Cosmetics Inspiration & Creation

Weekly Inspiration #34 - a curation of beauty, fashion, and retail news. Find us on Instagram, X & TikTok to keep updated on all things beauty. Sol de Janeiro is moving into art by hosting an installation, “Jardim Sol de Janeiro,” at Art Basel Miami Beach. The exhibit celebrates Brazilian culture and the brand’s Cheirosa scents. Each artist designed "Cheirosa Portals" inspired by Rio’s orelhões (public outdoor telephone booths), reflecting the personality of scents like Cheirosa 62, 68, and 59. ©️Photo courtesy of Sol de Janeiro  Source: https://lnkd.in/eBpnj2A2 Nike bridges style and beauty by collaborating with makeup artist Isamaya Ffrench, known for evolving what beauty and power look like and how they intersect. Her Air Max DN design explores texture, color, and material and is inspired by women athletes whose influence extends from the court to the fashion world. ©️Photo courtesy of Nike & Ismaya Ffrench Source: https://lnkd.in/ezee9vPj MERIT and Completedworks teamed up to create a jewelry collection inspired by Merit’s “Retrospect” fragrance. Drawing from the perfume‘s sculptural bottle, the collection includes gold and silver earrings with pearl accents. The subtle folds and pinches also capture the essence of the scent while blending rigid forms with fabric-like fluidity. ©️Photo courtesy of Merit and Completedworks Source: https://lnkd.in/egGREAmt South Korean derma Skincare brand Cell Fusion C enters the "beauty-from-within market" with its new edible UV Care Formula Jelly and Powder. Packed with patented plant extracts and collagen peptides, the these supplements address skin damage due to UV, and the brand claims it "boost skin healt" with the goal to make consumers "skin confident" from the inside-out. ©️Photo courtesy of Cell Fusion C Source: https://lnkd.in/eghAp_jb Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year, #MochaMousse, is described as a warm and rich brown, representing comfort and indulgence. The color is being incorporated into beauty, fashion, and lifestyle designs, with brands such as Tealeaves and Ipsy featuring it in their offerings. Designers can explore the color through five curated palettes: Relaxed Elegance, Floral Pathways, Uniquely Balanced, Deliciousness, and Subtle Contrasts. ©️Photo courtesy of Pantone Source: https://lnkd.in/eU5MTcAR Find us on our website for articles & access to our exclusives Beauty Books. #beauty #retail #makeup #skincare #wellness #news

Inspiring innovation is at the heart of what we do! A big thank you to our 4K+ followers here on LinkedIn for being part of our journey. Did you know we’re also on Instagram and TikTok? Follow us there to explore a curated collection of creative insights and stay ahead in the world of innovation! What to expect: Fashion, design, artistic, and retail inspirations curated by the team  Inspiring products, brands, and photographers features  And our Weekly Inspirations every Friday, to stay updated on creative markets! Follow us now and don’t miss out: 🔗 Instagram: https://lnkd.in/dfKT7vFd 🔗 TikTok: https://lnkd.in/dfd9CSZR Get ready to be inspired – we can’t wait to see you there! #Creativity #Inspiration #SocialMedia #Community #Trends #Beauty

Weekly Inspiration #33 - a curation of beauty, fashion, and retail news. Find us on X, LinkedIn & TikTok to keep updated on all things beauty. FaiveleyTech created a sustainable alternative biocomposite cap for BYREDO’s Mojave Ghost Absolu de Parfum using Sulapac material. The design, inspired by Japanese burnt wood, features detailed engraving, magnetic assembly, and highlights craftsmanship alongside environmental responsibility. ©️Photo courtesy of Byredo Source: https://lnkd.in/e-pSDTaU TikTok will block under-18s from using beauty filters that alter facial features like plumping lips or smoothing skin, addressing concerns about mental health like self-esteem and anxiety. TikTok also announced it was tightening its systems to block users under 13 from the platform.  ©️Deathtostock / Fanette Guilloud Source:  https://lnkd.in/ezgcVNcc Bvlgari has turned its signature Pantone colors into a unique cocktail collection at the Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts Paris. Inspired by its Italian heritage, shades like Grey Vulcano and Green Lauro are offered as alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, following the trend of luxury brands connecting gastronomy to their identity. ©️Photo courtesy of Bvlgari Source: https://lnkd.in/ewCcuwz9 barrière has partnered with NYC tattoo artist Bluestone Babe to create transdermal wellness patches that work as temporary tattoos. These patches deliver immune-boosting ingredients like elderberry, zinc, and vitamin D3 while combining self-care with unique tattoo-inspired designs. Made with plant-based, vegan, and hypoallergenic materials, they’re water-resistant and easy to apply, offering a stylish way to stay healthy during cold and flu season. ©️Photo courtesy of Barrière Source: https://lnkd.in/e-4vGmg6 Unilever is investing €100 million to build an in-house fragrance R&D team, blending neuroscience and AI with product development. This intention is to help the company innovate faster, respond to trends quickly, and create scents for products like Dove and Axe. ©️Photo courtesy of Uniliver Source: https://lnkd.in/e4cg6_tW Find us on our website for articles & access to our exclusives Beauty Books. #beauty #retail #makeup #skincare #wellness #news

The beauty industry must find ways to transcend nature in order to ensure a more sustainable future, taking inspiration from the latest biotech material innovations from the worlds of fashion and design. At MakeUp in New York 2024, our Chief Inspiration Office Leïla Rochet sat down with Sarah Jindal of Mintel and Sebastien Bardon of Capsum to discuss why beauty must think and act boldly to confront today's environmental challenges and meet the expectations of proactive consumers. Click on the link to read the highlights from Transcendent Nature: Bold Ambition for a Better Future, one of our four Beauty Talks held at this year's #MakeupInNewYork event. Thank you to Sarah and Sebastian for their precious time and invaluable insights 🙏 #beauty #skincare #makeup #wellness #cosmetics #beautytrends #cleanbeauty #sustainablebeauty #beautyinnovation #beautytech #beautyindustry #trends2025 #trendforecasting #beautytradeshow #beautyinspiration #cosmeticseeds #cosmeticsindustry https://lnkd.in/ed72_26j

Weekly Inspiration #32 - a curation of beauty, fashion, and retail news. Find us on Instagram, X & TikTok to keep updated on all things beauty. Naomi Arimoto, a Japanese manicurist, creates nail art using microplastics collected from local beaches. Her objective is to rise awareness and encourage action against plastic pollution as the United Nations summit in Busan approaches. ©️Photo courtesy of REUTERS/Manami Yamada Source: https://lnkd.in/d3F5SJbS. Amazon’s "Haul" outlet offers products under $20, targeting competitors like Temu and Shein. Although it focuses on affordability with slower shipping, concerns about product quality and environmental impact may create challenges for its success. ©️Deathtostock / Tino Renato Source: https://lnkd.in/dpt2eEmG Pharrell’s collaboration with evian and his skincare brand Humanrace introduces two water bottles, still and sparkling, marketed as the fountain of youth, promoting longevity and wellness. Launched alongside a clothing collection, Evian’s first-ever glass design focus on simplicity and collectibility. ©️Photo courtesy of Humanrace Source:  https://lnkd.in/djPipgcq Olfactory Art Keller, a New York gallery founded by Dr. Andreas Keller, a neuroscience and philosophy scholar, focuses on showcasing scent as art. With bold fragrances like Rachel Barfield’s “Shame,” it hosts creative exhibitions that invite both amateurs and perfumers to explore unique and emotional scents. ©️Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Renstrom Source: https://lnkd.in/dw3nSGxS Noon’s new mushroom gummies, “Focus,” “Chill+,” and “Sleep,” combine Traditional Chinese Medicine with neuroscience. Engineered with a dual-layer system for better absorption, these plant-based, sugar-free gummies are designed to improve focus, reduce stress, and support better sleep using adaptogens and nootropics. ©️Photo courtesy of Noon Source: https://lnkd.in/gc9PcyTm Find us on our website for articles & access to our exclusives Beauty Books. #beauty #retail #makeup #skincare #wellness #news

Our Chief Inspiration Office Leïla Rochet sat down with the one and only Danessa Myricks at MakeUp in New York to learn how the beauty founder went from, "an accidental makeup artist, an accidental brand founder, and even an accidental photographer," to one of the industry's brightest stars. Click on the link to read an extended extract from our exclusive conversation with the CEO and Founder of Danessa Myricks Beauty. Discover how a combination of courage and creativity shaped a brand that is now leading the conversation on inclusivity and artistry. "In Danessa’s world, makeup is not a mask but a tool of empowerment – an opportunity to celebrate one’s individuality and unleash creativity." Leïla Rochet Thank you to Danessa Myricks for sharing her time, her wisdom, and vision with us! 🙏 💄 💫 https://lnkd.in/eQptE8P7 #beauty #makeup #skincare #wellness #cosmetics #beautytrends #beautyindustry #beautyinnovation #beautytradeshow #makeupinnewyork #trends2025 #trendforecasting

Weekly Inspiration #31 - a curation of beauty, fashion, and retail news. Find us on Instagram, X & TikTok to keep updated on all things beauty. Parfums Christian Dior partners with Avantium, becoming the first cosmetics brand to integrate Releaf, a plant-based, recyclable polymer, into primary packaging. This eco-friendly material, with superior barrier properties, marks a shift towards sustainable luxury under LVMH’s 2022 offtake agreement with Avantium. ©️Photo courtesy of Dior https://lnkd.in/eR8kPJSi CHANEL’s new 180m² "Maison de Beauté" in Paris is an immersive flagship dedicated to fragrance, makeup, and skincare, embodying the French spirit of the brand. Visitors can explore Chanel’s beauty collection and discover their signature scent through expert-led fragrance workshops in a refined setting. ©️Photo courtesy of Chanel https://lnkd.in/eVNQnPy2 In the growing “Sleep Economy,” trends like #SleepyGirlMocktail and #DailyShed show a shift towards sleep-focused beauty routines, enhancing both rest and wellness. Brands are developing products that align with this focus on sleep quality. Discover more about this trend in our latest report, Higher Perspectives - The Future of Skincare and Wellness. ©️Photo courtesy of @maytemyers https://lnkd.in/exN9nzqi Base Beauty Creative Agency™ and Mintel explore how Gen Z and Millennials aspiration-driven buying habits shape beauty. Their "Chasing Rich" report highlights the influence of social media, dupes, and accessible luxury on modern consumer behavior. ©️Photo by Shauna Summers - Deathtostock https://lnkd.in/eXkw29QX Find us on our website for articles & access to our exclusives Beauty Books. #beauty #retail #makeup #skincare #wellness #news

Sleep is the wellness topic of our time, and our collective obsession with the quantity and quality of the sleep we're getting (or not getting) is fuelling a market for products and services primed to optimise our bedtime routines. According to SPATE, sleep-related searches have grown +124% YoY on U.S. TikTok (up to Oct 29) as the fascination with sleep performance intensifies. Across social media, influencers and creators are sharing their tips and rituals on how to boost your beauty while you rest. Now, a good night's sleep is measured not by how many hours you've slept, but by how you've used those hours (because performance is everything, even when you're resting...). Click on the links below to read our Social Media Team's analysis of The #Sleepmaxxing Moment, and discover what this means for your next product innovation: In English: https://lnkd.in/exN9nzqi   In French: https://lnkd.in/emyS5xUx #beauty #makeup #cosmetics #skincare #wellness #sleep #sleepeconomy #beautytrends #beautyinnovation #beautyindustry #beautytech #cosmeticseeds #trends2025 #trendforecasting

Weekly Inspiration #30 - a curation of beauty, fashion, and retail news. Find us on Instagram, X & TikTok to keep updated on all things beauty. Benefit Cosmetics’s new 3D virtual shopping experience, The Benemart, lets users browse as avatars, shop with friends, and play games. Launching alongside London’s physical pop-up, it brings interactive, grocery-themed beauty shopping to digital and in-store customers. ©️Photo courtesy of Benefit Source: https://lnkd.in/ecAiFG6E Stella McCartney’s latest The Stella Times includes hidden golden tickets for prizes like her vegan Ryder bag and Paul McCartney concert tickets. Launching November 7 in stores, it highlights brand updates, sustainability, and fun engagement. ©️Photo courtesy of Stella McCartney Source: https://lnkd.in/e3Ss6TUg After controversies, Haeckels (Peoplecareplanetcare) is rebranding momentarily as "Formerly Known As Haeckels," putting a big emphasis on sustainability and transparency. The relaunch includes eco-friendly packaging, a simpler product range, and a direct-to-consumer focus, with the community helping decide on a new name. ©️Photo courtesy of Formerly Known As Haeckels Source: https://lnkd.in/eDnyvsaS Brands are getting into the “squish effect” trend made popular by Pika AI, which allows users to warp images in surreal ways. CTZN Cosmetics and CULT GAIA recently used it in campaigns that grabbed people’s attention with its unique visuals. ©️Photo courtesy of Cult Gaia Source: https://lnkd.in/gY6Wn8Uw Lucas Meyer Cosmetics - by Clariant’ Pickmulse, a quinoa-based emulsifier, offers sensitive skin-friendly, surfactant-free formulations with a soft feel. It helps stabilize ingredients, supports different textures, and is sustainably sourced from Bolivian quinoa. ©️Photo courtesy of Lucas Meyer Cosmetics Source: https://lnkd.in/eDkJMWdu With Trump back in office, Venture Capitals (VCs) fear increased challenges for women-led startups. While sectors like tech and fossil fuels may benefit, they warn that Trump’s policies may hinder diversity-focused funding, urging VCs to prioritize investments in women-driven companies. ©️Photo courtesy of Shauna Summers Source: https://lnkd.in/ePZxdmEb Find us on our website for articles & access to our exclusives Beauty Books. #beauty #retail #makeup #skincare #wellness #news

Last September, our CIO, Leïla Rochet, had the pleasure of sitting down with the visionary Danessa Myricks at the Makeup in NewYork to explore her inspiring journey in beauty. “The conference provided a rare opportunity to delve into Danessa’s path to success, the challenges she’s faced, and her forward-thinking vision for the future,” shared Leïla Rochet, CIO of Cosmetics Inspiration & Creation. Danessa’s insights during the event illuminated a profound dedication to our industry and the values that define her unique approach. “It’s all about having the courage to try new things—even today,” she shared. “I live in a space of courage.” A special thanks to Happi for capturing this inspiring conversation in their latest article. MakeUp in #BeautyIndustry #DanessaMyricks #Innovation #CosmeticsIC #Makeup #HappiMagazine #MakeupinNY2024 https://lnkd.in/eg4uK3y5