Retail expert: COVID-19 impact on beauty ‘pretty big’
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has created a seismic shift in living and shopping habits worldwide and beauty has borne a significant brunt of this shopper shake-up, says a retail expert.
Archives for April 14, 2020
Geltor brings Elastapure to the skin care ingredient market
Best known for its animal-free collagen ingredients, the biodesign company has now leveraged its platform to create human elastin for use as a topical skin care ingredient.
Smashed avocado: French firm develops eye care active from by-product
French dermocosmetics firm Laboratoires Expanscience has developed an active ingredient for dark circles and under-eye puffiness using avocado by-product sourced from Peru.
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Beauty in ‘early adoption stage’ with microalgae, says Israeli startup
The beauty industry has yet to fully explore the potential of incorporating microalgae into cosmetic formulas, though interest is starting to bubble, says the CEO of microalgae startup Yemoja.
Reduce and reuse: Kao launches two new eco-friendly initiatives to reduce plastic waste
The Kao Corporation has announced plans to accelerate expansion of its environmentally friendly Smart Holders and eliminate its use of plastic stickers on products as part of its goals to reduce plastic waste.