In this episode, we kick off a three-part series diving into Kobo’s global trends shaping the beauty and cosmetics industry for 2025! Over the course of the series, we’ll dive into six key trends, and in this first episode, we focus on two: ‘Your Skin, Your Way’ and ‘Sun Goes 360.’ To break down each trend, we’re joined by special guests, including Erin McGovern from Kobo’s Marketing Department, who will offer an in-depth look at the two trends.

We also feature special formula spotlights that align with each trend! For ‘Sun Goes 360,’ Maria Garcia Alvarez from Kobo’s UK Applications Lab walks us through KSL-564-EU 360 Light Shield SPF, a sunscreen offering protection from UV, HEV, and IR rays. For ‘Your Skin, Your Way,’ Adriana Games from the Kobo US App Lab joins us to discuss the KFL-332B Ceramide Facial Moisturizer, a standout formula designed to nourish and protect the skin with liposome-encapsulated ceramides and other skin-loving ingredients.

Tune in for this essential episode as we start to uncover the latest industry trends and the innovative formulations driving them. Don’t miss it!

Special thanks to Erin, Maria, and Adriana for sharing their expertise and insights into these exciting trends. Stay tuned for Part 2 that will be airing in January, where we’ll dive into the two trends: ‘Brighten Your World’ and ‘Modern Nostalgia’!

Check out the links below to learn more about each formula mentioned and its ingredients!

· KFL-564-EU 360 Light Shield SPF: https://www.koboproductsinc.com/formulations/KSL-564-EU.pdf

· KFL-332B Ceramide Facial Moisturizer: https://www.koboproductsinc.com/formulations/KFL-332B.pdf

ABOUT US:

Since 1987 Kobo has provided innovative, technology-based raw materials to the cosmetic industry. The product range includes Surface Treated Pigments, Microspheres, Suncare and Color Dispersions, Silicone Fluids, Specialties, Natural Ingredients, Effect Pigments, Boron Nitride and Delivery Systems. Kobo has five locations, USA (Corporate Headquarters), France, Japan, Brazil, and UK and is represented globally by independent agents.

Learn more at: https://www.koboproductsinc.com

In this episode, we’re continuing our regulatory updates mini-series with a deep dive into the latest on MoCRA (Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act) and its impact on the U.S. beauty industry. Joined by David Lennarz, President of Business Development and Operations at Registrar Corp, we break down the key provisions of the new regulations, from ingredient transparency to reporting requirements, and explore how brands can stay compliant. We then shift gears to introduce Kobo’s Formula of the Month: KFL-348 Moisturizing Serum, a lightweight yet deeply hydrating formula. Claudia Harthaus, one of Kobo’s Application Lab Chemists, walks us through the standout ingredients, including Treme-HA®, Sunboost ATB, and LUSPLAN™ LV-G, explaining how they work together to keep your skin nourished and moisturized all season long. Don’t miss this essential episode on staying ahead of the regulatory curve and keeping your skin hydrated!

Special thanks to David Lennarz from Registrar Corp for sharing his insights on the latest MoCRA updates and their impact on the beauty industry. To stay informed and learn more, visit https://www.registrarcorp.com and follow their social media below for all the latest regulatory news!

·LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/registrar-corp

·YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RegistrarCorp-US

·Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RegistrarCorp

·X: https://x.com/RegistrarCorp

·Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/registrar_corp

Check out the links below to learn more about the standout ingredients and how they work together in the Formula of the Month!

·KFL-348 Moisturizing Serum: https://www.koboproductsinc.com/formulations/KFL-348.pdf

·Sunscreen Boosters: https://www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-SunBoosters.pdf

·Sodium Hyaluronate: https://www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-SodiumHyaluronate.pdf

ABOUT US:

Since 1987 Kobo has provided innovative, technology-based raw materials to the cosmetic industry. The product range includes Surface Treated Pigments, Microspheres, Suncare and Color Dispersions, Silicone Fluids, Specialties, Natural Ingredients, Effect Pigments, Boron Nitride and Delivery Systems. Kobo has five locations, USA (Corporate Headquarters), France, Japan, Brazil, and UK and is represented globally by independent agents.

Learn more at: https://www.koboproductsinc.com

Does "natural" mean sustainable? Is cruelty-free the same as vegan? Join us as we debunk these myths and clarify the true meanings of labels you find on your cosmetic products. In part two of our regulatory updates mini-series, we discuss cruelty-free, vegan, and natural claims with Kobo experts. Learn about the sourcing of sustainable palm oil, leading certifiers of cruelty-free products, and so much more! We'll also feature into some of our favorite natural & cruelty-free ingredients from Kobo's portfolio, such as the KPW-028B Setting Powder, YuraQ, and Sunboost ATB Natural.

Links:

Cosmos/Ecocert - https://koboproductsinc.com/Products_Categories.aspx?mPage=COSMOS/ECOCERT

Natural Origin Products - https://koboproductsinc.com/Products_Categories.aspx?mPage=Natural%20Origin%20Products

Kobo Values - https://koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/OurValues.aspx

FOTM literature:

www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-YuraQ-M15.pdf

www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-ASGP-Superdispersible-Natural-Treatment-February2022.pdf

www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-ASGPTreatment.pdf

www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-SilicaShells.pdf

www.koboproductsinc.com/Downloads/Kobo-SunBoosters.pdf