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Today, we’re sharing an important update about the future of our beauty coverage.

As consumers increasingly turn to science‑backed ingestible solutions for skin, hair and overall wellbeing, the relationship between beauty and nutrition continues to strengthen.
NutraIngredients.com is uniquely placed to lead that conversation, and we believe this is where our coverage can have the greatest impact.

That’s why, from tomorrow, our CosmeticsDesign websites will close, and our beauty coverage will move to NutraIngredients.com.

The strengthened Beauty & Wellness content pillar will bring the same authority in ingredient innovation and clinical science that our audiences expect, in a sector that increasingly demands rigour.

Check the Beauty & Wellness content today: https://www.nutraingredients.com/Heal.../Beauty-wellness/...

It has been a privilege to serve as your trusted source of information on the cosmetics industry, and we are grateful for the community we have built together.

To our contributors and readers: thank you for your engagement, feedback, and support over the years. You have been an integral part of our journey, and we look forward to continuing the conversation on NutraIngredients.com.

A recent study published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science explores the upcycling potential of cork powder byproducts in cosmetic formulations.

We spoke to the study authors to learn more:

Study explores new uses for an underused byproduct Scientific findings published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science support the inclusion of cork powder in foundations, exfoliants, and SPF-boosting formulations.

New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists Suppliers' Day 2025 is just two weeks away!

Check out CDU's Top 4 Product Cateogories to Watch at this year's show:

CosmeticsDesign US’s top 4 product categories to watch at NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2025 (and why they matter) Anti-aging, botanicals, sunscreens, peptides are CDU's product categories to watch at this year's NYSCC Suppliers' Day trade show.

A new report from trend analytics firm SPATE examines the impact of the beauty consumer on 2025 product development and highlights this year’s emerging global beauty trends.

We spoke to Spate co-founder Yarden Horwitz for her key takeaways and more:

Spate Global Trends: Mini perfumes, hybrid products and ingredient-led innovation Spate's April 2025 Global Insights report outlines a clear trajectory for beauty manufacturers and suppliers: innovate with multifunctional products, invest in ingredient-driven solutions, and align with consumer demand for simplicity and performance.

We attended The Eco Well's recent Beauty Claims e-summit and caught up with some of the conference's speakers for their key takeaways and insights.

Check out our coverage here:

Beauty claims under the microscope: Key lessons from The Eco Well’s e-Summit Learn how top experts are guiding beauty brands toward claims that are compliant, credible, and consumer-trusted in CosmeticsDesign's key takeaways from The Eco Well's recent Beauty Claims e-summit.

Hair color litigation filed earlier this year targets L’Oréal USA, Wella, Clairol, and more for alleged failure to warn of cancer risk.

Read here:

Hair color litigation targets L’Oréal USA, Wella, Clairol and more for alleged failure to warn of cancer risk In a suit against multiple major companies, the plaintiff claims 40 years of salon work with hair dyes led to a cancer diagnosis, and the industry knew the risks.

Since leaving major social platforms in 2021, LUSH has doubled down on owned channels and ethical digital spaces, signaling a shift that could reshape brand-consumer engagement across industries.

TTYL: Three years later, has Lush’s digital gamble paid off? CosmeticsDesign US spoke with Lush Chief Digital Officer Jack Constantine to discuss how the company has fared in the three years since leaving mainstream social media platforms, including the investment in owned channels and focus on community-driven engagement.

In a recently published study, researchers combed through nearly two decades of Google search spikes in conjunction with recent TikTok view data to better understand the “growing curiosity in cosmeceuticals, with interest correlating with consumers’ views on social media.”

Study explores social media’s growing influence on cosmeceutical trends Recently published research in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology shows that rising consumer interest in cosmeceuticals is being driven by social media platforms.

🚨 New on CosmeticsDesign🚨

Tighter US border controls are coming - and they could impact cosmetics and personal care product shipments. The closure of the de minimis loophole announced by the Trump Administration on May 2 is aimed at cracking down on counterfeit goods entering the US, but it may also create new compliance challenges for brands and suppliers.

We spoke to Ehsun Forghany, partner at ArentFox Schiff, for his insights into the policy changes and their potential implications for industry stakeholders.

🔎 Get the full story: https://www.cosmeticsdesign.com/Article/2025/05/06/de-minimis-loophole-closure-tightens-us-border-controls-on-counterfeits/

De minimis loophole closure tightens US border controls on counterfeits US crackdown on small parcel imports aims to curb counterfeit CPG products like cosmetics and strengthen design patent enforcement.

Following passionate consumer feedback, including a Change.org petition, Unilever personal care brand Degree has restored its fan-favorite scent to shelves following changes made in late 2024.

Original Degree Cool Rush deodorant formula returns in consumer-led comeback Following passionate consumer feedback, including a Change.org petition, Unilever personal care brand Degree has restored its fan-favorite scent to shelves following changes made in late 2024.

Don't miss this month's edition of the featuring exciting new product development from BYOMA SKINCARE, Verb Products, Good Molecules and more.

April Launch Pad: Targeted forumations meet functional beauty innovation This month's Launch Pad includes launches from Good Molecules, BYOMA, blinc, and more.