The Beauty Spot

THG LABS’ expert insight into the rise of skin longevity and the slow ageing movement explains how beauty brands can innovate in skincare, haircare and bodycare. In this article our Head of Product Innovation, Kristal Goodman, covers the science behind long-term skin health, consumer trends driving demand, and the growing link between longevity and dermocosmetics. It dives into proven active ingredients, advanced delivery systems, and regulatory-safe claims that help beauty brands create science-backed, prevention-focused products with strong consumer loyalty.

Despite UV exposure being a year-round reality, SPF is still often thought of as a summer companion, something to pack for beach holidays and hot days in the park. For beauty and personal care brands, this presents an opportunity to meet a broader range of needs and become part of consumers’ daily lives with products that feel relevant whatever the season

Explore how THG Labs integrates environmental impact modelling into the packaging development process, combining carbon footprint analysis, lifecycle data, and broader ecological metrics to help brands make more informed packaging decisions.

On 11th September 2025, at the BBIA BioFinance Summit in London, THG LABS joined Clean Food Group and Croda on stage to announce that Clean Oil™ 25 has achieved cosmetics regulatory approval across the UK, Europe and the United States.

This Summer, THG LABS are partnering Catalyst Science Discovery Centre to co-sponsor their Sun Protection Scientists Summer Workshops designed specifically for families and children to learn more about what the sun’s UV rays do to our skin, how sun protection products work  and why wearing sunscreen is essential, whatever the weather.

Continuing THG LABS commitment to Innovation with Purpose, we’re pleased to announce our collaboration with Carbonwave, the world’s leading developer of ultra-regenerative, plant-based, advanced biomaterials from seaweed. Hear more about our partnership which aims to enhance the environmental profile of our extensive skincare, haircare, suncare and body care formulation library while reducing the impact of ecologically harmful Sargassum seaweed.

Welcome to THG LABS 2025 Haircare Trend Report. Science, wellness, and innovation are converging and haircare is going to new lengths to deliver for the consumer. It’s a move that prioritises performance, wellbeing, ingredient efficacy, and inclusion, ensuring solutions are hyper-personalised, results-driven, and deeply rooted in long-term scalp and hair health. Curated by our Product Innovation Team, this report explores data insights, the latest consumer behaviours, market dynamics, ingredient technologies and future trends making waves in haircare.

Welcome to THG LABS 2024 Suncare Trend Report. It’s a new dawn for sun protection, where science meets sophistication.  Driving major innovation, every application is a step towards shielding the future of healthier skin. Curated by our Product Innovation Team and containing exclusive data insights, this report explores the latest consumer behaviours, market dynamics, ingredient technologies and future trends shaping SPFs in skincare. 

Welcome to THG LABS 2024 Sunless Tanning Trend Report. With consumers more conscious of the risks around traditional sun exposure, the demand for sunless tanning products has surged, prompting a wave of creativity and innovation in the category. Curated by our Product Innovation team, this report explores the latest consumer behaviours, market dynamics, formulations and future trends shaping the sunless tanning category.