grasse
The move integrates Lautier 1795 and Floral Concept, strengthening the company's capabilities in natural raw materials for global perfumery from southern France.
CM Studio+ Launches Global SwapBoard for Cosmetic Ingredient Surplus
CM Studio+ has introduced a free online platform, SwapBoard, enabling personal care companies worldwide to exchange excess raw materials and collaboratively meet minimum order quantities.
BASF Unveils Peptide, Polysaccharide, Extraction Research
BASF presented new findings on collagen-hybridizing peptides and sustainable plant water extraction at the 2026 IFSCC Congress in Perth, Australia.
Ashland Unveils Personal Care Ingredient Strategy
The specialty chemicals firm showcased new solutions for complex formulations and outlined its long-term growth plan during its Innovation Day 2026 webcast from Delaware.
Covalo, in-cosmetics Asia: Rice Skincare to Hit $3bn
Personal Care Magazine, in-cosmetics Asia, and Covalo's new report highlights sake ferment and projects a $3 billion growth for rice-based skincare by 2030.
Uniproma PDRN Cream Finalist for 2026 Laura Marshall Award
The animal-free recombinant PDRN formulation gained recognition in the Technology & Disruption category from the UK's Society for Cosmetic Science.
Shell Chemicals Promotes Palm-Free NEODOL Alcohols
Shell Chemicals will highlight its NEODOL alcohols and NEODENE alpha olefins for diverse cosmetic formulations at the SEPAWA Congress in October 2026. These ingredients are designed for global personal care applications.
Normactive Opens Cosmetic Ingredient R&D Lab in Turkey
The Turkish firm's new facility in Izmir, opened on September 14, 2026, expands its capacity to develop active ingredients for personal care applications.
Parfex Launches NovaSilk for Water-Based Fragrance
The Croda-owned company introduces two new technologies, NovaSilk and NovaSilk Clear, enabling alcohol-free perfumes with up to 20% fragrance load.
DSM-Firmenich Partners Boltz for AI Scent, Flavor Discovery
The Swiss-Dutch ingredient maker will integrate Boltz's AI models with its extensive sensory data, aiming to accelerate the creation of novel fragrance and flavor molecules.
L'Oréal, Cosmax Form K-Beauty R&D Pact for Global Markets
The alliance will focus on K-beauty-inspired products, novel ingredients, and sensory formats, aiming to accelerate innovation for international consumers.
Naolys Expands Asia Distribution with The Shine, Behn Meyer Partnerships
French ingredient supplier Naolys has appointed The Shine as its exclusive distributor in South Korea and partnered with Behn Meyer for distribution across five Southeast Asian markets. This move aims to increase access to Naolys' Plant Cell and ExoCell® active ingredient ranges for regional beauty brands.
PCHi 2027 Guangzhou: Cosmetic Ingredient Pre-Registration Open
Reed Sinopharm Exhibitions has opened visitor pre-registration for PCHi 2027 in Guangzhou, China. The event focuses on cosmetic ingredient innovation and formulation technologies for the Asia-Pacific beauty market.
in-cosmetics Asia Expects Record Exhibitor Count in Bangkok
The in-cosmetics Asia trade show will convene in Bangkok, Thailand, from November 3-5. Event organizers state this year's edition will be the largest to date, featuring over 770 global and regional exhibitors. The event targets formulators, R&D specialists, and brand teams across the Asia Pacific beauty sector.
PCHi China Opens 2027 Fountain Awards for Innovation in Ingredients, Formulations & Sustainability
PCHi China has begun accepting entries for its 2027 Fountain Awards, recognizing innovation in active ingredients, formulations, and sustainable solutions. Exhibitors have until November 23, 2026, to submit their product nominations.
PCHi China 2027 Pre-Registration Opens for Guangzhou Event
Pre-registration is now open for the Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) trade show, scheduled for February 24–26, 2027, in Guangzhou, China. The event focuses on ingredient and formulation innovation, responding to evolving consumer and regulatory demands in Asia's beauty sector.
Shiseido Japan Claims Coriander Extract Dual Skin Effect
Japanese beauty firm Shiseido claims its research identified a dual skin effect from cilantro fruit extract, also known as coriander. The company states this extract targets skin aging by eliminating senescent cells and promoting collagen production.