- Chemist SpotlightA community-driven section featuring guest chemists, original formulas, lab tips, and educational articles written by real cosmetic scientists.
- Featured Chemist of the WeekWeekly profiles of freelance chemists and what they’re working on in the lab.
- Guest FormulasOriginal skincare, haircare, and body care formulas from expert contributors.
- Ingredient Deep DivesIn-depth analysis of single ingredients, how they’re used, sourced, and what makes them effective.
- Lab Hacks & TechniquesPractical lab tricks, shortcuts, and best practices shared by pros in the field.
- CM Studio Tutorials & UpdatesStep-by-step guides on using key CM Studio+ features to streamline your work.
- Formulation Techniques & TipsExplore practical guides and deep dives on cosmetic formulation, covering emulsions, actives, stability, and more to help chemists create effective, safe, and market-ready products.
- Actives & EfficacyDiscover the science behind high-performance actives and how to formulate with them correctly.
- Emulsions & SurfactantsLearn how to build stable emulsions and choose the right surfactants for various formulations.
- Ingredient Pairings & SynergyMaximize results by understanding which ingredients enhance or cancel each other out.
- Natural & Organic FormulatingTips and tricks for working with natural ingredients, green chemistry, and organic certifiability.
- Preservatives & StabilityEverything you need to know to keep your formulas safe, stable, and microbe-free.
- Industry TrendsUnfiltered takes on beauty tech, sustainability, regulation, and where the cosmetics industry is headed, from the lab bench to the boardroom.
- Business of BeautyBusiness insights for chemists and founders including pricing, positioning, and profitability.
- Market Shifts & PredictionsWhat’s next in beauty? We look at data, trends, and behavior changes to make bold predictions.
- Regulatory & ComplianceStay informed on MoCRA, EU regs, INCI rules, and everything in between.
- SustainabilityExplore what sustainability really means in beauty and how to actually do it.
- Raw MaterialsInsights into ingredient sourcing, vendor relationships, logistics, pricing transparency, and the inner workings of the CM Studio+ Marketplace.
- Downpacking & LogisticsStreamline your procurement process with smaller pack sizes and better shipping options.
- Ingredient TrendsFollow what’s hot (and what’s not) in raw materials for beauty and personal care.
- Pricing TransparencyExpose inflated costs and understand true ingredient value.
- Sourcing & Supply Chain TipsLearn how to source smarter, reduce lead times, and avoid common pitfalls.
