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Three more states vote to require textured hair education in cosmetology schools
Industry buzz
Over the last eight weeks, Washington, Vermont, and Maine signed legislation into law requiring the inclusion of textured hair (defined...
A “fuzzy agenda”: How can beauty align sustainability and competitiveness?
Environment
Sustainability is firmly on the European agenda but beauty will have to sharpen focus on innovation and investment for industry to...
GEKA expands global footprint with major investments on Brazil site
Companies & industry
GEKA, a leader in beauty application solutions, is set to expand its global footprint with strategic investments across its facility in...
Pennelli Faro’s innovative Futura Avant Lab design awarded at MakeUp in Paris
Industry buzz
The Italian manufacturer of cosmetic brushes has been awarded at the MakeUp in Paris Awards 2025 in the “Accessories” category for its...
Taiki pioneers advanced galenics through the use of soluble nanofibres
Innovation & new products
At MakeUp in Paris, the beauty packaging specialist — known for its sponges, brushes, and applicators — introduced an innovative galenic...
L’Oréal partners with Albéa Tubes for its new Cool Silver range
Industry buzz
L’Oréal has entrusted Albéa Tubes for the packaging of its new Cool Silver range. The new Grey Sublimating Treatment corrects yellow hues...
Brazil ends registration requirement for artisanal cosmetics and perfumes
Industry buzz
In Brazil, artisanal cosmetics, perfumes, and personal hygiene products will soon be exempt from registration with the National Health...
Reformulations, repacking and launches: a new dynamic for Qiriness
Companies & industry
Founded in 2004 by Mi-Ryung Beilvert, Qiriness opened a new chapter in its story in October 2023, when it was purchased by the LaP group...
Trends: Fruity notes are sweeping through perfume launches
Markets & trends
Pervasive at the 2025 edition of Esxence, fruit notes quite literally invaded the olfactory landscape of niche perfumery and beyond. This...
g.pivaudran unveils low-carbon aluminum offer for sustainable luxury packaging
Industry buzz
This is one of the avenues being explored by aluminum stamping specialists to overcome the aesthetic challenges encountered with recycled...