The EU Just Banned Vague Green Claims — And ‘Clean Beauty’ Is Caught in the Net

Starting September 27, 2026, the EU’s Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive (Directive (EU) 2024/825, or ECGT) takes full effect for all businesses selling to EU consumers. One of its most direct consequences: “clean beauty” is not named in the legal text, but regulatory interpretations widely classify it as a generic environmental claim, making …

Clean Beauty, Newness, and the Next Wave of Marketing

From fresh formulas to AI-powered campaigns, beauty marketing is undergoing a transformation. C lean beauty has never been only about ingredients. It flourishes because consumers are seeking freshness—innovative products, emerging brands, and experiences that feel distinct. The clean beauty boom channels this desire for discovery, spotlighting biotech innovation, uncommon botanicals, and boutique labels that position …

The COVERGIRL Cleantopia Waterproof Mascara Looked Too Good to Be True — Was It?

⁠Fragrance-free. Vegan. Waterproof. Leaping Bunny Certified by Cruelty-free International. $10.50. The COVERGIRL Lash Blast Cleantopia Waterproof Mascara checks a lot of boxes, and with a softly tapered brush that builds fluffy volume, it looked like a clean beauty unicorn. Even better? The ingredient list on COVERGIRL’s official Amazon storefront didn’t mention polyethylene, a commonly used …

The Clean Beauty Guide to Reducing Cart Abandonment

The clean skincare and beauty industry is, as many know, a highly competitive market. What sets brands apart often comes down to one crucial factor: transparency. In clean beauty, transparency isn’t just a buzzword, it’s about removing the guesswork for customers. Is this product vegan?Does it contain petrochemicals?What about common allergens?Can I buy this in …