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Alliance-Energy Seminar: Waxes in Cosmetics. Technologies and Innovations from Fumei
The Alliance-Energy seminar was held in Moscow on April 8, 2026 and was dedicated to the use of waxes in cosmetics.
PCHi 2026: A New Phase of Personal Care Innovation
The Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) trade show, held in Hangzhou from March 18–20, highlighted a more mature phase of innovation in the cosmetics ingredients sector, with developments increasingly grounded in scientific validation, aligned with evolving regulatory expectations, and shaped by the growing influence of China’s beauty market.
ACTUALLY
Cosmetotest 2026: A Paradigm Shift in Cosmetic Science from «What Works» to «Why It Works»
Cosmetotest 2026, held March 18–19 in Lyon, France, clearly demonstrated a paradigm shift in cosmetic research and development. The cosmetics industry is moving away from being a purely emotional and functional sector and evolving into a biological and data-driven exact science.
The New Reality of the Cosmetics Market in 2026: GOSTs, Digital Labeling, Green Standards, and the Russian Shelf
2026 year marks new milestones for the Russian cosmetics and household chemicals market. The industry is simultaneously undergoing several stages of transformation: from the standardization of salon services to a complete transition to digital product traceability and a preparation to revision of retail display regulations. An analysis of key legislative developments aims to provide industry participants with a clear picture of the risks and opportunities.
Roadmap 2026+: What Needs To Be Done to Stay in the Mainstream?
MARKETING
How Algorithms, Simplicity, and Scientific Evidence are Rewriting the Formulas for Success in the Beauty Industry.
The article describes how algorithms, simplicity, and scientific evidence are rewriting the formulas for success in the beauty industry.
trends
Unilever is Exiting the Food Sector and Becoming a Pure-play HPC Giant
Unilever has officially launched a comprehensive transformation process. The company has confirmed its intention to sell its Foods division and exit the food sector entirely. This deal is redrawing the map of the consumer market, transforming the Anglo-Dutch giant into a pure-play player in the Home and Personal Care (HPC) segment.
Mists for Face, Body, and Hair: Multifunctional Care
Krasney E., Technologist Developer
Sensory characteristics are crucial for modern cosmetics. This article describes trending products, mists for the face, body, and hair, their features, basic ingredients, and formulas.
Ingredients
Sclareol from Clary Sage as a Source of Fragrance Fixatives for Perfumes.
Buzov V.N.
Fragrance fixers play an important role in the creation of perfume compositions. Sclareol from clary sage gives the products pleasant herbaceous balsamic notes, which is appreciated not only in perfumery, but also in tobacco products; and it becomes a source of flavor fixative.
RESEARCH
Thiamidol: Proven Effectiveness in Combating Hyperpigmentation
Leading global experts on hyperpigmentation validate and endorse Beiersdorf hero ingredient Thiamidol.
THEORY
Plant Stem Cells in Cosmetics
Balakina M.V., Ph.D. (Pharm.)
The article examines the potential of plant stem cells for cosmetic use. The ways are given that make it possible to isolate cells from plants that have biological activity and have become positioned in cosmetics as plant stem cells. The properties of stem cells from a number of plants are presented, as well as examples of finished cosmetic products with assets containing plant stem cells.
Descaling Products
Matveychuk Yu.V., Ph.D., Chief Technologist, Himvey LLC, Minsk, Republic of Belarus
This article briefly describes the causes of scale buildup and how to combat it. Particular attention is given to chemical descaling methods, and descaling compounds are described. The active ingredients in these products include methanesulfonic, sulfamic, and citric acids. These products are highly effective, yet do not contain highly aggressive acids such as sulfuric, hydrochloric, nitric, or even environmentally unfriendly phosphoric acid.
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ChemiCos 2026: New Industry Benchmarks
On March 17-19, 2026, ChemiCos 2026, a landmark event for the cosmetics and household chemicals industry, was held in Moscow with the support of the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade. The exhibition featured booths from companies offering chemical components and finished products.
LAW
The Law on the Protection of the Russian Language: Answering Key Questions
Amendments to the Law On the Protection of Consumer Rights came into force on March 1, 2026. The law’s purpose is to protect Russian as the official language, reduce the use of foreign words in public spaces, and adhere to the norms of modern literary language. Alexandra Skorobogatova, Executive Director of the PCAR, commented on the situation.