THE BEAUTY INGREDIENT AGENDA: OCTOBER 2023 MULTIFUNCTIONALITY IN THE SPOTLIGHT: The evolving palette is generating simplified, more effective formulations.

The article discusses the growing significance of multifunctional ingredients in cosmetics, evidenced by a recent survey indicating simpler formulations, potentially driven by a preference for minimalism and the introduction of versatile materials. Topics include the impact of ingredient simplification, the emergence of multifunctional ingredients like Conagen's retinol derivatives, and the expansion of actives and functional materials for more effective, and sustainable cosmetic formulations.