Switzerland-based flavours and fragrance business Givaudan showed strong financial results for the first half of the financial year, mainly on the back of gains in its fragrance division.
Direct selling in Europe could hold the key to riding out the recession for those cosmetic companies involved as a new report highlights the upward trend that is expected to last the course.
A group of scientists in the US and China have discovered a mechanism to help understand skin appearance that may lead to better anti-aging products and other cosmetic formulations.
Luxury fragrance and cosmetics player Estée Lauder has reported a strong rise in full year and third quarter sales on the back of continued sales growth in the US, China and from its travel retail business.
There are a plethora of obstacles when it comes to tackling organic and natural formulation says formulation expert Dr Barbara Olioso, who points to ‘technology, knowledge and common sense’ as the best navigation tools.
Swedish cosmetics maker Oriflame saw strong sales growth in Asia, Africa and Latin America once again for the second three months of the year, although admits that figures in Europe and CIS fell just short of expectations.
European, Canadian, African and Indian researchers are developing together new ways of using the substantial co-streams from fish and oil plant processing with the aim of developing methods of reusing protein- and oil-rich side streams in a number of...
Cosmetics that are ‘certified organic’ are beginning to shine in the consumer goods sector as rising consumer interest in long term care sees the market expected to chart strong growth in the next three years.
The European Coalition to End Animal Experiments (ECEAE) has continued its aim of ridding the cosmetics industry of animal testing by working directly with companies that wish to avoid animal tests under REACH.
German company, MAVIG has developed a skin imaging technology it says helps the industry, particularly in research and development areas, by providing for the first time, a non-invasive view into the epidermis and superficial dermis.
US-based law firm Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman (BG&G) has announced it will investigate potential claims made about Nu Skin Enterprises concerning potential violations of federal securities laws.
The China State Food and Drug Administration has approved a third new ingredient, ‘Phenylethyl Resorcinol’, since taking on the responsibilities of cosmetics management from the Ministry of Health since 2008.
This year’s in-cosmetics event, taking place in Bangkok 6 – 8 November, will feature a number of new and additional features, including the biggest workshop programme to date and two industry awards.
Ceresana research has revealed that it expects Polypropylene - found in shampoos, anti-perspirants and lipstick - to amount to more than US$145 billion in 2019.
L’Occitane has continued its strategy of driving future global growth with its first foray into the Asian skin care market with its acquisition of a stake in the premium brand, Erborian, which marks the Group’ first acquisition of a brand after its listing...
As growth potential starts to wane in some of the faster developing markets in Asia, South Korea may show more promise to international players wishing to tap into high growth potential.
In an exclusive interview with CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com, animal rights group PETA has defended the eye-catching images it uses in its campaigns stating it is sometimes necessary to shake people up in order to initiate discussion and raise awareness...
Symrise has announced the opening of its 'Center of Excellence' near São Paulo, which has been in progress over the last twelve months in an effort to strengthen its presence in Latin America.
Germany-based cosmetics and personal care giant Beiesdorf has reported a rise in its sales for the first half of the year as its consumer division continues to show signs of recovery.
According to the latest Mintel research, eight in ten urban Chinese consumers say they prefer to buy all-natural hair care products with one in ten saying this is the most important purchasing influence.
According to Frutarom, vitamin K2 K-7, a supplement renowned for targeting bone health, has the potential to be adapted to beauty from within products to benefit the skin, resulting in a more healthier, more radiant complexion.
With the professional hair care market in Brazil said to account for four percent of the global market, Zerran international reckons its vegan hair range has great potential for success in this thriving market, over others.
Market research firm, Ruder Finn has forecasted that the luxury goods market is still growing due to a considerable amount of new consumer spending patterns emerging despite a cautious China market.
Revlon’s second quarter results struggle under the weight of charges, currency translations and falling sales in Europe and Asia, but strong results in the Americas help fend off bigger losses.
Actor and comedian Ricky Gervais has used his public status to criticise cosmetics companies involved in animal testing, accusing them of abandoning ethics in order to sell products in China.
The tenth Cosmoprof North America show reported a healthy 9 percent rise in visitors to the Mandalay Convention Center in Las Vegas compared to last year.
Beauty beverages are big business in Japan and looking beyond regulatory hurdles preventing alcohol launches in the EU, could find a market with men, according to Mintel.
In what has been a busy summer for beauty firm Coty, it has teamed up with Korean cosmetics player LG Household & Health Care (LG H&H) to create Coty Korea in order to expand the presence of both companies in the Korean cosmetics market.
A strong performance in personal care and increased exposure to the emerging markets has aided consumer giant Unilever as it announces its second quarter results.
In a recent report, the FDA has revealed that issues relating to cosmetics and cosmetic-like drug products were amongst those discussed at a recent Cooperation on Cosmetics Regulation (ICCR) meeting.
The organisers of the in-cosmetics Asia trade show have released the educational programme for the upcoming event in Bangkok, highlighting hair care and regulation as the key talking points in the region.
Strong Burberry sales during its second quarter put fragrance player Inter Parfums in a strong enough position to raise guidance for the fully 2012 financial year.
UK-based ingredients supplier Croda has posted steady results for the first half 2012, considering strong 2011 comparatives, aided by solid results from its Consumer Care division.
The professional skin care products market experienced a second year of growth, posting a 5.3 per cent increase in 2011, however Kline has suggested the industry should remain cautious.
According to Organic Monitor, the second Asia-Pacific edition of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit to be held in Hong Kong this November is to tackle some of the major ethical and ecological issues facing the industry in that region.
Cosmetics company Kao will enhance its production capacity for fatty alcohols used in shampoos to reinforce its business, particularly in the Asian region.
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has announced that from the 1st July 2015, the presence of nanomaterials in cosmetic products available in New Zealand must be identified on labelling.
As bioplastics become increasing popular for the packaging of cosmetics and other consumer goods, the forthcoming European Bioplastics Conference will focus on how it is emerging in the mass market.
With the anti-aging sector poised for rapid growth amongst an industry forecasted to rise to $9.9 billion in the US in 2016, Cosmetics Design takes a look at advances within the sector so far in 2012.
With the global fragrance market expected to reach $15.7 billion by 2017, Cosmetics Design takes a look at what brands have been enjoying the sweet smell of success so far in 2012.
Cosmoprof North America, one of the biggest industry events in the Americas, will open its doors in Las Vegas this weekend and the Cosmetics Design team will be there to report on all that’s new.
The demand for protection is driving the sun care market and a strong performance for the category in Brazil could lead to Latin America taking the number two spot in the global industry.
With China poised to accept its first ever non-animal test method for cosmetics by late summer, Dr. Brian Jones of the Institute for In Vitro Sciences (IIVS) says don’t be surprised by how quickly the autorities accept and implement more.
Germany-based Nordenia International has been sold off by its current owner, investment company Oaktree Capital, to global packaging provider Mondi Group.
Korean airless manufacturer Yonwoo has made an $8 million investment to expand its production capability of low-cost airless packaging in anticipation of increased demand.
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