News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
UK-based Informa, owner of the Paris Beyond Beauty event, has formed a joint-venture with Shanghai Baiwen Exhibition, which organises the China Beauty Expo, the biggest beauty event in China.
In the ASEAN region, safety assessment of all cosmetic products is a mandatory requirement, but there is no mandatory requirement as to what method to use. The responsibility lies with the company, explains a leading expert.
The Indian Drugs Technical Advisory Board (DTAB) has recommended an import ban on cosmetics which have been tested on animals, according to animal rights organization Humane Society International.
California-based Davi Luxury Brand is launching a new prestige skin line in the Asia Pacific market, starting with the fast-paced and innovative South Korea market, with further plans to expand in North America.
Regulation explained: part 1
In the first of a two part interview with Kallik CEO, Neil Gleghorn, he reveals that the biggest priority for cosmetics companies right now is the new EU Regulation (number 1223/2009) that came into force in July.
US-based Northern Technologies International Corporation (NTIC) has formed Natur-Tec India, a majority-owned venture that will be based in Chennai, with the aim of targeting India and other South Asian markets.