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#28: Red Algae, Red Lips: Biotech Actives Refining Lip Care and Color Cosmetics with Alexandre from ALGAKTIV
In episode 28 of The Beauty Beat Pod, our host Lisa Heida sits down with Alexandre Lapeyre to talk about the innovative ingredient ALGAKTIV®️ Rubinity. Derived from extremophile microalgae, designed for lip care. Alexandre shares insights into the science, formulation advantages, clinical data, and market trends shaping this breakthrough.
Key topics:
ALGAKTIV®️ Rubinity's scientific foundation
Formulation challenges in lip care
Clinical efficacy and benefits of Rubinity
Market trends in skinimalism and skincare-to-makeup convergence
Innovation approach based on unmet market needs
Links mentioned in this episode:
ALGAKTIV®️ Rubinity (https://marketplace.covalo.com/ingredients/permalink/algaktiv-algaktiv-rubinity)
Algaktiv on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/algaktiv/)
22 Jul 2026
#27: Ancient Wisdom, Modern Formulas: The Rise of Adaptogens in Beauty with Ewelina Aiossa from Topical Skin
From ancient remedy to cutting-edge cosmetic ingredient, adaptogens are having a moment — and for good reason.
In this episode, Ewelina Aiossa takes us through the science behind adaptogens, why they're uniquely suited to modern skincare formulations, and what formulators need to know to work with them effectively. We also explore the sourcing story behind these powerful botanicals: what regenerative sourcing really means, why it matters for ingredient quality as much as ethics, and how brands can start asking better questions of their suppliers.
Whether you're a formulator curious about the next wave of botanical actives, or a brand looking to build a more responsible and resilient ingredient supply chain, this episode is packed with insights to inspire your next project.
Links mentioned in this episode:
topicalskin.us (https://topicalskin.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorvZYl8SLN2qU37rks9bCnwUooLJfqdRQ8DuUGzhPhdBc_E_5LB)
Topical Skin on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/topicalskin.us)
Topical Skin on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/topical-skin/)
Ewelina Aiossa on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewelinaaiossa/)
Discover adaptogens on Covalo (https://marketplace.covalo.com/ingredients/search?query=adaptogen)
27 May 2026
#26: Flexible Formulation, Smarter Innovation with Charlotte and Joe from Stephenson
From viral beauty trends to waterless formulations, innovation is reshaping how beauty products are developed. In this episode, Charlotte and Joe from Stephenson share how flexible formulation is helping brands launch faster, create more versatile products, and meet growing consumer expectations around sustainability, luxury, and... fun!
Whether you're developing the next viral beauty product or looking for more efficient ways to bring innovations to market, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of beauty formulation.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Stephenson on TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@stephensonsoap)
Stephenson on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/stephensonsoap/)
Stephenson on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/stephenson-group-ltd)
Stephenson on Covalo (https://marketplace.covalo.com/company/stephenson)
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