TRI-K Beauty & Personal Care Insights

Written By Nicole Scalera

Navigating Trends for 2024

Sara Manganelli, Nicole Scalera, and Megan Kwiecien

Sustainability Takes Center Stage

In 2024, sustainability is more than just a buzzword; it's a strategic imperative for cosmetic formulators. The industry is steering towards formulations that embrace eco-friendly practices, minimizing environmental impact. From responsibly sourced ingredients to reduced carbon footprints, sustainability is shaping the future of cosmetic formulations.

The Rise of Plant-Based & Biotechnological Formulations

Plant-based and biotechnological alternatives are driving a paradigm shift in cosmetic formulations. These alternatives not only meet the demand for cruelty-free products but also usher in a new era of high-performance, effective solutions. Expect to see a surge in formulations that leverage the power of nature and cutting-edge biotechnology.

Transparency & the Scientific Approach

Transparency is a growing priority for consumers, and cosmetic formulators are responding with a scientific approach. The era of hidden ingredients is fading, replaced by formulations backed by rigorous scientific research. Consumers can now expect clear information about the ingredients, their benefits, and the science supporting product claims.

As we navigate the cosmetic formulation landscape of 2024, these trends offer a glimpse into the future of beauty products that are not only effective but also align with ethical and environmental considerations.

 

Current BPC Macro Trends

 

What claims are consumers looking for?

Source: Mintel Patents Insights Oct.2023, Mintel GNPD

 

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EssentiaTein® Protect
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EssentiaTein® Protect
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Pollution-proof your hair

EssentiaTein® Protect’s targeted enzymatic process delivers multi-benefit efficacy in one product. Anti-pollution power with active benefits to repair hair's cuticle from the damage caused by UV rays, locks in essential hydration, and enhances shine. The unique trio of sustainable ingredients, Rice, Baobab, and Amaranth rejuvenates hair when damaged by daily pollution, UV rays, and oxidative stress, restoring the cuticle for healthier-looking, hair with a mirror-like shine.

INCI Hydrolyzed Rice Protein (and) Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract (and) Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract

HyaClear® 7
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HyaClear® 7
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The supercharged moisturizer

Hyaclear® 7 is an optimized ratio of seven unique molecular weights (range of 3,000 to 2,300,000 Da MW) of sodium hyaluronate that: Provides maximum moisturization to the skin. Ensures multi-functional benefits after single application. With continuous application, HyaClear® 7 can stimulate skin to produce more hyaluronic acid for deeper moisturization and younger looking skin.

INCI Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate

Galguard® LipoG
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Galguard® LipoG
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Amino acid-based booster technology

Galguard® LipoG is an amino acid-based antimicrobial booster technology that brings many benefits to personal care formulations. It supports the preservation system and brings additional benefits such a sebum regulation, pH restoration, control of acne and dandruff microorganisms for balanced skin and scalp. LipoG is produced via a patented green chemistry process featuring non-hazardous reagents and a biodegradable catalyst.

INCI Capryloyl Glycine, Undecylenoyl Glycine

Fision® GlowPlex
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Fision® GlowPlex
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One of a kind skin glow

Fision® GlowPlex is a first-of-its-kind active for skin glow, created with gold standard niacinamide in combination with TRI-K’s renowned NaturePep® natural peptide technologies. Fision® GlowPlex is a multi-functional skincare active providing efficacious skin glow benefits such as enhanced skin radiance, minimizing appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation, blurring of skin imperfections, and supporting even, homogenous skin tone over time. Consumers today look for both intensity and speed of benefit and Fision® GlowPlex can help achieve visible results in as little as 7 days!

INCI Water, Niacinamide, Pisum Sativum (Pea) Seed Extract, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract

Fision® HydraTress
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Fision® HydraTress
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Clean moisture balance for hydrated hair

Fision® HydraTress delivers balanced moisture protection for 24-hour frizz control in any environment, on various hair types. This unique product instantly improves shine, for softer ends and enhances hair conditioning while detangling for increased manageability. Fision® HydraTress features key ingredients, quinoa protein, pea peptide, and hyaluronic acid, that are plant-based and vegan compliant. Our studies show that Fision® HydraTress significantly decreases frizz in any environment while demonstrating improved sensory attributes on a single application

INCI Water, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Glycerin, Pisum Sativum (Pea) Seed Extract, 1,2 -Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate

Galguard® Trident S
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Galguard® Trident S
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The phenoxyethanol-free preservative

Galguard® Trident S is an amino acid-based preservative that meet the needs of today’s consumer. Free of controversial ingredients, Galguard® Trident S is a stand-alone preservative that brings many additional benefits such as sebum regulation and pH restoration on skin. This modern preservative is created using a green, environmentally friendly and award-winning smart catalysis process using amino acid-based technology. Galguard® Trident S is readily biodegradable and eco-friendly.

INCI Benzoic Acid, Capryloyl Glycine, Undecylenoyl Glycine

Fision® KeraVeg18
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Fision® KeraVeg18
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Vegetable alternative to animal keratin

Fision® KeraVeg18 is a vegetable-based alternative to animal keratin. Fision KeraVeg18 is a cohesive solution containing wheat & soy amino acids, with additional pure amino acids carefully selected to mimic the functional ratios in commercial human hair amino acids. Comparison studies were conducted on Fision® KeraVeg18 vs. hydrolyzed animal keratin, showing Fision® KeraVeg18 has properties comparable to, or in some cases, better than, hydrolyzed animal keratin. This keratin alternative protects hair from harsh salon processes, improves combability and reduces damage from excess force used against hair.

INCI Wheat Amino Acids, Soy Amino Acids, Arginine HCl, Serine, Threonine

NaturePep® Amaranth
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NaturePep® Amaranth
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For healthier, fuller looking hair

NaturePep® Amaranth is a natural peptide that addresses many common hair concerns. Fine hair plagues millions of men and women worldwide and is a consistently growing concern. Having thin individual fibers makes it difficult for hair to have bounce, shine, body, fullness or retain style.

NaturePep® Amaranth enhances hair’s structural integrity by increasing the diameter of individual hair fibers from the inside out for fuller, thicker and healthier looking hair. It also reduces friction between the strands allowing for more hair movement and reducing the risk of mechanical damage. Fortify your hair with this proven ingredient.

INCI Water (and) Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract

Galguard® Tetra
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Galguard® Tetra
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A safer preservative for people & our planet

Galguard® Tetra is an amino acid-based preservative blend that is readily biodegradable and a great alternative to traditionally used preservatives and more powerful than conventional phenoxyethanol blends. This broad-spectrum liquid blend is easy to incorporate into leave-on and rinse-off formulations.

INCI Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Capryloyl Glycine, Undecylenoyl Glycine

Baobab Tein Z NPNF®
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Baobab Tein Z NPNF®
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Anti-aging hair care through the legendary power of the Baobab

Baobab Tein Z NPNF® is a unique, multi-functional bioactive ingredient developed using TRI-K’s oligopeptide technology. Derived from the legendary power of the baobab, this product helps to defend skin from photo-aging and targets anti-aging for hair care. Baobab Tein Z NPNF® is a 5-in-1 anti-aging solution that helps to repair damage, increase hair strength, protect from UV-damage, moisturize dry hair and nourish strands from root to tip. In addition, Baobab Tein Z NPNF® defends skin from UV stress by limiting cellular photo-aging, significantly increases barrier function to protect & lock-in moisture, and restores DNA health following UV exposure. Introducing Baobab TeinZ NPNF® – Defend, restore & maintain skin & hair through the legendary power of the baobab.

Baobab Tein Z NPNF® is COSMOS approved and second place winner of the Sustainable Ingredient Award at the Sustainable Beauty Awards 2016 for its socioeconomic, philanthropic and environmental initiatives in Africa.

INCI Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract

Galguard® NT
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Galguard® NT
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Broad spectrum amino acid-based preservative

Galguard® NT is an amino acid-based preservative that provides exceptional anti-fungal properties. Free of controversial ingredients, Galguard® NT is a stand-alone preservative that brings many additional benefits such as sebum regulation and pH restoration on skin. This modern preservative is created using a green, environmentally friendly and award-winning smart catalysis process using amino acid-based technology.

INCI Capryloyl Glycine, Undecylenoyl Glycine, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Dehydroactate

NaturePep® Teff
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NaturePep® Teff
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Revitalize collagen for ageless skin

NaturePep® Teff is a unique, new product form that targets aging and fatigued skin. NaturePep® Teff, part of TRI-K’s natural peptide range, helps to invigorate skin’s foundation by stimulating collagen, dermal epidermal junctions (DEJ) and hyaluronic acid for a smooth and youthful look. This proven ingredient upregulates seven critical genes to enhance skin firmness and integrity. Learn more about this exotic superfood from Ethiopia with a rich nutritional profile and rejuvenating anti-aging effects.

INCI Hydrolyzed Eragrostis Tef Seed Extract

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