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Cognis Care Chemicals and Laboratoires Serobiologiques (LS) will respond to Asian market trends at In-Cosmetics Asia, by presenting new solutions to improve skin feel and achieve measurable cosmetic effects.
Canadian life sciences and technology company Botaneco has announced UVA test results on its oleosome-based sunscreen formulation with tests showing the highest possible levels of UVA protection.
France is the biggest spender on facial skin care in Europe, with French women spending €2.2bn on such products in 2009, according to market research company Mintel.
Latin American countries, particularly Brazil and Mexico, are predicted to show stellar growth in the beauty and personal care market over the next five years, according to a conference at the HBA Global Expo in New York.
PZ Cussons has announced the acquisition of sunless tanning brand St Tropez from the UK private equity group LDC, for £62.5m (€72.8m), in a push to enhance its ‘masstige’ brands.
The BRIC markets of Brazil, Russia, India and China are set to be key to future growth within the beauty industry, according to market research company Euromonitor, with these four countries set to add half of the total $43bn absolute growth in the global...
Intertek has announced that new regulatory requirements and heightened emphasis on quality control along supply chain management strategies will directly affect the health, beauty and cosmetics industry on a global level.
The recession has served to emphasize both Procter & Gamble’s and Colgate-Palmolive’s ambitions to target emerging markets for future growth, latest financial reports find.
A rapidly aging population and a cultural penchant for maintaining a youthful appearance means that Japan is likely to lead the way in the anti-aging beauty segment.
Global cosmetics company, Estee Lauder, has announced the promotion of executives Daniel M. Annese and Charisse Ford in an effort to continue building global momentum for the brand.
Changes to the European cosmetics regulation that come into force in 2013 put the focus on safety and quality, which will up administration costs for these areas.
Innovative products and future trends highlighted at this year’s Beyond Beauty event in Paris on 12-15 September were embodied in the Beyond Beauty Lab that formed part of the Creative show.
Increasing spending power has made the cosmetic industry one of the rapidly growing industries in India, providing significant market opportunities, particularly in mens grooming and skin care.
Some 50 new and emerging international brands are present in the Zoom space at this year’s Beyond Beauty show that is taking place from 12-15 September 2010 in Paris.
Men’s grooming is moving from strength-to-strength in the cosmetics market, which may lead to a rise in cosmetic surgery as well, according to a West Coast plastic surgeon.
The Fragrance Foundation Arabia is attempting to capitalise on the interest in local brands from countries surrounding the UAE, as well as western markets.
The specialty chemical producer has signed a collaborative agreement with the French National Centre for Scientific Research, the Ecole Normale Superieure of Lyon and the East China Normal University.
IMCD Group is expanding its footprint in Asia and Southern Europe with the acquisition of a number of chemical distribution companies from Warwick International.
The global market for flavors and fragrances is set to outpace growth projections for the personal care industry, driven by new markets and the naturals trend.
The beauty from within category has given way to big names such as Inneov, Imedeen and Age off, paving the way for a glut of new product launches worldwide, a few of which this article looks at.
In the fourth part of our special beauty from within series, we take a look at the regulations governing what you can say about nutriscosmetics products – which, in most jurisdictions, is not very much.
In the third part of our special series on nutricosmetics, we take a look at the science behind the ingredients positioned for skin health, from antioxidants to omega-3 oils.
The founder of independent cosmetic player Bella Luccè argues her point that the Safe Cosmetics Act 2010 needs to have more of a scientific basis if it is going to represent the interest of everyone in the industry.
In the second article of a special series on nutricosmetics, we take a look at the size of the market for foods, drinks and supplements that promise beauty benefits, as well as the distinctly different approaches to the category taken in three key regions.
Sustainability is undoubtedly today’s business buzzword and consumer facing industries such as the cosmetics and personal care sector are particularly implicated. But, although consumers are increasingly aware of the concept, are they prepared to make...
In the first part of this nutricosmetics series, we explore why edible beauty is tipped for significant growth. But success will only be found if the products are associated with cosmetics brands and sold in selective distribution channels, according...
The in-cosmetics Asia trade show will be offering formulating workshops for the first time this year, giving delegates tangible advice on how to improve their formulations.
The market for skin care products in Russia is expected to snap back into an accelerated growth pattern, with expansion predicted to hit 37 per cent by 2013.
Greater awareness about environmental disposal hazards and more stringent government regulations are predicted to drive the global market for sustainable packaging to reach $142.42bn by 2015, according to market research group Global Industry Analysts...
The forthcoming PCHi show in Beijing China will feature 'iCatch', a web-based tool designed to help both exhibitors and visitors to get the most out of the ingredients show.
Consumers looking for skin benefits are still far more likely to opt for a cosmetic product than an anti-aging food or supplement, reveals new research.
Symrise has seen its flavour and fragrance orders rebound to pre-economic crisis levels and has expanded its business with some key customers in the first half of this year.
Multi-purpose skin care products promising whitening properties have hit the market in China as manufacturers attempt to capitalize on the popularity of the trend.
The personal care division of the Anglo-Dutch consumer goods company Unilever experienced the strongest growth of all divisions for the second quarter, seeing sales surpass all other business segments.