Simone Gibertoni

The Role of Regulation: Balancing Innovation and Consumer Safety in SexTech Innovation in sexual wellness is moving faster than regulation — and that tension creates both risk and opportunity. The challenge for the industry is finding the balance: how do we advance groundbreaking products while ensuring consumer safety and trust? Key dynamics at play: • Safety standards lag behind innovation: Many sexual wellness devices fall into regulatory “grey zones,” where medical-grade expectations aren’t always enforced. • Consumer trust depends on oversight: Surveys show that nearly 70% of consumers are more willing to adopt intimacy technology if it has verified safety certifications. • Global fragmentation: Regulations vary dramatically across regions, creating hurdles for companies trying to scale internationally. • Opportunity for leadership: Brands that proactively exceed compliance standards often win consumer loyalty and position themselves as trustworthy pioneers. Market context: As the sexual wellness market approaches $60+ billion globally by 2030, regulatory clarity will be central to sustainable growth. Investors, retailers, and consumers are demanding transparency and accountability. At V For Vibes, we see regulation not as a barrier but as a foundation. Building consumer trust requires products that are safe, ethical, and tested to the highest standards — even when rules lag behind. The future of SexTech will belong to those who innovate boldly and responsibly. #SexualWellness #Regulation #ConsumerSafety #Innovation #SexTech #VForVibes

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When health standards vary by country, who pays the price? ⚖️ Lilial — a synthetic fragrance used in over 5,000 personal care products in the US — has been banned in the European Union since 2022. Why? Because it’s been associated with reproductive toxicity, developmental harm, and environmental disruption. 🔴 Yet in the U.S., Canada, and Australia, it remains widely allowed — and still found in everyday shampoos, deodorants, hairsprays, and face creams. Why should our safety depend on where we live? At Yuka, our mission is to make health transparency universal. Together, we’re working toward a world where everyone — regardless of geography — can understand what’s in their products and demand better. It’s time to close the gap and raise global standards. 🌍 Our sources: https://lnkd.in/eRpC_Niw #IngredientTransparency #ClimateEducation

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How do you turn skincare into a luxury experience? By understanding that customers don’t just want results- -they want confidence in every step of their routine. SHISEIDO GERMANY creates products that solve the most common struggles of high-end skincare shoppers: ❌ Confusion about ingredients and effectiveness ❌ Lack of trust in scientific claims ❌ Fear of investing in products that don’t deliver Instead, they deliver: ✅ Premium, visually stunning hero images that convey quality ✅ Short benefit copy that’s clear and compelling ✅ Clinical science language backed by research ✅ Ingredient transparency that reassures the customer They quickly gained traction among beauty enthusiasts and skincare professionals who want science-backed results in their daily routines. SHISEIDO GERMANY has positioned itself as a trusted leader in luxury skincare. There is so much to learn from their product page.

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LUXEPACK Monaco what a great atmosphere! It such a pleasure to join the session about the Global Regulatory Chessboard moderated by Victor Frontere, who raised some interesting questions and enabled an insightful discussion. From brand perspective greatly represented by Léo Leroy from LVMH Research, to suppliers point of view represented by Olaf Zahra from Toly Products and the Industrie association point of view represented by Feve secretary Carlo Pirrone. What a unique opportunity to exchange with such inspiring experts from our industry. Thank you Marie-Laetitia Luccioni for this opportunity! Some key takeaways that resonated with me: 🔹 Global divergence is real. Europe is advancing with #PPWR, the U.S. with EPR schemes, while parts of Asia move in other directions. The “one global packaging model” seems to be over for now. 🔹 Cross-functional impact. Regulation is no longer just for regulatory teams. Marketing, development, and C-level leaders must become regulation-fluent. 🔹 #Cosmetics as a reference. Our industry already built robust compliance systems for formulas these can inspire packaging too. 2012 felt similar creating the gold standard still applicable today. 🔹 #Innovation as driver. From my perspective, regulation can become a true accelerator of innovation, but only if paired with new processes, systems, and clear responsibilities. 🔹 Industry involvement. As Carl stressed, regulators need knowledge and context from companies to create workable rules. 🔹 Knowledge as culture. Success requires competence across the whole organisation – not just in regulatory. I am grateful to have contributed my point of view and know-how in this debate. Regulation is a big change, but collaboration, innovation, and shared expertise can turn it into opportunity. 👉 How do you see it: is #PPWR a compliance burden or an innovation driver for your business? I am happy to support with training, workshops, and strategic guidance for organisations preparing for this transition. #LuxePackMonaco #LuxuryPackaging

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From Cosmetics to Nutraceuticals: A New Chapter for Laboratoires Expanscience 👉 For over 20 years, Expanscience has been a pioneer in plant-based cosmetic ingredients, placing sustainability, transparency, and certifications at the heart of its mission as a proud B Corp. 👉 The French company is now expanding into the nutraceutical sector, responding to growing market demand for natural, traceable, and effective dietary supplement ingredients. ✨ Their first launch, Tulsinity Bio — a ROC & Fair for Life certified extract of holy basil — supports both stress reduction and skin health, bridging beauty and well-being. With a 10-year ambition to build a strong portfolio of nutraceutical actives, Expanscience is committed to delivering holistic, science-backed, and sustainable solutions for wellness. 👉 Learn more about this journey at: https://lnkd.in/e9Ct6hSy #Nutraceuticals #Sustainability #Bcorp #Innovation #Wellness #beauty #Expanscience #ingredients Armelle Le Peniec Kristel Milet

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7 Skincare & Beauty Innovations in 2025 I Think You Need to Know About rhode skin – Beauty Unicorn From Peptide Glazing Fluid hype to a $1B acquisition by E.L.F. BEAUTY, Rhode’s clean, simple formulas show minimalism can be just as powerful as luxury. CÉCRED – Beyoncé’s Haircare Revolution Six years of R&D led to bioactive keratin ferment technology that repairs hair across textures. Add Beyoncé’s cosmetology scholarships. Victoria Beckham Beauty – Stem-Cell Foundation With TFC8 tech from Augustinus Bader, this foundation doesn’t just cover — it improves skin. I see it as the perfect example of where beauty is headed. Reframe – Clinical Skincare with Heart Launched by Savannah James in 2025, this line offers three dermatologist-developed products - Pigment Processor, Compression Complex moisturizer, and Circadian Cream - formulated in collaboration with Howard University’s dermatology department. Emphasis is on inclusive, research-backed #skincare for all skin tones. Elm Biosciences – Martha Stewart’s Debut Skincare Martha Stewart’s Elm Biosciences launched September 17, 2025 with input from her dermatologist and 350 researchers. Featuring the A3O Elemental Serum and a skin supplement, it targets graceful aging at every stage. She even borrowed formulation scientists from Rhode to bring it to life. YSE Beauty – Smart Skincare for Busy Women Molly Sims created YSE Beauty for women balancing real life with self-care. The line - exfoliating pads, vitamin C serum, and eye cream - is clean, clinically tested, and barrier-friendly, now at Sephora. Think MERIT Cosmetics, but for skincare - streamlined, practical, and elevated. Beiersdorf – Skin Age-Clock & Epicelline® Beiersdorf’s patented “Age Clock” algorithm interprets epigenetic patterns (DNA methylation) to estimate your skin’s biological age, not just years passed. From that insight, they identified #Epicelline®, a novel active that claims to reactivate youth genes and reverse ten signs of aging - first launched via #Eucerin in 2024, now cascading into mass-market NIVEA in 2025. ------------------ 👉 What beauty breakthroughs or news impressed you in 2025?

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