
Lynsey Barber
Science Writer at Cosmetics Business
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2 weeks ago |
cosmeticsbusiness.com | Lynsey Barber
When Sara Stokes was awaiting the birth of her first child, she was shocked to discover the high-strength retinol she was using should be avoided in pregnancy. Faced with skin issues, and unable to use the treatment, she was shocked for a second time when she was scouring the shops for suitable alternatives. Stokes could not find products directly addressing these types of issues that made clear they were suitable to use.
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3 weeks ago |
cosmeticsbusiness.com | Lynsey Barber
Charlotte Tilbury has announced a new partnership with the cheerleading squad of the American football team the Dallas Cowboys – its first sports tie-up in the US. As the official partner of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (DCC), the Puig-owned make-up, skin care and fragrance brand will create “magical moments” with the squad, known as America’s Sweethearts.
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3 weeks ago |
cosmeticsbusiness.com | Lynsey Barber
L’Oreal has honoured five scientists for their pioneering contributions to physical sciences, mathematics and computer science. The winners of the 2025 L’Oréal–Unesco For Women in Science International Awards will be recognised at an event at Unesco headquarters in Paris on 12 June.
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3 weeks ago |
cosmeticsbusiness.com | Lynsey Barber
The Inkey List has published its annual social impact report, revealing its progress on issues around sustainability and inclusivity in 2024. The B Corp-certified company said the report shows how it is “moving in the right direction” and being accountable, rather than shooting for perfection.
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3 weeks ago |
cosmeticsbusiness.com | Lynsey Barber
With nearly 2,000 products on the shelves of more than 1,000 Rituals stores around the world, and new ones landing roughly every two months, the brand’s Innovation Director Lot van Rij always has something new on the go. The most recent to emerge is a special edition gift box celebrating 25 years of the Dutch beauty brand, which was started by Raymond Cloosterman in an Amsterdam basement but has now surpassed a €2bn a year turnover.
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