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Dear Readers,

 

June brings a bright mix of sun, strategy, and standout showcases. From innovations unveiled at key trade fairs to bold brand moves, we’ve rounded up the essential news shaping the beauty landscape right now.

 

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NEWS

Trends and innovations you need to know.

packaging

Packaging

Suncare well protected

 

Afrodita Professional understands that suncare is a serious business. The European brand’s Multiactive Shake Fluid SPF 50 protects skin from damage from the entire light spectrum. The oil-free, feather-light formula comes in a chic, portable pack developed by beauty packaging manufacturer and provider Quadpack. The Oval Tottle is optimised for on-the-go application, fitting neatly in a bag between uses. Its ergonomic shape sits comfortably in the palm of the hand and its look, decorated to match Afrodita’s professional brand image, is one of pure elegance.

The Multiactive Shake Fluid SPF 50 offers five-in-one protection. The Oval Tottle likewise protects it in turn. Its three-layer construction includes an EVOH (ethylene vinyl alcohol) barrier to safeguard it from the elements. Made of recyclable plastics (polyethylene and polypropylene), it aligns with the brand’s sustainable ethos; all of Afrodita’s products are cruelty-free and most of them are vegan.

partnership

Ingredients

New scent experience

 Givaudan is proud to introduce "ChériScentz", a new technology that empowers perfumers to create scents that evoke sensuality in their creations. Because of the Company’s leadership and expertise, this groundbreaking fragrance design aid complements the already extensive range of Neuroscience technology innovations, including "MoodScentz+", "VivaScentz" and "DreamScentz". Aligning with Givaudan’s commitment to enhance emotional connections through perfume, "ChériScentz" will allow consumers to embrace their sensuality in day-to-day life. 

As consumer preferences evolve, there is a growing demand for smells that reflect authenticity, inclusivity, and emotional connections. "ChériScentz" addresses these needs by enabling perfumers to create scents that are not only appealing but also resonate with the multifaceted nature of modern sensuality. This includes expanding fragrance offerings beyond fine fragrances to other product categories for bath, body, laundry, and home.

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Market

Awards for safety 

 

Nouryon, a has been recognized by the American Chemistry Council (ACC) with multiple prestigious Responsible Care awards. These accolades highlight the Company's commitment to safety, leadership, and excellence in the chemical industry. In addition to several site awards, Nouryon employee Paul Phillips was honored with the ACC Member Company Responsible Care Employee of the Year Award.

In addition to Paul's individual recognition, several Nouryon facilities in the US have been awarded ACC Facility Safety Awards for their exceptional safety performance in 2024.

Responsible Care is a voluntary initiative by the global chemical industry, spearheaded by the ACC in the US, to drive continuous improvement in safe chemicals management. For more than 35 years, Responsible Care has been a framework for ACC member companies to improve safety and sustainability performance in the US chemical industry.

 

EVENT CALENDAR

Shows you shouldn't miss.

Makeup In Paris

18-19 June 2025
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Cosmoprof CBE Asean

25–27 June 2025
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In-cosmetics Korea

2-4 July 2025
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Cosmoprof North America,
Las Vegas

15-17 July 2025
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TREND UPDATE

Ideas, thoughts, critics, trends, forecasts - what the industry talks about.

Claire Liu,
Seppic

#skinlongevity
"The cosmetics industry is shifting towards a more holistic view of aging, focusing on skin longevity. Moving away from anti-aging narratives, the emphasis is now on preventive solutions to support long-term skin health by addressing aging at its root causes, especially cellular senescence.
This biological process, where cells cease to divide due to stress or damage, can contribute to aging by altering tissue structure. Senescent cells release the SMS (Secretome Messenger of Senescence), which can induce senescence in nearby cells, promoting contagious aging.
Key triggers include DNA damage, oxidative stress or nuclear dysfunctions like lamin A deficiencies, a protein vital for cell function.
Different ways can be considered to cope with senescence, by targeting the triggers or the outcomes. “Juvenessence”, an Alaria esculenta extract, reduces Progerin, a degraded form of Lamin A, while “Aspar’age” helps regulate the effects of contagious aging. This active ingredient, thanks to mycosporine like amino acids, is able to protect young fibroblasts from senescence by lowering IL-6 secretion and reducing β-galactosidase activity, effectively mitigating the senescence of nearby young cells." 

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Sincerely yours,
Kathrin Köhler
Kathrin Köhler
Editor COSSMA
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