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From March 3 to March 18, 2026, 8 new cosmetic ingredients (NCIs) have completed notifications with China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA).
The technical requirements for the 8 NCIs mentioned above have not been disclosed, and they have not yet entered the safety monitoring period.
Lard is an animal-derived oil ingredient with a long history of consumption in China. It is typically obtained from the fatty tissues of healthy pigs—such as leaf fat or back fat—through physical processes including washing, cutting, rendering, refining, and filtration, resulting in a purified oil.
Its main components include saturated fatty acids, oleic acid, and linoleic acid. In cosmetics, lard can function as a skin protectant, emollient, moisturizing agent, solvent, and occlusive. It is suitable as an oil-phase base ingredient and can be widely used in products such as creams, lotions, cleansers, sunscreens, and color cosmetics.
Pentapeptide-129 AEEA-AEEA Tetrapeptide-10 is notified by ReVive Skincare LAB LLC, a Delaware-based U.S. company and an affiliated entity of the well-known American luxury skincare brand RéVive, founded by renowned plastic surgeon Gregory Brown. The company is understood to support R&D or ingredient-related activities, in line with RéVive's focus on science-driven, high-performance skincare. As of this issue, a total of 19 new cosmetic ingredients have been filed by U.S. companies.
Camellia chekiangoleosa is an evergreen species in the Theaceae family, native to China and primarily distributed in the southeastern provinces of Zhejiang, Fujian, Jiangxi, and Guangdong, with the name "chekiangoleosa" reflecting its strong association with Zhejiang (formerly romanized as "Chekiang").
The notifier, Forest Cabin, is one of the earliest skincare brands to promote Camellia chekiangoleosa (red camellia) as a core skincare ingredient. Its signature product, Camellia Repair Essence Oil, helps repair the skin barrier, provide antioxidant protection, and reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
With the addition of the two newly notified NCIs (20260041 and 20260042), Forest Cabin has now filed a total of five NCIs, all related to Camellia chekiangoleosa, including seed oil, leaf extract, flower extract, and two fermentation-derived ingredients.
Lycium ruthenicum, also known as black goji (黑果枸杞) is a perennial shrub in the Solanaceae family, naturally tolerant to drought and salinity. It is primarily found in northwestern China, with additional distribution in Central Asia, the Caucasus, and Europe. Wild black goji is classified as a national second-level protected plant in China. The dried fruits of black goji can be used as traditional Chinese medicinal material in herbal formulations and are also suitable for everyday consumption, such as brewing tea or infusing in wine, making it a traditional food with both medicinal and dietary uses. The notifier, Amway, is a global health and wellness company known for its nutrition, beauty, and personal care products.
Aronia melanocarpa, commonly known as black chokeberry (also referred to as wild cherry berry or "anti-aging berry"), belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is native to the northeastern United States and the Great Lakes region, and was later introduced into China as both an economic and ornamental plant.
In recent years, black chokeberry has gained increasing attention and is widely used in products such as jams, juices, wines, and natural food colorants. In addition, as a herbal ingredient, it has been used in the management of conditions such as hypertension and atherosclerosis.
Anoectochilus roxburghii, or Golden Thread Orchid, is a rare and valuable traditional Chinese medicine, known for its medicinal properties and found in southern China, Japan, Thailand, Laos, and other regions. Rich in active compounds like Kinsenoside, polysaccharides, and flavonoids, it offers antibacterial, soothing, moisturizing, antioxidant, and anti-aging benefits. Beyond traditional medicine, it is increasingly used in cosmetics and food products for its unique health and beauty benefits.
Prior to this notification, extracts from Anoectochilus roxburghii had been filed four times. This new NCI represents the fifth notification , covering an extract derived from callus tissue.
Previous Updates:
Issue 35: Ongoing Notifications by Major Chinese Players
Issue 34: Five Ingredients, Five Technical Paths
Issue 33: Innovation Driven by Diverse Biotechnology
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