Archives for June 19, 2013

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AP region leads the way as it drives demand for cosmetic solvents

By Michelle Yeomans

According to analysts Research and Markets, global demand for N-butanol, a solvent used in cosmetics, has grown significantly over the past few years and is expected to grow at a more rapid pace by 2018, mainly driven by growing demand in the...

Cosme Tech 2013 set to open doors next week

The leading event for the Japanese ingredients market, Cosme Tech 2013, is due to open its door next week and the Cosmetics Design editorial team will be there to report on all the highlights.

Mercury laden cosmetics becomes a major issue in the Philippines

By Michelle Yeomans

Public interest group the EcoWaste Coalition, has announced to its dismay, that despite efforts to rid the Philippine markets of mercury laden cosmetics, the toxic products continue to be sold in many stores in Manila and Cubao in Quezon City.