Trends & opinions
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Sparkling energy trend concept offers a deeper connection to nature
Discover how Düllberg Konzentra’s new fragrance collection bridges the gap between city living and the call of the wild—offering scents that bring the pure, uplifting energy of nature into your everyday life. Reconnect, refresh, and feel nature’s touch wherever you are.
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Mood-boosting skin care from Clariant
Discover how Clariant’s Joyologist concept links skin health and emotional well-being, with innovative formulations designed to soothe both your complexion and your mind. Explore the science behind mood-boosting skin care and see how radiant skin can lift your spirits.
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NielsenIQ report reveals tactical manoeuvres of SA consumers
Facing rising costs and relentless power cuts, 70% of South Africans feel they’re living in recession—yet many are finding creative ways to keep up with essential spending. Discover how consumers are shifting online and rethinking budgets to cope with 2023’s financial pressures in NielsenIQ’s latest insights.
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Freely express emotions while preserving beauty
Discover how a new generation is embracing advanced skincare to freely express emotions—without sacrificing smooth, youthful-looking skin. Explore the science behind prejuvenation and the innovative peptide technology changing the future of beauty.
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Choosing fragrances for ethnic hair care
Discover how the right fragrance can transform ethnic hair care into a cherished ritual, driving loyalty and enhancing wellness. Explore which scents resonate most with African consumers and why a product’s aroma is now as vital as its performance.
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Achieve more with less when formulating with SupraCare 780
Boost your home care products with SupraCare 780—a sustainable, multi-functional additive that enhances performance, increases product lifespan, and supports eco-friendly claims. Discover how this advanced ingredient simplifies your formulations while delivering consistent, high-quality results across liquid and solid cleaning products.
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Balancing digital innovation and customer trust is crucial in Africa
As Africa’s digital landscape grows, businesses must balance innovation with strong trust and security measures. Discover why the continent’s young, connected consumers are reshaping loyalty—and why customer trust is now key to sustainable growth and digital success.
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Symrise SPF booster responds to sustainable sun care trend
Discover how SymEffectTM UV by Symrise boosts SPF performance using renewable ingredients, helping brands create more sustainable sun care products. See why it’s turning heads in the industry and how it’s designed to tackle common sunscreen formulation challenges—click to learn more.
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New pigments, filters and actives from Merck
Discover Merck’s revolutionary Ronaflux pigments offering bold, metal-free metallic effects, plus advanced zinc oxide UV filters and algae-based actives. See how these innovations are setting new beauty standards at in-cosmetics Global 2023—click to learn more about the latest in cosmetics technology.
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Novel tripeptide to control oily skin
Discover Chemyunion’s new Peptid4 S-Control tripeptide—formulated to reduce oiliness, shrink pores, and deliver immediate, lasting results for oily skin. With proven benefits for appearance and confidence, this breakthrough targets the challenges faced by millions worldwide. Explore how science is meeting the growing demand for effective oily skin solutions.
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Parfums Plus reveals 2023 fragrance trends
Discover how 2023’s bold, joyful, and eco-conscious fragrance trends are reshaping the industry. Parfums Plus uncovers the shift toward sustainable, refillable bottles and brand transparency—see which scents and innovations are defining the future of perfume.
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Coschem members brush up on sustainability trends
Gain practical insights from Coschem’s latest seminar on sustainability, where experts tackled the hottest trends in eco-friendly packaging, carbon targets, and shifting global consumer demands. Discover the strategies savvy formulators and brand leaders are using to meet new environmental standards and future-proof their businesses.
