Natural beauty

Pure, recognizable ingredients may be the foundation of natural cosmetics. But those less glamorous elements—advancements in natural preservatives, surfactants, and more—are the future.

How does collagen work, anyway? As knowledge about this complex antiaging beauty supplement increases, companies are launching new products (or rebranding old ones) to capture its full potential. And new, surprising sources may provide more vegetarian options.

Is gluten-free personal care bogus, or has the science just not caught up?

The latest in nutricosmetics, “no frills skin care,” sleek merchandising, and more standout beauty products, companies, and trends from Natural Products Expo East 2011.

The mission, message and smart business decisions of natural beauty companies have potential to significantly grow the natural personal care market by truly gaining consumer loyalty.

New research emerges in support of nutricosmetics’ efficacy. But can manufacturers use this science to help grow the beauty-from-within industry and get more consumers on board?

If passed, the Safe Cosmetics Act of 2011 could have far-reaching impacts on the personal care industry. We examine potential effects on transparency, innovation, natural ingredient markets and supply chain relationships.

What did senior associate editor Jessica Rubino pick as her favorite product this month?

Are plant-based ingredients the future of sun care and nurticosmetics? New research supports their use for topical and ingestible UV protection.