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Vitafoods: Lallemand Health Solutions' Cerebiome For Skin in the spotlight

Cerebiome

Cerebiome For Skin from Lallemand Health Solutions, a company specializing in the development of probiotic supplements, has been shortlisted for the Ingredient of the Year award in the "Beauty from Within" category of the NutraIngredients Awards 2025. The winners of these awards will be announced at the industry party on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, during the Vitafoods trade show. 

Lallemand Health Solutions points out that a recently published dermatologist-supervised open-label clinical study examined the effects of Cerebiome on 35 healthy Caucasian women aged 30-45 over a period of today. Participants took 3 billion CFUs of Cerebiome once a day [Kassem et al., 2025]. This study used validated questionnaires and biometric instruments common in the cosmetics industry. Results showed significant reductions in perceived stress, benefits for sleep and improvements in skin appearance, including better skin hydration, reduced fine lines and wrinkles, improved skin tone and increased skin firmness and elasticity.

"We are proud that our ingredient has been chosen as one of three finalists for the Ingredient of the Year award in the Beauty from Within category. Our latest study paves the way for the creation of new products focused on skin health, as well as dietary supplement solutions for cosmetic brands looking to launch skincare programs focused on beauty from within. Cerebiome is already a well-known and easily formulated psychobiotic on the dietary supplement market, with numerous commercial successes worldwide. With this innovative and unique proof-of-concept study, we offer our customers the possibility of solutions for the booming nutricosmetics market".says Élodie Aragon, Product Manager at Lallemand Health Solutions.

Brands can make claims such as "Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles", "By maintaining/improving hydration/elasticity: Cerebiome helps maintain/improve hydration and elasticity. Cerebiome helps reduce/minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by maintaining hydration." 

Cerebiome has also been shortlisted for the Ingredient of the Year award in the "Mind and Mood" category. As a pioneering psychobiotic, this ingredient is the first probiotic with specific health claims approved for mood and stress. Based on scientific data, Cerebiome has recently demonstrated its benefits not only on occasional stress, but also on stress-related disturbances such as sleep quality. These findings are in line with the changing needs of consumers, who are now looking to improve sleep health, beyond mental well-being (FMCG Gurus survey, 2024).

"Today, consumers easily understand that mental health can regulate other concerns. By targeting the microbiota-gut-brain axis, Cerebiome promotes mood balance, reduces occasional stress, improves intestinal comfort, but also has beneficial effects on sleep quality. The introduction of sleep-enhancing psychobiotics marks an innovation in today's market. Compatible with many value-added ingredients, Cerebiome opens up numerous opportunities for brands to develop unique dietary supplement solutions to meet consumer demands, while complying with regulatory requirements in different countries. We look forward to taking part in the ceremony, and wish all the finalists the best of luck".explains Karine Lasfargue, Product Manager at Lallemand Health Solutions.

SVR chooses Micro airless from Aptar Beauty for its new dermocosmetic products

Aptar Beauty - SVR

French dermocosmetics brand Laboratoire SVR launches three new skincare products with Micro airless packaging from Aptar Beauty, a global specialist in dispensing systems. 

Micro is a robust, high-performance airless packaging developed by Aptar Beauty. Its all-plastic design, including the pump motor, guarantees a high level of compatibility and protection for even the most fragile formulas. Like all Aptar Beauty airless solutions, Micro offers an excellent evacuation rate and 360° distribution. 

Expert in dermocosmetics, SVR has launched three new products. Eye Biotic, a smoothing, illuminating eye care product, Sensifine Extrême, a high-tolerance soothing repair cream, and Sun Secure Fluide Photo-Age SPF50+ sun protection benefit from Micro's airless protection. This packaging solution protects the formulas while respecting the brand's commitment to greater sustainability, while maintaining an optimal level of consumer experience.

Available in 15, 30 and 40 ml sizes respectively, each member of this "Micro family" has been manufactured and decorated in the colors of the brand's ranges at Aptar Beauty's expert airless technology plant in Villingen, Germany. SVR's design choices enable decoration and assembly to be carried out in the same factory, thus avoiding additional transport costs or CO2 emissions. 

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Available in a wide range of shapes, sizes and materials to combine as required, Micro is ideal for dermocosmetic brands looking to create a consistent yet unique range look. What's more, Micro is certified 97-98 % recyclable.1 by cyclos-HTP, an independent institute that assesses the recyclability and durability of packaging. It can also incorporate recycled materials (PCR Plus2PET3 recycled materials, ISCC-certified mixed recycled materials) and is also available in a single-material version (made entirely of PE4). Micro can also comply with Ecocert and Cosmos standards for organic and natural cosmetics.

"Micro is winning over more and more brands, thanks to its versatility and formula protection properties, which are particularly sought-after in the dermocosmetics market. It's the ideal solution for brands looking for sustainable packaging without compromising on product performance".says Michael Hoer, Regional Airless Platform Manager, Marketing EMEA Aptar Beauty.

1. Natural raw packaging without decoration or label
2. Post-Consumer Recycled Resin
3. Polyethylene Terephthalate
4. Polyethylene

The Biotical brand combines probiotics with natural active ingredients

Biotical

"I created Biotical to combine my passion for nature and authenticity with scientific innovation. Probiotics are essential for strengthening our skin's natural defenses, rebalancing its microbiota and promoting radiance. With Biotical, I want to offer natural skincare products that respect and protect our skin, while revealing its natural beauty".explains Dominique Fol, founder of the Occitanie-based brand.

Probiotics: the future of cosmetics

Probiotics are micro-organisms that act deep down on the skin's microbiota, stimulating the skin's natural defenses. "Their use strengthens the skin barrier, rebalances the bacterial flora, stimulates cell regeneration and protects against free radicals".reminds the brand. They also play a role in combating skin problems, including aging, thanks to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Biotical face and body care products include pre- and post-biotics. Their formulas also contain hyaluronic acid and Aloe Vera, combined with a maximum of other active ingredients to meet the skin's specific needs.

Its serums, based on organic fruit waters, ensure the transfer of active ingredients and essential nutrients, promoting in-depth hydration and regeneration.

All Biotical products are certified Bio/Cosmos Organic and Cosmebio-labeled.

For face and body

For the face, Biotical offers a cleansing oil, a cleansing milk with probiotics, a purifying gel and a "biotonic o" with probiotics "for effective cleansing of impurities with unrivalled gentleness".

Gentle exfoliating scrubs with pre- and post-biotics gently exfoliate, soothe and prepare the skin. For treatment, three ranges of serums, masks and creams are available, each targeting specific skin needs.

The Harmonie range balances, mattifies, soothes and purifies. The Éclat range includes specific formulations designed to awaken radiance and illuminate the complexion. The Jouvence range includes products with natural Retinol like to combat skin aging and stimulate cell renewal.

To moisturize and protect: the Hydra range, from I to IV for different skin types, moisturizes and protects the face all day long.

For the body, Biotical offers products to cleanse, exfoliate and moisturize the skin. Professional technical treatments are available for partner institutes. In addition, the brand offers 100 % natural massage oils and balms, divided into four scent universes.

A line of rituals and treatments for beauty salons:

To complement its face and body treatments, Biotical has developed a line of rituals and treatments using "modeling tools" and techniques designed for beauty salons, creating total synergy with the brand.

Currently available in more than 50 institutes and spas in France, the Biotical offer is presented exclusively by beauty professionals, trained in the protocols and with perfect mastery of the rituals. These experts are true ambassadors, helping customers choose their routine.

Biotical also offers complementary products for institutes, such as embroidered linen (towels, headbands, pareos...) and eco-responsible beauty tools (organic cotton, preferably made in France, or some produced by NGOs defending women's rights...).

ICPI Week 2025 opened its doors today at Kintex, in an unprecedented format

site-industries-cosmetiques A group of men in suits stand in a row, holding a multicolored ribbon adorned with decorative bows at an indoor ICPI event. Above, a sign reads "ICPI 2025 WEEK", and some participants wear name badges and buttonholes.

ICPI Week 2025, a comprehensive event bringing together component and materials companies across pharmaceuticals, biotech, cosmetics, laboratory science, chemical equipment, packaging, and logistics, officially opened today (April 22) at Exhibition Halls 1 and 2 of Kintex, Goyang (Republic of Korea). The show is being held on the largest scale in its history.

This year, 1,200 companies from 25 countries are participating, with a total exhibition space of 60,124 m² spanning both halls at Kintex.

The event consists of eight specialized exhibitions: Korea Pharm & Bio, CI Korea, Korea Lab, Korea Chem, Cophex, ESG Pack, Korea Mat, and Korea Coldchain. Attendees can experience the latest technologies and products in each respective industry.

Over 150 professional seminars and side events will be held throughout the exhibition at the venue and seminar rooms.

Korea Chem, ESG Pack, Korea Pharm & Bio: highlights

Korea Chem highlights pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, batteries, fine chemicals, materials, equipment, and processes. Exhibiting companies include Junghyun Plant, Dongbang Plantech, KPSMC, Visang, CompKorea, KMJ, and Daesung Industry Pump.

ESG Pack, the Sustainable Packaging Fair, features eco-friendly materials, recycling technologies, and sustainable packaging solutions. Korea Institute of Industrial Technology's Packaging Technology Center (KITECH) is presenting the '2025 Korea Star Awards Winner Zone.'Participants include Moorim Paper, RECO, Risen P&M, Stand Pack, Eco Packaging Solution, GL GRAPE, and Jazzle Enterprise.

Korea Pharm & Bio showcases production and packaging machinery, packaging materials, automation solutions, and quality control technologies. Notable participants include Young Tech Pack, PTK, CUBEGEL, Hoong-A, H&K, COUNTEC, HD-PACK, Innotech Systems, EUKOR, HakoPlan, OPTIMA, Körber Korea, and Doosan.

Korea Lab brings together laboratory analysis equipment and biotechnology R&D tools. Exhibitors include SH Scientific, CHC LAB, JEIO TECH, Sartorius Korea, Merck, Cytiva Korea, Biomérieux, Young In Group, DKSH Korea, Shimadzu Scientific Korea, and Eppendorf Korea.

The Korea Pharm & CI Korea show introduces raw materials, APIs, and services related to drug and cosmetics development. Participants include Quality By Design & Intertek, Charles River Laboratory Korea, Ecell, Saint-Gobain Korea, Stedis, Jeonnam Bio Foundation's Biopharmaceutical Research Center, and OSP Technology.

Opening Ceremony: Attended by Government and Industry Leaders

The opening ceremony began at 10:30 a.m. with over 200 key government, industry, and media figures in attendance. Guests included Dong-il Park (Director-General of Manufacturing Industry Policy at the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy), Yeon-hong Noh (Chairman of the Korea Pharmaceutical and Bio-Pharma Manufacturers Association), Deputy Mayor Dongkyung Nam of Bucheon City Hall, Taek Soo Kim (Vice President of KITECH), and other heads of industry associations and participating companies.

site-industries-cosmetiques A middle-aged man in a suit stands on a podium inscribed "ICPI WEEK 2025", addressing the audience. Behind him, the large screen displays the details and dates of the event. The audience, in the foreground, watches attentively.

The ceremony began with a welcome address from Young Soo Kim, CEO of Kyungyon Exhibition Corp., the event organizer. Park Dong-il stated, "This exhibition brings together Korea's technological strength, environmental values, and design innovation in packaging. We will continue to foster a high-value packaging industry that leads global markets through integration with K-design and the manufacturing sector."

site-industries-cosmetiques A man in a suit and tie stands in front of a podium inscribed "ICPI WEEK 2025", speaking at the microphone at the ICPI event. The background features colorful event names on a dark blue background.
site-industries-cosmetiques A man in a suit stands on a bright podium with a microphone, speaking at an event entitled "ICPI WEEK 2025". Colorful ribbons decorate the stage, while the big screen highlights the icpi community's Korea-related industries and innovations.

Yeon-hong Noh added: Yeon-hong Noh added, "This show offers an opportunity to enhance global competitiveness through industrial convergence. I hope it highlights innovative technologies like the AI-based drug development platform 'K-Melody.'"

ICPI Week: 150 Side Events and Export Consultations Aligned with Industry Value Chains

ICPI Week 2025 is designed as a multi-sector exhibition and a value chain-centric showcase for pharmaceuticals, biotech, and cosmetics.

Exhibits in Hall 2 focus on the early stages of development—raw materials, services, analysis, R&D, and quality control—while Hall 1 highlights the later stages of production, packaging, and logistics, offering a comprehensive view of the full industry lifecycle.

More than 150 side events, including policy briefings, award ceremonies, international conferences, investor IRs, technical seminars, academic conferences, forums, and workshops, will be held during the exhibition. Over 10,000 people registered in advance. Journalists from France, India, China, Singapore, and other major countries are on-site to cover the exhibition and interview participating companies. ICPI Week Awards will also be presented during the show.

The organizers stated, "ICPI Week is an exhibition that covers the entire industrial process from R&D to production, processing, packaging, and logistics. In addition to the 50,000 pre-registered visitors, we expect many walk-in attendees."

Fortuitous Finley (Puig): a horse-head-shaped hood made by TNT Group

TNT GROUP - PENHALIGHON'S - FINLEY

The Spanish Puig Group continues the famous saga of Penhaligon's Portraits with the arrival of Fortuitous Finley, a new eau de parfum, "addictive blend of salty pistachio and violet on a leather base, creating a sensual, amber and gourmand unisex fragrance."

The cap of the bottle for this new fragrance, in the shape of a horse's head, is made from a single piece of gold-galvanized zamak, as are the other portraits.

The ergonomically shaped PP insert, common to all references, adheres to the fret, which consists of a gold-anodized aluminum chimney and a gold-galvanized brass plate.

This twentieth portrait is the fruit of an enduring collaboration between TNT Group and Puig. 

Biologique Recherche adopts Cosmogen's Squeeze'n Roll technology

COSMOGEN - BIOLOGIQUE RECHERCHE - SQUEEZE N ROLL PP

Professional skincare brand Biologique Recherche chooses Cosmogen's Squeeze'n Roll for its Cible PIGM 400 skincare product, dedicated to sensitive, pigmented skin.

With Squeeze'n Roll, Cible PIGM 400 benefits from the On/Off rotating system technology developed and patented by Cosmogen. The brand recommends turning the applicator to On, applying the product to the areas concerned, turning the applicator to Ooff and then massaging in the excess.

The fully recyclable PP and PE applicator can be cleaned in Off mode, with no risk of damaging the formula.

Fedrigoni announces the opening of a cutting center for self-adhesive labels in Germany

Cutting center Germany. Fedrigoni

By the end of 2025, the labels division of Italian papermaker Fedrigoni will open a slitting center near Cologne, Germany. The plant, located in Frechen, will cover Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and northern France. 

The site will process films and papers for self-adhesive labeling in a variety of sectors, including food & beverage, healthcare and retail. 

With a surface area of 6,400 m2 and new-generation 2-meter-wide slitting equipment, this ultramodern distribution center targets 90 million square meters per year of high-quality films and self-adhesive paper materials for various sectors, including luxury packaging, food and beverages, healthcare and mass retail, with growth potential both in terms of production capacity and expansion into new markets.

"The opening of this cutting center in Germany is aimed at supporting our customers in the face of an increasingly demanding self-adhesive label market, particularly in terms of service and delivery times. By moving closer to our customers, we are improving both our lead times and the overall quality of our service in this region, which remains a real priority for us."explains Fernando Girón, Sales Director EMEA Roll & Sheet Label at Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives.

An environmentally-friendly site

Two factors motivated the choice of this location: its strategic geographical position and its commitment to sustainability, a priority for the Fedrigoni Group. Part of the rubble generated during the site's rehabilitation was reused as raw material for the new buildings, with a view to preserving resources, and heat pumps powered by photovoltaic panels were installed on the warehouse roofs.

With this step, Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives strengthens its local presence in the European market: the new German hub joins the cutting center in Poland, a strategic location for the ever-expanding North-East European market.

Groupe GM reinvents highlights its Alqvimia hotel line

GM Group - Alqvimia

Groupe GM, international specialist in hospitality products, presents its Alqvimia hotel line. Founded by Idili Lizcano in the Spanish Pyrenees in 1984, the Catalan brand, whose name means "alchemy", embodies a holistic approach to skin care. 

Conceived from essential oils, the Alqvimia hotel line is an invitation to a sensory voyage, inspired by the ancient art of aromatherapy and natural essences. 

"This collection, inspired by the nature of the Pyrenees, offers a refreshing olfactory experience reminiscent of mountain freshness. Citrus notes of lemon, orange, petitgrain and grapefruit open onto a heart of wild lavender and marjoram, creating an invigorating fragrance that awakens the senses."says GM Group.

The products feature an elegant black and gold design, combining sophistication and refined style, craftsmanship and a premium approach to well-being. 

Certified vegan formulas composed of 99 % ingredients of natural origin testify to the brand's commitment to eco-responsibility.

The collection includes the large-format 300 ml Ecopump dispenser, made from recycled plastics. It includes several products, including a hand and body wash, a shampoo, a conditioner, and a hand and body lotion. The range also features the Ecofill refillable aluminum dispenser with sealed, traceable 300ml pouches, guaranteeing an authentic, sustainable experience for customers. This system offers a fast and efficient refill solution, with dual-view windows for added convenience. Maintenance staff can replace sealed pouches in seconds, ensuring a simpler, cleaner and more efficient process. A 25 g Round Table on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) Mass Balanced (MB) certified soap completes the range.

The exclusive Alqvimia collection is part of GM Group's Care About Earth program, and contributes to the company's efforts to reduce its impact on the environment. 

"We are delighted to collaborate with Alqvimia, a pioneer in natural wellness, to develop a distinctive and eco-responsible line of hospitality products for our customers. This collaboration beautifully reflects our two companies' shared commitment to quality, authenticity and sustainability. The Alqvimia line offers hotels the opportunity to provide their guests with naturally inspired products, carefully designed to offer a sensory journey evoking beauty and serenity, and fostering a sense of harmony and well-being", said Laurent Marchand, President of GM Group.

For stronger, longer natural lashes

Length Define Tubing Mascara - RevitaLash Cosmetics

"Thanks to its "tubing" technology and polymers that envelop each lash, Length Define Tubing Mascara lengthens, curves and separates lashes for an exceptional deployed effect with impeccable hold".says RevitaLash Cosmetics.

The mascara brush provides volume and length from base to tip, and evenly coats lashes with its formula rich in nourishing and conditioning ingredients, "soft and nourishing, doesn't crumble."

Length Define Tubing Mascara relies on biotin and Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 - an antioxidant peptide, to fortify, strengthen and protect lashes from breakage, vitamin E to nourish and provide powerful antioxidant benefits, and panthenol to help moisturize and enhance shine.

"With its Tubing technology, Length Define is the best choice for those who want XXL lashes without the risk of smudging.says RevitaLash Cosmetics. It stays in place all day long, but can be removed without rubbing at make-up removal time, making it an ideal partner for oily skin, sensitive eyes or in humid environments too."

U'Cosmetics: students imagine masculine beauty

U'Cosmetics 2025

The Université catholique de l'Ouest (UCO) Bretagne Nord organized the 16th edition of its U'Cosmetics competition and symposium on March 13, 2025.

The event brought together students, professionals and partners to discuss cosmetic innovation on the theme of "man and cosmetics? Beauty of all kinds." 

Competing students, in teams of 1 to 5, had to imagine and present an innovative cosmetics project in line with the event's theme. Three projects were rewarded.

The first Formulation Innovation Prize was awarded to the "Les Crâneurs" project led by Laura Alexandre-Alexis, Jeanne Raison and Allan Scher Terefenko from IPIL (Lyon, 69).

"Skull'timate, designed by Les Crâneurs, is a solid cream dedicated to the care of bald heads. Its innovative shape and massaging pimples offer a unique sensory experience while stimulating microcirculation. Enriched with moisturizing, soothing, protective and microbiota-balancing active ingredients, it's a complete skincare product that sublimates and protects the skull. "

"Èra", a project by Noémie Soyer, ines herry, margot guillou and chloé tourneur from UCO Bretagne Nord (Guingamp, 22), was awarded the second prize for Innovation in Formulation, as well as the Philippe Collas prize - the public's favorite.

"Èra et La feuille de rasage is an innovative galenic product in the form of a 2-in-1 sheet. It combines a creamy shaving foam and a moisturizing, soothing aftershave gel, countering the aggression caused by shaving. Men prefer the 2-in-1 approach and use few skincare products. With Èra, we're ushering in a new era that combines practicality and effectiveness, to satisfy their needs."

The first Innovative Concept Prize was awarded to "Oxym", a project led by Youna Offret, Jade Le Net, Alizée Pichon and Louann Merour from the University of Rennes (Rennes, 35).

"This cotton mesh cap uses microcapsules releasing natural active ingredients, such as oyster shell and nettle extract, to protect the scalp and promote hair growth. Refillable with a reactivating spray, it is comfortable, breathable and eco-designed, ideal for everyday use. An innovative product for a natural, effective hair solution."

The 17th edition of U'Cosmetics will take place on Thursday, March 19, 2026. The theme will be "Well-aging cosmetics: what if cosmetics accompanied time instead of defying it?"

U'Cosmetics in figures
- 149 students enrolled
- 40 teams registered for pre-selection
- 16 schools and 19 courses represented
- 10 projects selected
- 42 partners (ingredient suppliers, manufacturers of raw materials and cosmetics, trade press, institutional partners)
- A jury of 12 industry experts
- 8 conferences 
- 260 participants (finalist teams, speakers, visitors and volunteers)

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