What is really going on in the beauty industry today? In this episode, Barbara Olioso reports live from Cosmoprof Bologna 2026 — one of the world's biggest beauty trade shows — to break down the four major trends shaping the future of cosmetics. From longevity science and biotech breakthroughs to cooling sensoriality and transformative textures, the show floor revealed where the industry is heading next. Barbara also highlights standout products from the Cosmopack awards, explores how brands like Dr Organic are using data-driven claims to win consumer trust, and explains why having the right ingredient data is the foundation of staying ahead. Whether you're a formulator, brand owner, or beauty enthusiast, this episode gives you the insights you need to keep up with a fast-moving industry. Visit https://thegreenchemist.com/ and find sustainable ingredients with useful data at https://greenchemfinder.com/

Dr Barbara Olioso, The Green Chemist, reports from the Sustainability Zone Theatre at in-cosmetics Global 2026 in Paris. In this episode: biotech and upcycled ingredients, the comeback stories of Palo Santo and rosewood, and a deep dive into the Green Preservation Roundtable — covering multifunctionals, regulatory guidance on preservative claims, challenge testing best practice, and the future of Annex V.

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