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UV exposure can significantly harm unprotected skin, leading to effects like sunburn and premature aging. That’s why effective sun protection, along with targeted after-sun care, is essential for maintaining healthy, radiant, and youthful-looking skin. Here, we highlight a selection of formulations and ingredient suppliers dedicated to advancing sun care solutions.

Niche brands, closely watched by luxury’s heavyweights as gems to be grown, base their models on dynamic growth. Their backdrop is the internet, where knowledgeable, demanding consumers make their choices from an extremely competitive offer. This means brands need strong to offer strong differentiation via their commitments, their quality and the creativity of their offer, and this stands true throughout the value chain This is where packaging comes into play as a clear added value.

photo: VIDI Studio/Shutterstock.com The list of approved preservatives in Annex V of the EU Cosmetics Regulation is extensive – but the way we think about them has changed dramatically. Over the years, the industry has moved away from traditional systems like formaldehyde donors toward more skin-friendly alternatives. Today, preservation is no longer just about protecting the product, but also about protecting the skin – especially when it comes to sensitive skin types.

Cosmetics that emphasize natural, organic, and clean ingredients–alongside a more sustainable approach to the entire product lifecycle–are rapidly gaining popularity. It’s a movement no brand can ignore. Here, you’ll discover a curated selection of formulations and ingredient suppliers that capture today’s most relevant trends.

Aside from the fact that a wholesale switch to paper could be trading one environmental disaster –plastic waste, with another – deforestation, there are other good reasons why companies may want to limit reliance on virgin forest fiber. Escalating global demand, climate-driven supply shocks, and tightening regulations are converging to create a riskier and more volatile outlook for companies using conventional wood-based inputs in paper and paper packaging.

When designed to meet application-specific functional requirements, fresh fiber-based secondary packaging can contribute through lightweighting, compatibility with established recycling systems, and material specifications that support resilient sourcing. Scope 3 focus: why quantified carbon footprint data matters Packaging materials are typically accounted for under Scope 3 GHG emissions.

photo: yarayanastia/Shutterstock.com The luxury fragrance packaging sector is undergoing structural change, driven by shifting brand strategies and evolving consumer expectations. Two developments are particularly notable: the rapid emergence of niche brands in the high-luxury segment and the growing importance of 
sustainability, often framed as “clean luxury.” These trends are not independent but increasingly interconnected, influencing both design choices and material selection.

The skin-brain axis has been one of the most popular trends in the market, with significant traction being achieved in this area throughout 2025 and into 2026, as companies, particularly those in the world of ingredients and beauty, continue to advance neurocosmetic ingredients for applications in stress response, skin comfort, and sensory perception.

As a result, the beauty industry is shifting toward concepts such as “skin longevity”, “healthy aging” or “well-aging”, emphasizing long-term skin health, resilience and overall well-being. This reflects a broader cultural movement toward self-acceptance, prevention and support of natural skin processes.In this context, skin longevity can be defined as an approach to skincare that slows visible aging while strengthening the skin barrier and maintaining optimal function.