New launches and the success of the Lanvin and Jimmy Choo Fragrance lines helped to boost Inter Parfums quarterly results, although currency translations take the shine off.
Procter and Gamble has issued a recall of a specific type of mouthwash from its Oral B brand from numerous different countries across the world, due to microbial contamination.
The personal care market in China is expected to be driven to new levels by digital technology and the fast-expanding middle class of consumers in the country.
Specialty chemical company IMCD has opened a new personal care applications laboratory in Selangor, Malaysia to target significant growth potential in that market.
The State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) in China are preparing risk assessment guidelines for impurities in cosmetics ingredients to further ensure the safety of products.
Personal care label provider Multi-Color is investing in the Central and Eastern region by entering into a share purchase agreement that will see it acquire the Poland-based Consumer Products and Spirit Label Company.
The first Asia-Pacific Sustainable Cosmetics Summit is being held by Organic Monitor; the summit will take place in Hong Kong over the course of two days, 7-8th November 2011.
Market researcher Kline is to broadcast a number of webinars to highlight some of the key findings in its most recently launched reports for the cosmetic and personal industry.
Growth in the market for cosmetics and personal care products in India is forecast to continue booming on the back of increased income and consumer knowledge, according to market researcher RNCOS.
This year’s in-cosmetics Asia will feature an educational programme designed to give manufacturers a practical insight into how they can tackle common obstacles and improve their formulations, whilst dealing with different regulations.
Lonza and Arch Chemicals have announced an agreement in which the Swiss supplier has agreed to commence a tender offer for 100 per cent of Arch’s outstanding shares of common stock, with the personal care sector expected to benefit.
The nutricosmetics market in the US has been handed a big boost, as market research firm RNCOS claims it will grow more by 2012 thanks to increased consumer awareness.
Following initial investigations by US Federal prosecutors into Avon Products’ operations in China, law firm Finkelstein Thompson says it is now launching an official investigation of the company worldwide.
The retail chain’s Indonesian unit has declared it will exclusively source certified sustainable palm oil and implement the RSPO trademark on products in a bid to urge consumers to choose products from a sustainable source.
Tea Forte, a US-based provider of luxury teas to the global market has launched a new range that targets the growing niche market for beauty from within products.
The market for aesthetic lasers is expected to see a huge surge in popularity in India, while manufacturers are stepping in to provide the technologically advanced equipment, according to new research from iData Research.
The Indian arm of Colgate Palmolive has revealed tooth sensitivity is becoming an increasingly common oral health problem in India although awareness about the condition is fairly low.
The market for cosmetic surgery is expected to be led by a huge surge in popularity for fillers in both India and China, according to new research from iData Research.
France-based manufacturer and retailer of skin care, body care, fragrance and hair care products, L’Occitane, has chosen Apriso’s Flexnet, to improve production efficiencies.
Swedish paperboard company Iggesund has invested in lowering its carbon fuel emissions and installed energy technology in its mills to run solely on biofuel, as it attempts to meet sustainability demands.
Stila's Color Wheel Palette was given the grand award winner for the International Packaging Award competition, announced at the HBA global event in New York, yesterday.
Rexam Personal Care Division has introduced the second edition of lip-gloss applicators to it Glossy Days collection; eight new flocked-tipped applicators.
The anglo-dutch consumer products giant has announced a number of changes to its managerial structure in order to support its growth plans, particularly in the emerging markets.
Tomorrow’s HBA Leadership conference will focus on how high-tech developments are advancing the anti-aging category at a rapid rate and stem cell technology is expected to play a significant part in the discussion.
Japanese cosmetics and personal care giant Shiseido has focused on packaging as part of its plans to reduce the carbon footprint of its products throughout their life cycle.
Obscene Jeans Corp (OBJE) is to enter the Chinese beauty market through the acquisition of luxury importer Beijing Beautyfresh International Trade Co, which is a Chinese-government-licenced importer/exporter of luxury goods.
Malaysia's active representation and contribution in the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) has seen it set the record as the world's largest producer of Certified Sustainable Palm Oil (CSPO) accounting for over 50 per cent of total CSPO...
Estee Lauder representatives, Cedric Prouve, group president and Richard W Kunes, executive vice president, gave a presentation at the Deutsche bank eighth annual global consumer conference in Paris on Tuesday 14th June 2011, focusing on the continued...
Specialty chemicals provider Amyris has established a colloboration with Wilmar International to help it to expand into the global market for surfactants.
CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com caught up with Seven Scent's Neil Weaver for an exclusive interview following the company's breakthrough year in which it has established itself in many markets across the world.
The day is finally upon us, SkinCare Ingredients 2011 has arrived and will be the first ever VTS event in the cosmetics industry, taking an in depth look at the latest topics and trend in the skin care category.
Xango, a US-based wellness company, which uses the mangosteen fruit in most of its products and is central to the brand, has gained SPF 25 and PA+++ labelling to its Glimpse mineral treatment sunscreen.
A year after it was spun off from UK personal care provider PZ Cussons, Seven Scent is reporting a positive operating results and a particularly strong interest from international markets.
With skin care still showing strong growth in the BRIC markets, Euromonitor senior researcher Virginia Lee will highlight how Brazil is expected to steal all the thunder in her forthcoming presentation at the first ever industry VTS, Skincare Ingredients...
Japan-based chemicals player Shin-Etsu has opened up a cosmetic application laboratory in New Jersey aimed at advancing the development of new silicone raw materials and formulations.
As part of plans to extend its footprint outside the domestic market in Japan, Shiseido has launched the Tsubaki hair care line into the Russian market this month.
Elevance Renewable Sciences is looking to make a multi-million dollar investment and open up hundreds of jobs following the acquisition of Delta BioFuels.
Indonesian-based Dutch cosmetics contract manufacturer PT Cosmar’s joint venture with African cosmetics company Berchaco PLC, a part of the East African Holding conglomerate, in Ethiopia, aims to build on the rapid expansion of the region.
Beiersdorf’s head of product development, Dr. Martin Rudolph, spoke to Cosmetics Design about the company’s plans for its brands in emerging markets, just ahead of his presentation for the Skincare Ingredients 2011 VTS conference.
As part of its latest sustainability initiative global packaging giant Amcor has pledged significant reductions in energy use, waste and CO2 emissions.
In an industry renowned for its luxury image, there are signs that manufacturers’ attention is turning to the sustainable development of cosmetics packaging, although there is a long way to go.
A new report shows that personal care remains the most important sector for aerosols in the UK market and also underlines the fact that growth remains strong.
Producers of cosmetic and personal care products will now be able to clearly show their commitment to sustainable palm oil through the use of a new trademark released by The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO).
Pola Orbis, a leading Japanese cosmetic company, has signed a definitive agreement to buy H20 Plus, a developer of marine-based luxury skin care and hair care products.
BASF and INEOS have formed a global joint venture company, named Styrolution, for the production of styrene, used in a number of applications for cosmetic packaging.
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