Beauty/Cosmetic/Skincare Trends The number of attendees at skincare/cosmetic ingredient -raw suppliers trade shows has noticeably been growing since we've been covering this industry. Big and small independent companies alike-looking for the next ingredient to make their products stand out in a crowded marketplace...were strolling the aisles-and packed the trend forecasting seminars at the go round of In-Cosmetics. Highlights: Waterless products have been around for awhile- our first LUSH bars' of shampoo/conditioner + popular bath bomb buys at one of their first stores -in Vancouver, British Columbia-was about 24 years ago. Now fresh drinking water (and the lack there of ) -and the industries that suck it up-are well known. Using less of this precious commodity- along with less non-recyclable-eco packaging-were two standout trends we hope become completely mainstream in the skincare/beauty/cosmetics productions. A top pick for cool new 'thing'- at the ...