Shiseido has discovered a ring-shaped collagen structure in the facial skin, called «Ring Collagen,» which generates tension that helps maintain facial contours. The company has also developed Digital-Skin Reality, an AI technology that visualizes the internal forces of the tissue in 3D.

Beiersdorf has appointed Isabelle Schang as Marketing Director for France and Benelux for Nivea and Labello, with a scope covering France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. She succeeds Sabine Pradeau and will be responsible for a strategy spanning all three countries.

Gattefossé has approved eight products manufactured in Lufkin, Texas: three pharmaceutical excipients and five cosmetic ingredients produced in accordance with the group’s quality standards. This initiative is part of the company’s strategy to regionalize production capacity and secure supply chains in the Americas.

Coverpla is expanding its refillable product line in 2026, with dedicated products and partnerships covering everything from home refills to refillable bottles. The company is highlighting formats ranging from 50 to 200 ml and Techniplast’s RT-Twist technology to ensure safe transfer.