Priya Sharma
Senior Staff Writer, Beauty Dossier
As the Senior Staff Writer for the Beauty Dossier at The Glossy Times, Priya Sharma investigates the intersection of cosmetic science, sustainable sourcing, and industry ethics. Her writing demystifies complex skincare ingredients and analyzes the latest innovations in dermatological science to empower the modern 'skin-tellectual'. By prioritizing brand transparency and rigorous analysis, she helps readers navigate the beauty market with clarity and substance.
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Gen Z Fuels 50% Surge in India's Beauty Market Amid Shifting Trends
On Flipkart, two in three beauty searches now originate from non-metro cities, profoundly challenging established notions of India's beauty market.
Jul 17, 2026 · 4 min read
Sustainable Skincare Ingredients Revolutionizing Beauty in 2026
At the 2026 In-Cosmetics Korea exhibition in Seoul, Hansol Paper, a company traditionally known for pulp and paper manufacturing, is showcasing 'Duracl,' a pine-derived natural thickener.
Jul 5, 2026 · 6 min read
What Ingredients Matter for Skin Health and How to Identify Them
Forehead wrinkle volume decreased by -23.
Jun 28, 2026 · 4 min read
USMCA review set for July 1st, 2026, impacting trade
The American textile sector ships a staggering $11.6 billion in exports to Mexico and Canada, a trade flow now under review.
Jun 27, 2026 · 2 min read
What is the Skin-tellectual movement and why does ingredient transparency matter?
A double-blind, randomized controlled study found Burt's Bees' Sensitive skincare regimen as safe as, and outperforming, a leading dermatologist-recommended synthetic brand on various clinical efficac
Jun 25, 2026 · 3 min read
New Jewelry Trade Event Debuts During Paris Fashion Week
This October, 24 French jewelry brands will debut a 'curated journey' in the Tuileries Garden, attempting to redefine how luxury jewelry is showcased during Paris Fashion Week, according to WWD .
Jun 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Top 10 Fragrance Brands Dominate Social Media Engagement
Gucci's fragrance division secured the number-one spot in brand vitality on social media in May, according to WWD .
Jun 23, 2026 · 2 min read
Milan Men's Fashion Week Faces Challenges Amidst 16 Shows
This season, Milan Men's Fashion Week features 75 events, including 16 physical runway shows.
Jun 19, 2026 · 2 min read
MondeVita Acquires Italian Menswear Brand Caruso, Marking New Chapter
After a decade-long absence, Italian menswear brand Caruso is making a high-profile return to Milan Men’s Fashion Week, just weeks after its acquisition by MondeVita on February 7, 2026.
Jun 19, 2026 · 2 min read
What Is The Skin Microbiome and Its Role in Health?
For five years, physician James Hamblin stopped showering daily and using personal-care products.
Jun 18, 2026 · 3 min read
Paris pop-up event captures Tokyo atmosphere during Fashion Week
A new pop-up in Paris, open daily until July 7, features 29 mostly under-the-radar Japanese brands, with retail prices ranging from approximately 4 euros to 800 euros.
Jun 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Nigel Cabourn's 20th Century Military Uniform Collection Lives On
British menswear designer Nigel Cabourn, who meticulously built an archive of over 4,000 vintage military pieces and historical expedition gear, has died at the age of 77, as reported by Drapers and F
Jun 12, 2026 · 2 min read
MCM's 2026 Strategy: Archival Designs and K-Pop Merch
Luxury brand MCM, known for its distinctive heritage designs, celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2026 not just with a nostalgic 'family story' film by Argentinian director Lucio Castro, but also a cap
Jun 8, 2026 · 2 min read
The Indian Beauty Market's Luxury Pivot: Global Brands Face Fierce Competition
The Indian beauty market is projected to be the highest-growth major market globally in 2026, according to Gravelai .
Jun 5, 2026 · 4 min read
How Do Antioxidants Protect Skin From Environmental Stress?
Every day, our skin cells face an onslaught of reactive oxygen species (ROS) linked to cancer, aging, and inflammation.
Jun 5, 2026 · 4 min read
What Are Retinoids and Hyaluronic Acid Skincare Benefits?
A quarter-teaspoon of hyaluronic acid can bind approximately one and a half gallons of water, an extraordinary capacity for moisture retention.
Jun 4, 2026 · 4 min read
What Are The Best Anti-Aging Ingredients For Skin Health?
After just 12 days, an over-the-counter cosmetic 'anti-ageing' product applied to photoaged skin was shown to stimulate the deposition of fibrillin-1, a key component for skin elasticity, according to
Jun 4, 2026 · 5 min read
What Are Clean Beauty Certifications and Ethical Sourcing?
A new certification, NSF/ANSI 527, is emerging to define 'clean' in personal care, signaling a shift towards verifiable ingredient safety and product quality.
Jun 3, 2026 · 3 min read
Paris Couture Week: July 6-9 Debut
This July, Pierpaolo Piccioli will present his first couture collection for Balenciaga, a debut that promises to redefine the house's legacy just as Demna concludes his tenure.
Jun 2, 2026 · 3 min read
What Is the Skin Microbiome and Why Does It Matter for Health?
In a groundbreaking experiment, engineered Cutibacterium acnes bacteria, often associated with acne, were shown to reduce sebum production in vitro.
May 29, 2026 · 4 min read