Markets & trends
A staple of the 1990s, permanent makeup is on the rise as a beauty go-to
From micrograyling and microblading to candy lips and lip blushing, the list of permanent or semi-permanent makeup techniques seems to...
The top three beauty trends spotted at Cosmoprof Bologna 2022
The 53rd edition of the world’s largest cosmetics trade show was also the first in-person Cosmoprof since 2019. With 2,700+ exhibitors...
Wheat, oats, corn: grains are on the menu of new beauty routines
Grains are a must at mealtime, and have recently become an important part of the cosmetics industry due to their numerous beneficial...
Ecocert believes in fair trade development in the cosmetics industry
Organic, natural and now fair trade: ethical channels are developing in the cosmetic sector to meet the demand of consumers who are...
"Jello Skin": Korea’s beauty routine that promotes firm and plump skin
After ’Glass Skin’ and ’Dolphin Skin,’ TikTok users are now all going crazy for ’Jello Skin,’ a new anti-aging skincare trend straight...
Men are increasingly interested in manicures, and not on social media only
Women are no longer the only ones painting their nails yellow, red or black, or getting a stylish French manicure. It seems manicures are...
Quality over quantity: The pandemic has shifted beauty habits, found Kantar
COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns and the related work-from-home culture shift have transformed the beauty market, found Kantar in a recent...
Lookfantastic reveals most popular black haircare brands and products of 2022
Despite the likes of Fenty Beauty, Beauty Bakerie and other empowering brands paving the way for a more diverse and inclusive offering of...
Social media trends: TikTok celebrates natural beauty
What is going on with TikTok users? Tired of filters promoting totally idealized beauty standards, many of them are now turning to a more...
Curls bounce back in Cairo as natural hair styles become trendy
"Shaggy," "messy," "unprofessional". Natural curls were once looked down upon in Egypt, where Western beauty standards favoured sleek,...
