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Ah, the glamor of the cosmetics industry! The NYSCC Suppliers Day 2013 opened its doors for two days last week in Edison, New Jersey, with the event billed as the largest to date. Exhibitors were once again crammed into every nook and cranny, while a marquee tent was once again...
According to the most recent research from market analysts Digital Luxury Group, cosmetic brands like MAC, Chanel and Dior were voted among the top 50 most searched for luxury brands in Brazil.
In an inter-US agreement, Garden State bioEnterprises (GS bioE) has adopted OriginOil's harvesting technology as a key component of its proprietary production system for the high-value product Astaxanthin, which is used in cosmetics.
As the Chinese cosmetics market becomes increasingly desirable for international brands, knowledge of evolving consumer behaviour is invaluable to those investing in the region. Here; Renee Hartmann, co-founder of 'China Luxury Advisors' gives an insightful overview of the market.
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World’s 1st OTC DNA anti-ageing test honoured with award from CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com
The world’s first over-the-counter DNA anti-ageing test made by cosmetics analytics firm geneOnyx has been recognised by global analyst firm Frost & Sullivan with its 2013 European New Product Innovation Award.
Industry meets to discuss need for EU register of nanomaterials from CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com
The Netherlands Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment recently hosted a conference whereby professionals gathered to identify areas where current EU legislation on nanomaterials is insufficient.
Boots boosted by US sales, eyes further expansion in Asia from CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com
Boots Alliance says that sales of its No 7 Protect and Perfect brand in the United States has given a significant boost to help drive a successful quarter for the retailer and beauty provider, while it is also testing out expansion into the Asia market.
Perfume poised to perform in emerging markets with product launches and demand increasing from CosmeticsDesign-Asia.com
A lot is expected from the emerging markets in the cosmetics industry, and the global perfume segment is no exception, as under-penetration and innovative product launches are tipped to drive the market.
China holds potential for foreign cosmetics brands as consumers prioritise beauty from CosmeticsDesign-Asia.com
The economic growth in China slowed slightly from a GDP of 9.2 percent in 2011 to 7.8 percent in 2012, however this has not stunted consumers’ will to tackle beauty concerns and has seen foreign brands experience fast growth.
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