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Featuring: Jane Palmer, CEO, Nature Coatings; Elodie Carpentier, General Manager & Co-Founder, Le Rouge Français; and Shiyan Zering, Senior Research Analyst, Mintel Summary The color cosmetics sector is entering a new phase of transformation. While creativity, self-expression and trend-led innovation remain central to the category, brands are increasingly navigating economic uncertainty, chang...

  In this episode of In Conversation With, Global Cosmetics News turns its focus to the global personal care market—a category forecast to reach US$167bn between 2023 and 2028, but one now operating in an increasingly volatile and resource-constrained environment. Just months into 2026, geopolitical disruption, inflationary pressures and supply chain instability are already reshaping how brands so...

In this episode of In Conversation With, Global Cosmetics News turns its focus to the global sun care market—a category that remains central to beauty, but is becoming more structured, disciplined and strategically driven. Valued at US$14.6bn in 2026 and projected to reach US$22bn, sun care growth is being shaped less by hype and more by strong portfolio management, retail execution, regulatory co...

  In this episode of In Conversation With, Global Cosmetics News turns its focus to the global skin care market—long considered the engine room of the US$450bn beauty industry—now entering a more cautious, value-led phase of growth in 2026. After several years of rapid expansion driven by premiumisation, price increases and constant innovation, the category is being reshaped by economic uncertaint...

In this episode of In Conversation With, Global Cosmetics News turns its focus to the global hair care market—one of beauty’s fastest-evolving categories. Valued at approximately US$110bn in 2025 and forecast to reach US$151bn by 2030, hair care is being reshaped by shifting consumer expectations, scientific advances, sustainability pressures and tightening regulation. As the industry moves into 2...

In-Conversation With – Global Cosmetics News Podcast Navigating the Year Ahead for the Global Cosmetics Sector In this flagship episode of In Conversation With, Global Cosmetics News host Siobhan Murphy is joined by leading B2B journalist Julia Wray to map out the business-critical forces that will define cosmetics innovation, regulation, sourcing, and consumer demand in 2026. Whether you’re formu...

How science, policy, and consumer shifts shaped a transformative year in cosmetics Welcome to our Year-in-Review podcast episode where we explore the seismic changes that reshaped the global beauty and personal care industry throughout 2025. In a landscape defined by rapid technological advancement, policy reform, and evolving consumer values, our expert guests— How science, policy, and consumer s...

Rethinking Beauty for the Overlooked Powerhouse Consumer In this episode of In Conversation With, Global Cosmetics News turns its attention to Generation X—a demographic commanding 25% of beauty category spend, representing a staggering US$1.5 trillion globally. While most brands pursue Gen Z, Gen X remains critically under-addressed—despite their high expectations, spending power, and growing int...

Innovating for Millennials – The Future of Beauty in 2025 How brands are redefining beauty to meet the expectations of an informed, evolving millennial audience.   A Podcast for Beauty Industry Leaders As the beauty industry continues to chase Gen Z, has it forgotten the powerhouse that is the millennial consumer? Once the dominant voice in beauty culture—driving YouTube reviews, nostalgic collabo...

Redefining Beauty for a Digital-First Generation In this episode of In Conversation With, Global Cosmetics News explores the dynamic preferences and evolving expectations of Gen Z adults—a digitally native, values-driven generation poised to reshape the future of the beauty industry. Hosted by Siobhan Murphy, the episode features insights from: Georgia Stafford, Senior Research Analyst, Beauty, Pe...

Shaping Safe, Engaging, and Responsible Beauty for the Next Generation In this episode of In Conversation With, host Siobhan Murphy explores one of the fastest-growing and most influential categories in beauty and personal care: the teen market. Valued at US$25 billion today and projected to reach US$33 billion by 2028, this segment is being reshaped by social media trends, rising disposable incom...

In this episode of In Conversation With, host Siobhan Murphy explores the rapid evolution of one of beauty and personal care’s most sensitive and high-growth categories: pregnancy and baby care. As global sales are projected to reach US$254 billion in 2025 and soar to US$419 billion by 2032, consumer demand is reshaping how brands formulate, market, and innovate. Joining Siobhan to unpack the tren...

Color with Purpose In this episode of the Global Cosmetics News Podcast, host Siobhan Murphy explores how color cosmetics are evolving in 2025—from mood-boosting pigments to tech-enabled personalization and performance-meets-sustainability formulations. With the global color cosmetics market set to hit US$79 billion in 2025 and forecast to grow to US$148 billion by 2030, the industry is experienci...

Redefining Everyday Essentials In this episode of the Global Cosmetics News Podcast, host Siobhan Murphy explores the fast-changing personal care landscape—from deodorants and body washes to toothpaste and beyond. With consumers demanding more from the products they use daily, the industry is seeing massive shifts driven by ingredient scrutiny, sustainability, and technology. Joining Siobhan are t...

Discover What’s Next in Sun Protection In this episode of the Global Cosmetics News Podcast, host Siobhan Murphy explores the rapidly evolving suncare landscape. With global temperatures rising and consumer demand shifting, the category is on track to grow from €20 billion to a projected €177 billion globally. But is the industry ready? Joining Siobhan to discuss the innovations, challenges, and o...

Redefining Skincare Innovation In this episode of the Global Cosmetics News Podcast, host Siobhan Murphy explores the latest breakthroughs, challenges, and consumer trends shaping the future of skincare innovation. With insights from top industry experts, we uncover why skincare innovation is slowing down despite growing consumer demand and how biotechnology, sustainability, and advanced testing m...

Discover 2025’s top hair care trends, from AI-powered personalization to sustainable innovations. Learn from industry experts shaping the future of hair care. Panelists Mallory Huron – Director of Beauty & Wellness, Fashion Snoops Kameese Davis – CEO/Founder, Nylah Naturals Emma Heathcote-James – Founder, The Little Soap Company Jennifer O'Hara – Technical Marketing Manager, Inolex Key Themes...

Explore the latest cosmetics industry trends for 2025 in this episode of the Global Cosmetics News Podcast with Siobhan Murphy. Joined by industry expert Arnita Wofford, this insightful discussion unpacks the major consumer, technology, environmental, and financial trends shaping the future of beauty. Key Themes Consumer Trends: Self-expression, natural formulations, and local sourcing are at the...

What to Expect in This Episode   From groundbreaking advancements in technology to the rising demand for sustainability and inclusivity, 2024 proved to be a pivotal year for the beauty sector. This episode dives deep into the defining moments and asks the big questions:   Who were the winners and losers of 2024? How did brands navigate evolving consumer demands? What’s next for the industry?   Mee...

Episode Overview: What Are Derma Cosmetics? In recent years, "derma cosmetics" has become a buzzword in the beauty industry, and 2024 has seen this term reach new heights. But what exactly are derma cosmetics, and what sets them apart from traditional skincare? Derma cosmetics are specially formulated skincare products that utilize advanced active ingredients to target and treat specific skin conc...

In this episode of In Conversation With, we explore a market the cosmetics industry has largely overlooked—menopausal women. According to a 2020 report by venture capital firm Female Founders Fund, around one billion women are expected to be in menopause by 2025, with business opportunities projected at US$600 billion. So why has the cosmetics industry been slow to tap into this growing market? Jo...

Although people of color make up 40% of the U.S. population, brands targeting melanin-rich skin contribute to less than 3% of total beauty industry revenues, according to a McKinsey report. So, where has the beauty industry fallen short?   This month, Arnita Wofford , Chief Marketing Officer at Sweetch , and Siobhan Murphy, Publishing Director at Global Cosmetics Media , explore the crucial invest...

Over the past four years, the colour cosmetics industry has evolved dynamically. Consumer demands for innovation, personalization, and sustainability have shifted towards more sophisticated and eco-friendly offerings. As manufacturers strive to merge aesthetic appeal with eco-conscious practices, This month's panel: Mallory Huron ,  Senior Strategist for Beauty & Wellness at  Fashion Snoops, t...

  Are concentrated formulas the future of personal care products? Concentrated formulas require: Fewer raw materials Less water Smaller quantities per application Smaller packaging or no packaging   One might say a compelling solution to the industry’s sustainability problems. So why are manufacturers slow to adapt? This month's panel: Mallory Huron , Senior Strategist for Beauty & Wellness at...

The escalating climate crisis has elevated sun protection from a seasonal consideration to a daily necessity. This presents boundless possibilities for innovation within the sun protection product market. This month's panel: Sara Dudley, CEO of The Sunscreen Company, and Arnita Wofford, Global Marketing Director, Technical Marketing Innovator, and Content Creator, discuss how this pivotal industry...