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Cosmetic Beauty Device
Cosmetic beauty devices are commercial mechanized tools developed for at-home use by beauty consumers for cosmetic and/or personal care purposes. They may be intended for stand-alone use or paired with topical products.
Cosmetic Beauty Device
Cosmetic beauty devices are commercial mechanized tools developed for at-home use by beauty consumers for cosmetic and/or personal care purposes. They may be intended for stand-alone use or paired with topical products.
Cosmetic Ingredient - Active
Cosmetic ingredients are considered single technologies/chemistries (that may include carriers, solvents, etc.) used as individual components in cosmetics and personal care preparations. Cosmetic ingredient entries are divided into two types: Active and Base ingredients.
Active Ingredient refers to an ingredient intended to influence biological activity.
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Color Cosmetics
Products that impart color to the skin or hair (foundation, eye shadow, lipstick, mascara, blush, nail polish, hair dyes, self tanners, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Skin Care
Products to care for skin in general (moisturizers for face/body, barrier reinforcement, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Anti-aging
Facial care products that target signs of aging (wrinkles, sagging, dullness, roughness, hyperpigmentation, dark circles, etc.) or support longevity and a youthful appearance (suppleness, glow, etc.); includes exfoliants and menopausal skin care
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Nutricosmetics
Products ingested for beauty benefits (supplements, collagen drinks, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Sun/Light Protection
Products to protect skin/hair against UV, blue light and infrared damage (UV filters, SPF boosters, photostabilizers, hair color protectants, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Hair/Scalp Treatments (New in 2026!)
Specialized treatments for hair and scalp issues (dandruff, itch, hair loss, hair damage, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Acne/Compromised Skin Care (New in 2026!)
Products designed to address specific skin conditions (acne, eczema/psoriasis, post-procedural care, healing, stretch marks/scars, soothing/reinforcing sensitive skin, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Hair/Scalp Care
Cleansing and care products for the hair and scalp (shampoos, conditioners, stylers, protectants, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Bath, Body & Hygiene
Products that cleanse or maintain whole body health (soaps, shower gels, bubble baths, foams, bars, intimate cleansing, facial toners, hand sanitizers, body sprays, antiperspirants/deodorants, oral care, body powders, anti-cellulite, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Wellness
Products designed to improve the user’s overall well-being and quality of life by promoting positive emotions, relaxation, immunity functions, etc. (e.g., fragrance, mind-body care, intimate care, etc.)
Cosmetic Ingredient - Base
Cosmetic ingredients are considered single technologies/chemistries (that may include carriers, solvents, etc.) used as individual components in cosmetics and personal care preparations. Cosmetic ingredient entries are divided into two types: Active and Base ingredients.
Base Ingredient refers to an ingredient serving a supporting, complementary role in a formulation (i.e., is not included in the formula for biological activity.)
Cosmetic Base Ingredient - Category: Acne/Compromised Skin Care (New in 2026!)
Products designed to address specific skin conditions (acne, eczema/psoriasis, post-procedural care, healing, stretch marks/scars, soothing/reinforcing sensitive skin, etc.)
Cosmetic Base Ingredient - Category: Anti-aging
Facial care products that target signs of aging (wrinkles, sagging, dullness, roughness, hyperpigmentation, dark circles, etc.) or support longevity and a youthful appearance (suppleness, glow, etc.); includes exfoliants and menopausal skin care
Cosmetic Base Ingredient - Category: Bath, Body and Hygiene
Products that cleanse or maintain whole body health (soaps, shower gels, bubble baths, foams, bars, intimate cleansing, facial toners, hand sanitizers, body sprays, antiperspirants/deodorants, oral care, body powders, anti-cellulite, etc.)
Cosmetic Base Ingredient - Category: Color Cosmetics
Products that impart color to the skin or hair (foundation, eye shadow, lipstick, mascara, blush, nail polish, hair dyes, self tanners, etc.)
Cosmetic Base Ingredient - Category: Hair/Scalp Care
Cleansing and care products for the hair and scalp (shampoos, conditioners, stylers, protectants, etc.)
Cosmetic Base Ingredient - Category: Hair/Scalp Treatments (New in 2026!)
Specialized treatments for hair and scalp issues (dandruff, itch, hair loss, hair damage, etc.)
Cosmetic Base Ingredient - Category: Nutricosmetics
Products ingested for beauty benefits (supplements, collagen drinks, etc.)
Cosmetic Base Ingredient - Category: Skin Care
Products to care for skin in general (moisturizers for face/body, barrier reinforcement, etc.)
Cosmetic Base Ingredient - Category: Sun/Light Protection
Products to protect skin/hair against UV, blue light and infrared damage (UV filters, SPF boosters, photostabilizers, hair color protectants, etc.)
Cosmetic Base Ingredient - Category: Wellness
Products designed to improve the user’s overall well-being and quality of life by promoting positive emotions, relaxation, immunity functions, etc. (e.g., fragrance, mind-body care, neurocosmetics, intimate care, etc.)
Cosmetic Ingredient Blend
Cosmetic ingredient blends refer to a combination of single ingredients that work synergistically together. An ingredient blend does not stand alone as a formula. Ingredient blends are further divided by product categories (see below).
Cosmetic Ingredient Blend - Category: Acne/Compromised Skin Care (New in 2026!)
Products designed to address specific skin conditions (acne, eczema/psoriasis, post-procedural care, healing, stretch marks/scars, soothing/reinforcing sensitive skin, etc.)
Cosmetic Ingredient Blend - Category: Anti-aging
Facial care products that target signs of aging (wrinkles, sagging, dullness, roughness, hyperpigmentation, dark circles, etc.) or support longevity and a youthful appearance (suppleness, glow, etc.); includes exfoliants and menopausal skin care
Cosmetic Ingredient Blend - Category: Bath, Body and Hygiene
Products that cleanse or maintain whole body health (soaps, shower gels, bubble baths, foams, bars, intimate cleansing, facial toners, hand sanitizers, body sprays, antiperspirants/deodorants, oral care, body powders, anti-cellulite, etc.)
Cosmetic Ingredient Blend - Category: Color Cosmetics
Products that impart color to the skin or hair (foundation, eye shadow, lipstick, mascara, blush, nail polish, hair dyes, self tanners, etc.)
Cosmetic Ingredient Blend - Category: Hair/Scalp Care
Cleansing and care products for the hair and scalp (shampoos, conditioners, stylers, protectants, etc.)
Cosmetic Ingredient Blend - Category: Hair/Scalp Treatments (New in 2026!)
Specialized treatments for hair and scalp issues (dandruff, itch, hair loss, hair damage, etc.)
Cosmetic Ingredient Blend - Category: Nutricosmetics
Products ingested for beauty benefits (supplements, collagen drinks, etc.)
Cosmetic Ingredient Blend - Category: Skin Care
Products to care for skin in general (moisturizers for face/body, barrier reinforcement, etc.)
Cosmetic Ingredient Blend - Category: Sun/Light Protection
Products to protect skin/hair against UV, blue light and infrared damage (UV filters, SPF boosters, photostabilizers, hair color protectants, etc.)
Cosmetic Ingredient Blend - Category: Wellness
Products designed to improve the user’s overall well-being and quality of life by promoting positive emotions, relaxation, immunity functions, etc. (e.g., fragrance, mind-body care, neurocosmetics, intimate care, etc.)
Digital Technologies - Consumer User
Digital technologies are divided into two groups based on the user: Consumer and Industry.
Consumer user digital technologies include smartphone apps, retailer “diagnostic tools,” VR/AR/metaverse appliances, online product advisor tools, etc., developed for use by consumers for beauty and personal care purposes.
Digital Tech - Category: Consumer User
Digital technologies for consumer users include smartphone apps, retailer “diagnostic tools,” VR/AR/metaverse appliances, etc., developed for beauty and personal care purposes.
Digital Technologies - Industry User
Industry user digital technologies may include platforms, databases, blockchain, sensors, etc., for project management, R&D collaboration, material sourcing, inventory tracking, production monitoring, etc., in the cosmetics industry.
Digital Tech - Category: Industry User
Finished Formula - Indie
Finished formulas refer to optimized cosmetics and personal care products that are commercially available to the consumer. These may include contract manufacturer formulas that have been commercialized.
Finished formula entries are divided into three types based on their intended positioning in the market (subject to interpretation by the entrant): Indie, Mass and Prestige.
Indie formulas refer to boutique-style products, often positioned as “mom-and-pop shop” and/or handcrafted, that are often mid-priced and aligned with specific tenets (clean, vegan, organic, etc.)
Finished Indie Formula - Category: Hair/Scalp Treatments (New in 2026!)
Specialized treatments for hair and scalp issues (dandruff, itch, hair loss, hair damage, etc.)
Finished Indie Formula - Category: Sun/Light Protection
Products to protect skin/hair against UV, blue light and infrared damage (UV filters, SPF boosters, photostabilizers, hair color protectants, etc.)
Finished Indie Formula - Category: Hair/Scalp Care
Cleansing and care products for the hair and scalp (shampoos, conditioners, stylers, protectants, etc.)
Finished Indie Formula - Category: Skin Care
Products to care for skin in general (moisturizers for face/body, barrier reinforcement, etc.)
Finished Indie Formula - Category: Acne/Compromised Skin Care (New in 2026!)
Products designed to address specific skin conditions (acne, eczema/psoriasis, post-procedural care, healing, stretch marks/scars, soothing/reinforcing sensitive skin, etc.)
Finished Indie Formula - Category: Wellness
Products designed to improve the user’s overall well-being and quality of life by promoting positive emotions, relaxation, immunity functions, etc. (e.g., fragrance, mind-body care, neurocosmetics, intimate care, etc.)
Finished Indie Formula - Category: Color Cosmetics
Products that impart color to the skin or hair (foundation, eye shadow, lipstick, mascara, blush, nail polish, hair dyes, self tanners, etc.)
Finished Indie Formula - Category: Nutricosmetics
Products ingested for beauty benefits (supplements, collagen drinks, etc.)
Finished Indie Formula - Category: Anti-aging
Facial care products that target signs of aging (wrinkles, sagging, dullness, roughness, hyperpigmentation, dark circles, etc.) or support longevity and a youthful appearance (suppleness, glow, etc.); includes exfoliants and menopausal skin care
Finished Indie Formula - Category: Bath, Body and Hygiene
Products that cleanse or maintain whole body health (soaps, shower gels, bubble baths, foams, bars, intimate cleansing, facial toners, hand sanitizers, body sprays, antiperspirants/deodorants, oral care, body powders, anti-cellulite, etc.)
Finished Formula - Mass
Finished formulas refer to optimized cosmetics and personal care products that are commercially available to the consumer. These may include contract manufacturer formulas that have been commercialized.
Finished formula entries are divided into three types based on their intended positioning in the market (subject to interpretation by the entrant): Indie, Mass and Prestige.
Mass market formulas are typically products with lower price points intended for a broader consumer base and often sold through larger chain and “big box” retailers.
Finished Mass Formula - Category: Bath, Body and Hygiene
Products that cleanse or maintain whole body health (soaps, shower gels, bubble baths, foams, bars, intimate cleansing, facial toners, hand sanitizers, body sprays, antiperspirants/deodorants, oral care, body powders, anti-cellulite, etc.)
Finished Mass Formula - Category: Acne/Compromised Skin Care (New in 2026!)
Products designed to address specific skin conditions (acne, eczema/psoriasis, post-procedural care, healing, stretch marks/scars, soothing/reinforcing sensitive skin, etc.)
Finished Mass Formula - Category: Color Cosmetics
Products that impart color to the skin or hair (foundation, eye shadow, lipstick, mascara, blush, nail polish, hair dyes, self tanners, etc.)
Finished Mass Formula - Category: Nutricosmetics
Products ingested for beauty benefits (supplements, collagen drinks, etc.)
Finished Mass Formula - Category: Anti-aging
Facial care products that target signs of aging (wrinkles, sagging, dullness, roughness, hyperpigmentation, dark circles, etc.) or support longevity and a youthful appearance (suppleness, glow, etc.); includes exfoliants and menopausal skin care
Finished Mass Formula - Category: Hair/Scalp Treatments (New in 2026!)
Specialized treatments for hair and scalp issues (dandruff, itch, hair loss, hair damage, etc.)
Finished Mass Formula - Category: Skin Care
Products to care for skin in general (moisturizers for face/body, barrier reinforcement, etc.)
Finished Mass Formula - Category: Wellness
Products designed to improve the user’s overall well-being and quality of life by promoting positive emotions, relaxation, immunity functions, etc. (e.g., fragrance, mind-body care, neurocosmetics, intimate care, etc.)
Finished Mass Formula - Category: Hair/Scalp Care
Cleansing and care products for the hair and scalp (shampoos, conditioners, stylers, protectants, etc.)
Finished Mass Formula - Category: Sun/Light Protection
Products to protect skin/hair against UV, blue light and infrared damage (UV filters, SPF boosters, photostabilizers, hair color protectants, etc.)
Finished Formula - Prestige
Finished formulas refer to optimized cosmetics and personal care products that are commercially available to the consumer. These may include contract manufacturer formulas that have been commercialized.
Finished formula entries are divided into three types based on their intended positioning in the market (subject to interpretation by the entrant): Indie, Mass and Prestige.
Prestige formulas are products positioned for the luxury consumer, often sold at a higher price point through specialized channels.
Finished Prestige Formula - Category: Acne/Compromised Skin Care (New in 2026!)
Products designed to address specific skin conditions (acne, eczema/psoriasis, post-procedural care, healing, stretch marks/scars, soothing/reinforcing sensitive skin, etc.)
Finished Prestige Formula - Category: Anti-aging
Facial care products that target signs of aging (wrinkles, sagging, dullness, roughness, hyperpigmentation, dark circles, etc.) or support longevity and a youthful appearance (suppleness, glow, etc.); includes exfoliants and menopausal skin care
Finished Prestige Formula - Category: Bath, Body and Hygiene
Products that cleanse or maintain whole body health (soaps, shower gels, bubble baths, foams, bars, intimate cleansing, facial toners, hand sanitizers, body sprays, antiperspirants/deodorants, oral care, body powders, anti-cellulite, etc.)
Finished Prestige Formula - Category: Color Cosmetics
Products that impart color to the skin or hair (foundation, eye shadow, lipstick, mascara, blush, nail polish, hair dyes, self tanners, etc.)
Finished Prestige Formula - Category: Hair/Scalp Care
Cleansing and care products for the hair and scalp (shampoos, conditioners, stylers, protectants, etc.)
Finished Prestige Formula - Category: Hair/Scalp Treatments (New in 2026!)
Specialized treatments for hair and scalp issues (dandruff, itch, hair loss, hair damage, etc.)
Finished Prestige Formula - Category: Nutricosmetics
Products ingested for beauty benefits (supplements, collagen drinks, etc.)
Finished Prestige Formula - Category: Skin Care
Products to care for skin in general (moisturizers for face/body, barrier reinforcement, etc.)
Finished Prestige Formula - Category: Wellness
Products designed to improve the user’s overall well-being and quality of life by promoting positive emotions, relaxation, immunity functions, etc. (e.g., fragrance, mind-body care, neurocosmetics, intimate care, etc.)
Finished Prestige Formula - Category: Sun/Light Protection
Products to protect skin/hair against UV, blue light and infrared damage (UV filters, SPF boosters, photostabilizers, hair color protectants, etc.)
Prototype Product/Chassis
Prototype products and chassis refer to preparations that are not commercially available to consumers. They include product concepts that manufacturers could build upon and refine to commercialize, and/or concepts prepared to demonstrate ingredient capabilities and/or formulating services. They may also include contract manufacturer products that are not yet commercialized.
Prototype Product/Chassis - Category: Acne/Compromised Skin Care (New in 2026!)
Products designed to address specific skin conditions (acne, eczema/psoriasis, post-procedural care, healing, stretch marks/scars, soothing/reinforcing sensitive skin, etc.)
Prototype Product/Chassis - Category: Anti-aging
Facial care products that target signs of aging (wrinkles, sagging, dullness, roughness, hyperpigmentation, dark circles, etc.) or support longevity and a youthful appearance (suppleness, glow, etc.); includes exfoliants and menopausal skin care
Prototype Product/Chassis - Category: Bath, Body and Hygiene
Products that cleanse or maintain whole body health (soaps, shower gels, bubble baths, foams, bars, intimate cleansing, facial toners, hand sanitizers, body sprays, antiperspirants/deodorants, oral care, body powders, anti-cellulite, etc.)
Prototype Product/Chassis - Category: Color Cosmetics
Products that impart color to the skin or hair (foundation, eye shadow, lipstick, mascara, blush, nail polish, hair dyes, self tanners, etc.)
Prototype Product/Chassis - Category: Hair/Scalp Care
Cleansing and care products for the hair and scalp (shampoos, conditioners, stylers, protectants, etc.)
Prototype Product/Chassis - Category: Hair/Scalp Treatments (New in 2026!)
Specialized treatments for hair and scalp issues (dandruff, itch, hair loss, hair damage, etc.)
Prototype Product/Chassis - Category: Nutricosmetics
Products ingested for beauty benefits (supplements, collagen drinks, etc.)
Prototype Product/Chassis - Category: Skin Care
Products to care for skin in general (moisturizers for face/body, barrier reinforcement, etc.)
Prototype Product/Chassis - Category: Sun/Light Protection
Products to protect skin/hair against UV, blue light and infrared damage (UV filters, SPF boosters, photostabilizers, hair color protectants, etc.)
Prototype Product/Chassis - Category: Wellness
Products designed to improve the user’s overall well-being and quality of life by promoting positive emotions, relaxation, immunity functions, etc. (e.g., fragrance, mind-body care, neurocosmetics, intimate care, etc.)
Test Method/Tool
A test method/tool refers to AI-driven, high-throughput, in vitro, ex vivo, etc., test methods, tools, substrates, protocols and technologies developed for cosmetics R&D purposes to support product or ingredient claims; prove efficacy, safety and stability; etc.
Test Method/Tool
A test method/tool refers to AI-driven, high-throughput, in vitro, ex vivo, etc., test methods, tools, substrates, protocols and technologies developed for cosmetics R&D purposes to support product or ingredient claims; prove efficacy, safety and stability; etc.