Cosmoprof Miami is back for its second year, and this year’s show proved to be an even bigger celebration of beauty innovation. From sustainable skin care and bold cosmetics to the latest technology, the 3-day event brought together new brands and exciting launches. We met with new and “new to us” brands to learn about their most popular products, unique stories and the trends shaping beauty today. Here’s a look at the standout brands that caught our attention.
Le Rouge Français
Innovative and eco-conscious, this French brand specializes in plant-based lipsticks crafted with pigments derived from flowers and roots. Its Signature Lipstick ($45), enriched with hyaluronic acid and castor oil, offers hydration and rich, buildable color. Founder Elodie created Le Rouge Français to blend sustainability with luxury in beauty.
Ember Wellness
Sustainability and minimalism define this skin-care line, founded by designer Amanda Schuler. The brand’s Serum Bar ($55) features a unique gua sha-inspired shape, making it easy to glide across the skin while delivering deep hydration using nourishing ingredients such as Kokum butter and plant oils. Designed with eco-conscious beauty lovers in mind, Ember Wellness impressed us with its thoughtful, sustainable approach to skin care.
Exoceuticals
Combining nature and science, Exoceuticals focuses on targeted solutions for radiant skin. Its Advanced Lip Renewal Treatment ($52) hydrates lips with plant-based exosomes and peptides, while its cutting-edge technology ensures real results.
Faeves
This Netherlands-based brand infuses fun into skin-care innovation. Its LED Pimple Patch Kit ($50) uses LED technology to treat blemishes while featuring playful designs that appeal to Gen Z.
Manuela Picard
Aesthetician Manuela Picard’s brand reflects decades of expertise in beauty. Her Red Carpet Ready Vitamin C Peel ($74) combines pure 6% vitamin C with exfoliants like PHA, BHA and azelaic acid, along with antioxidants from sea buckthorn and carrot oils. This professional-grade peel aims to even out the complexion, fade hyperpigmentation and reduce skin irregularities, providing unparalleled radiance and freshness.
Muzigae Mansion
This South Korean beauty brand merges vibrant design with innovative formulas. Its Objet Liquid ($20) is a vegan-certified lip tint with a moisturizing, non-sticky finish. The blurring gel texture provides a filter-like color and lightness, delivering a bold and modern look. Enriched with nourishing ingredients like lemon myrtle extract, thyme extract and rosehip oil, it forms a natural protective layer, preserving the lips’ moisture.
Thu Brulé Skincare
This wellness-inspired skin-care brand incorporates active botanicals from Vietnam. Its Thursty Skin Hydrating Fluid ($185) is a luxe, lightweight serum designed to melt deeply into the skin, providing hydration. Formulated with hibiscus extract to retain moisture, coconut oil to reduce inflammation and squalane for added hydration, this serum epitomizes luxury skin care.
Moringaia
Inspired by the Dominican Republic’s natural resources, Moringaia is dedicated to harnessing the power of moringa for both skin and body. Its Miracle Oil ($54) is an unfragranced formula made with 100% single-pressed moringa seed oil to lock in moisture and make skin look plump while calming and reducing the appearance of redness.
AKT London
Created by two West End performers, AKT London was born from the founders’ need for high-performance deodorant during intense performances. The brand’s Deodorant Balm ($25) is natural, plastic-free, and long-lasting, with celebrity fans like Beyoncé. Designed for active lifestyles, AKT’s products are gentle on the skin and tough on odor.
Mimosa Lane
Mimosa Lane brings chic design to the world of sunless tanning. Its hero product, the 8-in-1 Age Defying Serum + Sunless Tanner ($45), offers a natural-looking, streak-free tan while delivering anti-aging benefits. Aesthetician and spray tan artist founder Adrienne McCurry shared her vision of creating sunless tanning products that deliver flawless results and fit seamlessly into elegant, everyday routines.
Tiege Hanley
Simplifying skin care for men, Tiege Hanley offers easy-to-follow regimens with curated kits like the Essential Kit ($45), which includes a face wash, AM moisturizer and PM moisturizer.
C&D Beauty
Founders Courtney and Diana created the brand to offer solutions that work for every beauty enthusiast. C&D Beauty is all about providing accessible, inclusive products. Its Volmuizing Tubing Mascara ($32) delivers length and nourishment with a unique adjustable wand.
Hours Haircare
This stylist-founded brand brings salon-quality products to your home. Its On-Time Dry Shampoo ($29) offers a soft, invisible refresh suitable for all hair colors. Formulated with naturally occurring clay to absorb excess oil and odor and pea protein to protect hair structure, it leaves hair feeling clean and refreshed.
Kara Beauty
Focused on affordable, high-quality makeup, Kara Beauty’s GNO Serum Foundation ($13) prioritizes skin care with its nourishing formula. Infused with skin-loving ingredients like cica (centella asiatica) to soothe, green tea extract for antioxidant protection, and sea moss to hydrate, this lightweight, buildable foundation delivers a natural finish while caring for the skin.