Beauty

A 12-week clinical study found a topical serum containing a proprietary Ageratum conyzoides extract reduced grey hair density in adults.

As "biotics" ingredients multiply across supplements, foods, and beverages, the terminology separating these 4 categories carries real consequences for claims, clinical support, and formulation strategy, not just marketing language.

As the science around male pattern hair loss expands past a single hormonal pathway, ingredient suppliers and finished brands can utilize a variety of tactics to meet the demands of this growing health benefit category.

The women's wellness brand's newest launch pairs NMN with a patented antioxidant blend.

Bayer's updated women's multivitamin gummy now delivers 1,000 mcg of biotin per serving.

A Japanese haircare line built around Manuka honey and hydrolyzed keratin is expanding into mass retail, a distribution move that puts ingredient-driven repair positioning in front of a much wider consumer base.

The lineup incorporates new ingredient science and delivery technologies aimed at mechanisms including the estrobolome and cellular metabolism.

A new six-month study of 180 women found tailored hair growth nutraceuticals significantly increased linear hair growth rate, anagen hair counts, and scalp coverage.

The product license expands the regulatory standing of an unhydrolyzed eggshell membrane ingredient already supported by a published randomized controlled trial, giving formulators a new market for beauty-from-within positioning.

L Catterton's lead investment in a dermatologist-built skincare brand signals continued institutional appetite for science-backed personal care, with implications for how finished product manufacturers are positioning clinical credibility in the consumer market.

As creatine innovation evolves beyond traditional gym performance, manufacturers are developing clinically supported formats aimed at brain energy metabolism, cellular resilience, healthy aging, and GLP-1-associated muscle preservation.

Women’s health is undergoing a renaissance. Scientists and manufacturers are finally recognizing the critical need for research and product innovations that truly represent women and their actual needs. In honor of Women’s Health Month, Nutritional Outlook is spotlighting the science, innovations, and leaders driving progress in the women's health category.

From hormonal wellness and sports recovery to delivery technologies and Ayurvedic positioning, fenugreek is gaining attention across multiple women’s health categories as manufacturers explore multifunctional botanical formulations.

Symrise and Probi expanded formulation horizons at Vitafoods Europe, launching stable postbiotics and clinical botanicals for active nutrition and wellness.

The acquisition strengthens the gummy supplement manufacturer North American production capabilities and positions the company for continued growth in functional delivery formats.

Once a lesser-known category, postbiotics are quickly emerging as targeted, science-backed ingredients with applications spanning immunity, beauty-from-within, and stress support, reshaping the future of biotics innovation.

As bovine colostrum gains traction across gut health, immunity, sports nutrition, and beauty-from-within categories, research and industry coverage continue to examine the ingredient’s efficacy, quality considerations, and evolving applications in dietary supplements.

Pharmactive announces launch of Kyoh, a hair health supplement that is an extract of Eruca sativa leaf (rocket leaves).

New delivery system for Morikol marine collagen tripeptide reflects ongoing innovation in beauty-from-within formats, emphasizing convenience, bioavailability, and low-dose efficacy.

Nutritional Outlook interviews Paula Simpson about trends in nutricosmetics that are driving innovation and growth in the category.

The fruit-flavored, no-added-sugar gummies contain multiple nutrients and ingredients to target hair, skin, and nails benefits.

Nutritional Outlook interviews Scott Dicker, senior director of market insights at SPINS to discuss the 2026 Ingredients to Watch. Dicker unpacks sales trends in the nutraceutical space and what they mean for product formulators and marketers. This is Part 2 of a two-part conversation in which Dicker discusses what is driving sales growth of ashwagandha, colostrum, as well as sea moss.

Colostrum is gaining momentum in the market, with growth across multiple categories and increased distribution of this multifunctional ingredient.

Nutritional Outlook, in collaboration with market research firm SPINS, provides a deep dive into 2026's top trending ingredients in the nutraceutical space. This year's Ingredients to Watch focuses on ashwagandha, colostrum, creatine, and protein, with expert insights and detailed sales data.

Dietary vitamin C, delivered through daily kiwifruit intake, increased skin ascorbate levels, enhanced skin density and cell proliferation, and supported overall skin function, the study demonstrated.