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What’s trending in cosmetics: the 10 most-read stories so far in 2025

3 weeks ago | cosmeticsdesign-europe.com | Kirsty Doolan

What’s happened in the first half of 2025 in the cosmetics industry? Here are the trending stories that have shaken up the industry so far this year... Fragrance: what will trend in 2025 & beyond? The global fragrance market is more competitive than ever, and it’s set to grow even further this year. Statista forecasts that the scent category will generate a global revenue of €56.44bn in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.68% between 2025 and 2029.
What’s happening at the IFSCC 35th annual congress?

3 weeks ago | cosmeticsdesign-europe.com | Kirsty Doolan

Over 1,000 cosmetic scientists and experts from across the globe will gather in the French coastal town between 15 - 18 September to explore this year’s overarching theme “Future is Science”. The event is expected to welcome over 1,000 participants and will cover three main topics ‘Skin and hair health and wellbeing’, ‘Holistic science’, and ‘Diversity and personalisation.’ Attendees will have access to 68 oral presentations and 900 posters, which were selected from nearly 1,200 submissions.
5 new hair care product innovations to know about

3 weeks ago | cosmeticsdesign-europe.com | Kirsty Doolan

As hair care continues to take inspiration from the skin care category, we explore some of the latest new launches to know about. Slick Gorilla Hair & Scalp ScrubA soothing scrub treatment that’s been specially formulated with natural exfoliant sea salt, sweet almond oil and hydrated silica. The plant-based, vegan-friendly formula was created to deep cleanse the hair and scalp while removing product build up and excess oil.
Male hair loss: succeeding in a billion-dollar market

3 weeks ago | cosmeticsdesign-europe.com | Kirsty Doolan

According to data and insights company Euromonitor International, the global male grooming industry is valued at $61.3bn and is projected to grow by an estimated 6.4% in 2024. It’s clear that consumer demand for men’s beauty and personal care products is rising, with major retailers like Amazon – ranked the top beauty and personal care platform in the US by NielsenIQ – recently reporting increased numbers of male grooming shoppers.
UK beauty industry focuses on sun care as skin cancer cases soar

1 month ago | cosmeticsdesign-europe.com | Kirsty Doolan

The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Beauty and Wellbeing – a UK-based cross-party group of MPs – has launched an inquiry into UV safety in a bid to give the public more protection from UV damage. The group is issuing a call for written evidence from stakeholders across the beauty and healthcare sectors, as incidences of skin cancer continue to rise in the country.
How global beauty brands can avoid identity theft in South East Asian markets

1 month ago | cosmeticsdesign-europe.com | Kirsty Doolan

According to market data company Statista, the revenue of the Southeast Asia beauty market amounts to around $5.60bn in 2025 and it’s projected to grow annually by around 4.22% each year for the next five years. The rapid growth in this market is being driven by social media, a rising middle class and demand for premium products. However, for brands expanding into the region, the biggest threat isn’t competition from rival brands, it’s identity theft.
EU’S UWWTD “overestimates” toxic load from cosmetics by at least 15 times, shows new evidence

1 month ago | cosmeticsdesign-europe.com | Kirsty Doolan

Brussels-based cosmetics industry trade association Cosmetics Europe is now is calling for the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive (UWWTD) to be re-assessed in the light of new evidence provided by the European Commission. Following a request for access to information, the new data released by the European Commission shows that the UWWTD “overestimates the contribution of cosmetics to the toxic load in urban wastewater by at least 15 times,” says Cosmetics Europe.
Hildun Beauty founder on creating “100% year-on-year growth”

1 month ago | cosmeticsdesign-europe.com | Kirsty Doolan

Irish entrepreneur Suzy Griffin Dunne founded cruelty-free colour cosmetics range Hildun Beauty to “bridge high-performance formulas with skin-first integrity.” The brand’s debut llaunch sold out within 48 hours of hitting the market and the range has already picked up multiple beauty awards and become a favourite among top makeup artists. We spoke to her about how she build the business and her new launch with celebrity makeup artist, Hannah Martin.
Teoxane aims to “strengthen position as an expert anti-ageing range”

1 month ago | cosmeticsdesign-europe.com | Kirsty Doolan

As we see more crossover between cosmetics and aesthetic medicine, the cosmetic injectables company Teoxane has put more focus on creating dermocosmetic products. The Swiss brand has just launched its first exfoliating scrub, Active Microscrub, a hybrid product (priced around €50 for 50ml) designed to hydrate and strengthen the skin’s barrier while removing dead skin cells.
5 new skin care science findings to know about

1 month ago | cosmeticsdesign-europe.com | Kirsty Doolan

We’ve rounded up five new studies that could shape the future of skin care product development. Topical DHA and EPA has pro-resolution effects on skin inflammationExtensive research shows DHA and EPA have pro-resolution effects on skin inflammation, barrier function and wound healing. The investigative study, which was funded by multinational FMCG company Unilever, has reviewed a range of studies, including internal Unilever research and data, PubMed/Medline studies and Google searches.