FEATURE ARTICLES

Longevity science is reshaping our understanding of skin ageing and the biological hallmarks that drive functional and visible decline. For more than two decades, Ashland has explored these pathways, from genomic instability to cellular senescence, developing a range of cosmetic active ingredients with targeted actions and robust scientific validation

The 9 Faces of the APAC Beauty Industry awards, a collaboration between in-cosmetics Asia and Personal Care magazine, honour the region's beauty innovators, changemakers and unsung heroes who deserve recognition for driving scientific excellence. Sungho Lee is the CEO of Sunjin Beauty Science

Clinical evidence show that senolytic compounds can double the efficacy of established actives - such as collagen-boosting peptides - by amplifying their impact on the main visible signs of ageing. By removing the biological roadblocks that limit conventional actives’ effectiveness, senolytic-enhanced formulations represent the future of evidence-based skin care, as DSM-Firmenich explains

Bitop examines key inflammaging mechanisms and demonstrates how Ectoin reduces pro-inflammatory cytokine expression, inhibits oxidative stress, and protects cellular structures through its unique hydro-complex mechanism

Surface characterisation data of hair fibres can deliver important insights into the performance of hair care products. Lucideon reviews the range of relevant hair properties together with the use of topographical and chemical surface characterisation techniques for their determination

Ahead of this month’s SCS Formulate show in Coventry, UK, trade association Cosmetics Cluster UK examines whether it is possible to manufacture, at commercial scale, a beauty product from raw materials sourced from domestic production

The 9 Faces of the APAC Beauty Industry awards, a collaboration between in-cosmetics Asia and Personal Care magazine, honour the region's beauty innovators, changemakers and unsung heroes who deserve recognition for driving scientific excellence. Stacey Fraser is the founder of Stacey Fraser Co.

Editor Tim Probert rounds up the 35th IFSCC Congress in Cannes, France, with coverage of the latest cutting-edge cosmetic science presented by the likes of L’Oréal, Shiseido, BASF, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Givaudan, Cosmax and more

Seongmin (Mike) Sohn is the general manager and principal consultant at global regulatory compliance consulting firm REACH24H Korea. Mike, who is based in Seoul, Korea, talks to editor Tim Probert about the latest cosmetic regulations, as well as K-beauty trends

As consumer expectations for sun care evolve, the demand for high-performance, environmentally conscious sunscreens is reshaping formulation strategies

The 9 Faces of the APAC Beauty Industry awards, a collaboration between in-cosmetics Asia and Personal Care magazine, honour the region's beauty innovators, changemakers and unsung heroes who deserve recognition for driving scientific excellence. Hou Juncheng is the founder and chairman of leading Chinese beauty brand Proya Cosmetics.

In contemporary society, the pursuit of youthful, wrinkle-free skin is more prevalent than ever. However, many beauty consumers remain hesitant to embrace dermo-aesthetic treatments due to concerns about their invasiveness. These individuals often prefer to stick to traditional topical beauty products, which they perceive as safer and less intimidating.

The sun care industry is at a critical juncture, facing increasing pressure to develop more sustainable and environmentally friendly formulations while maintaining the high-performance standards that consumers expect.

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic, relapsing inflammatory skin disorder. Even after visible inflammation subsides, patients exhibit non-lesional ‘atopic dry skin’ with impaired stratum corneum (SC) barrier and water-retention functions.

The term ‘cosmeceutical’ was coined in 1984 by Dr. Albert Kligman of the University of Pennsylvania describing a hybrid category of products midway on the spectrum of cosmetics and pharmaceutical.1 The most practical definition of this term may be “a cosmetic product that is purported to have beneficial actions capable of affecting the skin positively beyond the time of its application”. In other words, cosmeceuticals are products where cosmetics and dermatology, or beauty and health, meet.

The cosmetic landscape is increasingly shaped by a dual imperative: the persistent consumer demand for high-performance, visibly effective active ingredients and a growing global emphasis on sustainability and naturality.

Scalp health has gained increasing attention in cosmetic science, as research continues to highlight its crucial role in hair growth, follicular function, and overall hair quality. Unlike traditional hair care, which often focuses on the hair shaft, modern scalp treatments aim to target the biological and physiological factors affecting the scalp environment.

The cosmetics industry is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by the dual demands of efficacy and sustainability. Consumers are no longer satisfied with products that merely deliver visible results; they seek solutions that align with their values, particularly those that minimize environmental impact.

For several years now, consumers have been redefining their approach to hair care. More mindful, more sensorial, yet also more technical, this evolution is giving rise to new routines inspired by skin care. Among them, the cleaning pre-wash trend is emerging as a true revolution in the world of hair care.

Roelmi HPC demonstrates the efficacy of a high-performance solution for advanced eye contour care by presenting the design and the development of a specific biotechnological active ingredient through precision fermentation of upcycled Vitis vinifera leaf extracts