Sanex is expanding its product lineup with the Derma Menopause line and is drawing on an Opinion Way study conducted in March 2026 to quantify consumer needs: 81 % of women associate menopause with «rediscovered freedom .» And 71 % notice changes in their skin.

At VivaTech 2026, Technature is partnering with Wired Beauty to showcase a method for measuring biological indicators related to skin condition in just a few minutes. The stated goal is to accelerate the evaluation of formulations and strengthen evidence of efficacy by directly leveraging biological data.

L'Oréal acquires a majority stake in Innovist, an Indian platform for science-based skincare brands. The founding team will remain in place, and the brands will join the Consumer Products Division.

The new Sorbier Parfums brand is launching an initial collection of three fragrances formulated in Grasse in collaboration with Robertet, with concentrations ranging from 25 % to 30 %, and sales set to begin in July 2026.