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Trends & Insights • February 17, 2026

Indie Brands are the Future of Luxury

Is luxury dead? Our data-driven analysis of earning reports & Google searches reveals how indie brands built on trust are winning. continue reading ->
Diego Lapetina • 4 minutes
5 mistakes to avoid when starting your beauty business
Cosmetics • January 4, 2026

Top 5 Mistakes Indie Beauty Brands Make

The Start. Launching an indie beauty brand is exhilarating but, also terrifying. One minute you’re dreaming of viral sell-outs and Sephora shelves, the next you’re wondering if anyone will even notice your launch. If you’ve ever thought, “Why do some brands take off while others fade away?”, you’re not alone. After helping countless founders develop and launch products, we’ve noticed the same five mistakes trip up indie beauty brands again and again. The good news? They’re all avoidable. Especially with a little help from Atomic Pom Labs. Here’s how to dodge the pitfalls and give your brand the best chance continue reading ->
Annie Graham • 3 minutes
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Cosmetics • February 18, 2026

Formulating Cosmetics with AI

Why AI Is Not a Replacement for a Cosmetic Chemist Sometimes I would love to put my feet up on the desk all day and let AI run my life. But, here is why I don’t think that’s going to happen right now. In an age where algorithms write ad copy, AI tools draft formula suggestions, and entire skincare lines claim to be “AI-developed,” it’s tempting to believe that machines can replace the human minds behind beauty innovation. But here’s the truth, artificial intelligence is a tool, not a formulator. And when it comes to the actual craft of cosmetic continue reading ->
Annie Graham • 6 minutes
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Design • January 4, 2026

Design, Branding and AI: What to expect.

I tested Claude AI + Canva so you don’t waste money on $50 courses. Honest results, real examples, and what actually works in 2025. continue reading ->
Diego Lapetina • 7 minutes
Cosmoprof 2025 beauty trade show floor
Trends & Insights • January 4, 2026

COSMOPROF 2025

There’s something electric about Cosmoprof. You can feel it in the air the moment you step onto the show floor—the scent of fresh launches, the buzz of formulation gossip, the reunion hugs, and the instant connections made over packaging samples and skincare textures. For those of us in the industry, this isn’t just a trade show—it’s a pilgrimage. Cosmoprof 2025 didn’t disappoint. From cutting-edge cosmetic chemistry to game-changing indie brands, this year’s event felt like a love letter to the future of beauty—and a loud reminder that we’re building it together. As the founder of Atomic Pom Labs, a cosmetic continue reading ->
Annie Graham • 4 minutes
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Design • January 4, 2026

Instagram – How to Show Your Post on Google.

Instagram now lets Google index pro accounts’ content—boosting visibility, SEO, and reach beyond the app. continue reading ->
Diego Lapetina • 3 minutes