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Feb 12, 2026 • bigmalesasaki@gmail.com

Beyond Retinol: Why Bakuchiol is the 2026 Anti-Aging Darling?

Every brand wants to sell the "gold standard" of anti-aging, but Retinol comes with a heavy price: the dreaded "purging...

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Private Label Guides

Feb 12, 2026 • Cao, Sarah

How to Choose a Cosmetic Manufacturer: 7 Due Diligence Dimensions Beyond Price?

You have a vision and a budget, and the temptation to sign with the factory offering the lowest cost per...

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Compliance & Regulation

Feb 5, 2026 • Cao, Sarah

TGA Compliance Red Lines: Is Your Skincare a “Cosmetic” or a “Therapeutic Good”?

You have a best-selling cream in the US or Europe, and you assume launching in Australia is as simple as...

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Industry Insights & Trends

Feb 5, 2026 • Cao, Sarah

Bio-Fermented Skincare: The Formula Track Brands Must Enter by 2026?

The "Clean Beauty[^1]" boom has flattened. Consumers are no longer impressed by a plant extract simply appearing on a label;...

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Industry Insights & Trends

Jan 30, 2026 • Cao, Sarah

The Evolution of Cica: From Basic Repair Cream to High-Performance Serum?

Centella Asiatica, or "Cica," is no longer just a K-Beauty secret; it is a global phenomenon. However, as the market...

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Private Label Guides

Jan 27, 2026 • Cao, Sarah

“Made in Germany” Gold Standard: Why Choose Germany for Your Private Label Hub?

"Made in Germany" is more than just a label; it is a promise of precision. For beauty founders, the fear...

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Private Label Guides

Jan 27, 2026 • Cao, Sarah

EU PPWR Explained: The “Slimming” Revolution for Cosmetic Packaging?

The era of selling "air" to consumers is officially over. For decades, the beauty industry has equated luxury with weight...

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Compliance & Regulation

Jan 26, 2026 • Cao, Sarah

2026 PFAS Ban & Clean Beauty: Is Your Formula Compliant?

The era of voluntary "Clean Beauty" is ending; the era of mandatory compliance has begun. You might think your brand...

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Compliance & Regulation

Jan 26, 2026 • Cao, Sarah

The Hidden Costs of “No Minimum”: Why is “Zero Threshold” Actually the Most Expensive?

You want to launch your beauty brand without risk, so the promise of "No Minimum Order Quantity" feels like a...

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Industry Insights & Trends

Jan 22, 2026 • Cao, Sarah

OEM vs ODM vs Private Label: Which Manufacturing Model Fits Your 2026 Business Plan?

You have a vision for a brand, but the acronyms are overwhelming. Making the wrong choice at this foundational stage...

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Industry Insights & Trends

Jan 22, 2026 • Cao, Sarah

From 500 to 50,000 Units: How Do You Ensure Formula and Packaging Consistency at Scale?

You fell in love with the lab sample—the "Golden Standard." It was perfect in a 50g jar. But when the...

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Industry Insights & Trends

Jan 22, 2026 • Cao, Sarah

The Era of Agentic Commerce: Is Your Brand Ready to be Sourced by AI?

You likely spend thousands on SEO to attract human buyers, but you are ignoring the most powerful new purchaser in...

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