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Chemicals and ingredients distributor Brenntag has inked a distribution agreement with Cassava Pharma across the American Personal Care market. Through this exclusive agreement, Brenntag customers in the US will now have access to Cassava Pharma’s patented tapioca starch technology. For the end consumer, the technology delivers a smooth, silky skin feel while helping control oil and shine, creating lighter formulations with a natural origin story.

Cotton in Beauty: A Sustainable, Sensorial & Science-Backed Solution As consumers grow more skeptical about ingredient safety and more concerned about microplastics, cotton is emerging as a trusted, natural material for beauty and personal care. This eBook examines how brands can leverage cotton's hypoallergenic, biodegradable and sensorial properties to create differentiated products, from facial wipes and reusable rounds to period care and adult incontinence. Topics include:

Kleo Kolor, the nail art brand bringing salon-level quality to at-home manicures, debuts its Glue-on Gel Nail Line. The new collection features raised textures, layered details, embellishments and specialty finishes as well as luxe gold details, liquid chrome, sparkles and plaid in various styles, shapes and color palettes. “Kleo Kolor started with a simple belief: beauty should never feel one-size-fits-all,” said Colette Dahl, Kleo Kolor’s VP of marketing.

The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) announced a new strategic vision that will drive the association as it enters its next century, as well as key science, policy and leadership appointments to support the focused agenda. ACI officials say the strategic vision will focus the association’s work around the role that cleaning products play in keeping families safe and businesses thriving, and the importance of public policies that support growth and innovation throughout the sector.

Cathedral Holdings, Inc. named Kevin Boughner as its new president and chief executive officer. Boughner, who joined Cathedral Holdings as chief operating officer in February 2025, succeeds Justin Jordan, the company’s current president and CEO. Jordan will continue to serve Cathedral Holdings in an advisory capacity through 2027 to ensure a smooth transition. Boughner brings more than two decades of operational and executive leadership experience to his new role.

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel for cosmetic ingredient safety held its 177th Meeting on Oct. 5-6. The next CIR Panel meeting is Dec. 7-8 at The Darcy Hotel in Washington, DC. All submissions for this meeting should be received by CIR no later than Oct. 30, 2026.

Analyze, formulate and create are the three simple steps behind an entirely new concept designed to produce a fully personalized hydrogel mask. With the Skin Factory, Nuon Medical turns skin data into a bespoke, on-demand skincare treatment. Drawing on its technological expertise in the beauty industry, Nuon Medical is taking the consumer experience one step further with a truly personalized solution.

Stay Cool comes in five flavors. Stay Cool, a UK-based breath freshener brand, has arrived in the US on Amazon and DTC. Designed daily on-the-go use, Stay Cool is billed as alternative to conventional mints and chewing gum, and brand officials say they are marketing the spray as a lifestyle product, not as a health product. The sugar-free vegan sprays are available in Cool Mint, Strawberry, Watermelon, Bubblemint and Spearmint flavor. The formulation includes flavor oils and natural menthol.

First, she was an heiress, then a model, television personality, DJ, businesswoman, entrepreneur, activist, mother and, rightfully so, queen. A quarter-century after Paris Hilton was introduced on reality show “The Simple Life” with Nicole Richie, the mogul is celebrating her legendary status with a new eau de parfum, Iconic Queen.

Nashville-based candle company Paddywax Candles is feeling lucky this fall. With cozy season in the air, the brand has launched a Lucky Dice Collection in three festive scents. With dice-inspired vessels and a festive design, the collection serves to put a fun spin on game night with collectible ceramic dice vessels that can be repurposed for trinkets and décor.