RECENT NEWS

Speciality chemicals maker Covation Biomaterials (CovationBio) has appointed Steven Ackerman as its new chief executive officer.

Unilever research has uncovered evidence that the bacteria living on our skin – known as the skin microbiome – may influence premature ageing based on facial appearance.

US personal care ingredients maker IFF is to develop a ‘forest lab’ in Brazil for sustainable fragrance and cosmetic ingredient innovation.

The 16th International Congress on Skin Ageing & Challenges in Valencia, Spain this November will discuss new strategies for skin longevity.

British researchers have discovered that keratin, a protein found in hair, skin and wool, can repair tooth enamel and stop early stages of decay.

The organiser of the in-cosmetics Asia trade show in Bangkok, Thailand has revealed the brand new events for the 2025 edition in November.

The US prestige beauty market grew by 2% to $16 billion in the first half of 2025, according to market research outfit Circana.

​The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) personal care market will be worth $95.2 billion by 2030, according to a report by BCC Research.

The organiser of the PCHi (Personal and Home Care Ingredients) trade show has opened a call for speakers for the conference track at the 2026 event in Hangzhou, China.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued warning letters to personal care brands amid claims that sun care products in mousse, foam and whipped form may not protect wearers from UV rays.

The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) has announced the 2025 awardees and finalists for its Madam CJ Walker Scholarship, sponsored by Mary Kay.

US-based personal care ingredient supplier Caribbean Natural Products has cut the ribbon on its new home in New Jersey.

The US Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) has opened registration and hotel room block reservations for its 79th Annual Scientific Meeting & Showcase in New York City in December.

US personal care ingredient maker Geltor has raised fresh funding via an equity financing round led by Miami venture capital outfit Starlight Ventures.

Korean duo KCC Silicone and LG Household & Health Care have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) in Seoul to jointly research silicone polymer materials optimized for UV protection products.

Dr. Anke Hadasch will present ‘The World of Colour and Inclusivity’ at 13:30 on 18 September at the 35th International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) Congress in Cannes, France.

Merck has completed the sale of its Surface Solutions business unit to Global New Material International (GNMI) of China for €665m ($769m).

DSM-Firmenich reported weakness in beauty ingredient sales in its half-year financial results due to weaker demand for sun filters.

Professor Nina Jablonski will present ‘The Diversity of Human Skin in all its Evolutionary Glory’ at 09:20 on 18 September at the 35th International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) Congress in Cannes, France.

Symrise has appointed Brenntag Specialties CEO Michael Friede to lead its Scent & Care segment that generates annual sales of around €2 billion ($2.31 billion).