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Suncare Trend Report 2026

SPF is no longer reserved for holidays and heatwaves. Driven by skinification, premiumisation and a growing focus on long-term skin resilience, UV defence is becoming a year-round beauty essential, creating significant new opportunities across skincare, make-up, haircare and specialist formats.

The category is moving quickly. Hybrid formats are flourishing. New territory is opening up in scalp care, lip care, dermocosmetics, longevity and previously underserved areas of the body

In the THG Labs Suncare 2026 Trend Report, our Product Innovation experts break down :

  • The trends driving the next phase of category growth
  • How sunification and skinification are reshaping NPD
  • Emerging white space across skincare, make-up, haircare and specialist SPF
  • The rise of premium, treatment-led and longevity-focused sun protection
  • UK and global market insights and consumer behaviour
  • Innovation opportunities across ingredients, formats, claims and positioning

Download the report to find out where your brand should focus next

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Decoding Beauty Manufacturing:

Discover how THG Labs leads the way in skincare manufacturing with a focus on quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and cutting-edge innovation. From rigorous audits and sustainable practices to pioneering new technologies, learn how we help beauty brands create products that inspire trust and set trends in an ever evolving industry.

November 22, 2024

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Is Your Brand Ready for Dermocosmetics?

The UK beauty industry is seeing a fast-growing interest in dermocosmetics, a trending term that relates to products that merge skincare with dermatological care, offering solutions that help improve skin health and appearance and target perceived concerns. Consumers are increasingly seeking products backed by science, but it’s important to understand what dermocosmetics are, how they fit into the beauty realm, and the considerations required when developing, manufacturing, and marketing these products.

In this blog, we’ll explore what dermocosmetics are, why they’re trending, the expertise necessary for their development, and the key factors to consider when it comes to claims and regulations, particularly in the UK.

November 7, 2024

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The Power of Mushrooms in Beauty: The Rise, Benefits, and Sustainability of Fungi in Personal Care Products and Packaging

Whether you’re a beauty enthusiast or a beauty brand, now is the time to embrace the mushroom movement. The next wave of beauty innovation is here, and it’s rooted in the power of fungi—beneficial for your skin, the planet, and how products can be packaged.

August 22, 2024

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Skin Rewilding – Developing Beauty Products That Seed And Feed The Skin

The beauty industry has moved on from the initial binary approach to the microbiome; it’s no longer simply ‘good’ or ‘bad’ bacteria – we now know it's the delicate balance and rich diversity of our unique microflora that is essential to our skin health. ‘Skin Rewilding’ is a branch of the ‘Dirty Wellness’ trend that counteracts skin concerns triggered by urbanisation, stress and over-cleanliness. 

July 23, 2024

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Biotech in the Beauty Industry: Revolutionising Cosmetics Manufacturing and Product Development

The planet’s resources are finite, and biotechnology allows our industry to create beauty ingredients that are natural and highly potent without negatively impacting our planet and oceans. In this article our Product Innovation Manager, Aurelie Brunel, explores the significant impact of biotechnology and how THG LABS leverages our expertise in R&D and Innovation to support brands by manufacturing beauty products that are high performance and sustainable. 

July 23, 2024

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Grey and Proud: Developing Products To Meet The Needs of Grey-Haired Consumers

As the grey hair market continues to expand and more consumers are embracing the transition naturally, we are seeing a growing number of brands asking for our support in creating specialist formulations that cater to this demographic.

Dr. Catherine Leray, THG LABS resident R&D haircare expert, offers valuable insights sharing what’s causing this uptick in interest in product development, and how we meet the demands of this consumer group.

July 18, 2024

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Skincare Manufacturers: Partnering for Product Excellence

The skincare industry is highly competitive, where success depends on more than just a great idea. Turning a concept into a thriving skincare line requires the expertise, infrastructure, and dependability of the right manufacturing partner. From developing innovative formulations to ensuring seamless packaging and distribution, choosing the right private label beauty manufacturer can make all the difference in delivering exceptional products and securing a strong position in the market.

June 30, 2024

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Checklist for Beauty Brands: Your Guide to Choosing the Perfect Product Development and Manufacturing Partner

Whether you're just starting out or want to find the best cosmetics manufacturer to scale your brand, there are key aspects of their proposition to consider like service culture, infrastructure, expertise and capabilities. To help you out, we've put together a checklist to help you choose a beauty manufacturing partner who can support your vision, growth and success. We hope you find it useful.

June 24, 2024

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Sunscreen Formulation

In the beauty and skincare industry, creating sunscreen products consumers love to use is a delicate blend of art and science. Dive into how we approach the intricate process of formulating SPF products that meet consumer expectations for efficacy, aesthetics, and sensory appeal.

May 21, 2024

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How Beauty Brands Can Embrace the Joy Care Trend to Enhance Consumer Wellbeing

The global beauty industry is continuously being moulded by evolving consumer preferences and societal shifts. One of the most notable changes in recent years has been the rise of the Joy Care trend, which emerged during the pandemic as people sought tangible, sensory escapes from the digital overload of daily life. Today, Joy Care is not just a trend but a movement, reshaping how beauty brands develop products and interact with consumers

May 15, 2024

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Choosing the Best Private Label Skincare Manufacturer for Your Brand's Vision

Partnering with the right private label skincare manufacturer is not just a logistical decision; it's a strategic move that sets the foundation for scaling the success of your brand. This article will guide you through the critical factors to consider when selecting a manufacturer, helping you unlock your beauty brand’s true potential. 

May 14, 2024

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Navigating Global Sunscreen Compliance

The landscape of cosmetics, particularly in the suncare category, is forever shifting. Explore how brands face the dual challenge of innovating effective sun protection while strictly adhering to the complex web of global regulations.

May 13, 2024

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