US Skincare and Makeup Trends

30/09/2024

2024 Asian Makeup Trends – Complexion Highlights

This season, complexion make-up trends in Asia continue to focus on dimension and light to provide a very natural, close to natural skin finish. In China, the C-STYLE LIGHT BEAUTY focuses on defining facial structure while maintaining a soft …

MakeUp

27/09/2024

Aligning With The Trends Moving Makeup Forward

The days of undereye baking, matte lips, intense smokey eyes and cut creases are a thing of the past. The trend of cosmetic minimalism has started taking over in the last few years. This shift is seeing beautiful nude …

Cosmetics

09/09/2024

Recoded Future – Pioneering a Future Fueled by Science

Strategic Forecast: The Convergence of STEM* and Beauty – by Cosmetics IC The beauty industry is on the cusp of a transformative era, driven by unprecedented advancements in science and technology. These fields are emerging as essential pillars, fueling …

05/09/2024

The Dance Between Makeup and Skincare

Within the prestige beauty industry, there has historically been a cyclical pattern when it comes to makeup and skincare sales trends; when the growth rate is accelerating for one category, the other one is slowing down. This cycle appears …

MakeUp, Skincare

03/09/2024

LIFELONG CARE: The Changing Face of Beauty in the Age of Longevity

In recent years, there has been a notable shift toward prioritizing longevity and health-span, or the period of life spent in good health, as key areas of focus, not only within the scientific community but also across industries, including …

30/08/2024

US Prestige Beauty Industry Sales Grow by 8% in the First Half, Circana Reports

In the first half of 2024, the U.S. prestige beauty market grew by 8% to $15.3 billion, while sales at mass merchants held flat, according to Circana, a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior. Below are the …

Legacy brands

21/08/2024

Travel and Fitness Fuel the Leisure Body Boom in the U.S.

With travel levels set to exceed pre-pandemic flows for the first time in 2024, Cosmetics Inspirations & Creation explores the emergence of the Leisure Body, and the aspiration for skin that is primed, perfected and fully protected for the …

01/08/2024

Asian Beauty Trends in Hydration

A perfectly hydrated skin is the ideal base for makeup. Hydration is the cornerstone of healthy skin in Asia, associated with plumpness, radiance, and glow. In China, the focus this year is on providing hydration for dry sensitive skin, …

19/07/2024

Unveiling the Latest Skincare and Makeup Trends in the USA

In the dynamic world of beauty, skincare and makeup trends significantly influence how individuals express themselves and care for their skin. From enhancing natural radiance to making bold statements, the beauty landscape in the USA features a myriad of …

MakeUp, Skincare

09/07/2024

How Solar Products Are Entering Our Daily Lives

Solar products have long been confined to seasonal products, associated with vacations and beaches. However, their place in consumers’ skincare routines is gradually evolving. Sunscreen products are thus at a crossroads: they play a public health role in the …