Breaking News on Cosmetics Formulation & Packaging - North America EU edition

Class action suit against J&J continues

08-Feb-2010 - A class action case against baby products from Johnson & Johnson (J&J) and Wal-Mart has been allowed to proceed.

Fair for Life standard attracts cosmetics players

04-Feb-2010 - Alaffia Sustainable Skincare has become the latest company to gain fairtrade certification under the Institue for Marketecology’s (IMO) Fair for Life standard.

Prestige brands need to expand distribution to up sales, says analyst

04-Feb-2010 - Strong competition from mass-market beauty brands means those in the prestige sector need to expand distribution channels to target more consumers, according to Unity Marketing president Pam Danziger.

Noah’s Naturals announces repackaging initiative and new focus

04-Feb-2010 - Noah’s Naturals has changed its packaging and developed a new focus for the brand in order to target a wider range of consumers.

Students get taste of corporate life with L’Oreal’s virtual recruitment game

04-Feb-2010 - Cosmetics giant L’Oreal has launched an online game in which students can gain experience in a number of the company’s departments before deciding if and where to apply.

HBA calls for speakers for its 2010 conference program

03-Feb-2010 - Health and Beauty America, the biggest industry event for North America, has put out a call for speakers at its 2010 event, to be held in New York City in September.

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Hey Dude Skin Care launches line of premium products for men

02-Feb-2010 - Hey Dude Skin Care, a division of skin care and spa developer, Cleopatra’s Secrets, has launched a range of premium skincare products for men.

Cognis launches microsite for green surfactants

02-Feb-2010 - Specialty ingredients supplier Cognis has launched a microsite providing information about alkyl polyglucoside (APG) surfactants.

In-cosmetics announces finalists for Lifetime Achievement Award

02-Feb-2010 - Four finalists have been selected for the in-cosmetics Lifetime Achievement Award, chosen for their professional accomplishments and dedication to the field of cosmetics science.

Weekly comment

The wider picture on sustainability

01-Feb-2010 - Everyone is talking about sustainability these days, but jumping on this wagon without considering the broader implications can lead to trouble.

Anti-aging prestige skincare market set to return to growth

01-Feb-2010 - Despite declining by 4 percent in 2009, the market for anti-aging prestige skincare is expected to return to growth this year, according to market research company NPD Group.

Potential of social media to be explored at Sustainable Cosmetics Summit

01-Feb-2010 - The use of social media to communicate brand values and encourage sustainability will be one of the topics explored at this year’s Sustainable Cosmetics Summit hosted by Organic Monitor in New York.

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Lilac-based extracts gets patent in US

01-Feb-2010 - Italian biotechnology company IRB has extended its patent on the preparation and use of cell line cultures from the common lilac in the US.

Chattem skin care brand launches alcohol-free Hand Sanitizer Moisturizer

28-Jan-2010 - An alcohol-free hand sanitizer that contains seven moisturizing ingredients is the latest offering from skin care brand Gold Bond Ultimate.

Maesa creates beauty range for Urban Outfitters

27-Jan-2010 - Lifestyle specialty retailer Urban Outfitters has extended its product portfolio to include a cosmetics and fragrance line as an extension of one of its existing private label brands, Kimishi Blue.

US market for prestige beauty products suffered in 2009

27-Jan-2010 - Sales of prestige beauty products in the US declined by 6 percent in 2009, according to market research company NPD Group.

CPL Aromas creates fragrances from public suggestions

27-Jan-2010 - Perfumers at UK-headquartered CPL Aromas are creating fragrances to specifications submitted by members of the public via the online fragrance community Basenotes.

Cosmetics industry called on to help protect biodiversity

25-Jan-2010 - The cosmetics and fashion industries have been called upon to help preserve the world’s biodiversity at a two day event organised by the United Nation’s Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).

UEG expands division offering product placement opportunities for brands

25-Jan-2010 - United Entertainment Group (UEG), an entertainment-based marketing solutions provider, has created UEG Studios offering expanded product placement and branded entertainment opportunities for new and existing customers.

Rosacea treatment available for private label

20-Jan-2010 - National Blends is now offering its Rosacea treatment to its private label customers on the back of high demand for the product.

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Cosmetologist jailed for administering ‘counterfeit’ Botox

20-Jan-2010 - A salon owner has been jailed for 13 months for offering unlicensed treatments of counterfeit substances she claimed were the wrinkle fillers Botox and Restylene.

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NuSkin incorporates updated products into ageLOC roll out

19-Jan-2010 - NuSkin is adding the new ageLOC edition of its Galvanic Spa System, a handheld device designed to help deliver ingredients to the skin, to its product rollout program.

P&G launch online retail store

18-Jan-2010 - Procter & Gamble will be launching an online retail platform later this spring where consumers will be able to purchase many of the company’s health, beauty and personal care products.

Health & Beauty America merges with Spa & Resort expo

18-Jan-2010 - HBA is to merge with the Spa & Resort/Medical Aesthetics Conference and Expo event, in a move that will create a co-located event - the HBA Global Beauty Week.